Dog-Friendly Activities in Pleasanton, CA

Cubby's Dog Park is a 1.5 acre off-leash area for Fido which honors Pleasanton Police Department’s K9 officer Cubby. Located in Pleasanton, CA, this dog-friendly park has two fully fenced spaces for small and large dogs, drinking fountains, shade structures and agility apparatus.

Ken Mercer Sports Park in Pleasanton, CA is pet-friendly. This community recreation complex offering various athletic fields, skate parks, a roller hockey rink and more. You and Fido can hit up one of the walking trails in the park.

Muirwood Community Park is dog-friendly park in Pleasanton, CA. This park features acres of walking tracks, hiking trails, basketball courts, playgrounds, a dog park, and outdoor grills. Your dog is welcome on the hiking trails, walking track, dog park, and picnicking areas. Dogs are not allowed on the basketball courts or playgrounds.

Shadow Cliffs Regional Recreation Area near downtown Pleasanton, CA, is a pet-friendly park with lake views, shaded areas and restrooms. Leashed dogs are welcome, and the Arroyo Trail near the Levee Trail is a recommended route for a pleasant walk. Enjoy fishing, picnicking and nature. Parking fee applies.

Dog Bar is an innovative indoor space to play and connect with your dog in Pleasanton, CA. They have indoor dog runs, a bar with drinks for dogs, photobooths, a gift shop, birthday parties, holiday parties, and more! It's a great place to hang out with your dog and meet other dog parents.

'Creating a Pen Using a Lathe' is a pet-friendly Airbnb Experience hosted by Sean. If your pup is friendly with other dogs, as the host has two on site, then he is welcome to sit with you at this workshop where you will learn how to make a pen from a block of wood, by turning it on a wood lathe. Your host will give you an overview of safety with the machines and demonstrate what to do. No experience required. Please note that the machines are very noisy. The experience lasts 2.5 hours and can accommodate up to 4 guests ages 10 and up. Rates start at $75 per person.

Come experience the one and only immersive exhibit for DOGS at Dog Bar in Pleasanton, CA crafted in partnership with the amazing creativity of Blaire Fujimoto of Freshly Fuji. Reminisce on summer days at the beach boardwalk with 5 adorably themed rooms, each paired with a themed treat! Your pup gets to sniff, search, eat, and explore their way through the rooms, play in a prize room full of toys, and gets a free drink at the bar at the end of their experience! Appointments can be made conveniently online.

Tehan Falls Loop is a pet-friendly trail in Pleasanton, CA. This trail is open year around and is great for hiking and birding. The starting and ending point of the trail is located on private property. However, the City of Pleasanton allows for access to the trails. Leashed dogs are welcome to join you as you hike this moderately challenging trail.

Augustin Bernal Park is a pet-friendly recreational area in Pleasanton, CA. This 237-acre open space features hiking, biking and equestrian trails. A leashed Fido is welcome to join you as you explore the beautiful scenery of this park. Visitors must present a permit card at the control gate or use the pedestrian access on the park's north side by the Longview Dr cul-de-sac, where no permit is necessary.

Dr. Aurelia Reinhardt Redwood Regional Park is a dog-friendly recreational area in Oakland, CA. You and Fido can wander down the trails lined by impressive redwoods. Please note that entry for all, including dogs, require a fee.

Las Trampas Wilderness Regional Preserve is a dog-friendly recreation area in San Ramon, CA. The more than 5700 acres includes hiking trails, picnic areas, historic sites and more. Please bring your own water as the park's water supply is inconsistent.

Fido is welcome to join you in the garden at Retzlaff Vineyards and Estate Winery, a dog-friendly winery in Livermore, CA. Enjoy a glass of wine with your canine companion while seated at a shaded table on the grass. Only two dogs are permitted per group and Fido must be leashed, well-behaved and quiet during your visit. Please bring a water bowl and water for your pets.

The Arizona Cactus Garden is a pet-friendly botanical garden located inside Stanford University in Palo Alto, CA. Fido is welcome to join as you tour the grounds, but please note that there are no boundaries around the cacti. Guests can expect to see a variety of unusual plants, including Cholla, Prickly Pear, several types of Aloes and more.

Pleasanton Ridge Regional Park is a dog-friendly recreational area in Sunol, CA. The preserve features more than 9000 acres of woodlands for you and Fido to explore. Hop on one of the hiking trails and enjoy views of Pleasanton and Livermore Valleys.

Leashed dogs are welcome in outdoor seating areas at pet-friendly Page Mill Winery in Livermore, CA. Guests can enjoy their quality wines and incredible views in an intimate atmosphere. Wine sampling with staff can be arranged in advance.

Dogs are welcome to join you for a visit to pet-friendly Broadway Plaza in Walnut Creek, CA. This open-air shopping center has more than 80 specialty shops, services, and restaurants. Major retailers include Neiman Marcus, Nordstrom and Macy’s. Leashed dogs are welcome in exterior areas which feature world class landscaping and European-styled fountains. Many shops will allow Fido inside, but visitors should check the pet policy for individual stores.

Briones Regional Park in Martinez, CA, offers rolling East Bay hills, scenic ridgelines and pet-friendly hiking routes. Dogs are welcome but must remain on a six-foot leash in designated areas, and visitors should be mindful of cattle, wildlife and foxtails along the trails. Parking fees may apply.

Bring your pup to this hidden gem and enjoy views of the Tri Valley and San Francisco Bay area at Dublin Hills Regional Park in Dublin, CA. This pet-friendly park covers 654 acres in Alameda County and is part of the East Bay Regional Park District. Enjoy hiking the trails with Fido through grasslands past several seasonal streams and springs. Parking and restrooms are available at the Donlon Point Staging Area.

Dogs are welcome at Sycamore Grove Regional Park, a wine country public park in Livermore, CA. The pet-friendly trails follow winding streams through fields and woodlands, and Fido can join you as long as they are on a leash. The park itself spans a massive 847-acres and includes hiking, biking, walking, and jogging sections of trails.

The Ruth Bancroft Garden is a dog friendly, one-of-a-kind garden featuring an outstanding collection of drought-tolerant plants, plus a retail nursery that specializes in similar plants. The Garden also houses important collections of aloes, agaves, yuccas, and echeverias. Whether you’re looking for a breath of fresh air, inspiration, or a fun day with loved ones, the Garden is the perfect getaway. Each season offers something new among the largest collection of succulents from around the world. Please ensure Fido is kept on a leash at all times.