Dog Friendly Activities in Sun Lakes, AZ

There are 93 dog friendly activities within 20 miles of Sun Lakes. 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 Sun Lakes.

Pet Friendly Papago Park
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
Pet Friendly Tumbleweed Park
Tumbleweed Park Leashed dogs can enjoy the pet-friendly Tumbleweed Park in Chandler, AZ, with their humans. The park is an expansive area with many different features and activities to choose from. Stroll through the 2,000 square foot butterfly garden, featuring over forty different plant species. The garden is a Monarch way station, where Monarch butterflies come to breed and eat, and it has many informational signs throughout about the lifecycle of a butterfly. There is also a children's 2.5 acre playground as well as a picnic area to enjoy a meal. 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
Dog Park at Margaret T. Hance Park The dog park at Margaret T. Hance Park is the first of its kind in the downtown area of Phoenix, AZ. The park features benches and large shade trees, separately fenced ADA-accessible areas for large and small dogs, decorative wrought iron fencing and chilled water fountains with integrated drinking bowls at ground level for dogs. Come play at Phoenix's first dog park, located in the northwest section of Margaret T. Hance Park between 3rd Ave and 5th Ave. 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
South Mountain Park and Preserve South Mountain Park and Preserve in Phoenix, AZ, has over 51 miles of dog-friendly trails for you and your pup to explore. Not a hiker? Take the Summit Road to Dobbins Lookout for amazing valley views or to Gila Lookout for a view of the Gila River Valley. Once a month, Silent Sunday is observed, a day in which the park's main access roads are reserved for non-motorized uses, and motorized vehicles are not allowed on the roads. Phoenix leash laws apply to all hiking trails, and pets must be leashed at all times. 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
Encanto Park Visit the pet-friendly Encanto Park in Phoenix, AZ with your dog to enjoy a relaxing day in the shade. Explore the various amenities, including a picnic area, playground, grills and fishing lagoon. Take your dog on a walk along the lazy river or enjoy a lazy day with a picnic. Dogs must be on a leash at all times. See Details
Rio Salado Habitat Restoration Area Leashed dogs are welcome to join their humans at the pet-friendly Rio Salado Habitat Restoration Area in Phoenix, AZ as long as they remain on the asphalt trails. Enjoy the views of the river channel, ponds, rocks, flowers, and wildlife, but take away nothing but photos. Phoenix leash laws apply throughout the habitat restoration area. 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
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
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
Arizona Center Visit the pet-friendly Arizona Center situated right in the heart of downtown Phoenix, AZ. Stroll down the sidewalk with your pooch for window shopping or get a bite to eat at one of the restaurants with outdoor seating. For a relaxing getaway in the heart of the city, check out the Center’s garden with walking paths, benches, fountains and lots of welcome shade. Dogs are welcome, but individual restaurants and stores have their own policies on whether or not dogs are allowed inside See Details
Riparian Preserve at Water Ranch Riparian Preserve at Water Ranch is pet-friendly. Bring your leashed pooch along to this natural space for a hike on one of the winding loop trails. The pathways give you the opportunity to witness animals in their natural habitat. Keep dogs on a maximum of a six foot leash at all times to ensure they don't approach wildlife. Don't forget to clean up any mess left behind to preserve the cleanliness of the area. See Details
Cesar Chavez Dog Park Cesar Chavez Dog Park in Phoenix, AZ, features 2.3 acres of grass, separate areas for large and small dogs, and seating areas. Water is also available. See Details
RJ Dog Park at Pecos Park Named for a police dog that died in the line of duty, RJ Dog Park at Pecos Park in Phoenix, AZ is a fantastic place for your dog to play off leash. This fully-fenced dog park offers a total of two grassy acres divided into separately fenced areas for small and large dogs. There are also shaded areas and water fountains in both areas of the park. The park is ADA accessible. Heavy rainfall may result in a temporary closure of the park to allow time for the turf to properly dry. Please call to find out about wet condition closures. See Details
Dog Park at Steele Indian School Park The dog park at Steele Indian School Park in Phoenix, AZ is an off-leash dog park where Fido can enjoy some playtime. The park offers separate areas for large and small dogs as well as ADA-compliant double-gated entrances and pathways and chilled drinking fountains. Waste bag dispensers and trash receptacles are also on site. After heavy rainfall, the dog park may be closed to allow the turf to dry properly. Please call to find out more about wet condition closures. See Details
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