Dog-Friendly Activities in Sierra Madre, CA

Leashed pets are welcome to join their owners on the Mt. Wilson Trail! This pet-friendly path is six miles long, begins in Sierra Madre, CA, and ends at 2N45 (Mt. Wilson Toll Road). Ensure you and Fido are prepared for this hike with water and other necessities!

Sierra Madre Dog Park at Sierra Vista Park is a small, fenced recreation area known for being well-kept and friendly! Fido will love playing and socializing off-leash with his furry friends in this open space located on the west side of the community park in Sierra Madre, CA.

Cerritos Sculpture Garden is a dog-friendly, small and spacious sculpture garden on the same grounds as Cerritos Civic Center in Cerritos, CA. Leashed dogs are welcome to explore the area with you, which was designed to showcase up to 20 pieces of public art.

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.

Mount Lowe Railroad Trail 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 Altadena! The map below shows a trailhead where you can pick up the Mount Lowe Railroad Trail. 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.

The pet-friendly Lake Hollywood Park in Los Angeles, CA, is where the locals bring their dogs for playtime and socialization under the Hollywood sign. There are signs stating that dogs should be kept on a leash, and rangers do visit to enforce these rules.

Leashed pets are welcome to enjoy the plentiful offerings of this 124-acre park which also feature a grove of coastal redwood. The developed areas include expansive grassy areas perfect for picnicking, two fishing piers, and a facility for sports. The undeveloped area features a nature trail through the redwoods--a perfect walk for amateur naturalists, birdwatchers, and hikers.

Lacy Park is a beautiful 30-acre recreation area located in the center of San Marino, CA. It has open green spaces and two walking loops: an inner loop of approximately 3/4 mile and an outer loop of about 1 mile. Well-behaved dogs are welcome with their owners, provided they are on a leash and picked up after.

Leash up your pup for a stroll down Hollywood's Walk of Fame in West Hollywood, CA, learning more about the celebrities honored by each star. If you're lucky, or plan ahead, you and Fido might even be able to catch an induction ceremony. Please keep your dog leashed at all times.

Leashed dogs are welcome on the pet-friendly paths around Echo Park Lake in East Los Angeles, CA. The park also has picnic tables and pedal boats.

Bring your furry friend to play off-leash at the South Gate Dog Park in the southwest corner of Hollydale Regional Park in South Gate, CA. This park features an agility course and a fenced space for pups to socialize. Access the park via the Century Boulevard entrance. See their website for a complete list of park rules and regulations.

Mount Hollywood Trail is an easy, dog-friendly, 3-mile hike in Griffith Park in Los Angeles, CA. While you and your leashed pup hike this trail, you will see breathtaking views of the Hollywood sign and the Los Angeles Basin. You will also enjoy the scenery as you look at the San Gabriels or the ocean. The trail can be accessed by parking at the Griffith Observatory or the Ferndell Trail in Los Feliz.

The dog-friendly Eaton Canyon Natural Area Park and Nature Center is located at the base of the San Gabriel Mountains. A hike with your leashed pup through this conveniently-located public Pasadena, CA park is rewarded with the site of a beautiful waterfall. Be sure to bring water and other necessities to keep you and Fido cool during your time outdoors!

Hollyridge Trail is one of the many paths in Griffith Park that leads to the iconic Hollywood sign. Hike with your favorite furry friend along this pet-friendly 3.5-mile trail in Los Angeles, CA. You'll make your way to the summit of Mount Lee, which features gorgeous views of the sign and the city below.

Arlington Garden is a three-acre garden on Caltrans-owned land. It is leased to the City of Pasadena and entrusted by the city to Arlington Garden in Pasadena. This garden is not only friendly to people and pets, but also exists as a refuge for Pasadena’s native fauna. Birds, bees, and butterflies are particularly abundant and can be seen throughout the year. Arlington Garden is open 8 am to 6 pm every day of the year, no charge.

Whittier Narrows Recreation Area is pet friendly! This 1,492-acre park is located in the City of South El Monte, CA, and is one of Los Angeles County’s largest and most popular recreation areas. Bring your pooch along on a leash to explore the trail around the water. The park is located on both sides of the Pomona Freeway at Rosemead Boulevard and Santa Anita Avenue. Dog owners are reminded to clean up after their pups.

Fido can enjoy time off-leash at Garvey Paws Dog Park, located within pet-friendly Garvey Park in Rosemead, CA. This fenced dog park features a separate small dog section, climbing and agility equipment, water stations, benches, shade and plenty of parking. Please remember to leash your pup outside of the dog park.

The dog-friendly Crescenta Valley Community Regional Park is located in Glendale, CA! This recreation area features many amenities including a dog park, children's playgrounds, basketball courts, baseball and softball diamonds, soccer fields, walking trails, picnic shelters and much more! Dogs must be leashed until entering the designated off-leash dog park.

Outdoor enthusiasts are invited to visit the dog-friendly Lower Arroyo Park in Pasadena, CA. This natural preserve features 70 acres of land with a range of activities for owners and their pups to participate in, including an archery range, walking paths, a pond, park benches and more. Dogs must be leashed.

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.