Dog Friendly Tours in California

Taking the dog out for a walk takes on a new meaning when you’re on vacation in California. After all, there are tons of sights to see, and smell, around every corner. Browse our dog friendly tours in California below for the scoop on self-guided walks, driving tours, and group tours that both you and your dog are sure to enjoy.

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 Roaring Camp Railroads
Roaring Camp Railroads Roaring Camp Railroads offers dog-friendly train rides in Felton, CA, through the California Redwoods. Located just a few miles from Santa Cruz, you and Fido can climb aboard an authentic 19th century steam train for a trip through the magnificent redwood forest. As you travel along the historic, winding narrow-gauge track to the summit of Bear Mountain, the conductor will entertain you with the history of the railroad and its locomotives, which were once used to haul giant redwood logs out of the forest. Tours are offered daily and departure times vary by season. See Details
Skunk Train Bring Fido aboard the Skunk Train which begins its route in Fort Bragg, CA. This world-famous, dog-friendly attraction will appeal to railroad and history buffs, nature lovers and anyone else who would enjoy a ride through old-growth redwood groves. Dogs are welcome throughout the train, both in the open and closed carriages. The Pudding Creek Express can be enjoyed year-round, whereas the Wolf Tree Turn route is available seasonally. A canine ticket is necessary for four-legged passengers, and reservations are recommended. See Details
Eberle Winery Offering complimentary wine tastings and public tours of its production facility and 16,000 square feet of underground wine caves, Eberle Winery is dog-friendly! Dogs must be on a leash during their visit. The Winery features a scenic deck that overlooks the thirty-eight-acre estate vineyard and Santa Lucia Mountains. Fido can look on as their owner plays bocce ball and cornhole. Eberle serves premium white and red wines. See Details
Aqua Adventures Aqua Adventures is a dog-friendly tour and rental company in San Diego, CA. Take your pup kayaking or on an SUP on Mission Bay in San Diego. Stop for a run on Fiesta Island and bring a picnic to make a fun beach day for the whole family! Lily and Juanita will give your pooch some tips and show you how it's done. See Details
SUP Pups SUP Pups in San Diego, CA, offers you and Fido the ultimate dog-friendly adventure. You and your dog can learn the basics and techniques of stand-up paddleboarding together with a certified instructor. Private lessons are one hour and include board rental, plus doggie and human life jackets. See Details
Fun Zone Boat Company Your pup is welcome to join for a dog-friendly tour of Newport Beach, CA, from the water on a Fun Zone Boat Company harbor cruise. Watch the sea lions frolic and enjoy sights of celebrity homes as you cruise on the 45-minute or 90-minute harbor tours. Just leash up your dog and make sure she is comfortable on the water, and you both will have an unforgettable time. See Details
Bay Cruisers Located next to the volcanic plug, Morro Rock in Morro Bay, Bay Cruisers is a dog-friendly boat rental and cruise company. You and seven friends can jump on board one of the small cruisers and take yourselves for a ride around the bay, no experience is needed to master the easy to use boats. Boat rentals start at $100 for an hour, and Fido is welcome for a $10 pet fee. See Details
Blue & Gold Fleet Bay Cruises Leashed pups are welcome to join you on the dog-friendly, one-hour Bay Cruise Adventure and the "Escape from the Rock" tours which take in gorgeous views of the bridges, piers, and Alcatraz in San Francisco, CA. Dog owners are responsible for their pup and must keep Fido on a leash or in an approved carrier at all times while on board. Failure to do so is grounds for removal. Please note that animals are not allowed on Angel Island. See Details
Eco Boat Rentals Eco Boat Rentals is a dog-friendly activity in San Diego, CA. They offer hydro-cycle boats and pedal kayaks in San Diego Bay. They also provide different sizes of life vests for dogs. Leashed pups are welcome. See Details
Next Level Sailing Whale Watching Watch the magnificent marine mammals with your pup on Next Level Sailing Whale Watching in San Diego, CA. They offer pet-friendly private charters and public individual opportunities to sail on the historic 139-foot schooner America, the magnificent replica of the famous vessel. Upon booking your ticket through their website, a button will appear to select the number of dogs joining you. Please note they limit the number of four-legged members per trip. See Details
Columbia State Historic Park Columbia State Historic Park in Columbia, CA is pet-friendly. Dogs are welcome to join their owners at this historic gold rush town, but are not allowed inside buidlings. Made into a state park in 1945, you can stroll the streets and imagine the inhabitants going about their day to day lives during the gold rush. 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
Cerritos Sculpture Garden Cerritos Sculpture Garden is a dog-friendly, small and spacious sculpture garden on the same grounds as Cerritos Civic Center in Cerritos, CA. Leashed dogs are welcome to explore the area with you, which was designed to showcase up to 20 pieces of public art. See Details
Snow Play and Hot Cocktails Big Bear 'Snow Play and Hot Cocktails Big Bear' is a pet-friendly Airbnb Experience hosted by Amber. The only thing better than a hike around Big Bear Lake is one with cocktails. The Baileys and coffee provided by your host will warm you up during this short snowy hike and snow play. Bring your own sleds to enjoy along the way. This experience is the perfect chance to take photos for your next Christmas card with Fido. The experience lasts 1.5 hours and can accommodate up to 10 guests of all ages. Rates start at $40 per person. See Details
Dog-Friendly Wine Tours Fido is welcome on private Dog-Friendly Wine Tours conducted by a professional dog trainer who will pick you and your dog up for a tour of Napa or Sonoma Valley. Enjoy visiting personally-selected wineries or have your guide give you some insider secrets on the best local wineries to put on your itinerary. See Details
Sunset Kidd Sailing Cruises Dogs love to sail too! Bring your furry friend along anytime for any of our daily cruises that depart from beautiful Santa Barbara Harbor. Enjoy a true sailing experience aboard our 41 ft. sailing yacht. Trips range from 1.5 to 2.5 hours and private charters are also available. Reservations are required. See Details
Golden Rooster Transportation & Wine Tours Full service transportation company with a focus on Wine tasting tours, and airport transfers. Serving Santa Barbara airport, Los Angeles Airport, Burbank Airport among others. Offers Private winery tours in Santa Barbara, Santa Ynez valley, Buellton, Solvang, and Los Olivos. See Details
Breakaway Tours, Dog-Friendly Wine Tours Breakaway Tours offers canines and their companions the chance to explore San Luis Obispo Wine Country in style. The dog-friendly tour group picks up dog owners and their leashed pets from their local lodging and takes them, in private, air-conditioned vehicles, to four dog-friendly wineries of their choice! Owners can tack on a winery picnic lunch, complete with Scooby Snacks, to their tour. Rates start at $350, plus a pet cleaning fee. See Details
Kiler Ridge Olive Farm Spread over 15 acres, Kiler Ridge Olive Farm in Paso Robles, CA, welcomes pets to explore and you to enjoy some wonderful olive oil on the pet-friendly patio with sweeping views. This family-owned and operated farm produces award-winning, small batch, certified extra virgin olive oil. See Details
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