Dog walking in South Pasadena

Olga

The mixed zoning neighborhood of Olga includes residential streets, schools, commercial areas, and two parks. When you want to give your pup a chance to play off-leash, take him to the South Pawsadena Dog Park. This fenced facility includes water stations and some agility equipment for your furry friend. There are benches and shade structures for the owners. Let your four-footed pal play with other canines here. Dogs must be licensed and at least four months old. You are expected to remain in the park with your dog and keep him under control at all times. Make sure you clean up after your pooch.

Garfield Park

Garfield Park is a densely populated residential neighborhood in the northeastern part of the city. Dogs and their owners can go for a stroll down the sidewalks in this area. When you want to get some fresh air and stretch your legs, bring your special buddy to Garfield Park on Park Avenue. This 7-acre facility is a zero-emission green zone with a playground, fields, a walking trail, and more. Go for a hike or jog around the tennis courts, groomed open spaces, and soccer fields here. Dogs on a leash no longer than six feet are allowed to join you. Remember to promptly pick up any waste.

Monterey Rd/Indiana Ave

In the southwestern section of town, the neighorhood around Monterey Rd/Indiana Ave includes single-family homes, a few schools, and a puptastic nature park. You and Fido can get out and enjoy some green space by heading to the Arroyo Woodland and Wildlife Nature Park on Pasadena Avenue. This small parcel of land has some delightful trails that wander among California walnut trees and continue to a lookout point. Enjoy scenic views of Mount Washington, the San Gabriel Mountains, and the Verdugo Mountains from here. Dogs on a leash up to six feet long can join you. Bring along water and waste bags to clean up after your pup.

City Center

City Center is a combined commercial and residential neighborhood. On the west side of this area, you and your canine pal can find some green space and a furiffic hiking trail.  Stretch your legs with your pooch in Arroyo Park off Stoney Drive. There are athletic fields, a playground, open fields, and a picnic area in this facility. From here, you can connect to the Arroyo-Seco Trail. This mixed-use pathway offers 20 miles of hiking or jogging. Dogs are allowed on the trail if they're on a leash no longer than six feet and you clean up any droppings. Bring some water for you and your pup.

Raymond Hill

Raymond Hill, a small development in the northeast corner of South Pasedena, is a densely populated neighborhood. This area offers easy access to a dog-friendly park that's about three miles east in San Marino. Take Fido to Lacy Park to get outdoors and go for a walk or jog. There are two trail loops here. Stroll around the open space and through the rose arbor on the west side of the park. Bring along a lunch and enjoy a picnic with your furry friend. Dogs are permitted here as long as they're on a leash that's no longer than six feet and you pick up their droppings.