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Walk through beautiful Central Park and let your dog run free at Raymond G. Gamma Dog Park.
Santa Clara, in the heart of Silicon Valley, offers an impressive array of dog-friendly amenities for its tech-savvy residents. Raymond G. Gamma Dog Park is the premier off-leash destination, featuring separate areas for large and small dogs, synthetic turf for all-weather play, water fountains, and lighting for evening sessions. Larry J. Marsalli Park and Everett N. "Eddie" Souza Park also provide designated off-leash areas.
For on-leash adventures, Central Park is a gem. Its paved trails wind through shaded areas, past a picturesque duck pond, a rose garden, and expansive open lawns perfect for a relaxing stroll with your dog. The larger Santa Clara County trail system—including iconic parks like Almaden Quicksilver and Santa Teresa—is easily accessible for weekend hiking adventures. Santa Clara seamlessly blends urban convenience with excellent pet infrastructure.

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Yes, Raymond G. Gamma Dog Park offers separate areas for large and small dogs with synthetic turf, water fountains, and lighting.
Yes, leashed dogs are welcome at Central Park on its paved walking trails around the duck pond, rose garden, and open lawns.
Yes, besides Gamma Dog Park, Larry J. Marsalli Park and Everett N. "Eddie" Souza Park also have designated off-leash dog areas.
Yes, with multiple off-leash parks, beautiful Central Park, and access to Santa Clara County's extensive trail system, it's very dog-friendly.