Dog Friendly Activities in Monterey, CA

There are 14 dog friendly activities in Monterey. 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 Monterey.

Pet Friendly Monterey Bay Whale Watch
Monterey Bay Whale Watch Share a one-of-a-kind whale watching experience with your canine companion aboard one of the dog-friendly Monterey Bay Whale Watch boats. Open year-round, this tour company has the area's highest success rate for whale and dolphin sightings. Piloted by captains with over 20 years of experience, each boat trip is led by knowledgeable and experienced marine biologists. Sightings are dependent on the season but include Gray, Humpback, Killer and Blue Whales, dolphins, porpoises, sea otters, seals, and sea lions. See Details
Pet Friendly Monterey State Beach
Monterey State Beach The section of Monterey State Beach which lies south of the Monterey Tides Hotel is dog friendly. Fido must be leashed while you explore this beautiful stretch of coastline in Monterey, CA. When enjoying a casual stroll along the sand or in the surf, please be mindful of other beachgoers with dogs, and families with small children. Dogs are not permitted on the beach extending north of the Monterey Beach Hotel resort. See Details
Escape Room 831 Escape Room 831, located in Monterey, CA, is a "sixty-minute, adrenaline-fueled adventure" that tests your ability to team up and work together to solve problems. Fido is welcome to join you at this pet-friendly establishment while you work to solve clues in order to escape! See Details
Cannery Row With its picturesque charm and colorful history, dog-friendly Cannery Row in Monterey, CA, captivates visitors from all over the world. The unique appeal of this fabled street is what makes Cannery Row the most popular vacation destination on California’s Central Coast. With luxurious waterfront hotels, enticing restaurants and captivating boutiques, Cannery Row is the ideal place to soak up the culture and beauty of Monterey Bay. Leashed dogs are welcome to walk this famous street. See Details
Monterey Bay Coastal Recreation Trail The Monterey Bay Coastal Recreation 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 Monterey! The map below shows a parking area with convenient access to the 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. See Details
Jacks Peak Park Jacks Peak Park is a dog-friendly woodland park near Monterey, CA, which welcomes leashed pets. Bring Fido and explore hiking trails extending over 8 miles through cathedral-like forests. Traverse the Skyline Self-Guided Nature Trail to the summit of Jacks Peak and admire breathtaking ridge top vistas. The park is a popular destination for hiking, horseback riding, photography, nature viewing and picnicking. See Details
Dust Bowl Brewing Co Tap Depot Dust Bowl Brewing Co. Tap Depot is pet-friendly. This Monterey brewery and taproom offers visitors the chance to fill up their growlers in a former train depot. Dogs are welcome on the outdoor patio, where you can grab a bite to eat from one of the rotating food trucks. They are open every day of the week from 11am to 10pm. See Details
Del Monte Beach Leashed dogs are welcome to join you at the laid back, family- and dog-friendly Del Monte Beach in Monterey, CA. The beach is an extension of Monterey State Beach. Sometimes waves can be dangerous, so be careful if you decide to enjoy the surf. No lifeguards are on duty. See Details
Magical Monterey Scavenger Hunt 'Magical Monterey Scavenger Hunt' is a pet-friendly Airbnb Experience hosted by Kat & Alan. First, receive instructions and warm up for the event. Then, depart with your dog on a whistle-stop tour of the sights and sounds of the city. Take part in fun activities and complete clues along the way. The experience lasts 2 hours and can accommodate up to 30 guests of all ages. Rates start at $25 per person. See Details
Ghost Tour of Old Monterey Dogs under 40 lbs are welcome aboard the Ghost Trolley for the Ghost Tour of Old Monterey! Visit the oldest church in California, Monterey's historic cemetery, and historic and recent sighting locations on this guided tour. Well-behaved, leashed pets under the weight limit are welcome on the tour as long as other tour-goers are not afraid of dogs and the dog is not disruptive. See Details
The Original Monterey Walking Tours Think you’ve been there and done that in Monterey? Why not get away from the crowds and enjoy Monterey up close and on foot, with the Original Monterey Walking Tours?

These guided tours of Monterey are entertaining, highly rated, fun for all ages and have earned us the TripAdvisor Certificate of Excellence five years in a row!

Our Historic Monterey walking tours take you on your personal Path of History as we explore the Cradle of California – from the Spanish explorers to California statehood to the 21st century. Hear the stories of the old adobes, the buildings of Monterey State Historic Park, and the lives of the early residents. The Original Monterey Walking Tours will send you home with a new appreciation of life in old California.

Cannery Row walking tours will return us to the days along the Monterey waterfront and Cannery Row when we were “the Sardine Capital of the World”. See Ocean View Boulevard in the heyday of the 1930’s, watch the sea otters and visit the places and meet the people made famous by John Steinbeck.
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Mad Dogs & Englishmen Bike Shop Mad Dogs & Englishmen is a unique bike shop located in Monterey, CA. They specialize in high-end bicycles and dog accessories "for biking with your best friend." Electric bikes can be rented for the day that include dog-friendly sidecars and trailers. See Details
El Estero Dog Park This off-leash Monterey dog park has all the trimmings -- shade, benches, mulched ground, separate small dog area, and even a fire hydrant. See Details
Garland Ranch Regional Park Dog-friendly Garland Ranch Regional Park is a gorgeous park in Carmel, CA, with the Carmel River running through it. Dogs are allowed off-leash in certain areas, including in the river and on selected trails (not the horse trails). Atop the northern crest of the Santa Lucia Mountains, the trails encounter open oak savannas and spectacular vistas. Along the way, you will travel through maple-filled canyons, dense oak woodlands, and thick stands of chaparral. There are trails for nearly all abilities, from beginner to advanced hiker. Trail maps can be found at the park's visitor center. The park is open dawn until dusk. See Details
Carmel Beach Carmel Beach in California is a beautiful beach with the happiest dogs on the planet! You'll see every shape, size, and age, running in the dog-friendly sugar sand and splashing in the aquamarine surf. Public restrooms and a public telephone are available at the Ocean Avenue end of Carmel Beach. See Details
Mad Dogs & Englishmen Mad Dogs & Englishmen is a unique, dog-friendly bike shop located in the heart of Carmel-by-the-Sea. It specializes in high end bicycles and dog accessories "for biking with your best friend." Electric bikes can be rented for the day that include pup-friendly sidecars and trailers. See Details
17-Mile Drive Bring your canine companion along for the ride on the 17-Mile Drive from Pacific Grove to Pebble Beach. 17-Mile Drive is a popular coastal landmark, providing opportunities to visit legendary, pet-friendly sites while enjoying breathtakingly beautiful scenery. Some of California's most well-known landmarks can be found on this toll road including The Lone Cypress, Cypress Point Lookout, Spanish Bay and Carmel Bay. Gates are open to the public from sunrise to sunset. Motorcycles are prohibited. Upon payment of your entry fee at any of the five entry gates into Pebble Beach, you will receive a helpful brochure detailing the many scenic and historic points of interest along the route which also serves as a perfect souvenir. See Details
Asilomar State Beach Bring Fido, on a leash, to enjoy the beauty of coastal California at this popular destination. Asilomar State Beach in Pacific Grove, CA, is a narrow, one-mile strip of sandy beach and rocky coves. A one-mile coast walking trail - the Asilomar Coast Trail - is open to pedestrians. Explore the forest, the coast or the Dune Boardwalk with your pup and enjoy the day spent surrounded by the delights of nature. Dogs are permitted on the state beach and the coast trail, but must be leashed at all times and be in the immediate control of the handler. See Details
Carmel River State Beach Dogs are allowed on leash at Carmel River State Beach in Carmel, CA. This mile-long, dog-friendly beach features a bird sanctuary in a lagoon. Monastery Beach, also known as San Jose Creek Beach, is part of the park and is popular with scuba divers. Swimmers need to be careful in the water because it can become choppy and dangerous. For opening times and unexpected closures, please call the Carmel River State Beach or check their website. See Details
Lynn Rip Van Winkle Open Space Lynn Rip Van Winkle Open Space is a dog-friendly area between Pacific Grove and Pebble Beach. Above Asilomar State Beach, the park is open at all times. Dog poop bags are available and free in the parking lot. See Details
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