Dog-Friendly Activities in Gila Bend, AZ

Need a new profile picture? Head over to the pet-friendly Martin Auto Museum in Phoenix, AZ to have your photo taken with Fido sitting in a 1966 Corvette Stingray, or maybe a 1915 Model T. There are over 160 classic cars in the museum, all of which were donated from the personal collection of Mel Martin. Quiet pets are welcome, and please note that there's an entry fee.

The Park at O.H.S.O. Brewery in downtown Gilbert, AZ, is a massive outdoor, pet-friendly playground for adults, kids and dogs to enjoy. Bring Fido to hear live music, play a game of corn hole, or just hang out with good people and good beer! There's a food menu for humans and a dog menu. Let your pup run off his zoomies in the attached dog park, or let the gamer within you escape in the arcade pod. There's a full bar and an enormous TV screen so you can enjoy your favorite sporting event or movie from the comfort of a picnic blanket.

You and Fido are sure to enjoy McDowell Sonoran Preserve in Scottsdale, AZ, which provides plenty of dog-friendly activities. Popular hiking trails include Lost Dog Wash Trailhead and Kovach Family Nature Trail, each one a short half mile walk amongst towering saguaros and barrel cactuses. More adventurous hikers can explore Sunrise Trail East, a steep, rocky trail from which you can enjoy expansive views of Sunrise Peak. Please clean up after your dog and keep them on a leash at all times.

More than 2,000 dog-friendly acres of natural wonderland await you and your pup at Cattail Cove State Park in Lake Havasu City, AZ. Relax, hike, bird-watch, enjoy the dog park, or have a picnic at this beautiful park on Lake Havasu. Fido must be leashed at all times on the trails, but may be off-leash at the designated dog beach. Please note that dogs are not allowed on the developed beaches for human use.

White Tank Mountain Regional Park is dog friendly. Leashed pets are welcome at this stunningly beautiful public park. Take the hike out to a waterfall in the middle of the desert. Nearly 30,000 acres makes this the largest regional park in Maricopa County. Most of the park is made up of the rugged and beautiful White Tank Mountains on the Valleys west side.

Thunderbird Conservation Park, a 1,185-acre park in the Hedgpeth Hills, is a conservation area dedicated to preserving the desert environment in Glendale, AZ. It is pet-friendly and park activities include picnicking, hiking, horseback riding, mountain biking, jogging and bird watching. About 15 miles of multi-use, dog-friendly trails have been constructed, thanks to the efforts of many volunteer groups.

Dogs 12 lbs and under are welcome at the Scottsdale Fashion Square in Scottsdale, AZ, as long as they're carried or pushed around in a stroller. This is a higher end mall with 240 shops (and counting), an indoor playground, food court, and movie theater. Bring your walking shoes - you’ll be doing a lot of it. Individual businesses set their own dog policies, so be sure to ask first before entering with Fido.

Buckskin Mountain State Park is a dog-friendly recreation area in Parker, AZ. Bring Fido along to see the stunning views of the Colorado River along the Parker strip, an 18-mile stretch between Parker Dam and Headgate Dam. Mountains line the river on both the Arizona and California sides, and the wildlife is as varied as the recreational opportunities along the river. Dogs must be leashed at all times and are welcome on the campgrounds for no additional fee.

Skyline Regional Park in Buckeye, AZ is pet friendly. This 8,700 acre mountain preserve is located in the southern White Tank Mountains. The park is home to numerous trails to explore with your leashed pooch.

Dogs are welcome to join you on the trails at the pet-friendly Papago Park in Phoenix. AZ. Enjoy the Sonoran Desert habitat and the sandstone buttes that set this park apart from the other natural attractions in the area. The trails are generally known to be easy treks with little elevation gain, making it the perfect place for families or beginner hikers. Pets must be leashed at all times.

Candle Chemistry is a dog-friendly shop located in Scottsdale, AZ. Visitors to the store can pick out a candle or create a scent of their own. Candle Chemistry allows you to get crafty and make your own candle or bath product right there at the store. Fido is welcome to join in on the fun, but dogs must be kept on a leash.

Lake Pleasant Regional Park in Morristown, AZ, is a dog-friendly destination with trails up to 4 miles, perfect for all endurance levels. Pups can enjoy walks while taking in scenic views, and during warmer months, the calm waters around Fireman’s Cove, Coles Bay, and Humbug Cove provide a great spot to cool off. Please note that the lake is man-made, and safety is key as the landscape fluctuates. A day pass is required for entry.

South Mountain Park and Preserve in Phoenix, AZ, has over 51 miles of dog-friendly trails for you and your pup to explore. Not a hiker? Take the Summit Road to Dobbins Lookout for amazing valley views or to Gila Lookout for a view of the Gila River Valley. Once a month, Silent Sunday is observed, a day in which the park's main access roads are reserved for non-motorized uses, and motorized vehicles are not allowed on the roads. Phoenix leash laws apply to all hiking trails, and pets must be leashed at all times.

Hikers are welcome to take their leashed dogs on hikes up the pet-friendly Shaw Butte in Phoenix, AZ. Shaw Butte is a member of the Phoenix Mountain Preserves and lies directly north of North Mountain. A hike up this preserve offers great views of North Mountain, Piestewa Peak and Lookout Mountain as well as beautiful views of downtown Phoenix. Hikers can choose from a variety of trail difficulties. Phoenix leash laws apply on all hiking trails, and pets must be leashed at all times.

The Bark Park at Papago Park is an off-leash area for your dog in Tempe, AZ. Bring Fido out for a day of exercise, play, and social time with other pups! It is fully fenced and includes picnic tables, benches, and water access. More tables, a pond, playground and restrooms are outside of the fence in the larger Papago Park. Be sure to bring waste bags.

The dog park at Sahuaro Ranch Park is located just south of the softball complex in Glendale, AZ. There are separate areas for large and small dogs, water fountains, waste stations, and some dog agility equipment. This is a great place to bring your pup for some play time, exercise, and social time with other pups. Be mindful that is closed every Tuesday.

With a variety of trails to choose from, several of which lead into the Superstition Wilderness, you and your pup will find plenty of dog-friendly hiking trails to enjoy at Lost Dutchman State Park in Apache Junction, AZ. Some of the guided hikes also permit dogs to join the fun. Dogs must be leashed at all times.

Leashed dogs are welcome at Tempe Beach Park in Tempe, AZ. The pet-friendly park borders Tempe Town Lake and features five miles of jogging, biking, and walking trails, picnic tables, grills, ramadas, and restrooms.

Bring your canine friend to experience the diverse desert landscapes at the pet-friendly Dreamy Draw Recreation Area in Phoenix, AZ, offering everything from fantastic views to secluded valleys. Leashed dogs are permitted on some of the trails within the park, including the pet-friendly Dreamy Draw Nature Trail, but are not permitted at Piestewa Peak.

Casa Grande Ruins is a pet-friendly national monument in Coolidge, AZ. Bring Fido to enjoy the mystery and complexity of an extended network of communities and irrigation canals. Well-behaved pets on a leash or under physical restraint are welcome in the park. You will need to clean up after your pup and have him under your direct control at all times.