Featured hikes
Bronson Canyon
West Hollywood
Located in West Hollywood, Los Angeles County, Southern California, Bronson Canyon is a must-visit destination for dog owners seeking outdoor adventures. Part of Griffith Park, this picturesque canyon offers a 6.5-mile dog-friendly hike leading to the iconic Hollywood sign.
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Castaic Lake State
Castaic
Castaic Lake State Recreation Area in Los Angeles County, Southern California, offers a serene escape for outdoor enthusiasts and their furry companions. With its sprawling lakes and picturesque surroundings, this destination is a haven for dog-friendly activities.
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Escondido Canyon Trail
Malibu
Allow at least two hours for this four-mile (round trip) jaunt to a 150-foot-tall cascade that gushes mightily after a rain. The first three-quarters of a mile is on a street in a very upscale residential district.
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Ferndell Nature Walk
Los Angeles
The short trail through Ferndell in Griffith Park is an out-of-the-ordinary walking path for Los Angeles, bordering a stream that nourishes tropical plants under the shade of sycamores.
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Fryman Canyon Park
West Hollywood
Accessed from the Nancy Hoover Pohl Overlook on the north side of Mulholland Drive in the eastern Santa Monica Mountains, 122-acre Fryman Canyon Park offers spectacular views, a fitness course, and access to the Betty B.
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Point Mugu State Park
Malibu
Point Mugu State Park, located in the Santa Monica Mountains near Malibu, Los Angeles County, Southern California, offers a picturesque landscape for outdoor enthusiasts and their furry companions.
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Runyon Canyon Park
West Hollywood
Runyon Canyon Park is one of the most popular hiking destinations in Los Angeles and often shows up on publishers’ lists of best hikes in LA.
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Sandstone Peak
Malibu
Sandstone Peak, standing at 3,111 feet, proudly claims the title of the tallest point in the Santa Monica Mountains.
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Solstice Canyon Trail
West Hollywood
Solstice Canyon options for easy, moderate, or strenuous hikes for dogs provided they are kept on leash. Visitors can enjoy a shady stroll along the Solstice Canyon Trail, or a more challenging climb up the Rising Sun Trail.
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Agoura Equestrian Center
Los Angeles
This trail provides a great connection from the Old Agoura Park equestrian-friendly parking lot to the trails in Cheeseboro Canyon.
Read moreAltadena Crest Trail Connector
Altadena
Altadena Crest Trail Connector is a short trail in Altadena, Los Angeles County, Southern California, offering a convenient link from the staging area located off of W. Loma Alta Drive to the Altadena Crest Trail.
Read moreBig Santa Anita Canyon
Sierra Madre
Big Santa Anita Canyon is within the Angeles National Forest and is entirely on Federal land. Forest Service laws and regulations apply. This...
Read moreBluff Top Trail
Rancho Palos Verdes
The Bluff Top Trail in Dana Point, Southern California, offers a captivating blend of natural beauty and historical charm.
Read moreClaremont Hills
Claremont
The Claremont Hills Wilderness Park is located at the base of the San Gabriel Mountains and the Angeles National Forest. The Park offers a five-mile walking loop and smaller trails. Parking for the park is available in two parking lots: Main Lot (North) @ terminus
Read moreDevil’s Punchbowl
Pearblossom
Devil's Punchbowl, elevation 4,750 ft (1450 m), is a tilted sandstone formation in Los Angeles County. It is a county park within the Angeles National...
Read moreEaton Canyon Natural Area
Pasadena
Eaton Canyon Natural Area, located in Pasadena, Los Angeles County, Southern California, is a 190-acre zoological, botanical, and geological nature...
Read moreEcho Mountain trail
Altadena
In Altadena, Los Angeles County, Southern California, the Echo Mountain via the Sam Merrill Trail offers a captivating adventure for both hikers and their furry companions.
Read moreElephant Hill
Los Angeles
Elephant Hill in the El Sereno neighborhood of Los Angeles may seem like an unassuming bump in the concrete jungle, but it's been at the center of a lengthy battle over land use for the last few decades.
Read moreElysian Park West Loop
Los Angeles
Elysian Park West Loop, located in the northwest side of Elysian Park in Los Angeles, offers a convenient and dog-friendly hiking experience.
Read moreFranklin Canyon Park
Beverly Hills
Franklin Canyon Park, situated near the heart of Los Angeles between the San Fernando Valley and Beverly Hills, offers a serene escape for outdoor enthusiasts and their furry companions.
Read moreGriffith Park
Los Angeles
Griffith Park, located in Los Angeles, is a sprawling urban oasis spanning over 4,210 acres in Los Angeles County, Southern California. This expansive park offers a diverse range of dog-friendly activities and amenities amidst its rugged terrain and well-maintained parklands.
Read moreHaunted Table 29
Los Angeles
In Griffith Park in Los Angeles, Southern California, lies the eerie legend of Haunted Picnic Table 29. This mysterious picnic spot, deep within the park, is shrouded in ghostly tales and surrounded by an air of mystery.
Read moreHenninger Flats
Pasadena
Henninger Flats is a 6 mile out and back trail located near Pasadena , California that offers scenic views. The trail is rated as moderate and primarily used for hiking.
Read moreHollywood Sign via Griffith
Los Angeles
One of the most sought-after hiking experiences in Los Angeles, the Hollywood Sign via Griffith Park trail offers breathtaking views of the iconic...
Read moreMonrovia Canyon Park
Monrovia
Monrovia Canyon Park, situated in the foothills above Monrovia in Los Angeles County, Southern California, offers approximately 80 acres of stunning natural beauty.
Read moreMt. Hollywood
Los Angeles
From the 101 in Los Angeles, take the Vermont exit and head North until you reach the end of the road in Griffith Park. Pass under the tunnels, then park.
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Los Angeles
Mt. Mooney, located in Los Angeles County, Southern California, offers a dog-friendly outdoor experience for hikers and their furry companions.
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Santa Clarita
Featured prominently in the movie "Wild," there are 2,650 miles of trails from Canada to Mexico with many trailheads along the way.
Read morePeter Strauss Ranch
Agoura Hills
This enchanting oak woodland has long been a source of dreams, visions, and memories. Inhabited for thousands of years by the Chumash people, this area became part of Rancho Las Virgenes after Spanish colonization.
Read moreRed Rock Canyon Park
Topanga
Red Rock Canyon Park is located in the Santa Monica Mountains off of Old Topanga Canyon Road. The riparian canyon walls are fortified with huge red sandstone outcroppings, reminiscent of Southwest canyons and gorges.
Read moreRed Rock Road Trail
Topanga
The Red Rock Road Trail features numerous sculptured sandstone formations which provide the trail with its name and interesting scenery. The first half of the trail winds around the arches and caves created by the rock formations.
Read moreRice Canyon Loop Trail
Newhall
Located in Newhall, San Diego County, Southern California, Rice Canyon Loop Trail offers a delightful outdoor experience for hikers and their furry companions.
Read moreSan Gabriel Mountains National
San Bernardino
San Gabriel Mountains National Monument covers 342,177 acres of the Angeles National Forest and 4,002 acres of neighboring San Bernardino National Forest. The area is within 90 minutes of the Los Angeles Basin.
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Roll, stroll and sniff: California’s most wheelchair-accessible dog-friendly beaches
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Best dog-friendly trails in California
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Best dog-friendly hikes in Los Angeles
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Oreo’s Law: What California’s new disaster pet-rescue bill does
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