Dog Friendly Activities in Capitola, CA

There are 2 dog friendly activities in Capitola, and 46 more nearby. 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 Capitola.

Pet Friendly Walk and Sip Capitola Village
Walk and Sip Capitola Village 'Walk and Sip Capitola Village' is a pet-friendly Airbnb Experience hosted by Laura. You and your pup will take a walking tour of this charming village, learning about its history and architecture along the way. Discover hidden streets and paths and end with sampling local wine. Please note that if bringing a dog, you will miss the first part of tour inside the restaurant due to the venue not being dog friendly. Please contact host prior to booking to make aware. The experience lasts 2.5 hours and can accommodate up to 8 guests ages 21 and up. Dress in layers as the weather can vary from chilly to warm. Please notify host in advance if you have any food allergies so host can try to accommodte. Rates start at $85 per person. See Details
Pet Friendly Watercolor Ocean Art with Earth Friendly Paint
Watercolor Ocean Art with Earth Friendly Paint 'Watercolor Ocean Art with Earth Friendly Paint' is a pet-friendly Airbnb Experience hosted by Anastasiya. Join your host for a hands-on watercolor painting lesson and create a masterpiece to take home with you. Well-behaved dogs are welcome to enjoy this experience on a leash. The experience lasts 2 hours and can accommodate up to 10 guests ages 12 and up. Rates start at $50 per person. See Details
Bargetto Winery Bargetto Winery is a certified sustainable and dog-friendly winery in Soquel, CA. They offer a wide selection of reds, whites and reserves for visitors to try. Leashed dogs are welcome to join their humans in the Creekside Courtyard. Please note that the availability of this space is subject to capacity limits, seasonality and private reservation. Guests are encouraged to call to confirm availability prior to visiting. Reservations are required on weekends. See Details
New Brighton State Beach Leashed dogs are welcome to feel the sand beneath their paws at New Brighton State Beach, a pet-friendly coastal area in Capitola, CA. The strip of beach is lined with pine & oak trees, and offers beautiful bay views. Open to the public between sunrise and sunset, you and Fido are free to explore the length of the beach. Dogs must remain on a leash and be accompanied by their owner at all times. See Details
Frederick Street Park Frederick Street Park in Santa Cruz, CA, welcomes Fido to enjoy some exercise at this community park that features a fenced dog area. Enjoy a picnic afterwards at tables overlooking the nearby harbor. Pets should be supervised at all times and cleaned up after. Dogs must be leashed when outside of the fenced area. See Details
Twin Lakes State Beach Twin Lakes State Beach is a dog-friendly beach in Santa Cruz, CA. Leashed pets are welcome. There are nearby outdoor showers and restrooms for your convenience. See Details
Seabright State Beach Leashed dogs are welcome at the dog-friendly Seabright State Beach in Santa Cruz, CA. Parking is available in the neighborhoods surrounding the beach. Restrooms and outdoor showers can be found at the east end of the beach. See Details
Seacliff State Beach Known for its fishing pier and concrete freighter, The SS Palo Alto, Seacliff State Beach is a dog-friendly spot to enjoy the sea air alongside Fido. Dogs must be on a leash no longer than six feet and attended by their owner. There is a day-use fee for vehicles. See Details
Venture Quest Head out onto Monterey Bay with your favorite furry friend with a kayak rental or tour from Venture Quest, a dog-friendly adventure company in Santa Cruz, CA. Fido is welcome on kayak rentals and private tours of the wharf. See Details
Soquel Vineyards Leashed dogs are allowed in outdoor spaces at Soquel Vineyards, a pet-friendly winery in Soquel, CA, where you can enjoy a variety of wines. The seasonal Library Tasting area is located outside on the upper patio overlooking the Monterey Bay. Reservations are not required, but are appreciated. See Details
Rio Del Mar Beach Fido can play in the sand and watch the surfers with you at Rio Del Mar Beach, a pet-friendly beach in Aptos, CA. Dogs are allowed on leashes no longer than 6 feet. See Details
Its Beach Its Beach is a dog-friendly beach in Santa Cruz, CA. Your favorite canine will love a romp on this lovely beach, where they're welcome to join you as long as they remain on leash. See Details
The Forest of Nisene Marks State Park The Forest of Nisene Marks State Park in Aptos, CA, is dog friendly. This redwood forest is home to trees that stretch up to 2,600 feet into the sky above. Although logging felled thousands of trees that once stood in the area, many new trees are starting to grow back to cover the land that lay bare for so long. Dogs are only allowed on Aptos Creek Fire Road and the four single-track trails below the steel bridge. Unfortunately, dogs are prohibited beyond the gate at the Porter picnic area parking lot. See Details
Pogonip Open Space Leashed dogs are allowed to explore parts of the pet-friendly Pogonip Open Space in Santa Cruz, CA. Pogonip features approximately 11.5 miles of trails. Dogs are not allowed on all trails, as some are in sensitive habitats. In dog-friendly areas, owners must clean up after their pet and keep them leashed. For information on where Fido is allowed, check out the trail map on Pogonip's official website. See Details
West Cliff Drive Bring Fido for a hike along West Cliff Drive, a pet-friendly trail in Santa Cruz, CA. This 3-mile one-way, walking and biking path along the Pacific Ocean starts at the Santa Cruz Municipal Wharf, winds past the iconic Santa Cruz Dream Inn, Steamer Lane, and Lighthouse Point, and ends at Natural Bridges State Beach. Please keep Fido leashed. See Details
Hiking the Gem of Santa Cruz 'Hiking the Gem of Santa Cruz' is a pet-friendly Airbnb Experience hosted by Dianne. Hike through a forest with a knowledgeable guide and Fido by your side. Leashed dogs are welcome, as long as owners clean up any mess left behind. The experience lasts 3 hours and can accommodate up to 8 guests ages 10 and up. Please bring your own water bottle and sturdy hiking shoes. Rates start at $25 per person. See Details
University Terrace Dog Run Fido can run and play off leash at University Terrace Dog Run, a pet-friendly, fenced dog park in Santa Cruz, CA. Leashed dogs are allowed in the other areas of the park. See Details
Polo Grounds Dog Park Polo Grounds Dog Park in Aptos, CA is a fenced park with a small dog area, fountains, benches, and a double-gated entry. Fido will love playing off-leash in this small community park. See Details
Natural Bridges State Beach Dogs are welcome in the parking lots and picnic areas at the pet-friendly Natural Bridges State Beach in Santa Cruz, CA. Pets are not permitted to use any of the trails or the beach itself. The area is home to shore birds, migrating whales, seals, and otters. See Details
Scotts Valley Bark Park Scotts Valley Bark Park is a popular place for pups to visit in Scotts Valley, CA. There are two large, separate areas; one for small dogs, and another for large dogs. The park has lots of toys, water dishes, and a play pool for the pooches. It is located in the Skypark Complex, next to soccer fields and a playground (for your non-canine family members). See Details
Capitola, CA, US