Santa Ana boasts a variety of options for travelers accompanied by their pets. From parks and trails to eateries and accommodations, the city provides numerous opportunities to ensure a comfortable and enjoyable experience for you and your furry companion!

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Outdoor Activities and Parks

Santa Ana offers plenty of green space for enjoying a walk with your dog. Start at Santiago Park, one of the city’s most scenic spots, where you and your leashed pup can explore trails that wind through shady groves and a natural creek bed. Centennial Park is another great option, with wide-open grassy areas and paved walking loops that are perfect for stretching your legs together. For longer strolls, the Santa Ana River Trail cuts through the city, offering a peaceful, urban-adjacent route that’s ideal for walking, jogging, or biking with your dog in tow. While Santa Ana doesn’t currently have an official off-leash dog park, its variety of trails and open parkland make it easy to find a relaxing outdoor escape within city limits.

Pet-Friendly Restaurants, Patios, and Breweries

Dining out with your dog is easy in Santa Ana thanks to its many restaurants and breweries with outdoor seating. Native Son, a downtown favorite, features a rooftop patio where dogs are welcome and the craft beer list is constantly rotating. A few blocks away, The Den Café serves breakfast and lunch on a cozy patio where pets are greeted with smiles (and sometimes water bowls). If you’re in the mood for something different, Kaizen Shabu offers outdoor seating for you and your dog while you enjoy the interactive hot pot experience. Wursthaus also welcomes leashed pets and serves an impressive lineup of craft beers alongside gourmet sausages, burgers, and other elevated pub favorites.

For local brews, Cerveza Cito Brewery and Santa Ana River Brewing allow leashed pets in their outdoor areas. And don’t overlook 4th Street Market, a collection of food vendors with an open-air courtyard that’s a relaxed spot to grab a bite with your four-legged friend. Recess, one of the market’s standout spots, serves inventive cocktails, and dogs are more than welcome throughout the shared patio.

Pet-Friendly Markets and Events in Santa Ana

Santa Ana’s community events often welcome four-legged companions, especially at local night markets and outdoor fairs. The Witches Brew Night Market brings together themed vendors, music, and a spooky atmosphere where pets are part of the fun! Friday Night Munchies is another popular open-air gathering, filled with food stalls and local makers. Many farmers' markets and seasonal pop-up events throughout the city also welcome doggos, making them a great way to shop local and spend time outside!

Pet-Friendly Lodging

When it comes to lodging, Santa Ana offers several pet-friendly hotels:

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Ready to plan a trip that includes your four-legged companion? Santa Ana makes it easy with dog-friendly parks, patios, shops, and plenty more. Browse even more pet-friendly things to do and start mapping out your stay today!