La Quinta, California is a truly fantastic place to relax, unwind, and explore in style when vacation is calling your name. If you happen to be a traveler who enjoys hitting the road alongside your favorite canine companion, you’ll be delighted to discover that La Quinta is a wonderfully pet-friendly place to vacation as well! The next time you’re heading this way, put some of the following tips and stops to good use when it’s time to plan a pet-friendly La Quinta getaway that’s amazing for everyone in your traveling crew.
Explore the Great Outdoors
The sun-soaked terrain that defines La Quinta year-round makes this an amazing place for visitors to travel with their pets and head out into nature to explore the spectacular scenery further! If you’re someone who loves to lace up your boots and hit the trails, you’ll find there are plenty of places to enjoy the great outdoors here. Start your journey with your furry friend at your side over at the Fred Wolff Bear Creek Nature Preserve. You’ll find this scenic stop at 52751-52999 Avenida Montezuma, and upon arrival, you can take full advantage of the beautiful park and dog-friendly trail. As long as your pup remains leashed at all times, there’s no reason not to linger here longer than you might have originally planned. Afterward, you’ll want to make your way to 58075 Jefferson Street, where the Lake Cahuilla Veterans Regional Park is waiting to be discovered. This 710-acre park enjoys a breathtaking natural backdrop made up of the Santa Rosa Mountains and is the perfect place to spend an afternoon with your dog by the water. While swimming isn’t allowed in the reservoir in the name of safety, this is a gorgeous place to settle in, relax, and enjoy your surroundings to the fullest.
Spend Quality Time in Old Town La Quinta
People and pets alike will be delighted by all there is to see and do during the course of an afternoon spent in Old Town La Quinta. This pet-friendly part of town is a wonderful place to grab a cup of coffee at the iconic Old Town Coffee Company and sip time away on the patio with your beloved dog right at your side. If you have more of an appetite to attend to, head over to RD RNNR and enjoy browsing a menu of farm-to-table delights ranging from burgers and salads to sandwiches and pastas as well. Here, you’ll enjoy access to a pet-friendly patio where you can pair your plate with an ice-cold beverage, make the most of the view, and pick something tasty off the pup plate menu too! If you’re more in the mood for American classic fare, we would recommend making your way to The Grill on Main. This lively and delicious eatery in La Quinta also hosts a pet-friendly patio for guests to enjoy that’s comfortable, shaded, and laid-back.
Hit the Dog Park in Good Company
Any trip enjoyed alongside a canine companion is inevitably going to come with a few moments where your pup simply has excess energy to burn. When this is the case, you’ll be happy to find La Quinta has a variety of stops to pick and choose from during your visit. Places like Seasons Dog Park at 78100 Cloud View Way offer up a spacious retreat for dogs to enjoy running off-leash and socializing with other pups on grassy hills. You might also consider spending time at Fritz Burns Dog Park in town at 78107 Avenue 52, where play spaces are designated for small and large dogs alike. Pioneer Dog Park is another option at 78695 Miles Avenue, which is packed with running areas, water stations, pick-up stations, grass patches, and shade areas for relaxing as well.
Plan for the Unexpected
While your pet-friendly getaway to La Quinta is bound to be inspiring, when traveling with pets, it’s always good to take note of some animal hospitals in the area in case of the unexpected. The good news is, La Quinta is home to some terrific options, including the VCA Village Park Animal Hospital, the La Quinta Pet Hospital, and the VCA All Creatures Animal Hospital in town. Knowing where to go if your pup is feeling under the weather or needs a refill on a prescription while you’re traveling gives you the peace of mind you deserve to enjoy on your next getaway in this direction.
Book Your Journey to Pet-Friendly La Quinta Today
When you’re more than ready to turn your travel plans into reality, Legacy Villas has both luxurious and pet-friendly rental options in La Quinta for visitors to enjoy! We do have some pet policies in place, however, so please keep these in mind:
- Maximum two dogs per rental at $25 per pet per night
- Larger breeds are allowed with prior owner approval at $1 per pound per night
- Small dogs are welcome at no extra charge
- Dogs should have their own crate and not sleep in the beds
- Dogs must be on a leash in all outdoor common areas
- Dogs may stay alone in your rentals if they are non-barkers. We encourage you to leave your TV on while you’re away to give them some company.
- If a dog is disruptive to other guests (barks in the villa, and/or results in a complaint to the HOA), you will be asked to board your dog during your stay or you will be asked to leave, with no refund.
Reach out today to learn more about our exciting property selections as well as the on-site amenities and services we offer that elevate your stay further. We can’t wait to welcome you and your pet to Southern California soon.
