Dog Friendly Activities in The Villages, FL

There are 4 dog friendly activities in The Villages, and 33 more nearby. Use the links below to get an overview of each one, see pictures, print directions, and even read reviews from other dog owners. Coming from out of town? Get a discounted rate on pet friendly hotels in The Villages.

Pet Friendly Spanish Springs Town Square
Spanish Springs Town Square Leashed dogs are welcome at Spanish Springs Town Square, a pet-friendly outdoor space in The Villages, FL. The square features frequent live music, as well as outdoor seating, a stage, a fountain, and is surrounded by restaurants and shops. See Details
Pet Friendly Brownwood Paddock Square
Brownwood Paddock Square Leashed dogs are welcome at Brownwood Paddock Square, a pet-friendly outdoor entertainment space in The Villages, FL. Enjoy nightly entertainment from the log cabin stage, frequent festivals and celebrations all in a charming environment surrounded by restaurants and shops. See Details
Brinson/Perry Dog Park Brinson/Perry Dog Park in The Villages, FL, includes four areas for dogs to play. There are designated areas for small and large dogs, as well as doggy amenities, water, waste stations, benches and pleasant scenery. Dog Park users must be 13 years of age or older and must have their Villages Resident ID card or a valid guest ID card and a photo ID. Guest 13-18 years of age must be accompanied by a Village resident or guest 19 years of age or older. See Details
Mulberry Dog Park in the Village of Springdale Mulberry Dog Park in the Village of Springdale offers a fenced area for Fido to play in The Villages, FL. The park is located adjacent to the fitness trail near the Village of Springdale and open daily until dusk. The park features water and waste stations, and benches. Dog park users must be at least 13 years of age and have their Villages Resident ID card, or a guest ID card along with a photo ID. Guests 13-18 years of age must be accompanied by a Village resident of guest 19 years of age or older. See Details
Don Garlits Museum of Drag Racing Bring Fido to Don Garlits Museum of Drag Racing, a dog-friendly drag strip and antique car museum in Ocala, FL. Leashed pups, or those cruising in strollers, are very welcome to join you as you learn the history of one of America's most loved motorsports through the lens of memorabilia, cars and more. See Details
Dade Battlefield Historic State Park Dogs are allowed to join their owners at Dade Battlefield Historic State Park in Bushnell, FL. This pet-friendly park welcomes leashed dogs onto any of the outside battlefield areas. Established in 1921 to preserve and commemorate the site of Dade's Battle of 1835, nowadays you can enjoy the picnic areas, hiking trails and variety of wildlife. The state park is open daily, and there is a vehicle entrance fee. See Details
Lake Griffin State Park Leashed dogs are welcome at Lake Griffin State Park, made up of 620-acres of marshland and trees in Fruitland Park, FL. Enjoy the two pet-friendly, sandy hiking trails that meander through roughly two miles of the park's woodland. Canoeing and kayaking are also popular activities at the park. Please keep Fido on a leash that is 6-feet in length or shorter, and be aware the dogs are not permitted in any of the buildings at the park. Trails can be very wet during the rainy summer months. See Details
Letty Towles Dog Park Bring Fido for some off-leash fun at the spacious Letty Towles Dog Park, located within the Jervey Gantt Recreation Center in Ocala, FL. This 4.5-acre fenced dog park offers separate sections for small and large pups, concrete tunnels, sandpits for digging, water stations, benches, pavilions and a splash pad. Please note that the dog park is closed on Wednesdays and Thursdays to allow the grass time to recover. See Details
Green Mountain Scenic Overlook & Trailhead Green Mountain Scenic Overlook and Trailhead is pet-friendly. This small county park is located a short distance west of Lake Apopka and offers the highest elevations in Central Florida, provding a sweeping panorama of the lake and Florida’s longest set of trail switchbacks. The trail can be accessed every day of the week from 7am to 8pm. See Details
Venetian Gardens Park Leashed dogs are welcome at Venetian Gardens Park in Leesburg, FL. This 64-acre pet-friendly park has several paved paths to walk your dog as well as a pavilion and benches. See Details
World Equestrian Center The World Equestrian Center facilities are spectator friendly with many ways to watch the competitions. Experience the excitement of equestrian sports at its finest. Spectators at World Equestrian Center are encouraged to patronize the vendors at World Equestrian Center. Take advantage of on-site dining, retail and more! In addition, leashed dogs are welcome at the World Equestrian Center and are able to travel freely about the facility with their handlers. See Details
Doggie Doo Run Run Bring Fido to Doggie Doo Run Run, a fenced, off-leash dog park in Oxford, FL. This dog-friendly space features a few trees that provide shade, a dog bath area, and a covered space with chairs. There is a sign in book and a place to leave a donation if you do not have a membership. Use the metal rods with flags to mark where your dog goes to the bathroom, because this park includes waste pick up. See Details
Ski Beach Boat Ramp Leashed dogs are allowed at Ski Beach Boat Ramp in Leesburg, FL. This lakefront location features a pet-friendly walking trail along the water, as well as a small beach area. This area is within the Venetian Gardens, and can be accessed via walking trails. See Details
PEAR Park Dog Park PEAR Park Dog Park in Leesburg, FL, is an off-leash dog park with several fenced areas for various sized dogs and seating for owners. The park also the Dog Loop Trail that welcomes leashed dogs. Dogs are not allowed on the fields, courts or playground areas and may not enter the Wildlife Conservation Area, which is marked with signage. See Details
Leesburg Dog Park Bring Fido for some off-leash fun with canines friends at Leesburg Dog Park in Leesburg, FL. This half-acre dog park is home to a dog rinse station, canine water stations, shaded picnic tables, fire hydrants and separate areas for large and small dogs. See Details
Ocala Downtown Market The Ocala Downtown Market is a pet-friendly attraction in Florida. Your leashed pup is welcome to tag along to browse their selection inside the open-air pavilion blocks off downtown. During your visit you'll find farm stands, crafts, food trucks and more. The market is held year-round on Saturdays, rain or shine. See Details
Lake Panasoffkee Dog Park Fido can play off-leash at Lake Panasoffkee Dog Park, a fenced dog park in Lake Panasoffkee, FL. The park also offers walking trails that welcome leashed dogs. The fenced playground adjacent to the dog park is reserved for humans only. See Details
Tuscawilla Park Situated just northeast of the Historic Downtown Ocala, Tuscawilla Park is a beautiful secret right in the heart of Marion County set on a calm lake with diverse birds. The trails are dog friendly. A favorite addition to the park is the Art Park, where you can explore larger than life art sculptures while still enjoying the fresh air. Please note that dogs are not permitted on playground area. See Details
Ocala National Forest Leashed dogs are welcome at Ocala National Forest, a pet-friendly outdoor space in Umatilla, FL. While pups are not permitted on the beaches at swimming areas and springs, they are welcome on the numerous wooded trails throughout this scenic location. Fishing, kayaking, cycling and other activities are popular throughout this natural space. Please note that this forest is expansive, with numerous access points and trailheads. See Details
Lake Idamere Dog Park Lake Idamere Dog Park in Tavares, FL, features many dog agility obstacles for Fido to enjoy. The park overlooks a small lake and has benches and shelters for your convenience. See Details
The Villages, FL, US