Photos by Dave Contreras
Rating: four of four paws.
As a fluffy mini goldendoodle, I have standards. When it comes to walks, I go for the spots that were made for dogs like me. For canal walks, paws down, the one I take with my human is one of the best. Here's why:
- The route. Start at Granada Park, follow the Arizona Canal to the Biltmore, and loop back to the parking lot.
- The path. It's well kept and easy on paws. Bonus: it gets my human off the couch and moving. You're welcome.
- The air. When the water's flowing, it's cooler by the canal, and a breeze keeps things fresh.
- The view. Mountains, city skyline, and plenty to sniff.
- The company. Joggers, bikes and fellow walkers. Leash on, manners sharp.
One heads-up: in wet, humid seasons the gnats and mosquitoes show up, so pick a breezy day. In summer, go early. Always pack water and bags.
For canal safety tips, see SRP's canal safety page.
Now I'm curious. Where do your paws like to walk? Tell us at dave@postmarq.org.
Research and drafting assisted by AI (Claude). Verified by Dave Contreras.