If you’re in the neighborhood of Pine Nursery, you’re in for a treat! This neighborhood has two dog parks to choose from. Pine Nursery Dog Park is possibly one of the best dog parks in the state. This fenced in, off-leash area features paved and unpaved paths, and varying landscapes with a natural desert terrain. There is a large grassy field for Fido to run his heart out playing fetch. If you want to continue the adventure on-leash, there are more walking paths, tennis courts and a playground in the surrounding Pine Nursery Park. If you continue Southeast in the Pine Nursery neighborhood, you’ll also find the Big Sky Dog Park inside of Big Sky Park. The dog park features a 3 acre double-gated fenced in area for your dog to romp around off-leash, and 90 acres of walking trails and ponds to explore on-leash are available in the larger surrounding park. Both dog parks include the necessary amenities, such as water fountains for two-legged and four-legged types, free clean up bags, and restrooms.

If you and your pup are looking for some excitement, on the east side of the Deschutes River is Tumalo Creek Kayak and Canoe rentals. Whether you want to leisurely float down the river in a tube, or rent a kayak, canoe or stand-up paddleboard, your dog can join in on the fun! You won’t fall through because the tubes have handles and netting. Don’t forget the doggy life jacket! After working up an appetite, head south along the river to Anthony’s at the Old Mill District. You can enjoy great mountain views of Mt. Bachelor and the Three Sisters while seated at one of the outdoor dog friendly tables.