Dog Friendly Activities in Ventura, CA

There are 8 dog friendly activities in Ventura. 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 Ventura.

Pet Friendly Arroyo Verde Park
Arroyo Verde Park Leashed dogs are welcome in Arroyo Verde Park, which is located near Foothill and Day Road in Ventura. The park consists of 132 acres of relatively rugged land with 14 acres of open grass areas, picnic sites, a nature center, hiking trails, restrooms and children’s play areas. See Details
Pet Friendly Camino Real Park
Camino Real Park There is a fenced dog run at this public park where your pet can play off-leash, or they may join you on-leash in the spacious park itself. See Details
Ventura River Trail (Ojai Valley Trail Extension) The Ventura River Trail (Ojai Valley Trail Extension) 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 Ventura! The map below shows a trailhead where you can pick up the Ventura River Trail (Ojai Valley Trail Extension). 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
Ojai Valley Trail The Ojai Valley 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 Ventura! The map below shows a parking area with convenient access to the Ojai Valley 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
Oil Piers Beach Oil Piers Beach is pet-friendly. Bring your dog for a walk along this long stretch of beach in Ventura. Named for the former oil piers in the area, this beach is a great spot to bring your pooch. Dogs are welcome, as long as they are leashed and all mess is cleaned up after them. See Details
Lester Family Cellars Winery and Tasting Room Lester Family Cellars Winery and Tasting Room is pet-friendly. This artisanal craft winery produces a few different varieties of white and red wine. They host events and invite people to taste wine with their dogs by their side on weekends. The tasting room is open weekends from 11am to 5pm. See Details
The Wharf Leashed dog are welcome to join you in The Wharf, a pet-friendly clothing store in Ventura, CA. Present in Ventura for over 60 years, The Wharf carries a vast selection of jeans, workwear, cowboy hats, shoes and western-style clothing and accessories. Shoppers will also find apparel from top brands such as Levi's Wrangler, Carhartt, Filson, Pendleton, Ariat, Keen, Born, Clark, Olukai. See Details
Harmon Canyon Preserve Leashed dogs, on a 6-foot or shorter leash, are permitted in Harmon Canyon Preserve in Ventura, CA. This pet-friendly nature preserve offers miles of hiking and exploring opportunities over hills, through canyons, stream crossings and more. Please note that dogs are only permitted to the turnaround at 1.8 miles. See Details
Rincon Park (County of Santa Barbara) Rincon Park (County of Santa Barbara) is a park on top of the bluffs, with picnic ramadas and a hiking trail. There is also another trail, and also a separate set of stairs which lead down to the beach. Dogs are allowed on the beach North of Rincon Creek. Your pet is welcome to join you at this fun park, as long as they remain on-leash. Dogs are not allowed on the beach South of Rincon Creek (Ventura County). See Details
Silver Strand Beach Silver Strand Beach is a dog-friendly beach in Oxnard, CA. Leashed dogs are welcome on the beach before 9am and after 5pm. See Details
brewLAB Enjoy a specialty craft ale alongside your canine companion at brewLAB. Dogs must be leashed and at brewLAB's outdoor seating during their visit. BrewLAB is an artisanal nano-brewery that serves a range of small-batch beers on tap. See Details
Rose Valley Falls Trail Rose Valley Falls Trail is an easy, 0.75 mile hike in Los Padres National Forest that will take about half an hour to complete with Fido. This dog-friendly trail is great for anyone wanting an easy hike, perhaps to bring along small children. There is only a little bit of bumpy ground with small stream crossings, which may pose a problem for the elderly. It's recommended to bring a towel to clean Fido's paws after the hike. See Details
Camarillo Grove Dog Park Camarillo Grove Dog Park offers fully enclosed off-leash areas for Fido in Camarillo, CA. The entirety of Camarillo Grove Park is off-leash Monday - Friday. On the weekends, dogs are only allowed off-leash in the dog park. The park features a dog drinking fountain, a separate area for small dogs with artificial turf, a toy fire hydrant, and waste bags. Humans will appreciate the picnic table and benches. See Details
Satwiwa Loop Trail at Rancho Sierra Vista/Satwiwa Satwiwa Loop Trail is an easy, 2.5 mile hike in the Santa Monica Mountains National Recreation Area that will take about 1.5 hours to complete with Fido. This picturesque hike is close to the city but will have you feeling like you entered a different world. The trail offers some of the best opportunities around to see roadrunners, prairie falcons, hawks, rabbits, deer, and coyote. The trail is a designated hikers-only trail. See Details
Mission Oaks Park This 20-acre community park has numerous meandering walkways, picnic areas, restrooms, and even a concession stand. Leashed dogs welcome. See Details
Springville Dog Park Springville Dog Park is a 5-acre park with fenced areas for small and large dogs in Camarillo, CA. The park offers shade trees, a dog drinking fountain, waste bags, and a walking path. Human guests will appreciate the leash holders, picnic tables, and benches. There are restrooms near the tennis courts. See Details
Mitchell Edelson Dog Park at Soule Park Mitchell Edelson Dog Park at Soule Park consists of two separate fenced-in play areas, one for large dogs and the other for small dogs weighing under 20 lbs. The enclosure entrance is double- gated, which prevents dogs that are inside the enclosure from escaping when another dog enters the enclosure. There are benches, mature oak tree shade trees, and doggie water fountains. See Details
College Park, Rudy's Dog Park Beautiful dog park with separate sections for large and small dogs. There is also agility equipment for dogs and benches for humans. A wash area is also available for a fee. See Details
Point Mugu State Park Point Mugu State Park, located in the Santa Monica Mountains, features five miles of ocean shoreline with rocky bluffs, sandy beaches, sand dunes, rugged hills and uplands, two major river canyons and wide grassy valleys dotted with sycamores, oaks and a few native walnuts. Leashed pets are welcome throughout the day use areas including campgrounds and day use areas. Pets are not permitted on any backcountry trails or dirt roads. There are more than 70 miles of hiking trails. The beach also features swimming, body surfing and surf fishing. The park includes the jagged pinnacles of the Boney Mountains State Wilderness Area. See Details
Carpinteria State Beach Carpinteria State Beach offers a mile of beach for swimming, surf fishing, tidepool exploring, and camping. Although dogs are not allowed on the beach, there is a great picnic area where they can join you for lunch and to stretch their legs. As far as wildlife goes, seals and sea lions can be seen in the area from December through May, as well as an occasional gray whale. See Details
Majestic Oak Vineyard and Wine Tasting Majestic Oak Vineyard and Wine Tasting is pet-friendly. Bring your pooch along to hang out in their great outdoor area for wine tasting. They offer tasty wines made in California to enjoy. Leashed dogs are welcome outside, but there are two vineyard cats on the property. See Details
Jax’s Windrow Dog Park Jax’s Windrow Dog Park in Oxnard, CA, offers separate fenced play areas for small and large dogs. The off-leash park includes agility equipment. Be sure to bring water for Fido. See Details
Topa Topa Brewing Company Topa Topa Brewing Company is pet-friendly. Come along and drink a delicious beer while your pooch enjoys their very own water bowl. While food is not served at Topa Topa Brewing Company, orders can be placed at Little Sama Ojai, a Korean-fusion joint also on the property. Dogs are welcome in all outdoor spaces. See Details
Hollywood Beach Hollywood Beach is a dog-friendly beach in Oxnard, CA. Leashed dogs are allowed on the beach until 9 a.m. and after 5:00 p.m. See Details