Dog-friendly Sacramento: start with a better dog day
Sacramento makes it easy to combine a fenced off-leash run, a river-side walk and an outdoor stop for food or a drink. This guide starts with places and rules published by local park agencies and venues—not a generic list of pet-friendly pins.
Choose your kind of outing
Off-leash dog parks
Find fenced city dog parks, addresses and useful differences such as separate small- and large-dog areas.
River walks and dog-friendly trails
Plan a leashed walk along the American River Parkway and the Jedediah Smith Memorial Trail. Know the leash rule before you go.
Dog-friendly brewery patios
Find outdoor brewery options where the venue specifically says leashed dogs are welcome.
Sutter's Landing Regional Park
A large central-city park with a 2.5-acre dog park, separate large- and small-dog areas and a multi-use trail connection.
Truitt Bark Park
A compact Midtown stop with separate fenced small- and large-dog areas, double-gate entry, shade, water, lighting and public art.
Before heading out
In city dog parks, dogs may be off leash only inside the designated fenced area. On the American River Parkway, dogs must remain on a leash no longer than six feet. Check the official park page for current closures and posted rules before leaving.
City of Sacramento: official dog park list ↗ · American River Parkway trail rules ↗
Find the place. Make it an adventure.
Use PawStreak to plan a new outing and keep a record of the places you explore together.