Adventures are better with your best friend! That's why Pacific Surfliner makes it easy to explore Southern California with your four-legged pal by your side. From coastal walks to patio lunches, we sniffed out some of the top pet-approved stops along the Pacific Surfliner route.
What's the pet policy for Amtrak Pacific Surfliner?
A quicker refresher on our pet policy: Dogs and cats up to 20 pounds (including their carrier) are welcome aboard Pacific Surfliner trains. Just make a pet reservation in advance, bring an approved carrier, and you’re good to go!
Get the full rundown on our pets page before you book your next adventure.
6 Pet-Friendly Trip Ideas on Pacific Surfliner
San Luis Obispo
Nothing is too good for your pooch, including a day at one of Southern California’s award-winning wineries. Pacific Surfliner passengers rave about all the places they visit after a relaxing ride along the coast. Just a 10-minute ride from the San Luis Obispo Station, pets are welcome at many vineyards and tasting rooms, like Wolff Vineyards. If you prefer to hit the hiking trails with your pet, Terrace Hill Loop is less than a half mile from the train station and offers panoramic views of the area.
Grover Beach
Grover Beach is the gateway to the Oceano Sand Dunes, which features rolling hills of sand that meet the water. Or, head to the Monarch Butterfly Grove at nearby Pismo Beach to go nose-to-nose with monarch butterflies who rest in the eucalyptus and cypress trees.
Santa Barbara
Santa Barbara is a dog’s dream come true! Take your pup for a leashed walk along the scenic coastal trail that winds between East and West Beaches, with stunning ocean views the whole way. When it’s time to unwind, grab dinner at The Lark in the Funk Zone, where pets are welcome on the outdoor patio.
Ventura
Head to the beach for some fun on the sand in Ventura! Surfers Point (the beach right next to the train station) welcomes leashed dogs. Take a walk along the Ventura Pier (leashed dogs are allowed there, too!)
San Juan Capistrano
Take a scenic walk through the historic Los Rios district, and explore the grounds of Mission San Juan Capistrano (dogs are allowed on weekdays). Have lunch at Trevors on the Tracks, which allows pets on their outdoor patio – there’s even a dish called the “Surfliner”!
Oceanside
For pets who love a good ocean breeze, Oceanside is the place to be. Take a leashed stroll with your furry friend along The Strand, a scenic paved path next to the beach, and don't forget to stop by Stone Brewing Tap Room for a craft beer and some patio time with your favorite travel buddy!
With pet-friendly stops up and down the coast, the Pacific Surfliner makes traveling with your four-legged companion easier (and cuter) than ever. Plan your next trip, sit back, and let the good times roll!
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