Best Dog-Friendly Spots in America
Waterfront spots where dogs are welcome — dog beaches, off-leash areas, and shorelines with a dog park right alongside.
All Dog-Friendly Spots
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4.4(4,093)Higgs Beach
Fenced beachside dog park provides benches & grassy areas for small & large pets to roam off-leash.
4.3(48)Rest Beach
Picnic tables & mature palms fringe this beach with soft white sand popular for shell searching.
4.3(72)Pier 84 Dog Run
Small fenced-in dog run on Pier 84 next to the U.S.S. Intrepid with benches, trees & a water supply.
4.3(866)Harlem River Park
Chill, riverfront park offering walking & biking path, paving murals & a children's spray shower.
4.3(531)Healdsburg Veterans Memorial Beach
This sandy shore on the Russian River has lifeguards & picnic spots, plus restrooms & a parking lot.
4.3(745)Riverside Park
A peaceful green space along the Jordan River in Salt Lake City, Riverside Park offers paved walking and biking trails that connect to the larger Jordan River Parkway Trail system. The park features picnic areas, a playground, sports courts, and river access for fishing and wildlife watching. Its location along the Jordan River corridor provides a natural escape within the city, with cottonwood-lined paths and views of the Wasatch Mountains.
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4.2(2,054)Westlake Park
Centrally located shopping district sitting spot & town square with a play area & fountain.
4.2(154)Tenean Beach
Sandy spot features a playground, a boardwalk & various picnic areas with shade shelters & seating.
4.2(400)Collect Pond Park
A large grassy area with benches, shade trees & a pool on the site of a historic underground spring.
4.1(236)Apollo Beach
Waterfront community on a saltwater canal system, with a protected beach reserve & fishing charters.
4.1(203)Douglass and DeGraw Pool
This public pool is a lively summertime destination with a kid-friendly area & large concrete deck.
4.1(184)Ouray Hot Springs
Picturesque alpine destination featuring public & private hot-spring facilities, all sulfur-free.
Tips for Visiting Dog-Friendly Spots
Always confirm the current leash / off-leash rules on site — they change seasonally
Bring fresh water and waste bags; not every spot has them
Rinse your dog after swimming to remove salt, algae, or silt
Avoid water with visible algae blooms — they can be toxic to dogs