Pack your go bags for GOCAL! From wide-open parks and scenic trails to welcoming patios and pup-approved dining, the GOCAL region makes it easy to road trip and explore with your four-legged friend by your side. Discover why this Southern California gateway to the mountains and deserts is a tail-wagging destination for pets and their people.
Your furry companion never has to miss out on the fun in California’s GOCAL region. Whether you’re exploring Ontario, Rancho Cucamonga, Riverside, Claremont or Mt. Baldy, you’ll find plenty of pet-friendly dining, shopping and outdoor adventures along the way.
Fresh air and places to play abound between the region’s many trails and parks. The Pacific Electric Trail links Rancho Cucamonga and Claremont with a paved multi-city path, while Red Hill Community Park is an off-leash dog park in Rancho Cucamonga. For more ambitious adventures, try Mount Rubidoux in Riverside for a scenic summit walk, or the Claremont Hills Wilderness Park loop for a moderate hike. Experienced hikers beeline to Ice House Canyon Trail in Mount Baldy for forested alpine views.
For a mellower adventure, get your kicks checking out some of the sights on Historic Route 66—celebrating 100 years in 2026. Or delve into California’s agriculture history at California Citrus State Historic Park, where dogs are permitted on the trails on leash.
You can spend an entire day at Victoria Gardens in Rancho Cucamonga. The open-air lifestyle center invites leashed dogs to join you for shopping strolls, outdoor dining and even boutique browsing—look for pet-friendly signage. Pups are welcomed on patios at restaurants such as The State, Luna Modern Mexican Kitchen and Paul Martin’s American Grill.
With several locations in the region, Lazy Dog Restaurant & Bar always makes pups feel like VIPs thanks to a dedicated dog menu and shaded patio space. In Riverside, Smoke & Fire Social Eatery specializes in fast casual barbecue and comfort food—dogs can get a complimentary beef patty.
From hotels that roll out the red carpet (and water bowls!) to comfy inns perfect for snuggle time, your furry friends have plenty of places to check in. Ontario Airport Hotel & Conference Center, Ayres Hotel Ontario Mills and Sheraton Ontario Airport Hotel offer spacious rooms, pup perks and outdoor hangout spots to keep both two-legged and four-legged guests happy.
Wherever you roam, keep water handy, follow leash rules and enjoy a paws-itively perfect GOCAL getaway!
