Dog Friendly Hiking Trails in Rancho Palos Verdes, CA

Founders Park is a 5.50-acre parcel adjacent to the Trump National Clubhouse in Rancho Palos Verdes, CA. Your leashed pup is welcome to explore this dog-friendly area with spectacular views and hiking opportunities. Picnic tables, a gazebo and a nearby restroom are also on site.

With some of the best remaining native wildlife habitat and hiking trails, the 155-acre dog-friendly Forrestal Reserve in Rancho Palos Verdes, CA, is critical to the Peninsula's natural environment! While walking with your leashed pup, keep an eye out for fossils, rock layers, native flowers and breathtaking views.

Fred Hesse Junior Community Park is a well-manicured parkland and active community center and one of the most popular spots in Rancho Palos Verdes, CA! Fido is welcome to join you at this dog-friendly recreation area which features baseball and soccer fields, a sand volleyball court, picnic areas, playgrounds and walking paths. Ensure your pup is leashed throughout your visit!

Alta Vicente Reserve is 55 acres of land on the slopes below and around the Rancho Palos Verdes, CA, City Hall, with impressive coastal views! Bring your leashed pup to explore this pet-friendly reserve, the location of a 15-acre habitat coastal sage scrub restoration project.

This dog-friendly reserve includes the bluffs of Lower Point Vicente (6 acres), the Fishing Access property (9 acres) and the habitat areas within the Oceanfront Estates Project (69 acres). Dogs are allowed to walk on the trails if they are on a leash no longer than 6ft.

Lunada Canyon Trail is a 1.9-mile moderately trafficked, pet-friendly out-and-back path in Rancho Palos Verdes, CA. The trail is primarily used for walking and nature trips and is accessible year-round. Owners can bring their leashed dogs with them for a stroll on this path which is great for all skill levels.

Kenneth Hahn State Recreation Area in Los Angeles, CA, is dog friendly! Fido can join you on the five miles of trails at the park. The recreation area is also home to lawns, landscaped areas, picnic sites, playgrounds, a fishing lake, and a lotus pond. Dogs must be leashed and under the complete control of the owner. Please note an entrance fee may apply.

Veterans Parkway 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 Hermosa Beach! The map below shows a parking area with convenient access to the Veterans Parkway. 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.

Palos Verdes Estates Shoreline Preserve is a pet-friendly hiking area in Palos Verdes Estates, CA. Owners and their leashed canines can enjoy a stroll along the 1.4-mile out-and-back trail, which features panoramic views of the ocean and bluffs. Note that it's a paved path without shade, so owners should dress appropriately and bring water for Fido.

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.

Colorado Lagoon is a dog-friendly park in Long Beach, CA, featuring a small wetland trail where leashed dogs are welcome. The park also has a playground and picnic areas. Note that pets are not allowed on the beach.

Located on 51 acres, the George F Canyon Nature Center & Preserve in Rolling Hills, CA, features a dog-friendly nature trail and stream that passes through one of the most pristine and beautiful canyons on the Peninsula. With signage and benches along the path, this trail creates a delightful experience for owners and their pets!

Bill Rosendahl Del Rey Park, formerly known as Glen Alla Park, is a pet-friendly recreation area where you and Fido can unwind together! Located in Marina del Rey, CA, this public park welcomes leashed pups to walk, jog, or just relax with their owners. This park features a basketball court, playground, picnic tables, and an off-leash dog park.

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.

Bring Fido to admire breathtaking panoramic city views from Hilltop Park, a dog-friendly landmark in Signal Hill, CA. Take a short walk around this 3.2 acre area, rest beneath the shade of a palm tree, or enjoy a snack while sat at the picnic tables. There are restrooms at Hilltop Park and visitors can also access several nearby trails including Skyline Trail and Sea Ridge Trail.

Pacific Electric Right Of Way 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 Long Beach, CA!

Leashed dogs are welcome to join their owners on the paved pathways in the pet-friendly Roxbury Park in Beverly Hills, CA. Encompassing more than 11 acres of beautifully maintained green space, this recreation area is popular for activities like picnicking, lawn bowling, basketball, sand volleyball, baseball and soccer.

The Electric Avenue Median Park 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 Seal Beach! The map below shows a trailhead where you can pick up the Electric Avenue Median Park. 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.

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.