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Dog-Friendly Activities in Lakeside, CA

There are 126 dog-friendly activities within 40 kilometers of Lakeside. 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 Lakeside.

Pet Friendly Fiesta Island Park

Fiesta Island Park

Fiesta Island Park

Most of Fiesta Island Park, a large sandy island in San Diego, CA, is designated leash-free for dogs. It has lots of sandy dunes to romp in, and the calm bay waters allow the more adventurous dogs to take a quick dip. There's a designated off-leash location on the backside of the island. Bring water for your dogs.

Pet Friendly Coronado Dog Beach

Coronado Dog Beach

Coronado Dog Beach

The Coronado Dog Beach is a dog-friendly, leash-free area on the western part of the shore in Coronado, CA. Parking is available along Ocean Boulevard, but it can be a rather long walk to the beach, so be sure to keep your pup leashed until you reach the sand, as there is a strict zero-tolerance policy for unleashed dogs. Owners are asked to monitor their dogs at all times, clean up any messes, and ensure that Fido has all current licenses before visiting. Make sure to bring a camera and snap some photos of Fido with the stunning scenery! The Point Loma headland and iconic Hotel del Coronado are visible from the shore.

Seaport Village

Seaport Village

Seaport Village in San Diego, CA, is a 14-acre waterfront shopping, dining and entertainment complex recreating a harborside setting of a century ago. This vast property includes one-of-a-kind shops, casual dining eateries, and fine dining waterfront restaurants. If you need a bite to eat, there are numerous pet-friendly restaurants with harbor views! There's also a large park with lots of grass and room for dogs to run if Fido needs to stretch his legs.

Balboa Park

Leashed dogs are welcome to enjoy the pet-friendly Balboa Park in San Diego, CA. This park is one of the largest urban parks in the country with over 1,200 acres. There are plenty of open spaces, gardens, and walking paths to explore. The park also has two designated off-leash areas for dogs at Balboa Drive at El Prado on the south side of Cabrillo Bridge, and Morley Field located northwest of the tennis courts. When not in a designated off-leash area, dogs must be leashed at all times, and humans must clean up after their dogs throughout the park and off-leash areas.

Spanish Village Art Center

Spanish Village Art Center

Stroll with Fido through the dog-friendly studios of incredibly talented artists, metalsmiths, photographers, painters, sculptors, and designers at the Spanish Village Art Studios in Balboa Park located in San Diego, CA. Converse with each artist, browse through beautiful galleries, and shop for your new must-have pieces you support the San Diego art community. Well-behaved, leashed pets are welcome to join you as you experience this unique environment.

Tuna Harbor Park

Tuna Harbor Park

Tuna Harbor Park is a dog-friendly park in San Diego, CA. Located a 1-min walk from the USS Midway Museum, this bayside park features shaded grassy areas, a promenade and the Unconditional Surrender sculpture, which is the iconic image of a sailor kissing a nurse. Dogs are allowed on leash in all Port of San Diego parks. The park can be accessed every day of the week from 6:00am to 10:30pm.

Civita Park

Civita Park is a dog-friendly, multi-level, 14-acre park and dog park in San Diego, CA. Your leashed dog is welcome to join you at the dog park, outdoor amphitheater, picnic grove, and interpretive gardens. Dogs are not allowed in the interactive water feature, bocce court, basketball court, or historic mining terrace. The dog park on site has two separate areas for play, where dogs are separated based upon weight. Please check with the San Diego Park and Recreation Department for requirements regarding vaccinations and age for use of the dog park.

Old Town San Diego State Historic Park

Old Town San Diego State Historic Park

Leashed dogs are welcome to join their humans on a stroll through history and learn about life in the 1820s-1870s at the pet-friendly Old Town San Diego State Historic Park in San Diego, CA. Visitors will see the converging cultures of Mexico and the United States as they follow the transition of San Diego through history from a Mexican pueblo to an American settlement. Dogs must be leashed at all times and aren't permitted in buildings.

Grape Street Dog Park

Grape Street Dog Park

Grape Street Dog Park is the largest dog park in Balboa Park in San Diego, CA. The park features five acres of open fields that are surrounded by groves of mature eucalyptus trees. Other amenities include two dog water fountains and a restroom for people.

Elfin Forest Recreational Reserve

Elfin Forest Recreational Reserve

Elfin Forest Recreational Reserve is a dog-friendly area in Escondido, CA. Your leashed pup is welcome to join you on the 11 miles of trails through the reserve. Along the way, you can stop off at one of the picturesque picnic spots for a bite to eat and enjoy a scenic mountain view. Dogs must remain on a hand-held leash no longer than six feet.

Los Penasquitos Canyon Preserve

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.

Kearny Mesa Dog Park

Kearny Mesa Dog Park

Fido is sure to enjoy the Kearny Mesa dog park in San Diego, CA. This 1-acre park is fenced, allowing your pup to play off-leash. The park area has shady trees, chairs and a water station for pups and people.

Julian Station

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.

Seaforth Boat Rentals

Seaforth Boat Rentals

You and Fido can enjoy San Diego via a dog-friendly powerboat or sailboat rental from Seaforth Boat Rentals. Dogs are welcome on powerboats up to 24’ and sailboats up to 27’. Seaforth Boat Rentals has locations in Coronado, Downtown, Harbor Island, and Mission Bay.

Iron Mountain Trail

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.

Dog Park at Rohr Park

Dog Park at Rohr Park

Rohr Park in Bonita, CA, is home to an off-leash dog park where Fido is welcome to play with his furry friends. This fenced-in recreation area features play structures, benches, waste bag dispensers and trash receptacles. Dogs are also welcome on a leash inside the rest of the community park but may only be off their leash in the designated area.

Camel Valley Lavender

Camel Valley Lavender

Bring Fido to Camel Valley Lavender in Ramona, CA. This pet-friendly attraction invites leashed dogs to walk the fields while their owners partake in the seasonal u-pick lavender on Saturdays and Sundays in June and July. Visitors can also enjoy views of the camels grazing in the fields or stop by the store to shop for handcrafted lavender products and essential oils. There is a shaded area with misters, allowing pups to cool off.

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.

Barkyard at Petco Park

Barkyard at Petco Park

Fido can join you to watch the Padres play at the dog-friendly Barkyard at Petco Park in San Diego, CA. The area features five, semi-private, dog-friendly viewing areas in left-center field, each fitting up to four people and two dogs. The viewing areas have artificial turf that does not retain heat to ensure paws stay cool, as well as in-seat menu service. Each dog will check in with a PetCo ambassador and be escorted to their seat by a Padre's pet concierge. A designated Pet Relief Area, as well as a watering station, are located nearby. Dog owners looking to enjoy multiple games alongside Fido can call for Flex Membership information.

Quartyard

Quartyard is a dog-friendly urban park and event venue constructed from repurposed shipping containers in the East Village Neighborhood of Downtown San Diego, CA. The venue features an off-leash dog run, beer garden, restaurant, and outdoor stage.

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