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Dog Parks with Water Features in California

44 of the 3,867 dog parks, shelters, trainers and boarding kennels we track in California have water features. Full listings for every city are on the California page.

44locations
32cities
3,867locations statewide

A map pin shows a green space labeled "dog park" but nothing about whether it has a splash pond, sprinkler, or just an unused hose bib, so you find out only after driving over on a hot day. Every park listed here has its water feature confirmed from the park's own site or parks-department listing, not guessed from satellite photos.

San Diego 9

  1. Little Italy Dog Park

    254 W Date St, San Diego, CA 92101

    Sunrise-Sunset daily

    FencedSmall-dog areaWater access
  2. Wags & Ruffs

    4085 Pacific Hwy, San Diego, CA 92110-2059

    Mon-Sat 7am-10am

    Water access
  3. Torrey Hills Dog Park

    4645 Carmel Mountain Rd, San Diego, CA 92130

    Mon-Sun 8am-7pm

    Water access
  4. The Purring Parrot

    3015 Saint Charles Pl Ste D, San Diego, CA 92110

    Mon-Sat 10am-5pm, Sun 11am-4pm

    Water access
  5. OB Dog Beach

    5156 W Point Loma Blvd, San Diego, CA 92107-1315

    24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year

    Water access
  6. Chiquis' Kitty Resort

    12374 Carmel Country Rd, San Diego, CA 92130

    Water access
  7. Dog Tired San Diego

    4021 Promontory St, San Diego, CA 92109

    Water access
  8. Sunny Pets

    3288 Adams Ave Unit 16266, San Diego, CA 92176-7012

    Mon-Sun 7am-7pm

    Water access
  9. Pet Sitter San Diego

    12505 El Camino Real, Unit D, San Diego, CA 92130

    Water access

Los Angeles 2

  1. South Park Doggie - Doggieland (LA)

    147 W 24th St, Los Angeles, CA 90007

    Mon-Fri 6:30am-9pm, Sat 9am-4pm, Sun 10am-5pm

    Water accessIndoor
  2. Citydog! Club

    1815 Pontius Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90025

    Water accessIndoor

Rancho Palos Verdes 2

  1. Rancho Caninos Dog Park

    30940 Hawthorne Blvd, Rancho Palos Verdes, CA 90275

    1hr before sunrise - 1hr after sunset

    FencedSmall-dog areaWater access
  2. Eastview Park Dog Park

    1700 Westmont Drive, Rancho Palos Verdes, CA 90275

    Sunrise-Sunset

    FencedSmall-dog areaWater access

San Jose 2

  1. Saratoga Creek Dog Park, San Jose, CA

    5399 Graves Ave, San Jose, CA 95129

    FencedSmall-dog areaWater access
  2. Allie's Doggie Day Camp

    562 N 20th St, San Jose, CA 95112

    Mon-Sun 6am-5:30pm

    Water access

Santa Rosa 2

  1. The Meadows Canine Camp

    6445 Sonoma Hwy, Santa Rosa, CA 95409

    Mo-Su 07:00-19:00

    Small-dog areaWater access
  2. Kova Sonoma

    6445 Sonoma Hwy, Santa Rosa, CA 95409

    Mo-Su 07:00-19:00

    Water access

Alameda 1

  1. Point Isabel Dog Park, Richmond

    9th St, Alameda, CA 94501

    5am-10pm

    Water access

Aromas 1

  1. Aromas Dog Park

    300 Aromas Rd, Aromas, CA 95004

    Sunrise to Sunset

    FencedSmall-dog areaWater access

Arroyo Grande 1

  1. Aly's Puppy Boot Camp

    Arroyo Grande, CA

    Small-dog areaWater accessAgility equipment

Colma 1

  1. Bark Park

    Colma, CA 94014

    Mon-Fri 8:30am-5:30pm, Sat 9am-3pm

    Water access

Costa Mesa 1

  1. Hydrant Pet Hotel

    776 W 17th St, Costa Mesa, CA 92627-4307

    Water access

Crestline 1

  1. Lake Gregory Dog Park

    24442 San Moritz Dr, Crestline, CA 92325

    Water access

Davis 1

  1. Elizabeth's Pet Sitting

    2509 Bates Dr, Davis, CA 95618

    Water access

El Cajon 1

  1. Camp Run-A-Mutt East County

    1506 Pioneer Way, El Cajon, CA 92020

    Mon-Fri 6:30am-7pm, Sat-Sun 8am-5pm

    Water accessIndoor

Elk Grove 1

  1. CSD Dog Park

    Dog Park, Elk Grove, CA 95757

    Sunrise to 1 Hour After Sunset

    Small-dog areaWater accessAgility equipment

Hopland 1

  1. Red Barn Dog Boarding and Daycare

    3790B Feliz Creek Rd, Hopland, CA 95449

    Water access

La Mesa 1

  1. Lonny Brewer County Dog Park

    10925 Fury Ln, La Mesa, CA 91941

    Sunrise – sunset , daily

    Water accessAgility equipment

Mission Viejo 1

  1. La Paws Dog Park

    25100 Felipe Rd, Mission Viejo, CA 92692

    Daily 7am-8pm except Thu 7am-1pm

    FencedSmall-dog areaWater access

Palo Alto 1

  1. Mitchell Dog Park

    In Mitchell Park, Palo Alto, CA 94306

    FencedSmall-dog areaWater access

Paso Robles 1

  1. Sherwood Dog Park

    362-370 Scott St, Paso Robles, CA 93446

    FencedSmall-dog areaWater access

Penn Valley 1

  1. Western Gateway Dog Park

    18562 Penn Valley Dr, Penn Valley, CA 95946-9342

    Sunrise-Sunset daily

    FencedSmall-dog areaWater accessAgility equipment

Pleasanton 1

  1. Shadow Cliffs Dog Trail/Swim

    2500 Stanley Blvd, Pleasanton, CA 94566

    Water access

Redlands 1

  1. Happy Dog Resort

    1625 Industrial Park Ave, Redlands, CA 92374

    Mon-Fri 6:30am-6:30pm, Sat-Sun 8am-5pm

    Water access

Ripon 1

  1. Ripon Animal Shelter

    444 Doak Blvd, Ripon, CA 95366

    Tue-Fri 8am-6pm, Sat 8am-3pm

    Water access

San Francisco 1

  1. Rincon Hill Dog Park

    Bryant St & Beale St, San Francisco, CA 94105

    7am-9pm daily

    FencedSmall-dog areaWater access

San Luis Obispo 1

  1. El Chorro Dog Park

    3450 Dairy Creek Rd, San Luis Obispo, CA 93405

    7:30am-Sunset daily

    FencedSmall-dog areaWater access

San Rafael 1

  1. Field of Dogs Dog Park

    San Rafael, CA 94903

    Dawn-Dusk

    FencedSmall-dog areaWater access

Santa Barbara 1

  1. Douglas Family Preserve

    On the Mesa, Santa Barbara, CA 93109

    Water access

Santa Monica 1

  1. Herb Katz Dog Park

    2300-2398 7th St, Santa Monica, CA 90405

    7:30am-8:30pm, maintenance times

    FencedSmall-dog areaWater access

Seaside 1

  1. Pacchetti Dog Park

    Kimball Ave & Noche Buena St, Seaside, CA 93955

    Mon-Sun dawn-dark

    FencedSmall-dog areaWater access

Temecula 1

  1. Eagle Soar Playground & Splash Pad at Michael Naggar Community Park

    29119 Margarita Rd, Temecula, CA 92591

    9am-6pm Mon-Sun

    FencedWater access

Templeton 1

  1. Vineyard Dog Park

    1010 Semillon Ln, Templeton, CA 93465

    FencedSmall-dog areaWater access

Westlake Village 1

  1. Westlake Village Dog Park

    31400 Oak Crest Dr, Westlake Village, CA 91361

    7am-Sunset, closed Mon 11am

    FencedSmall-dog areaWater access
Rinse your dog off before the car ride home. Pond and splash-pad water at dog parks isn't filtered like a pool, so a quick rinse at the park — many have a hose near the entrance — keeps mud and bacteria out of your upholstery and off paws that will get licked.

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Good to know

Are dog park water features safe for dogs to drink from?

Standing water in dog park ponds isn't treated and can carry bacteria or parasites, so it's safer to bring fresh water for drinking even if your dog is allowed to wade or swim. Algae blooms in particular can be dangerous and are worth checking for before letting a dog in.

What kind of water features do dog parks usually have?

Common setups include a shallow splash pad or sprinkler, a small pond or man-made pool, or simply a hose and basin near the entrance for rinsing off. Larger or newer parks are more likely to have a dedicated water play area than older, smaller ones.

How long is a dog in heat?

A dog's heat cycle typically lasts for several weeks, averaging about three weeks in total. During this period, female dogs should be kept away from communal spaces across California to avoid accidental breeding. Owners can explore 44 dog parks in California to plan future visits once the cycle ends.

How long does a dog stay in heat?

Female dogs usually stay in heat for about three weeks, during which they can attract male dogs from significant distances. To ensure safety, restrict outdoor play to private, fully fenced yards throughout California. Our guide lists 44 dog parks in California for safe exercise options after the heat cycle completes.