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Dog-Friendly Activities in Arcata, CA

There are 7 dog-friendly activities in Arcata. Use the links below to get an overview of each one, see pictures, print directions, and even read reviews from other dog owners. Coming from out of town? Get a discounted rate on pet friendly hotels in Arcata.

Pet Friendly Arcata Community Forest

Arcata Community Forest

Arcata Community Forest

Take Fido for an adventure through dog-friendly Arcata Community Forest in Arcata, CA. Comprised of 793 acres of towering redwoods, the forest is popular with hikers, cyclists, runners and horseback riders. Leashed dogs can join you to explore 11 miles of multi-use trails. While camping is prohibited, they offer several access points to the forest, including a parking area and trailhead at the junction of Fickle Hill Road and Ficklehill Lane.

Pet Friendly Mad River Beach County Park

Mad River Beach County Park

Mad River Beach County Park

Leashed pets are welcome at Mad River Beach County Park, a dog-friendly beach in Arcata, CA. Fido can walk with you as you explore the dunes and wide expanses of sand, as well as take in the ocean views.

Redwood Park

Pets will feel right at home at Redwood Park, a popular, pet-friendly public park in Arcata, CA. Dogs must be leashed. Owners can relax at one of the picnic tables and enjoy the view of giant redwood trees.

Pale Moon Brewing Company

Pale Moon Brewing Company

Pale Moon Brewing Company is a small, local nano-brewery located in downtown Arcata, CA. They offer a variety of handcrafted beers brewed on site at this dog-friendly taproom. Furry friends are welcome inside with open arms.

Hammond Coastal Trail

Hammond Coastal Trail

Hammond Coastal Trail is a pet-friendly stretch of the California Coastal Trail that links Arcata and Clam Beach. Start off with a leashed walk along Mad River Beach, then enjoy off-leash fun at Clam Beach Off-Leash Area from October through February. This trail is rated as easy and welcomes most levels of hiker to enjoy it. Dog owners should clean up any mess that is left behind.

Ma-le’l Dunes CMA

Ma-le’l Dunes CMA

The southern portion of Ma-le’l Dunes CMA, operated by the Burea of Land Management, welcomes you and your furry friend to explore the area! Located in Arcata, CA, this pet-friendly recreation space allows leashed dogs in the developed recreation sites (parking/picnic area), while pups are welcome to roam off-leash under their owner's control outside said spots. Please note that dogs are not allowed on the park's northern portion, which the Humboldt Bay National Wildlife Refuge manages.

Arcata Marsh & Wildlife Sanctuary

Arcata Marsh & Wildlife Sanctuary

The Arcata Marsh and Wildlife Sanctuary is home to the City of Arcata’s innovative wastewater treatment facility. The dog-friendly sanctuary is 307 acres, including freshwater marshes, salt marsh, tidal sloughs, grassy uplands, mudflats, brackish marsh, approximately 5 miles of walking and biking paths and an Interpretive Center. By integrating conventional wastewater treatment with the natural processes of constructed wetlands, Arcata has succeeded in turning wastewater into a resource. Dogs must be leashed.

Moonstone Beach County Park

Moonstone Beach County Park

Dogs are welcome to join you at pet-friendly Moonstone Beach County Park in Trinidad, CA. This beach is popular with surfers, families and dog owners all looking to play in the sand and surf. Fido is permitted to be off-leash and you'll likely encounter other visitors who enjoy this area with their pets both on-leash and off. There are rocky tide pools and a boardwalk with scenic overlooks.

Trinidad State Beach

Trinidad State Beach

Trinidad State Beach is a scenic spot where you and Fido can enjoy some California sunshine and sea breezes. This dog-friendly destination can be accessed from the coastal town of Trinidad and is best to visit at low tide. Park amenities include a small picnic area and restrooms near the parking lot. Pets are not allowed on the trails, but leashed dogs are welcome to join you for a walk along the beach from sunrise to sunset while you take in beautiful views of the Pacific Ocean. Please remember to clean up after your pets.

The Bigfoot Taproom

McKinleyville, CA

The Bigfoot Taproom

Dogs are welcome inside and outside at The Bigfoot Taproom in McKinleyville, CA. This pet-friendly beer garden has a variety of craft beer, cider and wine on their 32 taps. Choose from umbrella-shaded picnic tables outside or the numerous seating options inside for you and Fido to enjoy the relaxing atmosphere and cold drinks.

Fortuna Dog Park

Fortuna Dog Park

Fortuna Dog Park invites Fido to enjoy an afternoon of off-leash play in this pet-friendly fenced area in Fortuna, CA. The park features separate areas for both large and small dogs, as well as some agility features. There is also a water spigot, waste bags, and a covered gazebo with a picnic table offering shade for you and your pup.

Eureka Dog Park

Eureka Dog Park

Eureka Dog Park is a dog park in Eureka, CA. This unique dog park is not separated by size, and large and small dogs play and romp together. It is fully fenced and features looping trails, native plants, views of bay, and a pulp mill across to Manila and North Jetty. Please clean up after your pets, waste bags are provided. Please note there is no water source on-site, so you will need to bring water for Fido.

Clam Beach County Park

McKinleyville, CA

Clam Beach County Park

Clam Beach County Park in McKinleyville, CA is dog friendly with leash restrictions during the peak season. From March to September, dogs are permitted on Clam Beach on-leash except if on the wave slope. From October to February, Fido can play off-leash on the entire beach but must be within 30 feet of their owner and kept under control. Clam Beach County Park is free for day-use visitors. This beautiful coast spot is popular for dog walking, beach combing, clamming, horseback riding and wildlife viewing.

Hiller Park

McKinleyville, CA

Hiller Park is a dog-friendly park in the community of McKinleyville, CA. This 36-acre park offers 1.5 miles of trails to explore with Fido, and a designated off-leash area anywhere west of the split rail fence. Facilities include a children's playground, picnic tables, a barbecue area, and restrooms. The park is open from 8am to 8pm daily, and the gates are locked promptly at 8.15pm.

Manila Dunes

Dogs are welcome to join their owners at the pet-friendly Manila Dunes in Manila, CA. This local recreation area features a driftwood-strewn beach, dunes, and an interpretive center. Two- and four-legged friends are invited to splash in the water or sunbathe on the sand.

Centerville Beach County Park

Centerville Beach County Park

Centerville Beach County Park in Ferndale, CA is dog friendly, but implements seasonal restrictions for visiting canines. Dogs under complete voice control are allowed off-leash on entire beach from October to February. Dogs must stay on wave slope from March to September. Centerville Beach County Park gives access to a long sandy beach that stretches from the parking area north all the way to the mouth of the Eel River.

Eureka Dog Park

Eureka Dog Park

Eureka Dog Park in Eureka, CA, is a fully fenced park where Fido can run and socialize. There are separate areas for small dogs and larger dogs. Toys and poop bags are provided, as well as a doggy water fountain.

Humboats Kayak Adventures

Humboats Kayak Adventures

Humboats Kayak Adventures is a pet-friendly adventure company in Eureka, CA. Dogs are welcome to join their owners for an adventure in the water around Humboldt Bay. Guides are experienced and knowledgable about wildlife and scenery in and around Eureka. Rentals are available for a fee. Dog life jackets are advised for safety.

Hammond Trail

McKinleyville, CA

The Hammond Trail is one of 1600 rail-trails supported by Rails-to-Trails Conservancy, a nonprofit organization that is working to create a nationwide network of trails from former rail lines and connecting corridors. Previously an unused railroad corridor, this "rail-trail" is now a great place to walk Fido in McKinleyville! The map below shows a parking area with convenient access to the Hammond. Rails-to-Trails Conservancy has generously provided map data for this trail to Bring Fido for informational purposes only. For more detailed trail information, please visit TrailLink.com.

Big Lagoon County Park

Big Lagoon County Park

Bring Fido to Big Lagoon County Park for an afternoon of off-leash play in Trinidad, CA. This dog-friendly county park features a parking lot with restrooms, a day-use area with beach and lagoon access, boating, seasonal kayaking, and a campground. Please note that the area is not fenced so make sure your pup is under voice control at all times, and be sure to clean up after your pets.

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