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    Dog Friendly Activities in Vista, CA

    There are 3 dog friendly activities in Vista, and 81 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 Vista.

    Pet Friendly South Buena Vista Park

    South Buena Vista Park

    Vista, CA
    South Buena Vista Park South Buena Vista Park is a large park offering dog-friendly off-leash hours in Vista, CA. The park has shaded areas for wandering in and out of the trees and open spaces for running. There is a doggie drinking fountain and several waste bag stations. For the humans, there are many benches, a basketball court and a fenced-in playground. Check their website for current off-leash hours. See Details
    Pet Friendly Brengle Terrace Park

    Brengle Terrace Park

    Vista, CA
    Brengle Terrace Park Brengle Terrace Park is a dog-friendly park in Vista, CA, where Fido is welcome on a leash. This park features basketball and volleyball courts, a BBQ, picnic tables, a botanical garden, disc golf, playgrounds for children, and more. They also have a recreation center nearby. See Details

    Ebullition Brew Works

    Vista, CA
    Ebullition Brew Works Ebullition Brew Works is a dog-friendly tasting room and music venue in Vista. Fido is welcome to join you both indoors and out while you enjoy tasty craft beers and listen to live bands. Order a pint of the Attaboy Irish Red Ale, and bowl of water for your pup. See Details

    Poinsettia Dog Park

    Carlsbad, CA
    Poinsettia Dog Park Bring your pooch to play at Poinsettia Dog Park located at Poinsettia Community Park in Carlsbad, CA. The park features a 27,700-square-foot off-leash and fenced area with a natural grass surface. The park has separate areas for large dogs small dogs, and each section has agility equipment, drinking fountains, bag dispensers and picnic tables.Additional shaded picnic tables are located outside the dog park’s two sets of double-entry gates. See Details

    Elfin Forest Recreational Reserve

    Escondido, CA
    Elfin Forest Recreational Reserve Elfin Forest Recreational Reserve is a dog-friendly area in Escondido, CA. Your leashed pup is welcome to join you on the 11 miles of trails through the reserve. Along the way, you can stop off at one of the picturesque picnic spots for a bite to eat and enjoy a scenic mountain view. Dogs must remain on a hand-held leash no longer than six feet. See Details

    Live Oak County Park

    Fallbrook, CA
    Live Oak County Park Live Oak County Park in Fallbrook, CA is the city's first off-leash dog park. The area offers more than 3000 square feet of fenced in grassy areas for Fido to run, play and make new friends. The dog park at Live Oak County Park has plenty of shade from mature oak trees, benches, waste stations, water fountains and more. There is a fee for parking. See Details

    Los Penasquitos Canyon Preserve

    San Diego, CA
    Los Penasquitos Canyon Preserve Los Penasquitos Canyon Preserve is a dog-friendly preservation area in San Diego, CA. Leashed dogs are welcome on the trails on leashes no longer than 8-feet long. Scenery in the canyon includes waterfalls, streamside forest, sycamore trees, a freshwater marsh, and wildlife like mule deer, bobcat, coyote and, raccoons. All recreational activities within the Preserve are day-use only and camping is prohibited. See Details

    North Beach

    Del Mar, CA
    North Beach North Beach is a dog-friendly beach in Del Mar, CA. Dogs are allowed off-leash during the off-season, between the day after Labor Day through June 15th. June 16th through Labor Day, during the summer, pups are only allowed off-leash from dawn to 8:00 AM. Otherwise, dogs are still welcome on the beach but must remain leashed. A dog license must be affixed to the collar, and leashes cannot exceed six feet. See Details

    Mount Woodson Trail

    Poway, CA
    Mount Woodson Trail The Mount Woodson trail is a dog-friendly hike in Poway, CA. The trailhead is located on the east side of Lake Poway. The hike to the summit is considered extremely challenging as it contains a 2,000-foot climb in elevation. This eight-mile round-trip hike takes about 3 to 4 hours on average, so be sure to plan and pack accordingly. Fido must stay leashed while hiking. See Details

    Dog Park at Alga Norte Community Park

    Carlsbad, CA
    Dog Park at Alga Norte Community Park Alga Norte Community Park in Carlsbad, CA, features an off-leash dog park divided into areas for larger and smaller dogs. Fido can play with his furry friends here while enjoying the obstacle course-type equipment on a mix of turf and decomposed granite surfaces. Ensure Fido is leashed in the community recreation area until the designated dog park. See Details

    San Elijo Lagoon Ecological Reserve Rios (East) Trail

    Solana Beach, CA
    San Elijo Lagoon Ecological Reserve Rios (East) Trail The Rios (East) Trail is an easy 1.2-mile hike in the San Elijo Ecological Reserve in Solana Beach, CA. This dog-friendly trail runs close to the lagoon and allows one to enjoy wetland plants and birds. This beautiful area is still close to the highway, and parts of it can be muddy. Dogs must be leashed at all times. Find the trailhead at the end of Rios Ave, where you also find on-street parking. See Details

    Iron Mountain Trail

    Poway, CA
    Iron Mountain Trail Iron Mountain Trail is a dog-friendly, moderately easy, 5.75 mile hike in Poway, CA. This hike takes about 2.5 hours to complete with Fido. This is a very popular trail that is clearly marked. If your dog is used to trails it should be okay on his paws, if not you may want to work him up to it. See Details

    Montiel Park

    San Marcos, CA
    Montiel Park Bring Fido for fun at Montiel Park, a dog-friendly community space in San Marcos, CA. The amenities include a basketball court, disc golf course and picnic tables. Fido must stay leashed on the grounds, but an off-leash dog park is on-site. See Details

    San Elijo State Beach

    Cardiff-by-the-Sea, CA
    San Elijo State Beach San Elijo State Beach in Cardiff-by-the-Sea, CA, offers dog-friendly campgrounds, paved roads and trails. Dogs must be on a six-foot leash at all times. Dogs are not permitted on the beach. See Details

    Dog Park at Redhawk Community Park

    Temecula, CA
    Dog Park at Redhawk Community Park Fido will love coming to play off-leash in the dog park at Redhawk Community Park, located in Temecula, CA. The park is a large expansive grassy area where dogs have plenty of space to run and play. Visitors will find several separate enclosed play areas as well as a designated section for smaller breeds. The park has water stations and shaded spaces. See Details

    Encinitas Viewpoint Park

    Encinitas, CA
    Encinitas Viewpoint Park Encinitas Viewpoint Park in Encinitas, CA, is a dog-friendly park that welcomes Fido to play off-leash during designated hours on Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays, and Sundays. Visit the website for the current specified times. See Details

    Maggie Houlihan Memorial Dog Park

    Encinitas, CA
    Maggie Houlihan Memorial Dog Park Maggie Houlihan Memorial Dog Park is located within Encinitas Community Park in Encinitas, CA. This 2-acre dog park features areas for small dogs, timid or first-time dogs, and a large lawn open to all. Dogs must be leashed when walking to and from the designated off-leash area. The park is closed for maintenance on Thursdays from 1:00 PM until 3:00 PM. See Details

    Beach House Winery

    Oceanside, CA
    Beach House Winery Beach House Winery is a dog-friendly, award-winning winery in Oceanside, CA. Relax outside with Fido and a glass of wine produced on site, and enjoy the ocean and panoramic views of San Diego County. Or, grab a seat at the bar in their beautiful tasting room to sample the wines. See Details

    Guajome Regional Park

    Oceanside, CA
    Guajome Regional Park Guajome Park is a dog-friendly park in Oceanside, CA, located 8 miles from the Pacific Ocean. Walk the 4.5 miles of light trafficked trails that run throughout the diverse Southern California habitats such as woodlands, chaparral, wetlands and mixed grasslands. There are also two day-use areas with playgrounds, a basketball court, restrooms and lots of green lawn space perfect for picnicking. Dogs must be leashed at all times. There is a parking fee for day-use hours. See Details

    Belle Marie Winery

    Escondido, CA
    Belle Marie Winery Bell Marie Winery in Escondido, CA, provides a very dog-friendly atmosphere where you can enjoy fabulous wines. This family-owned winery offers plenty of sunny and shaded areas where your pup can join you in unwinding. Feel free to bring along a picnic or snacks and enjoy on the grounds. See Details
    Vista, CA, US