Dog Walkers in Lopez Island

Best Dog Neighborhoods in Lopez Island

1. Dog Parks 0

   Population Density 958/sq mi

   #1 Lopez Village

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   Lopez Village is a small community on the northwest side of Lopez Island. In this coastal area, you and your pup can take advantage of some local recreation opportunities.  Head to Islands Marine Center with your boat and launch out into Fisherman Bay with your pup. Enjoy the fresh ocean breezes and stunning scenery while you go fishing in this cove. If you want to stretch your legs, take your pup to Otis Perkins Day Park and wander along the beach. Dogs are permitted to join you in public recreation areas as long as they're restrained on a leash up to ten feet long. Make sure to pick up any waste.
   Dog neighborhood? yay nay
2. Dog Parks 0

   Population Density 139/sq mi

   #2 Port Stanley

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   Located on the northeast shore of Lopez Island, the neighborhood of Port Stanley is a small community with beachfront properties that are surrounded by fields and forestland. Here, you and your pooch will be able to get out and explore Spencer Spit State Park. This 200-acre facility has two miles of trails through wooded areas, camping, salt-water fishing and wildlife viewing. Enjoy breathtaking views of the Strait of San Juan de Fuca as you hike with your furry pal. Dogs are permitted in most areas of the park as long as you keep them on a leash that's no longer than eight feet and pick up their waste.
   Dog neighborhood? yay nay
3. Dog Parks 0

   Population Density 70/sq mi

   #3 Richardson

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   The quiet, rural community of Richardson is located along Jones Bay. In this peaceful neighborhood, you and your pal can go for walks past farm fields and wooded areas. For a fun outing, head about 2.5 miles northwest to Shark Reef Sanctuary. Take a short hike through the forest to reach the rocky shore. From here, you can enjoy puptacular views of the strait. Look for seals, sea lions, and sea otters as you view Deadman Island and peer across the water to the San Juan Island Lighthouse. Dogs are welcome to join you provided you keep them on a leash and you pick up their waste.
   Dog neighborhood? yay nay
4. Dog Parks 0

   Population Density 175/sq mi

   #4 Islandale

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   Tucked in an isthmus on the south end of Lopez Island, the small community of Islandale includes some farms and private residences near the water. In this neighborhood, you can head to Mackaye Harbor to walk along the rocky shoreline with your pooch. Bring along your canoe or boat and launch out into the harbor for a day of fishing. If you want to enjoy the natural beauty of the island with your furry friend, head to Agate Beach County Park. Walk along the shore and look for colorful treasures among the rocks, or go for a hike in the woods. Dogs on a leash can accompany you in this county park.
   Dog neighborhood? yay nay
5. Dog Parks 0

   Population Density 437/sq mi

   #5 Aleck Bay

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   The neighborhood of Aleck Bay is on the southern tip of Lopez Island. This bay area features forests, a rocky beach, and private homes. After enjoying a quiet walk down country roads, head over to Iceberg Point for a scenic hike. This trail will lead you and your four-footed friend through some forest to the rock cliffs overlooking the straits. Catch view of the Olympic Islands and Mountains across the water. If you're in the area during the migration season, do a little whale watching. Dogs are welcome to accompany you in this area as long as you keep them on a leash. Be sure to clean up after your best fur-iend.
   Dog neighborhood? yay nay