Dog Friendly Activities in Indiana

Don’t leave Fido in the hotel room when you’re on vacation. Get out and play! No matter where you’re headed in Indiana, we can point you towards the nearest off-leash dog park, the most popular dog beach, a really great hiking trail, and lots of other places to play with Fido.

Pet Friendly Indiana Dunes National Park
Indiana Dunes National Park Indiana Dunes National Park is a dog-friendly attraction in Porter, IN. Explore this beautiful nature center and dunes area with your leashed pet. Dogs are permitted on all beaches in the park except the West Beach swimming area. Before leaving, be sure to stop by the Visitors Center to have Fido certified as an official National Park B.A.R.K. Ranger! See Details
Pet Friendly RV Motorhome Hall of Fame and Museum
RV Motorhome Hall of Fame and Museum RV/MH Hall of Fame and Museum is a pet-friendly, 100,000 square foot museum in Elkhart, IN, that features a variety of historical recreational vehicles from Airstream, Winnebago and other American makers. Well-behaved dogs on a leash are welcome throughout the grounds. See Details
Indiana Dunes State Park Indiana Dunes State Park consists of 2,182 acres of primitive, beautiful, historic and unique Hoosier landscape in Chesterton, IN. It lies at the north end of State Road 49 in Porter County, and includes more than 3 miles of beautiful beach along Lake Michigan’s southern shore. The national lakeshore beaches to the east of the park are pet friendly - Kemil Beach, Dunbar Beach and Lake View Beach. Dogs must be on a leash at all times, even when swimming in the lake. Handlers allowing pets to chase birds or otherwise harass wildlife are subject to a citation. Pet handlers are responsible for carrying waste off the beach. See Details
Linton's Enchanted Gardens Linton's Enchanted Gardens in Elkhart, IN is pet friendly. Leashed dogs are welcome to wander the grounds and explore Linton's shoppe, garden center and nursery. Please note that dogs are not permitted inside the Garden Cafe. See Details
Metazoa Brewing Company Metazoa Brewing Company is a dog-friendly craft brewery and dog park in Indianapolis that donates 5% of its profits to animal and wildlife organizations. Well-behaved, leashed dogs are welcome inside the taproom and outdoor patio, and pups can be off-leash within the dog park. You can even rent out space to have Fido's birthday party! Food trucks visit frequently. Please note that the tap room is for ages 21 and over only. See Details
Monon Trail Bring your dog along to explore the Monon Trail, a converted railway that winds for 26 miles through Indianapolis, connecting Sheridan, Carmel and other smaller communities along the way. The paved, dog-friendly trail welcomes Fido on a leash, as long as they are cleaned up after. The trail can be accessed from sunrise to sunset. See Details
Fort Harrison State Park Fort Harrison State Park is dog-friendly. Formerly the site of Fort Benjamin Harrison, the park features a Citizen's Military Training Camp, Civilian Conservation Corps camp and a World War II prisoner of war camp. As well as being a wander back through time, there are plenty of trails you can actually wander with Fido to enjoy the natural beauty of the park. Pups are welcome on all of the trails, as long as they are on a leash under six feet and you clean up any mess after them. See Details
Clifty Falls State Park Dogs are welcome at pet-friendly Clifty Falls State Park in Madison, IN. You and Fido will discover Clifty Canyon, offering stunning scenery that can be viewed on one of the hiking trails that weaves around the park. There are ten pet-friendly trails in total, varying from steep to easy and all offering a different adventure. Although the canyon is incredibly beautiful, the main attraction are the falls themselves. Every time you visit the park you'll notice that the falls offer a different view, sometimes the water crashes over and other times it trickles tranquilly. Dogs must remain on a leash under six feet for the duration of their stay and owners are reminded to clean up after their pets. See Details
Spring Mill State Park Dogs are welcome at Spring Mill State Park, a pet-friendly recreation area in Mitchell, IN. Back in the day, pioneers built gristmills, a wool mill, a saw mill, and a distillery in the area using the water flowing from cave springs to power them. You and Fido can enjoy wandering around the regenerated forest on the eight pet-friendly trails in the park, some of them leading to caves in the Spring Mill State Park and Cave River Valley Natural Area. See Details
Pokagon State Park Dogs are welcome at pet-friendly Pokagon State Park in Angola, IN, where Native American heritage can be seen around every corner. Lake James and Snow Lake are next to the park and they provide great spots for pooches who love boating, swimming, and fishing. There are nine trails to enjoy in the area as well, varying from easy trails through pine trees, hardwood forest, and rolling land to rugged pathways through swamps and forests. See Details
Mounds State Park Leashed dogs are welcome at Mounds State Park, a pet-friendly historical park in Anderson, IN. This popular park is constructed around the sites of ten unique earthen mounds constructed by the Adena-Hopewell people. The largest is the Great Mound, which is said to have been constructed all the way back in 160 B.C. and was once used for religious ceremonies. There are also many trails you and Fido can explore throughout this park. See Details
Lanthier Winery & Distillery Lanthier Winery & Distillery in Madison, IN is home to a dog-friendly tasting room and patio. They are located in an 18th century building with a stunning garden. The Cellarmaster of Lanthier Winery, Chris Lanthier, has handcrafted numerous award winning wines over the years, and you can enjoy sampling 15 different varieties in the tasting room. See Details
Mallow Run Winery Leashed dogs can join you in outdoor spaces at Mallow Run Winery, a pet-friendly establishment in Bargersville, IN. You and Fido can relax on the deck, patio and lawn while you sample a variety of their delicious wine or hard ciders. See Details
Woodland Dog Park Woodland Dog Park in Portage, IN has two separate fenced sections for large and small dogs. Visitors will find shade trees, bench seating and fun agility equipment and obstacles to entertain athletic pups. See Details
16-Bit Bar + Arcade 16-Bit Bar + Arcade is a pet-friendly activity in Indianapolis, IN. Whether it's Donkey Kong, Duck Hunt, Street Fighter, or Tapper, you play for free if you're buying drinks. Leashed dogs can cheer you on by your side all night. See Details
Ox Bow Park Ox Bow Park is a pet-friendly natural park in Goshen, IN, with camping shelters, an observation deck, sports courts, disc golf, and nature trails. Your pooch can join you on the trails and throughout the park located on the banks of Elkhart River. The pretty park is a lovely place to have a stroll with your leashed dog. A small entrance fee is required to gain access to Ox Bow Park. See Details
Beasley's Orchard Leashed dogs are allowed at Beasley's Orchard, a pet-friendly market in Danville, IN. You are allowed to shop with Fido at this adorable, country store-themed orchard and sniff out produce, cider, jams, baked goods and much more. See Details
Chain O' Lakes State Park Chain O' Lakes State Park in Albion, IN is dog friendly. If you and Fido love nothing more than being by the water, the nine lakes at this park are the ideal destination. You and your pooch are welcome to explore the park by paddling through the lakes or on the eight forested trails that vary between 0.5 miles and 2.5 miles. There are a number of pet-friendly picnic areas dotted around as well. Dogs must be leashed and cleaned up after during your visit. See Details
Mississinewa Lake Dogs are allowed to join their owners at Mississinewa Lake in Peru, IN. This pet-friendly flood-control reservoir is ideal for recreational boat users and anglers. There are six marked trails in the park that dog owners are welcome to use with their pooches alongside them. Ornithologists and wildlife lovers will be amazed by the views from the hiking trails that weave through expanses of forests, prairies, and farmland. If you plan on bringing Fido with you to the lake, remember to keep them on a leash under six feet for the entirety of your visit. Please note that pets are not permitted on the beach. See Details
Prophetstown State Park Dog-friendly Prophetstown State Park is Indiana’s newest state park and located where the Tippecanoe River meets the Wabash near the town of Battle Ground northeast of Lafayette, IN. The park's landscape has been shaped by ice from glaciers, moving water, fire, and human hands that helped maintain the vast tall prairie grass. Leashed dogs can accompany you along 13 miles of hiking trails. See Details
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