# Dog-friendly spots in San Carlos > Your dog is part of your life, and you refuse to leave them behind just to grab a drink or a bite. Source: https://www.atly.com/united-states/california/san-diego/san-carlos/best-dog-friendly ## Places (7) ### 1. Lake Murray Flat, accessible trails and ample parking make this lake great for walking and cycling. Pets roam freely, highlighting its pet-friendly nature. Wildlife like ducks add to the serene atmosphere, perfect for family outings and relaxation. - Address: QXP4+VM San Diego, CA, USA - Atly: https://www.atly.com/location/LakeMurray ### 2. Barker Way Trailhead Trail features steady elevations and a well-groomed path that suits both people and pets. Wide enough for easy passing, it welcomes dogs and runners alike. Peak views include ocean, lake, and cityscapes, offering a stunning panorama. - Address: 6951 Barker Way, San Diego, CA 92119, USA - Atly: https://www.atly.com/location/BarkerWayTrailhead ### 3. Cowles Mountain Mountain trail offers steep inclines and rocky paths with safety rails. Dogs are welcome but some waste is left behind. Hikers enjoy panoramic city views and cooler, quieter times early or late in the day. - Address: RX79+9Q San Diego, CA, USA - Atly: https://www.atly.com/location/CowlesMountain ### 4. Lake Murray Community Park Spacious park offers a 6-mile lake circuit perfect for walking and biking. Dogs enjoy exercise on leashed paths while kids love the playground climbing structures. Shaded picnic spots and open fields invite relaxation and sports. - Address: Lake Murray Community Park, 7001 Murray Park Dr, San Diego, CA 92119, USA - Atly: https://www.atly.com/location/LakeMurrayCommunityPark ### 5. Rancho Mission Canyon Park Woodland-themed park features a multi-age playground with soft flooring and slides, perfect for toddlers and older kids. Open grassy spaces and off-leash areas let dogs run freely, though some owners struggle to control them. Well-maintained trails and a steep hill add to the peaceful, natural setting. - Address: Rancho Mission Canyon Park, 6005 Larchwood Ave, San Diego, CA 92120, USA - Atly: https://www.atly.com/location/RanchoMissionCanyonPark ### 6. Mission Trails Regional Park Large natural area offers peaceful hiking with amazing city views from the summit. Flat trails provide easy walks and biking for dogs, with a water station and dog parking near the visitors center. Trails suit both hikers and climbers, keeping a quiet atmosphere except near popular spots. - Address: Mission Trails Regional Park, 1 Father Junipero Serra Trail, San Diego, CA 92119, USA - Atly: https://www.atly.com/location/MissionTrailsRegionalPark ### 7. Kwaay Paay Peak Trail offers a steep incline with knee-high steps that challenge hikers. Dogs on leash are welcome, but some owners neglect cleanup. At the top, enjoy a bay panorama that makes the climb worthwhile. - Address: RXH3+7C San Diego, CA, USA - Atly: https://www.atly.com/location/KwaayPaayPeak ## Get this data directly This page comes from the Atly Places API, which scores close to 2 million places against more than 1,400 intents — "nice view", "work friendly", "gluten free", "dog friendly" — from what real reviewers say, with the statements behind every score. - **MCP server:** `https://agentic-api.atly.com/mcp` — connect it in ChatGPT or Claude. Nothing to install. - **Guide for agents:** - **OpenAPI contract:** - **No key needed to start.** `POST https://agentic-api.atly.com/v0/keys` with an email raises the quota. Coverage is densest in the United States, with pockets in Mexico, Israel and Thailand.