Dog-Friendly Activities Near Sunset Mesa, Malibu, CA, US

Your pup is welcome to join you while hiking the trails of Westridge-Canyonback Wilderness Park in Encino, CA! The pet-friendly recreation area is contiguous with the 20,000-acre urban wilderness park called the “Big Wild.” The park is accessible from the San Fernando Valley at San Vincente Mountain Park and West Los Angeles at the end of Westridge Road.

Westridge Trailhead is a hiking trail in the Mandeville Canyon area of Los Angeles, CA. Bring Fido with you while you hike the 7.4-mile round trip unpaved path, which features 730 feet of elevation gain and panoramic views of the city and surrounding mountains. Dogs are welcome and can be off leash as long as they're well-behaved and under voice control. Please remember to clean up after your pet.

Explore the pet-friendly, sycamore-filled Sullivan Canyon with Fido on this 8.5-mile round-trip trail in Los Angeles, CA. Follow the dirt and gravel trail posted with yellow trail markers through the trees while listening to the birds.

Bring Fido for a hike along the Sullivan Ridge Trail between Rustic Canyon and Sullivan Canyon in Los Angeles, CA! This out-and-back hike can be as long as 12.6 miles round trip with a 1,350-foot elevation gain if you want to travel to the end and back again.

Third Street Promenade is pet friendly! This pedestrian mall shopping, dining, and entertainment complex in the downtown area of Santa Monica, CA, is a nice place to bring your pup to stretch his legs. It is considered a premier shopping and dining district on the Westside and draws crowds from all over the Greater Los Angeles area. Confirm pet policies before entering businesses.

Santa Monica Pier and Boardwalk is pet friendly! This seaside destination boasts a range of shops and cafes, plus an amusement park and aquarium. Leashed dogs are allowed on the pier and surrounding boardwalks but prohibited from entering Pacific Park, the beach, or businesses without confirming pet policies.

Leashed pets are welcome to explore the West Mandeville Fire Road in Los Angeles, CA. This pet-friendly, moderately difficult 3.7-mile trail elevates just under 700 feet from Santa Monica to Mulholland Drive and San Vincente Mountain Park, with gorgeous views at the top.

Leashed dogs are allowed at Will Rogers State Historic Park, home to the ranch owned by the famous actor of the 1930s, Will Rogers. This pet-friendly park features a 31-room ranch house, a stable, riding ring, roping arena, polo field, golf course and riding trails. Dogs are allowed in the historic zone (not on house tours) and Inspiration loop, but they are prohibited from the Backbone, Temescal and Rustic Canyon Trails.

The California Coastal Trail in Pacific Palisades, CA, is pet friendly! This network of trails along the coastline stretches for 1,200 miles from Del Norte to San Diego. You and your leashed pup can enjoy a day hike along the trail network or plan a more extended trip. The address we have listed is for Will Rogers State Beach, one of the points along the coastal trail, but there are numerous access points along the way.

Take Fido to shop for rings, earrings, necklaces, and more at the pet-friendly Edward Avedis Fine Jewelry. This jeweler can be found inside the Fairmont Miramar Hotel and Bungalows. Leashed dogs are welcome inside and can help you decide which bespoke dog tag they want for their next birthday!

'Capture Your LA Adventure on Santa Monica Beach' is a pet-friendly Airbnb Experience hosted by Olga. Walk along the pier with your pooch while your host captures photos of you. You'll receive a link to a private online gallery with all of the best high resolution edited photos, that will include 35 photos. The experience lasts 2.5 hours and can accommodate guests ages 2 and up. Rates start at $150 per person.

'Santa Monica / Venice Instagram Shooting by Tutku' is a pet-friendly Airbnb Experience hosted by Tutku. If you don't mind using your own car, Fido is welcome to come along on this photoshoot where your host will take photos of you. Capture West Coast memories at locations such as Santa Monica Pier, Route 66 sign, Venice sign, boardwalk and canals, and more. The experience lasts 30-60 minutes and can accommodate guests ages 2 and up. Rates start at $49 per person.

Inspiration Point Loop Trail is a 2.4-mile moderate loop in Will Rogers State Park in Pacific Palisades, CA, that connects to segments of the Backbone Trail System. Lined with eucalyptus trees, the route climbs to Inspiration Point, an overlook with benches and sweeping panoramic views of Los Angeles. Dogs are welcome on leash, making it a great option for a scenic hike with your pup.

Discover art, culture, and history while you walk with your leashed pup to different landmarks during the pet-friendly Santa Monica Scavenger Hunt: Beachfront Bliss in Santa Monica, CA. This app-led hunt can be completed anytime while you visit featured sites like Pacific Park, Chez Jay and the Santa Monica Pier Aquarium.

Leashed dogs are welcome to join their owners in the pet-friendly Temescal Canyon Park. The recreation area, located in Pacific Palisades, CA, features a hiking trail that is open from dawn until dusk.