Dog-Friendly Activities in Santa Clarita, CA

There are 5 dog-friendly activities in Santa Clarita, and 33 more nearby. 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 Santa Clarita.

Pet Friendly Central Bark in Central Park
Central Bark in Central Park Located adjacent to the multi-use fields in the back of Central Park in Santa Clarita, CA, is the off-leash Central Bark dog area! The 1.3-acre fenced-in recreation space welcomes dogs to roam around free from restraints. Here you'll find a designated area for smaller dogs under 25 lbs and a separate area for larger dogs over 25 lbs. See Details
Pet Friendly Canine Country
Canine Country Canine Country in Santa Clarita, CA, is a fenced dog park where pups can play off-leash. Small dogs (25 lbs or less) are welcome in both the small and common areas, while large dogs (26 lbs or more) can only use the common area. The park features small shade trees and benches for owners. See Details
Valencia Heritage Park Leashed dogs are welcome to join their owners at the pet-friendly Valencia Heritage Park in Santa Clarita, CA. This local recreation area features a children's play area, a sports field, tennis courts, picnic tables and more. See Details
Golden Valley Park Golden Valley Park in Santa Clarita, CA, is a pet-friendly recreation area featuring Five Barks dog park, playground, gazebo for outdoor parties, picnic tables, BBQs, a half basketball court, and public restrooms—perfect for a day out with family and furry friends. See Details
Five Barks Five Barks is a fenced dog park at Golden Valley Park in Santa Clarita, CA, where furry friends can enjoy off-leash play. Amenities include a separate small-dog area, shaded and sunny seating benches for owners, waste receptacles, and a multi-surface play area designed for pets of all sizes. Fido should be leashed when entering and exiting the park. See Details
Placerita Canyon State Park Placerita Canyon State Park is a dog-friendly recreation area in rural Newhall, CA. This park in the San Gabriel Mountains welcomes your pup to join you on the short paved trail, where you'll find dog waste stations along the way to clean up after Fido. See Details
Travel Town Museum at Griffith Park Located in Griffith Park, in Los Angeles, CA, Travel Town Museum is dog friendly! Leashed dogs are welcome to join their owners as they explore and learn about locomotives, freight cars and cabooses, passenger cars, interurbans and motorcars. Dog owners must clean up after their pets during their visit. Donations are accepted for admission, and parking is available on the property during operational hours. See Details
Simi Dog Park Pets will love to run and play off-leash at the fenced Simi Dog Park in Simi Valley, CA. The park features both a large dog and small dog area, water, parking, and picnic tables. See Details
Vasquez Rocks Trail Vasquez Rocks Trail is an easy and pet-friendly 1-mile hike owners can complete with their pups in the Vasquez Rocks Natural Area. This path is located in Agua Dulce, CA, and is home to the rocks that jut out of the earth at unique angles due to the San Andreas Fault. You may recognize these from movies such as Star Trek and Austin Powers. See Details
Dog Park at Sepulveda Basin Recreation Area Sepulveda Basin Recreation Area in Van Nuys, CA, is home to an off-leash dog park that includes three separate areas for pets of different sizes. This designated park for pups is a great place for dogs to play and socialize and includes agility equipment, benches, shade trees and picnic tables. The park is closed every Friday from 6:00 AM to 11:00 AM for regular maintenance. See Details
Oak Canyon Dog Park Fido will enjoy playing off-leash with his furry friends at the Oak Canyon Dog Park! This recreation area is divided into separate large and small dog spaces and includes water fountains. This designated dog area is located behind Oak Canyon Community Park in Oak Park, CA. To access the dog park, use the entrance to the community park. The park is closed every Friday for maintenance from 7:0 AM - 10:00 AM. See Details
Ross Dress for Less Burbank Ross Dress for Less is a pet-friendly retail store with a location in Burbank, CA. Your leashed dog is welcome to join you throughout the store as you shop for the latest fashion trends and home decor. Their selection includes clothing, shoes, accessories, bedding, and seasonal decor, as well as dog toys and supplies. See Details
Lawless Brewing Co. Located in the heart of Los Angeles, CA, Lawless Brewing Company is North Hollywood’s oldest brewery. Dogs are welcome to join their owners both inside the pet-friendly taproom and outside on the patio. Enjoy creative craft beers paired with bites from rotating food trucks. See Details
Old Zoo Picnic Area at Griffith Park Bring Fido to this unique attraction in Griffith Park for a picnic or games in the adjacent grassy area. The Old Zoo Picnic Area in Los Angeles, CA, was once the home of the former LA Zoo before it moved to its current location. The abandoned zoo has become a picnic area with old animal cages and exhibits. See Details
Val Surf Val Surf is a pet-friendly surf, skate, and snowboard shop in Valley Village, CA. Leashed dogs are welcome to help their owners browse this store for new apparel, help them choose a new board, or even pick out their own surfboard if they're salty sea dogs. See Details
Whitnall Off-Leash Dog Park Whitnall Off-Leash Dog Park is a 3-acre recreation area located under the historic Whitnall Highway Utility Corridor in North Hollywood, CA. Features include abundant on-street parking, a separate area for small or timid dogs, tables, a drinking fountain and a portable restroom facility. The park is closed every Tuesday from 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM for regular maintenance. See Details
Caballero Canyon Trail Bring Fido to hike the 3.4-mile round trip Caballero Canyon Trail in Marvin Braude Mulholland Gateway Park! This dog-friendly trail ascends 625 feet into Caballero Canyon in Tarzana, CA. The path is a short dirt trail that includes extensions to San Vincente Mountain if you're feeling adventurous. See Details
Angeles National Forest Leashed dogs can join their humans in the pet-friendly Angeles National Forest! This park is in San Fernando, CA, within the San Gabriel and Sierra Pelona Mountains. In this urban forest, you'll find beaches, bike trails, camping, fishing, hiking, picnicking and more. If you're feeling adventurous, explore the East Fork Trail to the Bridge To Nowhere. For this trail, ensure Fido has significant backcountry hiking experience and is comfortable swimming in a swift current. See Details
Dog Park at Crescenta Valley Community Regional Park While visiting Crescenta Valley Community Regional Park in Los Angeles, CA, stop by the dog park to let Fido play off-leash with his pet companions! This dog park features two separate spaces for small and large pups. Both fenced-in areas have a double-gated entrance, benches, drinking fountains, shade structures, security lighting and access to the dog wash. See Details
Chandler Bikeway The Chandler Bikeway 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 Burbank! The map below shows a trailhead where you can pick up the Chandler Bikeway. 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. See Details
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