Dog-friendly Los Angeles
Sunny California city with beaches, hiking trails, and pet-friendly culture
Dog Rules in Los Angeles
Very dog-friendly - welcome at most outdoor dining areas
LA County license $20/year (altered) or $60/year (unaltered)
Must be on leash in public except designated dog parks
Scoop waste or face fines up to $500
Dog beaches: Leo Carrillo, Rosie's (Long Beach), Huntington
NEVER leave dog in car - temperatures kill - $500 fine
100+ dog parks: Runyon Canyon, Laurel Canyon, Silverlake
Perfect Day in Los Angeles πΎ
A curated one-day itinerary for exploring Los Angeles with your furry companion.
π Beach Morning
Start at Rosie's Dog Beach in Long Beach or Leo Carrillo State Beach where dogs can run off-leash. Perfect for water-loving pups!
β Canyon Coffee
Explore dog-friendly cafΓ©s in Laurel Canyon or Silver Lake. LA's outdoor culture means most patios welcome four-legged friends.
π³ Runyon Canyon Hike
Tackle the famous Runyon Canyon off-leash trails with stunning Hollywood views. Bring plenty of water for you and your pup!
π Venice Boardwalk
End at Venice Beach boardwalk for people-watching and dog-friendly restaurants along Abbot Kinney Boulevard.
π‘ Pro tip: Always check current dog policies before visiting. Explore 15 dog-friendly places in Los Angeles above!
Barrington Dog Park
Silver Lake Dog Park - Fenced dog park with separate small dog area.
Culver City Dog Park
Runyon Canyon - Famous hiking spot in the Hollywood Hills.
Hermon Dog Park
Silver Lake Dog Park - Fenced dog park with separate small dog area.
Leo Carrillo Dog Beach
Griffith Park - Massive urban park (5x Central Park).
Rosie's Dog Beach
Rosie's Dog Beach - Only legal off-leash dog beach in LA County.
Silverlake Dog Park
Silver Lake Dog Park - Fenced dog park with separate small dog area.
Laurel Canyon Dog Park
Griffith Park - Massive urban park (5x Central Park).
Runyon Canyon Dog Park
Griffith Park - Massive urban park (5x Central Park).
Griffith Park Dog Park
Griffith Park - Massive urban park (5x Central Park).
Runyon Canyon Park
LA's most famous off-leash hiking destination in Hollywood Hills.
Griffith Park Dog Parks
Multiple dog areas in LA's largest park.
Silver Lake Dog Park
Hilltop dog park with city views in hipster Silver Lake.
Westminster Dog Park
Venice's popular off-leash park near the beach.
Sepulveda Basin Off-Leash Dog Park
Massive 13-acre off-leash paradise in the Valley.
Echo Park Dog Run
Fenced dog park next to historic Echo Park Lake.