Pet-Friendly Places in La Quinta

Thinking about your next trip to La Quinta but not sure what to do with your four-legged family member? Here in La Quinta, we embrace animal lovers of all kinds and understand the importance of being able to bring your pets along with you. To ensure you get the best experience possible, here are some pet-friendly places in La Quinta to enjoy with your best friend including parks, hikes, restaurants, hotels, and more!

Dog Parks

Fritz Burns Dog Park is a fun place to bring your pup for some fresh air and sunshine. All dog breeds are welcome. There are designated areas for large and small dogs. Whether you want to keep your pup on a leash and walk around the adjacent Fritz Burns Park or go off-leash at the dog park, your dog will have an adventurous time exploring the outdoors. Fritz Burns Dog Park is open to the public and is located at 78107 Avenue 52, La Quinta, CA 92253.

Pet-Friendly Places in La Quinta
Fritz Burns Park

Seasons Dog Park is by far one of La Quinta’s largest dog parks and has great rolling grassy hills for your dogs to run around. Grab your pups and come on down to enjoy a lovely sunny day. Seasons Dog Park is open to the public and is located at 78100 Cloud View Way, La Quinta, CA 92253.

Pet-Friendly Places in La Quinta
Seasons Dog Park

Pioneer Dog Park has all the essentials that you and your dog will need to enjoy a perfect morning or afternoon. With separate sides for small and large dogs, there are trees, grass patches, water stations, and pick-up stations to ensure a clean park. Pioneer Dog Park is open to the public, from sunrise to sunset, and is located at 78695 Miles Ave, La Quinta, CA 92253.

Pet-Friendly Places in La Quinta
Pioneer Dog Park

Hikes

Cove Oasis Trailhead is a great place to take your dog if you are looking to get some of their energy out! Located at the base of the Santa Rosa Mountains, this easy 1.8-mile trail is mostly flat, offering picnic tables, benches, water stations, and public art. The trailhead is located at 54990 Avenida Madero, La Quinta, CA 92253.

Pet-Friendly Places in La Quinta
Cove Oasis Trailhead

Lake Cahuilla Veterans Regional Park is located right at the base of the Santa Rosa Mountains and is a beautiful place to visit for a stroll or afternoon picnic. All dogs must stay on a leash and they cannot swim in the water. However, there is plenty of space around the 135-acre lake for you and your pup to explore. From now until October 1st, Lake Cahuilla is open Friday through Monday only, from 6 a.m. to 2 p.m., and is located at 58075 Jefferson St, La Quinta, CA, 92253.

Pet-Friendly Places in La Quinta
Lake Cahuilla

Restaurants

RD RNNR. This local favorite in Old Town La Quinta is a hot spot for Craft American cuisine using local farm-to-table ingredients, refreshing craft cocktails, and a well-balanced selection of hops and rotating craft taps for an amazing happy hour. Dine out on the patio and sip on a beer or cocktail while your pup makes a choice from the Pup Plate Menu, featuring doggy favorites like Angus patties, chicken breast, and even a whipped cream dessert treat! RD RNNR Libations, Pints & Plates is open Sunday through Thursday from 11 a.m to 9 p.m., and Friday and Saturday from 11 a.m. to 9:30 p.m.

Pet-Friendly Places in La Quinta
RD RNNR

The Grill on Main. If you are looking to enjoy lunch or dinner and don’t want to leave your dog at home, head over to The Grill on Main, where you can find delicious, classic American fare in a lively atmosphere. Sit out on the pet-friendly patio and with your pooch and enjoy the beautiful weather and people watching, while indulging in some amazing food. The Grill on Main is open Monday through Thursday from 3 to 9 p.m. (dinner only) and Friday through Saturday from 11 a.m. to 9:30 p.m.

Pet-Friendly Places in La Quinta
The Grill on Main

Hotels

La Quinta Resort & Club is the premier Coachella Valley luxury hotel, featuring private casitas, luxury suites, spacious villas, a world-class Spa, three unique restaurants, PGA West championship golf courses, world-class tennis and pickleball courts, 41 climate-controlled pools, and yoga retreats. Their ultimate PAWS La Quinta Canine Experience offers special, dog-friendly perks and amenities like food and water bowls in the room, a plush doggy bed, a PupJoy goody box, lots of pet relief areas, and more than 45 acres of open grounds to roam.

Pet-Friendly Places in La Quinta
La Quinta Resort & Club

The Chateau at Lake La Quinta is a 24-room boutique hotel with a gorgeous lakeside view, picturesque surroundings, and beautifully appointed rooms. Whether you are looking for a romantic desert getaway, an enchanting wedding destination or a tranquil spot to relax, The Chateau is the perfect destination with unrivaled personalized service. They welcome your furry, four-legged family members to enjoy the serene waterfront setting with you. At check in, your furry friend will feel like royalty with their own doggie bed, water bowl, and special treat. Your pet will need to be on a leash at all times when in the common and dining areas. The Chateau even has a special pet menu created by their executive chef to ensure your pup also gets to try some amazing food.

Pet-Friendly Places in La Quinta
The Chateau at Lake La Quinta

Veterinarian Clinics

VCA All Creatures Animal Hospital provides comprehensive veterinary care for all species of critter. From fur to feather, from scale to snail, they are equipped with the knowledge and resources to provide a wide array of services including surgery, dentistry, comprehensive laboratory diagnostics, microchip identification, wellness packages, homeopathy, acupuncture, chiropractic, and much more.

VCA Village Park Animal Hospital provides veterinary services for every stage in your pet’s life, from the first shots to a lifetime of preventive care to keep them happy and healthy. And if your pet ever needs truly advanced veterinary care, VCA Specialty Hospitals are ready to help.

La Quinta Pet Hospital is a full-service, small animal veterinary hospital providing comprehensive medical, surgical, and dental care to La Quinta and the entire Coachella Valley.


Whether it’s hitting the park or hiking trail for a stroll, checking out the local shops, or simply grabbing a bite to eat with your four-legged friend, the City of La Quinta makes it easy for you to bring them along for the journey!

Pet-Friendly Places in La Quinta
Sparta and Katana
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