Dog Friendly Hiking Trails in Fillmore, CA

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.

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Satwiwa Loop Trail at Rancho Sierra Vista/Satwiwa

Thousand Oaks, CA

Satwiwa Loop Trail at Rancho Sierra Vista/Satwiwa

Satwiwa Loop Trail is an easy, 2.5-mile pet-friendly hike in the Santa Monica Mountains National Recreation Area that will take about 1.5 hours to complete with Fido. This picturesque hike in Thousand Oaks, CA, is close to the city but will have you feeling like you entered a different world. Dogs must remain on the trail and are not allowed on backcountry trails in Point Mugu State Park.

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Paramount Ranch

Agoura Hills, CA

Paramount Ranch

Take a walk with your pup amidst the prop buildings of an old movie town at Paramount Ranch in Agoura Hills, CA. Used as the set of "Dr. Quinn, Medicine Woman" along with many other films and shows, the Paramount Ranch trails and prop town are a fun area to explore with your leashed dog. Cross the bridge to get to the "Western Town." All trailheads extend from the Western Town, except the trail that goes toward Mulholland Highway.

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Rosewood Trail to Angel Vista

Thousand Oaks, CA

Rosewood Trail to Angel Vista

Hike with your pup along the Rosewood Trail to the gorgeous Angel Vista viewpoint in Thousand Oaks, CA. This is a pet-friendly 3.5-mile round trip hike, with an elevation gain of about 800 feet, and is the most direct route to this gorgeous point in the Santa Monica Mountains.

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Mission Oaks Park

Camarillo, CA

Mission Oaks Park

Mission Oaks Park in Camarillo, CA is dog friendly. This 20-acre community park has numerous meandering walkways, picnic areas, restrooms, and even a concession stand. Leashed dogs welcome any time. Dogs can be off leash Monday thru Friday before 1:00 PM and after 4:00 PM.

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Grotto Trail

Malibu, CA

Grotto Trail

You and Fido can hike along the pet-friendly Grotto Trail in the Santa Monica Mountains National Recreation Area in Malibu, CA. This 3-mile out-and-back hike takes you to a secluded grotto. Although dogs are not allowed in the cave, you and your pup will find plenty of fun and exercise along the beautiful trail as you travel to it. Dogs must be leashed at all times.

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Mishe Mokwa to Tri-Peaks and Sandstone Peak

Malibu, CA

Mishe Mokwa to Tri-Peaks and Sandstone Peak

Mishe Mokwa to Tri-Peaks and Sandstone Peak is a dog-friendly, moderately easy, 6.8-mile hike in the Santa Monica Mountains National Recreation Area. Located in Malibu, CA, this year-round path welcomes leashed pups and takes an average of 3 hours to complete with Fido.

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Piedra Blanca Trail

Ojai, CA

Piedra Blanca Trail

Piedra Blanca Trail is an easy, 2.5 mile hike in Los Padres National Forest that will take about 2 hours to complete with Fido. Enjoy the natural beauty of this trail that starts out by crossing Sespe Creek, a National Wild and Scenic River. The creek is home to gorges and the endangered California condor. The colors on the trees make for a beautiful autumn hike. It may be a good idea to wear pants, because some areas of the trail are overgrown with thorny plants.

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Sandstone Peak Trail

Malibu, CA

Sandstone Peak Trail

If you and your leashed pup are experienced hikers looking for more than a leisurely trail, head up the dog-friendly Sandstone Peak Trail in Malibu, CA! This 6.25-mile loop trail has an elevation gain of 1,075 feet and provides expansive views of the surrounding area once you reach the summit.

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Simi Peak Trail

Agoura Hills, CA

Simi Peak Trail

Simi Peak Trail is a 5.3-mile heavily trafficked out-and-back path in Agoura Hills, CA. Ensure that you and your leashed dog are up for the challenge of this trail that is rated difficult. The year-round dog-friendly path is primarily used for hiking, running, nature trips and bird watching.

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Calabasas Cold Creek Trail

Calabasas, CA

Calabasas Cold Creek Trail

Climb to the summit of Calabasas Peak with your leashed pup on the dog-friendly Calabasas - Cold Creek Trail. This 4.5-mile round-trip hike in Calabasas, CA, ascends 750 feet and provides gorgeous views of the surrounding area, including the Santa Monica Mountains.

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Los Robles Trail to Angel Vista

Thousand Oaks, CA

Los Robles Trail to Angel Vista

Enjoy the breathtaking Angel Vista from the overlook of the Los Robles Trail in Thousand Oaks, CA. Fido is welcome to join you on this 7.6-mile round-trip hike that climbs 800 feet on the north side of the Santa Monica mountains. Pack all the necessities so that during your visit, you can take a break to enjoy a snack and some water at a picnic table.

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Paradise Falls

Thousand Oaks, CA

Paradise Falls

Paradise Falls is pet-friendly. Bring your pooch to this 40-ft. waterfall in a canyon set inside a rugged regional park on the 2.7 mile heavily trafficked loop trail located near Thousand Oaks. Leashed dogs are welcome, as long as they are well-behaved and all mess is cleaned up after them.

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Harmon Canyon Preserve

Ventura, CA

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.

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