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    Dog-Friendly Activities in San Marcos, CA

    There are 9 dog-friendly activities in San Marcos. 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 San Marcos.

    Pet Friendly Montiel Park

    Montiel Park

    San Marcos, CA
    Montiel Park Bring Fido for fun at Montiel Park, a dog-friendly community space in San Marcos, CA. The amenities include a basketball court, disc golf course and picnic tables. Fido must stay leashed on the grounds, but an off-leash dog park is on-site. See Details
    Pet Friendly Lakeview Park

    Lakeview Park

    San Marcos, CA
    Lakeview Park Park is out away from main highway in a newer neighborhood. Had a walking trail around a duck pond. Nice morning walk. Only negative is small parking lot. Ended up parking a few blocks away but was a nice find. See Details

    Hollandia Park Dog Park

    San Marcos, CA
    Hollandia Park Dog Park The Hollandia Park Dog Park in San Marcos, CA, has two fully-fenced play areas, one specifically for shy, senior, or small breeds, ensuring every pup has an opportunity for fun! Make sure to leash Fido back up when exiting back out to the larger Hollandia Park. See Details

    Hollandia Park

    San Marcos, CA
    Hollandia Park Hollandia Park is a dog-friendly park in San Marcos, CA. The amenities of the park include an amphitheater, horseshoe pits, picnic shelters and walking trails. Please keep Fido leashed while you enjoy the outdoors together. A fenced dog park is also on site. See Details

    Dog Park at Montiel Park

    San Marcos, CA
    Dog Park at Montiel Park There is a dog park at Montiel Park in San Marcos, CA, for your pup to play at! This fenced dog park is all grass, so Fido will be sure to have fun running around. Be aware this is a co-mingled dog park, which means there is no separate section for small dogs. When exiting, be sure to leash your dog back up, as the larger Montiel Park requires pups to be leashed. See Details

    Sunset Park

    San Marcos, CA
    Sunset Park Fido is welcome to join you at Sunset Park, a dog-friendly outdoor space in San Marcos, CA. This large city park has amenities like a sand volleyball court, picnic areas, walking trails and disc golf. There is also a dog park on the property. See Details

    San Elijo Park

    San Marcos, CA
    San Elijo Park San Elijo Park in San Marcos, CA is dog friendly. Bring Fido along for some exercise and fun, with amenities like picnic tables, grass fields, horseshoe pits and a splash pad. Fido must stay leashed unless you're entering the fenced dog park on-site. See Details

    Dog Park at San Elijo Park

    San Marcos, CA
    Dog Park at San Elijo Park There is a dog park for Fido to play at within the San Elijo Park in San Marcos, CA. This fenced, off-leash dog park features a separate small dog area. Remember to leash your pup back up before exiting the dog park. See Details

    Dog Park at Sunset Park

    San Marcos, CA
    Dog Park at Sunset Park Bring Fido to play at the dog park located within Sunset Park in San Marcos, CA. This park is fenced to allow pups to romp around off leash! There are separate play areas for small and large breeds. There are trees for shade and benches for rest. Remember to leash your dog back up when exiting back into the larger Sunset Park. See Details

    Los Penasquitos Canyon Preserve

    San Diego, CA
    Los Penasquitos Canyon Preserve Los Penasquitos Canyon Preserve is a dog-friendly preservation area in San Diego, CA. Leashed dogs are welcome on the trails on leashes no longer than 8-feet long. Scenery in the canyon includes waterfalls, streamside forest, sycamore trees, a freshwater marsh, and wildlife like mule deer, bobcat, coyote and, raccoons. All recreational activities within the Preserve are day-use only and camping is prohibited. See Details

    Maggie Houlihan Memorial Dog Park

    Encinitas, CA
    Maggie Houlihan Memorial Dog Park Maggie Houlihan Memorial Dog Park is located within Encinitas Community Park in Encinitas, CA. This 2-acre dog park features areas for small dogs, timid or first-time dogs, and a large lawn open to all. Dogs must be leashed when walking to and from the designated off-leash area. The park is closed for maintenance on Thursdays from 1:00 PM until 3:00 PM. See Details

    Emerald Isle Golf Course

    Oceanside, CA
    Emerald Isle Golf Course Emerald Isle Golf Course is a dog-friendly golf course in Oceanside, CA. This executive course welcomes dogs on the course with their owners for a rambling round, as long as they are leashed and well-behaved. See Details

    North Beach

    Del Mar, CA
    North Beach North Beach is a dog-friendly beach in Del Mar, CA. Dogs are allowed off-leash during the off-season, between the day after Labor Day through June 15th. During the summer from June 16th through Labor Day, pups are only allowed off-leash from dawn until 8:00 AM. Otherwise, dogs are still welcome on the beach but must remain leashed. A dog license must be affixed to the collar, and leashes cannot exceed six feet. See Details

    South Buena Vista Park

    Vista, CA
    South Buena Vista Park South Buena Vista Park is a large park offering dog-friendly off-leash hours in Vista, CA. The park has shaded areas for wandering in and out of the trees and open spaces for running. There is a doggie drinking fountain and several waste bag stations. For the humans, there are many benches, a basketball court and a fenced-in playground. Check their website for current off-leash hours. See Details

    La Jolla Cove

    San Diego, CA
    La Jolla Cove Leashed dogs are welcome on the beach at La Jolla Cove, in San Diego, CA before 9 a.m. and after 6 p.m. from April 1 to October 31, and before 9 AM and after 4 PM from November 1 to March 31. The beach is located at the northeast end of Ellen Browning Scripps Park. Take Fido for a walk above the bluffs on the La Jolla Coast Walk Trail, explore tide pools, or find a spot on the beach to relax. Always keep dogs away from wildlife. See Details

    Oceanside Harbor Walk

    Oceanside, CA
    Oceanside Harbor Walk Oceanside Harbor Walk offers a scenic, dog-friendly paved path perfect for leashed pups and their owners in Oceanside, CA. Enjoy a two-mile stroll around the harbor with ocean views, benches and picnic spots. Please note that your furry friend isn't allowed on the sand, pier or in the water. Parking includes free roadside and paid lots—check the harbor website for details. See Details

    Westfield UTC

    San Diego, CA
    Westfield UTC Westfield UTC is a fabulous open-air shopping area in San Diego, CA. Not all shops are dog-friendly so be sure to check with staff first before entering with Fido. Dogs are also welcome to visit the Bark Park located behind the Clock Tower in Palm Plaza. Take the hill going down between Tender Greens and Express to find the lush, fully fenced-in dog park for your dog to enjoy. See Details

    San Elijo Lagoon Ecological Reserve Rios (East) Trail

    Solana Beach, CA
    San Elijo Lagoon Ecological Reserve Rios (East) Trail The Rios (East) Trail is an easy 1.2-mile hike in the San Elijo Ecological Reserve in Solana Beach, CA. This dog-friendly trail runs close to the lagoon and allows one to enjoy wetland plants and birds. This beautiful area is still close to the highway, and parts of it can be muddy. Dogs must be leashed at all times. Find the trailhead at the end of Rios Ave, where you also find on-street parking. See Details

    Iron Mountain Trail

    Poway, CA
    Iron Mountain Trail Iron Mountain Trail is a dog-friendly, moderately easy, 5.75 mile hike in Poway, CA. This hike takes about 2.5 hours to complete with Fido. This is a very popular trail that is clearly marked. If your dog is used to trails it should be okay on his paws, if not you may want to work him up to it. See Details

    Santa Margarita River Trail

    Fallbrook, CA
    Santa Margarita River Trail Santa Margarita River Trail is a dog-friendly, 5-mile path in Fallbrook, CA. Enjoy varying terrain and beautiful views. Visitors are often surprised to see so many broad water impoundments along the river which are the work of the California golden beaver. Dogs must be leashed at all times. See Details
    San Marcos, CA, US