California Catio Builds
Unique and Stunning Outdoor Cat Enclosures Tailored for Every Home
See how Cat Topia has revolutionized outdoor spaces across California. From San Diego to San Francisco, our custom builds showcase freestanding designs, tunnels, and painted creations, all built to withstand the state’s unique climate. Each project is designed to bring joy to cats and their families alike.
San Diego Multi-Level Pressure-Treated Catio
This San Diego, CA catio project features a spacious, freestanding enclosure constructed from durable pressure-treated wood with a clear, covered roof to provide protection from the elements. Designed on a deck floor and critter-proof fencing, this catio ensures safety and comfort for six feline residents. The interior is fully outfitted with wrap-around shelves, 4 cubbies, 3 hammocks, 2 floor-to-ceiling scratch posts, and multiple ramps for accessibility. The design incorporates natural elements like small potted trees and plenty of climbing opportunities, making it a stimulating and relaxing retreat for both older and younger cats. Built with a $50k budget in mind, this catio is a luxurious and functional addition to the home.
San Francisco, CA Redwood Freestanding Catio
This San Francisco, CA catio project features a spacious, freestanding enclosure constructed from durable redwood with a clear, covered roof to provide protection from the elements. The structure was painted white with stained redwood accents to create a striking contrast. Designed on a deck floor and critter-proof fencing, this catio ensures safety and comfort for six feline residents. The interior includes wrap-around shelves, 2 cubbies, 1 hammocks, and 2 cat ramps. Additionally, it features a tunnel leading directly to a window, offering seamless access for the cats. The design incorporates natural elements like a clear roof and plenty of climbing opportunities, making it a stimulating and relaxing retreat for both older and younger cats.
Elevated Deck Catio with Custom Features in Cayucos, California
This elevated catio in Cayucos, California, transforms a challenging upper-level deck into a stylish, cat-friendly retreat. Featuring a custom cat door for easy access, the design blends seamlessly with the deck while prioritizing aesthetics and functionality. Premium craftsmanship and options like redwood upgrades ensure a durable, elegant space for cats and their owner to enjoy.
Springville, CA Free Standing Catio
This Springville, California catio is a sturdy retreat for cats and owners, featuring durable materials, a connecting tunnel, ramps, shelves, and plenty of space for play and customization.
Pressure Treated Lumber El Sobrante, CA Catio
Constructed with durable pressure-treated lumber, this custom-built catio in El Sobrante, CA, offers the ultimate outdoor experience for cats. A spacious 7x7 freestanding enclosure is connected to the home via a 26-foot tunnel, ensuring easy access. Inside, multiple ramps, shelves, and perches provide endless opportunities for climbing, lounging, and play.
San Rafael, CA Pressure Treated Catio
This catio is located in San Rafael, featuring over 100 feet of tunnel connecting two freestanding catios. The first catio measures 6x8 feet, while the second is 8x8 feet. Both catios include multiple ramps, shelves, and multi-level platforms, offering an expansive cat jungle gym for endless exploration and play.
Pressure Treated El Cajon, CA Catio
Nestled beside a white stucco home in El Cajon, this custom catio pairs clean, modern design with cat-friendly features. A sturdy white frame and black mesh ensure safety and airflow, while carpeted ramps and perches inside invite play, rest, and exploration all year round.
Berkeley, CA Pressure Treated Catio
At 8 ft wide by 6 ft deep and 8 ft tall, it features pressure-treated wood, a clear roof, and secure 1x1-inch critter fencing. A standout 10-foot elevated tunnel connects the catio to a second-story window, creating a dynamic indoor-outdoor experience. Inside, six shelves, three ramps, and a cozy hammock offer endless exploration for curious cats.
Mather, CA Pressure Treated Catio
This catio is a 7x7x7.4-foot freestanding catio designed for both style and function. Built with pressure-treated lumber and 1x1-inch critter fencing, it features an open screened roof, step-up entry from the back, and seamless access from the home’s sliding glass doors. Inside, six shelves and three ramps offer cats a fun, multi-level space to climb, lounge, and explore safely outdoors.
Loomis, CA Pressure Treated Catio
This catio features a 8x8 main enclosure featuring a floor-to-ceiling scratch post, low-to-high tiered ramps, cozy cubbies, and an outdoor litter box area, all under a classic steel roof and durable PVC-coated fencing. A 10-foot tunnel leads to a 4x8 extension by the window, complete with hammocks and a plexiglass bubble dome, offering cats panoramic views and a seamless blend with the home’s architecture.
Sacramento, CA Pressure Treated Catio
This catio is a 4 × 8 ft pre-designed catio with a 6 ft tunnel that connects directly to a window, giving cats the freedom to stroll straight from indoors to their personal outdoor retreat. Painted in crisp white and built with pressure-treated lumber, this catio offers both elegance and durability. Inside, shelves and ramps create an engaging vertical playground, perfect for lounging, leaping, and surveying the garden. The fully enclosed structure includes a human-sized access door for ease of entry and maintenance. With its built-in tunnel and modern white finish, this design is a sleek and secure solution for stylish feline exploration.
Elk Grove, CA Cedar Catio
Stretching 12 feet wide with a height that nears the rooftop, this catio is a striking vertical design for elegant elevation and non-stop exploration. Framed in richly stained cedar and wrapped in black PVC-coated critter fencing, this 3'2" deep masterpiece maximizes wall space with tiered ramps, carpeted shelves, a cozy cubby, and a clear bubble dome for lounging in style. A central floor-to-ceiling scratch post adds full-body stretch appeal, while a solid metal roof provides lasting all-weather protection. With full professional installation, thoughtful design details, and a front-facing human access door, this catio delivers premium outdoor living for cats who crave the high life.
Oakley, CA Pressure Treated Catio
This is a custom-built catio and tunnel system designed for adventurous felines who love to roam safely between spaces. Measuring 10 feet wide by 6 feet deep and 8 feet tall, the main free-standing catio connects seamlessly to the home via a window catio and an impressive tunnel stretching 15 feet. Built from pressure-treated lumber and enclosed with 1"x1" black PVC-coated critter fencing, it features a clear polycarbonate roof for year-round weather protection. Inside, shelves, ramps, two cat cubbies, and two cat bridges offer endless climbing opportunities, while a natural wood scratch post adds enrichment. Dual access points, including a human entry door, an access door on the window catio, and two tunnel doors, make maintenance simple.
San Jose, CA Cedar Catio
This enclosure is a stunning custom catio and tunnel system designed to give cats the ultimate outdoor adventure while keeping them safe. Built from cedar lumber and secured with 1x1 black PVC-coated critterfencing, this project features two main catios connected by up to 60 feet of elevated tunnels. The first catio (2’ x 5’ x 8’) includes a wood-walled base for privacy and leads into a long tunnel system that winds toward the fence by the hot tub, complete with scenic perches near the pergola and above the fence opening for birdwatching and lounging. The second structure offers two additional enclosures (3’ x 2’ x 8’ and 5’ x 3’ x 8’) outfitted with bug screening, shelves, and ramps to encourage climbing and play. With a clear polycarbonate roof overhead, this catio blends beauty, durability, and function, creating a multi-level playground where cats can roam, perch, and explore to their hearts’ content.
Penn Valley, CA Pressure Treated Catio
This enclosure custom catio and tunnel system designed to give cats a royal outdoor retreat. This build features a freestanding catio measuring 4’ x 8’ x up to 8’ tall, connected to a window catio off the kitchen by an 8-foot tunnel. Crafted with pressure-treated lumber and enclosed in 2x2 black PVC-coated critter fencing, it ensures safety and long-lasting durability. Inside, shelves and ramps encourage climbing and play, while two cozy cat cubbies and a bubble dome provide perfect lounging and viewing spots. A classic ribbed steel roof protects the space from the elements, and a full-sized human entry door allows easy access.
Napa, CA Cedar Catio
This enclosure is a beautifully crafted catio measuring 8 ft wide, 4 ft deep, and up to 8 ft tall. Built on a sturdy deck base, this catio blends durability with elegance, thanks to its cedar lumber framing and rich stained finish. The clear polycarbonate roof allows sunlight to filter in while keeping the space protected from the elements. Inside, five thoughtfully placed shelves provide vertical exploration for climbing and lounging, while two cat cubbies offer cozy retreats. A natural cedar scratch post adds enrichment, encouraging healthy play and exercise. The enclosure is secured with black PVC-coated critterfencing and includes a human-access door for easy entry and cleaning.
San Diego, CA Painted Pressure Treated Catio
This enclosure is a custom-built catio designed to maximize comfort and adventure in a compact elevated space. Measuring approximately 96 inches long, 54 inches wide, and 4 feet tall, this catio is raised above the ground to sit neatly over an AC unit, making efficient use of the outdoor area. Built with pressure-treated lumber and finished with paint for durability, the structure features a wood base, secure access door, and sturdy black PVC-coated fencing. Inside, shelves and ramps create vertical exploration opportunities, while two cozy cat hammocks provide perfect lounging spots. A clear polycarbonate or classic ribbed steel roof shelters the space, ensuring cats can enjoy fresh air and sunshine while staying protected from the elements.
San Francisco, CA Painted Pressure Treated/Cedar Catio
This enclosure is a sleek custom catio measuring 14 ft deep, 7 ft wide, and up to 8 ft tall, designed with a contemporary aesthetic that blends functionality and style. Built from cedar lumber and finished in a bold black paint or stain with careful caulking, this structure is as durable as it is striking. Inside, cats enjoy a fully decked-out space featuring multiple shelves, ramps, cozy cubbies, and a natural scratch post for endless climbing and play. A cantilever deck creates a floating effect, complemented by composite decking for a polished modern look. The enclosure is secured with black PVC-coated 1x1 fencing and topped with a classic ribbed steel metal roof for lasting protection. A human-access door with a specialty lock ensures easy entry and safety.
Perris, CA Pressure Treated Catio
This enclosure is a custom designed catio measuring 8 ft wide, 4 ft deep, and 8 ft tall, crafted with durable pressure-treated lumber and enclosed with black PVC-coated welded wire for safety. Built on a sturdy deck base, this spacious enclosure features a sleek metal roof for reliable weather protection. A unique partition wall divides the space into two distinct areas, each equipped with its own door for separate access and functionality. Inside, 4–6 shelves are thoughtfully arranged in each section, encouraging climbing, lounging, and play while maximizing vertical exploration. Complementing the exterior enclosure, the interior setup includes two additional walls built into the back of the garage, also fitted with shelves and dual access doors. This dual-environment design offers cats the perfect combination of indoor comfort and outdoor adventure.
Moreno Valley, CA Redwood Catio
This enclosure is a freestanding 6 ft wide, 8 ft deep, and 8 ft tall custom catio inspired by The Claw Chalet design. Built entirely from natural redwood with a deck-style base for strength and drainage, this structure provides a warm, organic look that complements any patio space. It features tiered ramps and shelves that rise from low to high, a full-height access door, and clear polycarbonate roofing for light and weather protection. Crafted with 1x1 black PVC-coated fencing, it ensures lasting durability and safety. This catio includes all materials, on-site construction, and installation—creating a secure outdoor haven for feline relaxation and play.
