Water Fun near Southern California
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Big Bear Lake: a four-paw adventure in Southern California’s alpine country
Big Bear Lake
Big Bear Lake offers a dog-friendly paradise nestled in the picturesque San Bernardino National Forest, just 100 miles northeast of…
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Big Bear Marina
Big Bear Lake
Big Bear Marina is just a short walk from the village off Big Bear Boulevard with convenient on-site parking, making…
Big Bear Queen Lake Tour
Big Bear Lake
Big Bear Queen Lake Tour is the longest-running lake tour in Big Bear Lake, offering a dog-friendly experience for visitors…
Cardiff State Beach
Oceanside
Located on the San Diego Coast, which has been called the Riviera of the West, Cardiff State Beach has a…
Castaic Lake State Recreation Area
Castaic
Castaic Lake State Recreation Area is one of the largest and most spectacular state water reservoirs in California.
Del Mar North Beach
Del Mar
Del Mar North Beach, affectionately known by locals and visitors as “Dog Beach,” presents a splendid blend of coastal charm…
Eco Boat Rentals
San Diego
Dog-friendly Eco Boat Rentals invites visitors to embark on an eco-friendly adventure exploring the scenic waters of San Diego. These…
Fiesta Island
Oceanside
Dog-friendly Fiesta Island, situated within Mission Bay, is a sprawling park that attracts numerous charity walks, runs, bicycle races,
Holiday House SUP Instructions and Rentals
Tahoe Vista
Embark on a unique adventure at Holiday House in Tahoe Vista, Southern California, where you and your furry companion can…
Holloway’s Marina & RV Park
Big Bear Lake
Holloway's Marina & RV Park offers dog-friendly boat rentals as well as a pet-friendly RV Park at beautiful Big Bear…
Huntington Beach Dog Beach
Huntington Beach
Huntington Dog Beach is the only stretch of beach in Huntington Beach where dogs are permitted and allowed off-leash.
Next Level Sailing
San Diego
Six years ago, a unique tradition began for Next Level Sailing when Captain Troy introduced his corgi, Louis, to the…
Ocean Beach Dog Beach
San Diego
Ocean Beach Dog Beach is located in the community of Ocean Beach. This is a wide beach, approximately one mile…
Panga Boat Charters
San Diego
Panga Charters features the 22 foot Arca Panga, well-appointed for inshore fishing, cruising, diving or surf trip. This is a…
Pine Knot Marina
Big Bear Lake
Pine Knot Marina, a full-service marina situated on the picturesque Big Bear Lake in Southern California’s San Bernardino County, offers…
Vail Lake
Temecula
Dog-friendly Vail Lake, situated at the base of Oak Mountain just east of Temecula, offers a picturesque setting for outdoor…
Ventura Harbor Village
Ventura
Ventura Harbor Village is a dog-friendly coastal destination offering plenty of fun for both you and your dog. With a…
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Aqua Adventures
San Diego
From kayaks, to stand up paddleboards and canoes, Aqua Adventures offers retail sales, lessons, rentals, local tours and multi-day adventures…
Balboa Beach
Balboa
Balboa Beach, located on the Orange County coast in California, offers a delightful seaside escape for both humans and their…
Balboa Island Ferry
Newport Beach
Since 1919, Balboa Island Ferry has been a staple in Newport Beach, California, providing seamless transportation for drivers, cyclists, and…
Bonita Falls Trail
Lytle Creek
Bonita Falls Trail in Lytle Creek, Southern California, offers a refreshing outdoor experience for both hikers and their furry companions.…
Catalina Express
Long Beach
Catalina Express takes you to Catalina Island in just an hour with year round service and up to 30 daily…
Catalina Express – Dana Point
Dana Point
Catalina Express – Dana Point offers a convenient and dog-friendly way to embark on an island adventure. With year-round service…
Catalina Express – San Pedro
San Pedro
Located at Berth 95, Catalina Express in San Pedro, Los Angeles County, offers a convenient gateway to Catalina Island with…
Corona del Mar Main Beach
Corona Del Mar
Corona del Mar Main Beach, located in Orange County along the California Coast, offers a picturesque setting for water enthusiasts…
Coronado Dog Beach
Coronado
Coronado’s Dog Beach offers leash-free fun year-round and is conveniently located across from Sunset Park on Ocean Boulevard, adjacent to…
County Line Beach
Malibu
Located along the Malibu coast in Los Angeles County, County Line Beach is a popular destination for surfers and divers…
Del Mar City Beach
Del Mar
Del Mar Beach stretches from 15th Street near Seagrove Park and Powerhouse Park northward to the cliffs at North Beach…
Del Mar Dog-Friendly North Beach
Del Mar
North Beach, affectionately called “Dog Beach” by dog owners, is located north of 29th Street and stretches nearly one-half mile…
Eaton Canyon Falls
Pasadena
Eaton Canyon Falls in Pasadena, Los Angeles County, Southern California, is a must-visit destination for outdoor enthusiasts seeking water fun.…
Echo Park Lake
Los Angeles
Echo Park Lake in Los Angeles, Los Angeles County, Southern California, offers a range of activities for visitors and their…
Family Kayak Adventure Center
San Diego
Family Kayak Adventure Center in San Diego County is a premier destination for water fun that caters to the whole…
Faria Beach Park
Ventura
Campsites at Faria Beach Park in Ventura, Ventura County, California, are highly sought after by outdoor enthusiasts seeking a picturesque…
Harbor Cove Beach (Mother’s Beach)
Ventura
Harbor Cove Beach, also known as “Mother’s Beach,” is a beloved destination in Ventura, California, offering a safe and family-friendly…
Hobson Beach Park
Ventura
Located North of Faria Beach Park and the Rincon Parkway along Highway 1 off the Ventura Freeway, Hobson Beach Park…
Hopper Boat Rentals
Oxnard
Hopper Boat Rentals in Oxnard, Ventura County, Southern California, offers a wide selection of U-Drive boats for those looking to…
Hurkey Creek Park
Mountain Center
Hurkey Creek Park, situated just 4 miles southeast of Mountain Center in the San Jacinto Mountains of Riverside County, Southern…
Lake Gregory Regional Park
Crestline
Located in the community of Crestline, Lake Gregory Regional Park is a hidden gem tucked in the cool cedar and…
Leo Carrillo State Park & State Beach
Malibu
Leo Carrillo State Park & State Beach, located in Malibu along the Los Angeles County coast, offers 1.5 miles of…
Lewis Falls
Azusa
Lewis Falls Trail in Azusa, California, is a delightful 0.5-mile path perfect for visitors seeking a serene waterfall experience. This…
Little Harbor Campground
Two Harbors
Little Harbor Campground is a picturesque, beachfront campground located about seven miles east of Two Harbors on Catalina Island, at…
Main Beach
Laguna Beach
Dog-friendly Main Beach is the largest and most popular stretch of beach in Laguna Beach, located at the intersection of…
Main Beach – Del Mar
Del Mar
Del Mar, located in San Diego County along the California Coast, boasts a long-standing reputation as a dog-friendly city. Since…
Marina 61
Balboa
Marina 61, located in the heart of the historic Balboa Fun Zone waterfront in Orange County, California, offers a delightful…
Marina Boat Rentals
Newport Beach
Located in the heart of the historic Balboa Fun Zone waterfront, Newport Beach Boat Rentals is home to Newport Harbor’s…
Mondos Beach
Ventura
Mondos Beach in Ventura, Ventura County, California, is a versatile destination catering to families, sunbathers, beginner surfers, stand-up paddleboarders, and…
Newport Beach
Newport Beach
Newport Beach includes more than eight miles of beaches that stretch from the Santa Ana River jetty to Crystal Cove…
Newport/Balboa 61
Balboa
Located in the charming coastal town of Balboa in Orange County, Newport/Balboa 61 is a family-owned and operated business that…
Newport/Balboa Boat Rentals
Newport Beach
Newport/Balboa Boat Rentals, a long-standing establishment in Newport Beach, Orange County, has been family owned and operated since 1992. Their…
Pirate Coast Paddle Company
Newport Beach
Pirate Coast Paddle Company is a Stand Up Paddle Board/Kayak business; lessons, tours, events, kids camps, and excursions. The Pirate…
Seaforth Boat Rentals
San Diego
Seaforth Boat Rentals in San Diego offers a premier boating experience for both humans and their four-legged companions. As the…
Silver Strand Beach
Oxnard
Silver Strand Beach in Oxnard, Ventura County, along the California Coast, is a haven for water enthusiasts and beach lovers…
South Beach – Del Mar
Del Mar
Del Mar, located in San Diego County along the California Coast, offers a delightful beach experience for both dogs and…
SUP Pups Paddleboard
San Diego
SUP Pups offers paddleboard lessons and tours with you dog. Take your dog out on a lesson to tour San Diego…
Surfer’s Point Beach
Ventura
Surfer’s Point Beach, located off Figueroa Street in Ventura, is renowned as one of California’s top surfing and windsurfing destinations.…
The Fun Zone Boat Company
Balboa
In Balboa, along the Orange County, California Coast, The Fun Zone Boat Company offers a delightful water adventure for dog…
Tujunga Ponds Wildlife Sanctuary
Tujunga
The 13-acre Tujunga Ponds site in Sunland was acquired by the Department in 1978, following the CalTrans completion of the…