Dog Friendly Hiking Trails in Peoria, AZ

There are 2 dog-friendly hiking trails in Peoria, and 15 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 Peoria.

Pet Friendly Rio Vista Community Park
Rio Vista Community Park Rio Vista Park is 52-acre a dog-friendly community park in Peoria, AZ. The park offers a wide variety of activities and amenities like multiple athletic fields, playground and splash pad. The park is also home to Peoria's Veterans Memorial Wall. Leashed dogs are welcome, as long as owners clean up after them. See Details
Pet Friendly New River Trail
New River Trail New River Trail is a dog-friendly, multi-purpose trail in Peoria, AZ, that's 13.5 miles in length. Dogs are welcome on the trail, as long as they are leashed and cleaned up after. The trail runs alongside the often dry, New River. Users can continue their journey along the Skunk Creek Trail. See Details
Thunderbird Conservation Park Thunderbird Conservation Park, a 1,185-acre park in the Hedgpeth Hills, is a conservation area dedicated to preserving the desert environment in Glendale, AZ. It is pet-friendly and park activities include picnicking, hiking, horseback riding, mountain biking, jogging and bird watching. About 15 miles of multi-use, dog-friendly trails have been constructed, thanks to the efforts of many volunteer groups. See Details
White Tank Mountain Regional Park White Tank Mountain Regional Park is dog friendly. Leashed pets are welcome at this stunningly beautiful public park. Take the hike out to a waterfall in the middle of the desert. Nearly 30,000 acres makes this the largest regional park in Maricopa County. Most of the park is made up of the rugged and beautiful White Tank Mountains on the Valleys west side. See Details
Shaw Butte Hikers are welcome to take their leashed dogs on hikes up the pet-friendly Shaw Butte in Phoenix, AZ. Shaw Butte is a member of the Phoenix Mountain Preserves and lies directly north of North Mountain. A hike up this preserve offers great views of North Mountain, Piestewa Peak and Lookout Mountain as well as beautiful views of downtown Phoenix. Hikers can choose from a variety of trail difficulties. Phoenix leash laws apply on all hiking trails, and pets must be leashed 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
Dreamy Draw Recreation Area Bring your canine friend to experience the diverse desert landscapes at the pet-friendly Dreamy Draw Recreation Area in Phoenix, AZ, offering everything from fantastic views to secluded valleys. Leashed dogs are permitted on some of the trails within the park, including the pet-friendly Dreamy Draw Nature Trail, but are not permitted at Piestewa Peak. See Details
North Mountain The pet-friendly North Mountain in Phoenix, AZ is an easily accessible mountain and is a member of the Phoenix Mountain Preserve. Your pup is welcome to join you on a summit climb or a hike on an array of trails at all levels of difficulty. Hikers enjoy a great view of the downtown Phoenix skyline. Pets must be kept on a leash at all times. Make sure to bring plenty of water both for yourself and for Fido. See Details
Estrella Mountain Regional Park Estrella Mountain Regional Park is a pet-friendly spot in Goodyear, AZ. Leashed dogs are allowed inside the park to explore the desert and mountain trails. These 19,840 acres of desert and mountains! Located near the meeting of the Gila and Agua Fria Rivers in the southwest Valley, the park includes seasonal wetland or riparian area during our winter and monsoon rains. The majority of the park remains pristine desert, very similar in appearance to the landscape seen by the first settlers and explorers. Be sure to pack water for your pup. See Details
Tres Rios Wetlands Pet-friendly Tres Rios Wetlands in Phoenix, AZ provides approximately 480 acres of emergent wetland as a habitat for wildlife of many species while productively and naturally purifying water. Leashed dogs are welcome to join their humans on an exploration of this interesting and diverse area owned and operated by the City of Phoenix Water Services Department. You must have a permit to visit the wetlands. Permits are good for six months and can be obtained by filling out a permit request at the website below. Please note that there is no shade or water on site. See Details
Lookout Mountain Preserve Enjoy hiking the variety of trails through the pet-friendly Lookout Mountain Preserve in Phoenix, AZ. This mountain is a smaller cousin to the more popular North Mountain area, located just to the south. Though lower in elevation than nearby summits, it provides a chance to hike to a peak and enjoy vistas without the crowds and steep elevation gains of nearby Piestewa Peak and North Mountain. Your pup is welcome to join you but must be leashed at all times. See Details
Desert Vista Trailhead at Sonoran Preserve Spend a day hiking the pet-friendly Desert Vista Trails at Sonoran Preserve in Phoenix, AZ with your dog. There are several trails that branch off from the trailhead, ranging in distance of anywhere from one to six miles. The trail starts in a housing subdivision, but you quickly find yourself in what seems like the middle of nowhere, giving you the comfort of being near civilization while still feeling relatively secluded. Take photos of the owls that nest along the trails here, but make sure to watch out for more dangerous desert fauna, especially rattlesnakes. Dogs must be leashed at all times. Bring plenty of water both for yourself and for Fido. See Details
Apache Wash Trail From September until May, enjoy the dog-friendly Apache Wash Trail on the north side of Phoenix, AZ. There are a number of different trails for you to choose from, ranging from easy to moderate level. You can spend time here birdwatching, enjoying the local wildflowers or simply getting exercise for you and your dog. This trail is also used by mountain bikers and horses, so keep a watchful eye out for those. Dogs must be leashed at all times while hiking, and make sure to bring lots of water for both yourself and Fido. See Details
Mormon Trailhead at South Mountain Park For a moderately difficult hike, take Fido to the pet-friendly Mormon Trailhead at South Mountain Park in Phoenix, AZ. This trail forms a five-mile loop with a 1,000-foot elevation gain that boasts great views of the desert all year long. Enjoy the wildflowers and local animal life along the trail or just go for the exercise. If you want a longer outing, try out one of the trails that connect to this one and explore the area. There is ample parking right at the trailhead. Make sure to bring plenty of water for yourself as well as for Fido. See Details
Ruth Hamilton Trail at Piestewa Peak Park Ruth Hamilton Trail at Piestewa Peak Park in Phoenix, AZ is a pet-friendly popular pathway just over 3 miles in length that intersects with the Quartz Ridge Trail. There is a nice observation bench at the intersection. The western section of this trail offers several switchbacks and is moderately rocky, but once the hiker reaches the peak the trail descends and levels out. Although short, it offers tremendous views of the downtown corridor and the northern Sonoran mountains. Wildflowers are abundant during the spring. See Details
Deem Hills Recreation Area The pet-friendly Deem Hills Recreation Area in Phoenix, AZ offers a variety of hiking trails for you and your dog to enjoy, as well as an off-leash dog park. Composed of Precambrian granite and Tertiary age volcanic rocks, this site is ancient history waiting to be explored. The Deem Hills Circumference Trail is 5.73 miles long and traverses the entire recreation area, providing wonderful views of the area as well as the opportunity to view the wild and varied Arizona Upland vegetation. There are many other trails to choose from as well, providing enjoyable hikes for a variety of fitness levels. Pets must be leashed at all times. See Details
Sundance Park Sundance Park is a dog-friendly park in Buckeye, AZ. Bring Fido out to the 30-acres of grassy space which includes paved paths, ramadas, grills, benches, a playground, sports fields, and even an on-site dog park. See Details
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