Dog-Friendly Activities in Fountain Hills, AZ

There are 4 dog-friendly activities in Fountain Hills, and 101 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 Fountain Hills.

Pet Friendly Dog Park at Desert Vista Park
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. See Details
Pet Friendly McDowell Mountain Regional Park
McDowell Mountain Regional Park McDowell Mountain Regional Park is a dog-friendly recreational area in Scottsdale, AZ. Bring Fido out to for a day of bonding and exercise. There are over 40 miles of hiking, with range in length from 0.5-miles to 15.3-miles and range in difficulty from easy to strenuous. Those looking for an easy hike should try the North Trail at 3.1-miles. Those looking for a good workout for themselves or their dogs should try the Pemberton at 15.3-miles. All trails are multi-use unless otherwise designated. Be sure to bring plenty of water for both you and Fido. See Details
Cheryl's Cheryl's is a pet-friendly store in Fountain Hills, AZ. Leashed dogs are welcome to come along while you shop for women's and children's clothing. Be sure to keep your pup leashed at all times. See Details
Desert Vista Park Desert Vista Park is a pet-friendly recreation area in Fountain Hills, AZ. The grassy space is expansive with rolling hills and flat spots with shelters, grills, a playground, and a skate park. There is even a dog park that can be accessed from entrances on either Tower Drive or Desert Vista. See Details
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. See Details
Papago Park Dogs are welcome to join you on the trails at the pet-friendly Papago Park in Phoenix. AZ. Enjoy the Sonoran Desert habitat and the sandstone buttes that set this park apart from the other natural attractions in the area. The trails are generally known to be easy treks with little elevation gain, making it the perfect place for families or beginner hikers. Pets must be leashed at all times. See Details
Lost Dutchman State Park With a variety of trails to choose from, several of which lead into the Superstition Wilderness, you and your pup will find plenty of dog-friendly hiking trails to enjoy at Lost Dutchman State Park in Apache Junction, AZ. Some of the guided hikes also permit dogs to join the fun. Dogs must be leashed at all times. See Details
Dog Park at Quail Run Park The dog park at Quail Run Park in Mesa, AZ offers separately fenced areas for timid dogs and more active dogs, along with benches and water fountains for humans and pups. The dog park is closed on Thursdays and daily from 12:00 PM-1:00 PM for cleaning. See Details
Hole-in-the-Rock Trail at Papago Park For a fun day trip only ten minutes from downtown Phoenix, AZ, take a hike on the pet-friendly Hole-in-the-Rock Trail at Papago Park. The hike to the rock is an easy one, suitable for dogs and families, and ends at a fantastic place for a photo opportunity. When you're finished, enjoy a picnic for the whole family by the park’s fishing lagoon. Dogs must be leashed at all times. See Details
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. See Details
Antique Trove Bring Fido to the Antique Trove in Scottsdale, AZ, to shop from the over 140 dealers who set up shop there. With so many different people selling antique and vintage items, you are sure to find something that you will love. During the cooler months, the Antique Trove sets up parking lot sales for even more shops. If you’re planning on being in Scottsdale for a while, stop by more than once, since the stock is constantly rotating. Dogs must be leashed at all times. See Details
Bark Park at Papago Park The Bark Park at Papago Park is an off-leash area for your dog in Tempe, AZ. Bring Fido out for a day of exercise, play, and social time with other pups! It is fully fenced and includes picnic tables, benches, and water access. More tables, a pond, playground and restrooms are outside of the fence in the larger Papago Park. Be sure to bring waste bags. See Details
Tempe Beach Park Leashed dogs are welcome at Tempe Beach Park in Tempe, AZ. The pet-friendly park borders Tempe Town Lake and features five miles of jogging, biking, and walking trails, picnic tables, grills, ramadas, and restrooms. See Details
Cosmo Dog Park Bring Fido out to Cosmo Dog Park in Gilbert, AZ! It has three sections: one area for small or timid dogs, one area with agility equipment, and one area with a pond and "beach" that dogs can enjoy. There are also water hoses and fountains, waste stations, agility equipment, and ramada shelters. See Details
Scottsdale Fashion Square Dogs twelve pounds and under are welcome at the Scottsdale Fashion Square in Scottsdale, AZ, as long as they are carried or pushed around in a stroller. Service dogs, of course, are welcome to walk. This is a higher end mall with 240 shops (and counting), an indoor playground, food court, and movie theater. Bring your walking shoes - you’ll be doing a lot of it. Individual businesses (particularly the movie theater and certain restaurants) reserve the right not to allow dogs in. See Details
Eldorado Park Spend an afternoon at the pet-friendly Eldorado Park in Scottsdale, AZ, which spans over 60 acres with something for everyone in the family. Take Fido for a walk along the greenbelt walking path around the lake. Let the human children play on the playground or go for a dip in the pool. Watch a game of soccer on the recreation fields and then stop for a family picnic at one of the picnic areas. Dogs must be leashed at all times. See Details
Merchant Square Merchant Square is a dog-friendly shopping venue in Chandler, AZ that boasts more than 58,000 square feet of antiques, collectibles, home décor, furniture, lighting, jewelry, vintage and new boutique clothing, antique toys, glassware and much more. They also have a huge outdoor garden area. Leashed dogs are welcome everywhere except inside the café. See Details
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. See Details
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. See Details
Bookmans Mesa Entertainment Exchange Dog-friendly Bookmans Mesa Entertainment Exchange in Mesa, AZ, buys, sells and trades used books, music, movies, video games & musical instruments. Well-behaved, leashed dogs are welcome in all Bookmans stores. See Details
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