Top Dog-Friendly Activities Worldwide

Don’t leave Fido in the hotel room when you’re on vacation. Get out and play! No matter where you’re headed, 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.

Rosie's Dog Beach

Long Beach, CA

Rosie's Dog Beach Take Fido for a splash at the pet-friendly Rosie's Dog Beach in Long Beach, CA! While not a fully fenced or officially designated dog beach, dogs are welcome to enjoy the sand and surf during the daily Dog Zone hours from 6:00 AM to 8:00 PM. Be sure to keep your pup leashed on the way in, but once inside the designated area, they’re free to roam and play off-leash. For full guidelines and rules, check out their website. See Details

Burkes Beach

Hilton Head Island, SC

Burkes Beach Burkes Beach in Hilton Head Island, SC is dog friendly before 10:00 AM and after 5:00 PM from April 1st through late September. It's within walking distance of the Chaplain Community Park, which includes the Best Friends Dog Park. If you don't like to walk, there is free parking at the Community Park and metered parking at the beach access point. See Details

Bowman's Beach Park

Sanibel, FL

Bowman's Beach Park Bowman's Beach Park is a beautiful, secluded beach in Sanibel, FL featuring dog-friendly hiking trails. Park amenities include picnic tables, grills, bathrooms and a pavilion. Dogs are allowed on leash. Please note, there is a parking fee. See Details

Barefoot Landing

North Myrtle Beach, SC

Barefoot Landing Located along the Intracoastal Waterway, the dog-friendly Barefoot Landing in North Myrtle Beach, SC, combines beauty and nature with fun and excitement for the entire family. Leashed pets are welcome to join you for shopping, dining and entertainment along the boardwalk area. Several restaurants encourage patrons to dine with their pets in outside seating areas. And don't forget to visit Faux Paws for novelty items, t-shirts, toys, costumes, gourmet treats and even a photo op' for Fido. See Details

Gatlinburg Trail

Gatlinburg, TN

Gatlinburg Trail The Gatlinburg Trail is one of only two pet-friendly trails in the Great Smoky Mountains near Gatlinburg, TN. The trail extends 1.9 miles one-way from the Sugarlands Visitor Center to the outskirts of the city. Hikers will see beautiful views of the Little Pigeon River and come across foundations and chimneys of several old homesites along the way. See Details

Sugarlands Distilling Company

Gatlinburg, TN

Sugarlands Distilling Company Sugarlands Distilling Company in Gatlinburg, TN, is a dog-friendly industrial moonshine maker. This great spot offers indoor and outdoor tours, tastings, and even live music events for you and Fido to attend. As there's no food prepared on the premises, you can bring them inside and out to enjoy the festivities and the numerous spirits available, including moonshine, whiskey, and twists on classics like root beer. Dogs are served pup cups! See Details

Crab Island Cruises

Destin, FL

Crab Island Cruises Head out to Crab Island for a day of fun in the sand and surf with your furry best friend aboard a dog-friendly pontoon rental from Crab Island Cruises in Destin, FL. Well-behaved dogs on all their cruises! What makes Crab Island Cruises unique is the fact that a driver is included in your boat rental, meaning that you can focus on having fun while someone else does the driving. Crab Island Cruises provides nearly everything you need for an unforgettable day including: boat and captain, PFDs, fuel, beach towels, float and water toys, bottled water, a case of your favorite beverage, plates, napkins, utensils, cooler with ice, beach towels, a photo book of your excursion, and more. See Details

U.S. National Whitewater Center

Charlotte, NC

U.S. National Whitewater Center The U.S. National Whitewater Center (USNWC) is a dog-friendly non-profit on 400 acres of woodlands along the Catawba River in Charlotte, NC. Visitors can enjoy mountain biking, running trails, a climbing center, zip lines, high rope courses, and the multiple-channel, customized whitewater river. Leashed dogs are allowed on the grounds, outdoor restaurants, hiking trails, kayaks, and stand-up paddle boards, but they cannot join you on the zip line, ropes courses or whitewater rafts. See Details

Rock City

Lookout Mountain, GA

Rock City Bring your furry best friend to the dog-friendly Rock City in Lookout Mountain, GA, for a mountain adventure. Leashed pets can explore The Enchanted Trail that takes you through the 14-acre property. You'll see over 400 different species of flora, panoramic views of seven states (on clear days) and even a waterfall. There's a cafe at the top of the mountain that offers a dog menu and pup cups. See Details

Custer State Park

Custer, SD

Custer State Park Custer State Park offers 71,000 acres of amazing views and dog-friendly outdoor experiences in Custer, SD. Leashed dogs are welcome throughout the park. The 18-mile Wildlife Loop allows pets and humans to explore the park and view the indigenous wildlife from the comfort of the car. There are also many dog-friendly hiking trails where pets are welcome to join the fun. Set out on a hike along Black Elk Peak Loop, a seven-mile route with stunning views of the cathedral spires and Black Hills wilderness. Visitors should note that dogs are not allowed at designated swimming beaches or in any park buildings (including camping cabins, lodges and comfort stations). See Details

Driftwood Beach

Jekyll Island, GA

Driftwood Beach Driftwood Beach in Jekyll Island, GA is dog friendly. This sandy area is covered in beautiful pieces of driftwood, perfect for Fido to hide under when it's hot. Dogs must be on a leash, but they can still have fun wandering in the calm surf and on the golden sand. See Details

The Amish Farm and House

Lancaster, PA

The Amish Farm and House The Amish Farm and House is a dog-friendly attraction in Lancaster, PA. Fido is welcome to join you on bus, house and farm tours, provided your furry friend is on a leash. Opened nearly 60 years ago, they have hosted travelers worldwide, making this a great stop to check out with your pup. See Details

Scenic Cruise of St. Augustine

St. Augustine, FL

Scenic Cruise of St. Augustine Well-behaved, leashed dogs are welcome on tours with the Scenic Cruise of St. Augustine in Florida. Relax and enjoy a 75-minute cruise aboard the Victory III. The Captain-narrated tours offer a wonderful, dog-friendly way to view Saint Augustine’s historical landmarks and points of interest. They're open seasonally, so be sure to check their schedule. See Details

Buffalo Trace Distillery

Frankfort, KY

Buffalo Trace Distillery Bring Fido to Buffalo Trace in Frankfort, KY for a tour of the distillery. Most of the property is dog friendly, including the tasting area and gift shop. Dogs are not allowed in the bottling building. Tours range from a National Historic Landmark Tour to a Ghost Tour of the paranormal areas featured on "Ghost Hunters." Times, tastings, duration and reservation requirements vary by tour, so dog owners should check the website or call ahead before planning their outing. See Details

Theater of the Sea

Islamorada, FL

Theater of the Sea Bring Fido for a day of fun with your favorite aquatic friends! Theater of the Sea in Islamorada, FL, offers a variety of animal interaction programs for various ages and prices. Pet-friendly programs are available daily and include admission to the dolphin, sea lion and parrot shows, guided marine life tour, lagoon-side beach, and bottomless boat ride. Well-behaved dogs are welcome inside the park as long as they are cleaned up after. Please note that dogs aren't permitted in the Bird Show tent. See Details

Biloxi Shrimping Trip

Biloxi, MS

Biloxi Shrimping Trip Bring Fido on Biloxi Shrimping Trip in Biloxi, MS, and learn all about the shrimping industry on their dog-friendly, 60-minute tour. The staff is made up of a crew of dog lovers with an excellent knowledge of the Gulf Coast and the surrounding waterways. The waters are calm, and you might even spot a few dolphins along the way. See Details

Kentucky Horse Park

Lexington, KY

Kentucky Horse Park The Kentucky Horse Park in Lexington is the state's largest state-owned tourist attraction. The park is dedicated to sharing Kentucky’s love of horses with the world, and hosts nearly one million visitors and 19,000 competition horses in 200 special events and horse shows annually. It's a working horse farm, educational theme park, equine competition facility, and equine office park all in one. Dogs are allowed to accompany their owners on the park's outdoor grounds as long as they are leashed or confined to an approved kennel. If carried or confined to a wheeled kennel, pets are allowed to go into the gift shop, but they may not go inside restaurants or the Alltech Arena. Dog-friendly outdoor seating is available at the restaurants. Pets are allowed in the museum lobby but not in the museum exhibits, so visitors will need to take turns staying with their pets outside of these areas. Pets are not allowed to be left unattended in vehicles, roam without a leash, or tied-out on the grounds. See Details

Jekyll Island Dolphin Tours

Jekyll Island, GA

Jekyll Island Dolphin Tours Dogs are welcome to join you for a private, pet-friendly tour with Jekyll Island Dolphin Tours to see one of Georgia's Golden Isles. You can experience a sunset tour and get up close and personal with dolphins and other sea life in their natural habitat. Sunset tours depart an hour before sunset and wind around the waterways of the Golden Isles. Make sure you contact the tour operator in advance to see if there's room on board for your dog. See Details

Swamp Head Brewery

Gainesville, FL

Swamp Head Brewery Swamp Head Brewery is a dog-friendly brewery in Gainesville, FL, welcoming Fido inside the tasting room and on the covered patio. They offer a wide selection of year-round, seasonal and limited release beers. Patrons can sample a bold, diverse selection of Florida style brews like Cottonmouth, Wild Night, and Big Nose IPA. Food trucks are often available on site, and guests are always welcome to bring their own food. See Details

Cedar Lakes Woods and Gardens

Williston, FL

Cedar Lakes Woods and Gardens Cedar Lakes Woods and Gardens is a beautiful, dog-friendly botanical garden in Williston, FL. The park features cascading waterfalls, 50+ garden displays, koi ponds and countless breathtaking views. Leashed dogs are welcome as long as they're under your control at all times and on a non-retractable leash. Dogs must be friendly, current on vaccines and cleaned up after. Please note that pets aren't permitted during special events. See Details