Other Dog Activities in Desert Center, CA

Calico Ghost Town is a dog-friendly, Old West attraction in Yermo, CA. While visiting this old mining town, visitors can walk through an actual mine, pan for gold, and see the Mystery Shack. Fun-filled for all ages, be it human or dogs. Fido is also welcome inside the saloon, gift shops, and can even take the train ride tour with you! Located within the town, Dorsey's Dog House shop has everything from accessories to healthy snacks and treats.

The dog-friendly Palm Springs Air Museum in Palm Springs, CA, is home to one of the world’s largest collections of flyable from aircraft WWII, and the Korea and Vietnam wars. All exhibits in the air-conditioned hangars are rope-free, allowing visitors to get an up-close look at these historical marvels. In addition to the aircraft, exhibits and activities allow visitors of all ages to gain a fresh perspective of World War II. Friendly, leashed dogs are allowed to tour the attractions.

Cap Homme and Ralph Adams Park is a dog-friendly recreational area in Palm Desert, CA. This 27-acre park includes miles of multi-use trails, picnic areas and serves as the trailhead for the Cahuilla Hills Trails System. Check signage for areas that are designated off-leash areas for pups.

Leashed dogs are welcome to join you while you visit the pet-friendly Moorten Botanical Garden in Palm Springs, CA. This historic botanical garden opened in 1938 and features several rare cacti. Visitors can also view crystals, colorful rocks, ancient fossils, pioneer and gold mining relics, and cacti of varying sizes from miniature to giant! Plants are also available for purchase from the nursery.

The London Bridge, originally built in 1831 to get Londoners across the Thames River in England, was dismantled in the 1960s and reconstructed in Lake Havasu City, AZ! This popular pet-friendly tourist attraction is accessible on foot, meaning you can take Fido for a walk "across the pond" with no international pet passport required!

The Arizona Route 66 Museum in Kingman, AZ, takes visitors on a historical journey through the iconic highway’s past, from prehistoric trade routes to its cultural impact. Well-behaved, leashed dogs are welcome to join you in this pet-friendly museum for a unique family experience.

Anza-Borrego Desert State Park, located in Borrego Springs, is the largest state park in California. Although dog-friendly in some areas, pups must be on a leash no longer than six feet and under immediate control. Pets must be in a tent or vehicle during nighttime hours and are not allowed cross-country or on hiking trails. Despite not being able to access the paths, you can still enjoy the rugged landscape formed largely by erosion from rain, snow, ice and wind.

The pet-friendly Ruth Hardy Park in Palm Springs, CA, is used for many different activities, including dog walking. The area offers 22 acres of recreation area, featuring tennis, basketball, and sand volleyball courts, plus picnic tables and grills. Please ensure Fido is leashed at all times.

Bring Fido to this brightly painted hill that has become a dog-friendly landmark known as Salvation Mountain in Niland, CA. Leashed dogs are welcome at this piece of art in the desert. It's a perfect spot to stop along your road trip to get some great shots of your dog's Instagram.

Bring Fido to the dog-friendly Sandbar Powersports in Lake Havasu City, AZ! This store sells new and used boats and offers a number of rental options like boats and jet skis.

The Rustic Theatre and Entertainment Center welcomes Fido to join you for a movie at their pet-friendly theater in Idyllwild, CA. Grab a bucket of popcorn and sit with your leashed pup for an evening of entertainment. They also have an outdoor patio where you can enjoy food and drinks.

Idyllwild Regional Park is a dog-friendly, 202-acre recreational area in Idyllwild, CA. Hike with Fido on one of the five breathtaking trails overlooking the majestic skyline. Campers can enjoy access to fire rings, picnic areas, restrooms, and showers at any one of the individual camping sites. There are both camping fees and day-use fees for adults, children and dogs.

Fido is welcome to join you for specialty cocktails at dog-friendly attraction Copper Still Distillery. A small family-owned distillery, you and Fido are invited to the front or rear patios to enjoy a wide selection of flavored moonshine, vodka, whiskey, gin, and rum. Copper Still have a full bar and showcase tasty seasonal signature cocktails which you can remake at home using spirits sold on the premises. Light snacks are available as you sit and relax with a delicious refreshing summer cocktail or whiskey-infused winter warmer.

Black Bridge Brewery is a dog-friendly microbrewery in Kingman, AZ, where Fido can join you for a pint on the outdoor, shaded patio. Food can be delivered from local restaurants. They have live music most weekends on their outdoor stage. Check out their website for current schedule.

Fido will love exploring Civic Center Park with you, a dog-friendly recreational space in Palm Desert, CA! This 70-acre park has many amenities like baseball fields, basketball courts, a concession stand, picnic pavilions, a skate park and walking trails. Fido must stay on a leash no longer than six feet during your visit unless entering the fenced dog park on-site.

Blue Door Winery is a dog-friendly wine-tasting room in the town’s old livery stables in Julian, CA. With big barn doors, exposed high ceilings, wood floors, and of course, plenty of fabulous wine, dogs are welcome to join their owners inside for a relaxing glass.

Bring Fido to visit the Forever Marilyn sculpture located by the Palm Springs Art Museum in Palm Springs, CA. This pet-friendly roadside attraction, built by American artist Seward Johnson, stands 26 feet tall and weighs 24,000 lbs. Two- and four-legged friends are invited to snap a photo together in front of this iconic celebrity of the 1950s.

Bring Fido to unwind with you at the dog-friendly Julian Station! This hive of activity features four unique Julian tasting room experiences, including Julian Hard Cider, Julian Wine & Chocolate and The Cooler Tap & Tasting Room. This Julian, CA, venue is also the home of Cocinca De Luz and hosts numerous unique shops and boutiques, local art, antiques and more.

The Quartzsite Town Park in Quartzsite, AZ is dog friendly! This large park has a lot for you and your pup to explore, like horseshoe pits, a metal-detecting field, picnic areas and jet airplane displays. Fido must stay leashed during your visit, but there is a dog park to visit for off-leash play.

Lake Havasu Cigars is a cigar shop and bar in Lake Havasu City, AZ. Relax with Fido in comfortable lounge chairs inside while you enjoy a draft beer and cool off from the heat. Outdoor seating on the patio is also available. Pair your drink with some pub fare available from on-site Minor's Diner.