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Dog Friendly Activities in Carefree, AZ

There are 62 dog friendly activities within 20 miles of Carefree. 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 Carefree.

Pet Friendly McDowell Sonoran Preserve

McDowell Sonoran Preserve

McDowell Sonoran Preserve

You and Fido are sure to enjoy McDowell Sonoran Preserve in Scottsdale, AZ, which provides plenty of dog-friendly activities. Popular hiking trails include Lost Dog Wash Trailhead and Kovach Family Nature Trail, each one a short half mile walk amongst towering saguaros and barrel cactuses. More adventurous hikers can explore Sunrise Trail East, a steep, rocky trail from which you can enjoy expansive views of Sunrise Peak. Please clean up after your dog and keep them on a leash at all times.

Pet Friendly Thunderbird Conservation Park

Thunderbird Conservation Park

Thunderbird Conservation Park

Thunderbird Conservation Park, a 1,185-acre park in the Hedgpeth Hills, is a conservation area dedicated to preserving the desert environment in Glendale, AZ. It is pet-friendly and park activities include picnicking, hiking, horseback riding, mountain biking, jogging and bird watching. About 15 miles of multi-use, dog-friendly trails have been constructed, thanks to the efforts of many volunteer groups.

Dog Park at Sahuaro Ranch Park

Dog Park at Sahuaro Ranch Park

The dog park at Sahuaro Ranch Park is located just south of the softball complex in Glendale, AZ. There are separate areas for large and small dogs, water fountains, waste stations, and some dog agility equipment. This is a great place to bring your pup for some play time, exercise, and social time with other pups. Be mindful that is closed every Tuesday.

Candle Chemistry

Candle Chemistry

Candle Chemistry is a dog-friendly shop located in Scottsdale, AZ. Visitors to the store can pick out a candle or create a scent of their own. Candle Chemistry allows you to get crafty and make your own candle or bath product right there at the store. Fido is welcome to join in on the fun, but dogs must be kept on a leash.

Blue Wash Trail to Camp Creek Falls

Blue Wash Trail to Camp Creek Falls

Leashed dogs and their owners can explore the pet-friendly Blue Wash Trail to Camp Creek Falls at Tonto National Forest in Cave Creek, AZ. This 2.8-mile out-and-back path features sandy walkways and a gentle incline, leading adventurers into a beautiful waterfall. Owners are encouraged to ensure Fido is comfortable with hikers and fellow four-legged companions, as this trail is highly trafficked by outdoor enthusiasts and horseback riders.

Shaw Butte

Hikers are welcome to take their leashed dogs on hikes up the pet-friendly Shaw Butte in Phoenix, AZ. Shaw Butte is a member of the Phoenix Mountain Preserves and lies directly north of North Mountain. A hike up this preserve offers great views of North Mountain, Piestewa Peak and Lookout Mountain as well as beautiful views of downtown Phoenix. Hikers can choose from a variety of trail difficulties. Phoenix leash laws apply on all hiking trails, and pets must be leashed at all times.

Desert Ridge Marketplace

Desert Ridge Marketplace

The pet-friendly Desert Ridge Marketplace in Phoenix, AZ has something for everyone in its 1.2 million square feet of retail space. For the human kids, there is a splash pad and playground. For the furry ones, there is a PetSmart. The Marketplace is host to live music every Friday and Saturday night, beginning at 6:00 PM. Dogs are welcome, but they must be leashed, and individual stores and restaurants have their own policies on whether or not they allow dogs inside.

Martin Auto Museum

Martin Auto Museum

Need a new profile picture? Head over to the pet-friendly Martin Auto Museum in Phoenix, Arizona to have your photo taken with Fido sitting in a 1966 Corvette Stingray, or maybe a 1915 Model T. There are over 160 classic cars in the museum, all of which were donated from the personal collection of Mel Martin. For a $10 dollar donation, you can touch and sit in all of the cars (aside from two extremely valuable exceptions). Small dogs are allowed in the museum, but they need to be leashed or carried.

Pioneer Living History Museum

Pioneer Living History Museum

You and Fido will find more than 90 acres of history to explore at the pet-friendly Pioneer Living History Museum in Phoenix, AZ. Featuring authentic buildings, historically-accurate reproductions and costumed interpreters, this 1800s town has plenty to see and do. Dogs must be leashed at all times. Be aware that snakes are around during warm months.

RoadRunner Park Farmers' Market

RoadRunner Park Farmers' Market

Bring Fido to the pet-friendly RoadRunner Park Farmers' Market in Phoenix, AZ every Saturday to shop for locally farmed vegetables and fruit, baked goods, honey, jams and jellies, nursery stock, natural pork, beef and fish, and handcrafted items. Well-behaved, leashed dogs are welcome.

Bookmans Entertainment Exchange

Bookmans Entertainment Exchange

Pet-friendly Bookmans Entertainment Exchange in Phoenix, AZ buys, sells and trades used books, music, movies, video games & musical instruments. Well-behaved, leashed dogs are welcome in their stores.

Dreamy Draw Recreation Area

Dreamy Draw Recreation Area

Bring your canine friend to experience the diverse desert landscapes at the pet-friendly Dreamy Draw Recreation Area in Phoenix, AZ, offering everything from fantastic views to secluded valleys. Leashed dogs are permitted on some of the trails within the park, including the pet-friendly Dreamy Draw Nature Trail, but are not permitted at Piestewa Peak.

Dog Park at Desert Vista Park

Fountain Hills, AZ

Dog Park at Desert Vista Park

Bring Fido out to the off-leash dog park at Desert Vista Park in Fountain Hills, AZ. The Dog Park is a 3-acre fenced facility that allows pet owners the opportunity to let their dogs run free. Dogs must be licensed and have proper vaccinations. The Dog Park is divided into two fenced areas, one for larger dogs and the other for smaller canines. The large/active dog area can be accessed from entrances on either Tower Drive or Desert Vista. The small/passive dog area can only be accessed from Tower Drive.

Pinnacle Dog Park

Pinnacle Dog Park

Pinnacle Dog Park is pet-friendly. Unleash your pooch in this fenced space in Phoenix to play freely with other pups in this three acre park that features separate fenced areas for large and small dogs, and a third section that can be rotated into use when other areas need to be closed for maintenance. Amenities also include shade trees, turf and decomposed granite surfaces, drinking fountains, benches and LED lighting. Pinnacle Dog Park is open every day of the week from 5:30am to 11:00pm.

Dog Park at Paradise Valley Park

Dog Park at Paradise Valley Park

The dog park at Paradise Valley Park is located in Phoenix, AZ and features 2.4 acres of grass, two ramadas, tables and benches, drinking fountains, and two separate areas for large and small dogs with double gates.

Harbor Freight Tools

Harbor Freight Tools

Harbor Freight Tools is a pet-friendly store in Glendale, AZ. Small, leashed dogs are welcome to join their owners on the hunt for bargain tools and equipment. Merchandise includes hardware, painting supplies, power tools, automotive supplies, gardening products, and more.

North Mountain

The pet-friendly North Mountain in Phoenix, AZ is an easily accessible mountain and is a member of the Phoenix Mountain Preserve. Your pup is welcome to join you on a summit climb or a hike on an array of trails at all levels of difficulty. Hikers enjoy a great view of the downtown Phoenix skyline. Pets must be kept on a leash at all times. Make sure to bring plenty of water both for yourself and for Fido.

Tom's Thumb Trailhead

Tom's Thumb Trailhead

Take a hike with your dog to Tom’s Thumb in Scottsdale, AZ. There are a variety of pet-friendly trails for different skill levels, but the hardest of the trails is moderate to difficult. While hiking, you may see all sorts of wildlife, but watch out for rattlesnakes! To avoid the crowds and extreme desert heat, try to get there in the early morning. The trailhead has parking and restrooms, but no water, so make sure to pack plenty of water for both you and Fido. Dogs must be leashed at all times.

Gateway Trailhead

Gateway Trailhead

The Gateway Trailhead in Scottsdale, AZ, has a lot of different options for hiking and education. It is pet-friendly and family-friendly. Children can receive a passport at the trailhead and get stamps at other trails in the area to win a prize at the end. There are many different trails to choose from for all skill levels, starting with a kid-friendly 0.5 mile nature trail with educational games and signs along the way. There is plenty of parking at the trailhead, as well as restrooms and water fountains. Make sure you pack plenty of water for yourself as well as for Fido. Dogs must be leashed at all times.

Sunrise Trail

The Sunrise Peak Trail in Scottsdale, AZ is a great trek for more experienced hikers. This pet-friendly totals four miles in length, with a 1,100 foot elevation change. The trail is steep and rocky, and uphill almost the entire way, but when you reach the top, you can see incredible views of the McDowell Mountains and the granite formations in the area. This trail is less crowded than other nearby trails due to the difficulty. There is free parking and a water fountain at the trailhead, but no restrooms. Make sure to pack plenty of water for both yourself and for Fido. All dogs must be leashed.

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