Activities & Events

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 Seven Magic Mountains

 S Las Vegas Blvd, Las Vegas, NV, US, 89054 

 is a dog-friendly art exhibit set in the desert of Las Vegas, Nevada. The artwork is comprised of seven, thirty to thirty-five-foot high, dayglow totems made of painted, locally sourced boulders. Dogs are welcome at Seven Magic Mountains as long as they are cleaned up after and leashed. 

Red Rock Canyon National Conservation Area

1000 Scenic Loop Dr, Las Vegas, NV, US, 89161 

 Leashed pets are allowed on dog-friendly trails. 

Town Square

6605 S Las Vegas Blvd, Las Vegas, NV, US, 89119 

 Town Square is a dog-friendly open-air mall in Las Vegas, NV. Leashed dogs are welcome to join you on the 93-acre property.  

Barx Parx

8868 S Eastern Ave #115, Las Vegas, NV, US, 89123 

 The social space is separated into one area for active and large dogs, and another for gentler and smaller pups, both stocked full of toys and agility equipment. The park also serves snacks, craft beer and other drinks for owners to enjoy. Membership and vaccination records are required. Day passes are available. Humans must be at least 21 years of age to enter.

Tule Springs Fossil Beds National Monument

16001 Corn Creek Road, Las Vegas, NV, US, 89166 

 Leashed dogs are allowed everywhere except buildings. Mammoths, lions, and camels once roamed along wetlands just north of what is now known as Las Vegas, Nevada.  

The Hydrant Club

109 N 9th St, Las Vegas, NV, US, 89101 

 From the nearly 15,000 square feet of award-winning, indoor/outdoor off-leash play space to an array of dog training and behavior modification classes, uniquely structured dog daycare and boarding services, and highly curated selection of top-notch pup products. 

River Mountains Loop Trail

2800 South Boulder Highway, Henderson, NV, US, 89002 

 River Mountains Loop Trail is dog-friendly. Dogs are welcome to join their owners, as long as they are leashed, and all mess is cleaned up after them.  

Downtown Summerlin

1980 Festival Plaza Dr, Las Vegas, NV, US, 89135 

Many of the shops welcome well-behaved pets inside, and some restaurants have dog-friendly patios. Dogs must be leashed at all times, and humans must clean up after their canine companion. 

Foxtail Picnic & Winter Snowplay Area

6725 Lee Canyon Rd, Las Vegas, NV, US, 89124 

Foxtail Picnic & Winter Snowplay Area is a recreation area in Las Vegas with access to dog-friendly, year-round fun!  

Bristlecone Trail

Lee Canyon Rd & Forest Road 106, Las Vegas, NV, US, 89124 

 The Bristlecone Trail is dog-friendly. From November onwards, this trail is perfect for sledding, snowman building, and playing fetch with snowballs. 

Dog Adoptions 

Each year the Las Vegas Valley Humane Society (LVVHS) adopts out nearly 500 animals at their adoption events around Las Vegas. All dogs have been spayed/neutered, vaccinated, and microchipped. 

The Lake Mead Recreation Area is considered one of the most pet-friendly national recreational areas in the country, according to the National Parks Foundation. This is primarily because of the ability to take your dog on an extensive trail system and hikes throughout the park.

The  Desert Breeze Aquatic Park is open to humans year-round, but at the end of summer each year, it’s the dogs’ turn! You can bring your dog to the water park so they can enjoy the pools. This event is offered annually, and you should check their calendar as it is often only one-day. It is typically held in early September as students are going back to school and summer ends.

Registration for the event typically opens in late July and fills up quickly. This event is put on by Clark County. Proof of vaccinations is required to participate in the event, so if you are traveling to Vegas during this time, make sure you can show proof of these medical records.

Black Mountain Aquatic Complex: Doggie Paddle and Play Day

The Doggie Paddle and Play Day is held every year at the Black Mountain Recreation Center Aquatic Complex in nearby Henderson for your dog to enjoy at the end of summer. The dogs are divided by weight class throughout the day to keep similar-sized dogs together.

The pool areas feature a floating entrance platform making it easier for the dogs to get in and out of the deeper water.

This is another event that requires registration. It became so popular in recent years that they have expanded the event to two days! These doggy pool days in the Las Vegas area are typically held on different days at the end of summer, giving you multiple opportunities to take your dog swimming in Vegas.

Westin Lake Las Vegas

The Westin Lake Las Vegas Video Blog Series: Wish You Were Here Pet ParadisePups at the dog-friendly Westin Hotel at Lake Las Vegas

Heritage Bark Park:

Located in nearby Henderson, this dog park has been compared to Disneyland by visitors. With multiple areas for all-sized dogs and a splash pad to cool off, this is a great place to take your dog for some water fun. The splash pad and the clean and spacious facilities are definitely the highlights for many visitors.

Barkin’ Basin Dog Park

Located in Las Vegas, is a popular dog park for off-leash fun with your pup. It’s a large area with separate areas for both large and small dogs. Water spigots are located throughout the dog park for dogs to drink water and cool off in the warm Vegas weather.