Best Dog Parks Near Camarillo, CA (2026)

Camarillo runs more fenced dog parks than almost any other city in the county, from a lighted evening yard to a wooded, shaded option. Most sit within a few minutes of each other, so it is easy to try a different one each weekend. See the full Camarillo events guide for more weekend ideas.

Top-Rated Dog Parks Near Camarillo

1. Freedom Dog Park (Camarillo)

Location: 275 E. Pleasant Valley Rd., Camarillo, CA 93010

For a Camarillo dog park stop, Freedom Dog Park brings fenced, separate small-dog area, nighttime lighting to the table, all at no entry fee. It is worth the drive on a free afternoon.

Good to know: fenced, off-leash, separate small-dog area, nighttime lighting, double-gated entry, shade structure. Closed Tuesdays.

Parent tip: Skip Tuesday mornings, when the whole park closes until noon for lawn maintenance.

For current hours and seasonal closures, see the official Freedom Dog Park page.

2. Springville Dog Park (Camarillo)

Location: 801 Via Zamora, Camarillo, CA 93010

Springville Dog Park in Camarillo offers fenced, separate small-dog area, double-gate entry, giving dogs room to run without a lot of guesswork. It runs on a set schedule (closed Friday), so check before a special trip.

Good to know: fenced, off-leash, separate small-dog area, double-gate entry, shade structures, water fountain. Closed Fridays.

Parent tip: Hours run 7am to dusk Monday-Friday; the park closes Friday mornings until 10am for maintenance.

3. Mission Oaks Dog Park (Camarillo)

Location: 5501 Mission Oaks Blvd., Camarillo, CA 93012

Mission Oaks Dog Park sits in Camarillo with off-leash area plus fenced, benches. It keeps regular open hours with no scheduled closures to plan around.

Good to know: off-leash area, fenced, benches.

Parent tip: Open dawn to dusk with no separate small-dog side, so keep an eye on size mismatches.

4. Camarillo Grove Dog Park (Camarillo)

Location: 6968 E. Camarillo Springs Rd., Camarillo, CA 93010

Camarillo Grove Dog Park in Camarillo offers off-leash area, fenced, wooded setting, giving dogs room to run without a lot of guesswork. It keeps regular open hours with no scheduled closures to plan around.

Good to know: off-leash area, fenced, wooded setting, trees.

Parent tip: Open dawn to dusk; a parking fee can apply for the main park lot, so bring some cash.

5. Windrow Off-Leash Dog Park (Oxnard)

For a family coming from Camarillo, the drive clocks in at about 13 min without traffic, an easy add-on if you're already headed toward Oxnard.

Location: 764 Nile River Dr, Oxnard, CA 93036

Windrow Off-Leash Dog Park in Oxnard offers fenced, separate small-dog area, agility equipment, giving dogs room to run without a lot of guesswork. It keeps regular open hours with no scheduled closures to plan around.

Good to know: fenced, off-leash, separate small-dog area, agility equipment, water fountains, restrooms.

Parent tip: Open 8am-5pm daily; bring your own water bowl since the fountains can get busy on weekends.

Hours and amenities shift with the season — confirm today's on the Windrow Off-Leash Dog Park city page.

6. Moorpark Dog Park (Moorpark)

Heading out of Camarillo, budget about 13 min on the road, short enough for a spur-of-the-moment weekday trip.

Location: 15400 Campus Park Drive, Moorpark, CA 93021

Moorpark Dog Park is one of the better-equipped options near Moorpark, with fenced, separate small-dog area and parking rounding it out. It runs on a set schedule (closed Wednesday), so check before a special trip.

Good to know: fenced, off-leash, separate small-dog area, shade trees, water spigots, ADA accessible. Closed Wednesdays.

Parent tip: Hours shift with daylight saving (7am-5pm winter, 7am-7pm summer); the whole park closes Wednesdays for upkeep.

Planning a specific day? Check the Moorpark Dog Park status page for closures first.

How we picked these

All picks are public, fenced off-leash areas run by the Pleasant Valley Recreation and Park District or a neighboring city, not private or HOA yards. We favored separate small-dog sections, water access, and shade. Details come from district park pages and visitor reports, never paid placements.

Planning your visit

Camarillo stays mild year-round, though inland afternoons can warm up more than the coastal parks nearby. Leash dogs through the parking lot before the gate, and keep vaccination tags on hand since some yards post rules at the entrance. Weekend mornings draw the biggest crowds at Freedom and Springville, so an early visit means more space to run.

For more kids' events near Camarillo this week, see the Camarillo events page.

Taking Kids to Camarillo Dog Parks

• Walking feet only: running kids look like prey or playmates to excited dogs, and either way they get knocked down. Keep little ones beside you, not weaving through the pack.
• Ask the owner before petting: every time, even for dogs that look friendly. Teach kids to offer a closed fist for a sniff first and skip dogs that are eating, playing tug, or guarding a toy.
• One person works the gate: Freedom Dog Park and most Camarillo-area dog parks use double-gated entries so off-leash dogs can't bolt. Let an adult handle both gates; kids wait inside the airlock, not holding a gate open.
• Stick to the small-dog side with toddlers when both sides are open. You get smaller dogs, slower play, and far fewer body-checks at kid height.

Before You Load Up the Car

• Check the maintenance closure: Springville Dog Park and several other Camarillo-area dog parks close one weekday morning for mowing and sanitizing, and shut down after heavy rain to protect the turf. The official page linked on each card has current status.
• Bring water for dogs and kids: fountains exist at most parks but go offline in winter and during repairs. A collapsible bowl beats sharing the communal one during peak season.
• Vaccination tags on the collar: current rabies tags are required everywhere, and some cities also require a paid park permit or registration. Check the card's "Good to know" line before your first visit.
• Mind the surface in summer: decomposed granite and artificial turf hit paw-burning (and flip-flop-melting) temperatures by midday. Morning and evening visits are kinder to everyone's feet.

Camarillo Dog Parks, Frequently Asked Questions

What are the best dog parks for kids near Camarillo, CA?

Our 2026 guide picks 6 standout dog parks within about 10 miles of Camarillo. The top picks include Freedom Dog Park, Springville Dog Park and Mission Oaks Dog Park, each chosen for kid-friendly layout, parent reviews, and how well it holds up on a weekend visit.

Are dog parks near Camarillo free?

Yes, every dog park in this guide is free to visit, with no admission fee or ticket required for Freedom Dog Park, Springville Dog Park, Mission Oaks Dog Park or any of the other picks.

What is the closest dog park to Camarillo?

Freedom Dog Park is the closest pick at under a mile from Camarillo. It's the easiest one to fit into a weekday afternoon, short drive, low commitment, easy to leave early if the kids melt down.

When are dog parks near Camarillo busiest?

Weekdays from 5 to 7 p.m. (the after-work rush) and weekend mornings. For calmer visits with kids, aim for weekday mid-mornings or early afternoons. In summer, go before 10 a.m. or after 7 p.m., turf and granite surfaces get hot enough to burn paws by midday. Most area dog parks also close one weekday morning for maintenance, so check the official page linked above before driving out.