In Southern California, dog-friendly Palm Springs and the surrounding Greater Palm Springs region welcome both human and canine visitors with open arms. This area, surrounded by rugged mountain ranges and dotted with lush palm groves, provides a huge range of activities for pets and their owners to enjoy together.
Dining with your dog
From sipping craft cocktails on the pet-friendly, open-air patio at Boozehounds in Palm Springs to ordering from the Patio Pooch Menu during “yappy hour” at Pinzimini (known for their Italian-inspired cuisine), Greater Palm Springs makes dining alfresco with your dog an experience like no other. Here are a few of our favorite spots.
Greater Palm Springs is home to many pet-friendly dining options where you can enjoy a meal under the open sky alongside your dog. Sherman’s Deli in dog-friendly Palm Springs offers a spacious patio that welcomes dogs and serves hearty portions of American deli classics. 4 Paws Coffee Co., also in Palm Springs, is perfect for grabbing a coffee while your pet relaxes by your side. For a more refined dining experience, Copley’s on Palm Canyon, formerly Cary Grant’s estate, offers an upscale menu and a welcoming outdoor area where dogs can join their owners.
Luxurious stays
Several Greater Palm Springs properties welcome canine guests warmly, from the Chateau at Lake La Quinta, a lakefront hotel that provides plush pet beds and even a special menu just for your pooch, to the ACE Hotel & Swim Club, where pups can enjoy an on-site dog park or even hang with you by the pool.
Outdoor adventures
The region boasts a variety of trails and parks suitable for visitors with dogs. The Homestead Trail in Palm Desert is a favorite among locals for its scenic views and challenging terrain. The Palms to Pines Scenic Byway offers numerous pull-off spots ideal for short walks and sweeping desert-to-mountain views. For a more structured outdoor experience, the Palm Springs Dog Park features designated off-leash areas where dogs can play freely and safely.
Special attractions
For those looking for unique experiences, The Red Dog Saloon in Pioneertown provides a historical and pet-friendly environment where you can enjoy live music and Tex-Mex cuisine. In downtown Palm Springs, the cultural richness can be explored at pet-friendly spots such as the Palm Springs Art Museum and various street art locations.
Breweries and more
No trip to dog-friendly Palm Springs would be complete without visiting some of the local breweries that welcome pets. La Quinta Brewing Co. has several locations that are dog-friendly, offering craft beers in a relaxed setting where dogs are welcome to join. Check out our roundup of dog-friendly breweries in the area.
With its combination of luxurious stays, great food, and abundant outdoor activities, dog-friendly Palm Springs and Greater Palm Springs are destinations that cater to pet lovers looking to enjoy southern California’s beauty and hospitality with their dogs by their side. From hiking on rugged trails to dining under the stars to simply relaxing beside a pool at a resort, this region delivers a vacation the whole pack will love.
Enjoy off-leash open spaces
Soak up some sun while fetching and frolicking with new dog friends. You’ll find space to get all those zoomies out at the dog parks (and Greater Palm Springs has plenty). Almost all offer stunning views of the mountains, and some even feature solar lights for nighttime fun
All photos by Visit Greater Palm Springs/@visitgreaterps.
