Dog-Friendly Activities in Pleasanton, CA

There are 8 dog-friendly activities in Pleasanton. 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 Pleasanton.

Pet Friendly Ken Mercer Sports Park
Ken Mercer Sports Park Ken Mercer Sports Park in Pleasanton, CA is pet-friendly. This community recreation complex offering various athletic fields, skate parks, a roller hockey rink and more. You and Fido can hit up one of the walking trails in the park. See Details
Pet Friendly Cubby's Dog Park
Cubby's Dog Park Cubby's Dog Park is a 1.5 acre off-leash area for Fido which honors Pleasanton Police Department’s K9 officer Cubby. Located in Pleasanton, CA, this dog-friendly park has two fully fenced spaces for small and large dogs, drinking fountains, shade structures and agility apparatus. See Details
Muirwood Community Park Muirwood Community Park is dog-friendly park in Pleasanton, CA. This park features acres of walking tracks, hiking trails, basketball courts, playgrounds, a dog park, and outdoor grills. Your dog is welcome on the hiking trails, walking track, dog park, and picnicking areas. Dogs are not allowed on the basketball courts or playgrounds. See Details
Woodworking - Create a Pen Using a Lathe 'Woodworking - Create a Pen Using a Lathe' is a pet-friendly Airbnb Experience hosted by Sean. If your pup is friendly with other dogs, as the host has two onsite, then he is welcome to sit with you at this workshop where you will learn how to make a pen from a block of wood, by turning it on a wood lathe. Your host will give you an overview of safety with the machines and demonstrate what to do. Each participant to make one slim-style pen. No experience required. Please note that the machines are very noisy. The experience lasts 2 hours and can accommodate up to 3 guests ages 12 and up. Rates start at $75 per person. See Details
Tehan Falls Loop Tehan Falls Loop is a pet-friendly trail in Pleasanton, CA. This trail is open year around and is great for hiking and birding. The starting and ending point of the trail is located on private property. However, the City of Pleasanton allows for access to the trails. Leashed dogs are welcome to join you as you hike this moderately challenging trail. See Details
Dog Bar Dog Bar is an innovative indoor space to play and connect with your dog in Pleasanton, CA. They have indoor dog runs, a bar with drinks for dogs, photobooths, a gift shop, birthday parties, holiday parties, and more! It's a great place to hang out with your dog and meet other dog parents. See Details
Augustin Bernal Park Augustin Bernal Park is a pet-friendly recreational area in Pleasanton, CA. This 237-acre open space features hiking, biking and equestrian trails. A leashed Fido is welcome to join you as you explore the beautiful scenery of this park. See Details
Bark on the Boardwalk Photobooth Exhibit for Dogs Come experience the one and only immersive exhibit for DOGS at Dog Bar in Pleasanton, CA crafted in partnership with the amazing creativity of Blaire Fujimoto of Freshly Fuji. Reminisce on summer days at the beach boardwalk with 5 adorably themed rooms, each paired with a themed treat! Your pup gets to sniff, search, eat, and explore their way through the rooms, play in a prize room full of toys, and gets a free drink at the bar at the end of their experience! Appointments can be made conveniently online. See Details
Arizona Cactus Garden The Arizona Cactus Garden is a pet-friendly botanical garden located inside Stanford University in Palo Alto, CA. Fido is welcome to join as you tour the grounds, but please note that there are no boundaries around the cacti. Guests can expect to see a variety of unusual plants, including Cholla, Prickly Pear, several types of Aloes and more. See Details
Dr. Aurelia Reinhardt Redwood Regional Park Dr. Aurelia Reinhardt Redwood Regional Park is a dog-friendly recreational area in Oakland, CA. You and Fido can wander down the trails lined by impressive redwoods. Please note that entry for all, including dogs, require a fee. See Details
Leona Canyon Open Space Regional Preserve Leona Canyon Open Space Regional Preserve in Oakland, CA, offers 290 acres of natural space for you to enjoy some exercise with your pup. This pet-friendly preserve welcomes you and your leashed dog to explore the Leona Trail, which runs through gorgeous wooded canyons along Rifle Range Creek. Please note that dogs and people are not allowed in the creek or on the banks as the creek is a protected area. See Details
Newhall Park Paw Patch Newhall Park Paw Patch is a fenced dog park where Fido can enjoy some off-leash exercise in Concord, CA. The Paw Patch is closed one day per week for maintenance, so check the city website prior to visiting. Dogs over 30 lbs are not permitted in the smaller dog area at any time. Use of the larger dog area is limited to a maximum of 30 dogs at a time. Be sure to bring water, and remember to clean up any mess left behind. Pets must be current on all vaccinations, non-destructive, and leashed outside of the off-leash area. See Details
Black Diamond Railroad Trail Black Diamond Railroad Trail in Antioch, CA, 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 dog-friendly "rail-trail" is now a great place to walk Fido in Antioch! The map below shows a parking area with convenient access to the Black Diamond Mines Regional Perserve. 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
The Ruth Bancroft Garden The Ruth Bancroft Garden is a dog friendly, one-of-a-kind garden featuring an outstanding collection of drought-tolerant plants, plus a retail nursery that specializes in similar plants. The Garden also houses important collections of aloes, agaves, yuccas, and echeverias. Whether you’re looking for a breath of fresh air, inspiration, or a fun day with loved ones, the Garden is the perfect getaway. Each season offers something new among the largest collection of succulents from around the world. Please ensure Fido is kept on a leash at all times. See Details
Lake Chabot Regional Park Lake Chabot Regional Park in Castro, Valley, CA is a busy dog-friendly park packed with fun activities, from fishing to running trails. Pets are welcome to join you on-leash in designated areas. There's an entrance fee per dog, and guide or service dogs may enter for free. Swimming is not permitted at the park. See Details
Sugarloaf Open Space Sugarloaf Open Space in Walnut Creek, CA is dog-friendly. This popular recreational space offers 2,000 acres of grasslands with multi-use trails, picnicking, an amphitheater and group camping by reservation. See Details
Las Trampas Wilderness Regional Preserve Las Trampas Wilderness Regional Preserve is a dog-friendly recreation area in San Ramon, CA. The more than 5700 acres includes hiking trails, picnic areas, historic sites and more. Please bring your own water as the park's water supply is inconsistent. See Details
Sycamore Grove Regional Park Dogs are welcome at Sycamore Grove Regional Park, a wine country public park in Livermore, CA. The pet-friendly trails follow winding streams through fields and woodlands, and Fido can join you as long as they are on a leash. The park itself spans a massive 847-acres and includes hiking, biking, walking, and jogging sections of trails. See Details
Pleasanton Ridge Regional Park Pleasanton Ridge Regional Park is a dog-friendly recreational area in Sunol, CA. The preserve features more than 9000 acres of woodlands for you and Fido to explore. Hop on one of the hiking trails and enjoy views of Pleasanton and Livermore Valleys. See Details
NewBark Dog Park NewBark Dog Park in Newark, CA, offers agility equipment, double-gate portals, drinking fountains, seating areas with shade and more. The 1-acre park is located within Newark Community Park and features a smaller area for dogs under 30 lbs. Dog handlers are limited to two dogs under their care and are reminded to clean up any mess that is left behind. See Details
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