Dog-Friendly Activities Near CLW Airport

Leashed dogs are allowed on the north section only of Clearwater North Beach, which starts at Somerset Street in Clearwater, FL. Bring your pooch for a stroll along the sand and in the surf, as long as they are well-behaved and cleaned up after. Although there's no parking north of Somerset, public meter parking can be found on Mandalay Ave, south of Somerset.

Hammock Park is a dog-friendly park in Dunedin, FL, that contains pretty boardwalks that weave through the woods, a butterfly garden, a disc golf course, a comfortable picnic area, and a playground. Fido can join you on the boardwalks if they are on a leash under six feet and owners clean up any mess that they leave behind. There are pet waste stations provided and spots for Fido to have a drink, too.

Enterprise Dog Park in Clearwater, FL is a spacious field where dogs can play off leash. There are eight dog water fountains throughout the park and one for humans as well. Other features include a rinse station, benches, waste bag dispensers, walking trails and two canopy-covered picnic tables. The park is closed in the mornings on Mondays and Fridays for routine maintenance.

Located in the heart of Safety Harbor, FL, the pet-friendly Troubled Waters Brewing is a locally-owned and operated brewery serving a variety of draft and bottled beers. Well-behaved dogs are welcome to join you, but they must remain leashed at all times.

Bring your pup to the Eagle Lake Park Dog Park for some off-leash play in Largo, FL. This park features separate fenced areas for large and small dogs and plenty of shade. All canines must be current on vaccinations and leashed when entering and exiting the gated area. Leashed pups can also enjoy a stroll with you on the pet-friendly trails surrounding the dog park.

Bring your pup to play with his friends at Neighborhood BarK & Boutique, a dog park and bar in Safety Harbor, FL. Enjoy a drink while your pup gets his energy out in the fenced, turfed area. Fido can even enjoy his own doggie beer from the bar. You can also shop for dog treats, toys, accessories and more at the boutique.

Crooked Thumb Brewery creates stand up beers for a laid back crowd in the quaint city of Safety Harbor, FL. This dog-friendly taproom is situated at the top of Tampa Bay in a renovated warehouse and their freshly brewed beers can be enjoyed in the spacious tasting room or outdoors in the beer garden. Well-behaved, leashed pups are welcome in both spaces. Live music and food trucks are typically featured on the weekends along with a variety of events and activities throughout the year.

Chadillac Adventures is a dog-friendly watercraft rental business located within Cove Cay Marina in Cleawater, FL. The company rents kayaks, paddleboards, and pontoon boats and Fido is welcome to join you as you glide through the water on a rented boat or board. Paddling tours of Weeki Wachee Springs, Silver Springs, Hillsborough River, and King's Landing are also available.

Northeast Park & Paw Place is a dog park in Clearwater, FL. Within the fenced dog park are two separate sections for small and large breeds. A water fountain and pet waste stations can be found in both areas, and agility equipment is placed inside the enclosed space for large dogs. Outside the dog park are paved trails through wooded areas where you may also walk with Fido.

Bring your pup to the dog park at Crest Lake Park in Clearwater, FL. Here, canines can enjoy off-leash play in separate, fenced-in areas for small, medium, large, and all-size dogs. Water stations and an area to rinse off Fido are also provided, and leashed pups are allowed on the paved walking trail around the park.

The Dog Park at Sand Key Park is located near the beach in Clearwater, FL and features separate sides for small dogs and large dogs with a watering station for both. Bring Fido for some off-leash exercise at this clean and uncrowded fenced area with paid parking and restrooms on site.

John S. Taylor Park is a pet-friendly destination situated on 156.5 acres in Largo, FL. Connected to the Pinellas Trail and tucked next to a 53-acre freshwater lake, this county park is a great spot for leashed dogs and pet parents to explore the trails and enjoy some exercise. The park also features a full disc golf course, a tree-lined shell trail, a boat ramp and fishing.

Eagle Lake Park is a dog-friendly destination in Largo, FL, where leashed pups are welcome to explore the trails with you. This 163-acre park is home to fox squirrels, numerous bird species, gopher tortoises and water turtles as well as a restored wetlands section on the western side. Amenities include picnic shelters, restrooms, a playground, a paved recreation trail, numerous shell paths, boardwalks and a dog park for Fido to enjoy.

Achieva Paw Park in Dunedin, FL, offers Fido a chance to romp off-leash with his canine pals. There are separate spaces for small and large dogs, benches, shade trees and a shade structure. Dogs can practice their skills on the agility equipment and stay hydrated at the canine water fountain. There is even a cleaning station to rinse off your pup!

Cueni Brewing Co. in Dunedin, FL, is a local attraction right off the Pinellas Trail. Dogs are welcome on the umbrella-shaded picnic tables outside or inside the pet-friendly tasting room. Sip award-winning craft beers, cider, and wine while enjoying snacks like pretzels, beer cheese, and beef jerky.

Fido can enjoy off-leash play at Sheffield Dog Park in Oldsmar, FL. This fenced dog park offers benches, a water source and waste bags to clean up after your pup. The park is within the larger Sheffield Park on the left side from the entrance. Dogs must be leashed outside of the dog park space.

Fido can play off-leash and make new friends at Safety Harbor City Park Dog Park in Safety Harbor, FL. Located within pet-friendly Safety Harbor City Park, the city's largest park at 21 acres, this fenced dog park is located at the back of the part along Alligator Lake. It features separate sections for large and small dogs, shade trees, waste bags and waste receptacles.

The Fred Marquis Pinellas Trail is one of 1600 rail-trails supported by Rails-to-Trails Conservancy, a nonprofit organization that is working to create a nationwide network of trails from former rail lines and connecting corridors. Previously an unused railroad corridor, this "rail-trail" is now a great place to walk Fido in Largo! The map below shows a trailhead where you can pick up the Fred Marquis Pinellas Trail. Rails-to-Trails Conservancy has generously provided map data for this trail to Bring Fido for informational purposes only. For more detailed trail information, please visit TrailLink.com.

Leashed dogs can accompany you on a shopping trip at Waterside Furnishings in Dunedin, FL. This pet-friendly furniture store even provides fresh water and treats to canine guests. Keep an eye out for dog-related items around the store as you shop for refreshed and restyled used furniture.

Well-behaved, leashed pups can join you as you browse the aisles at Total Wine & More, a dog-friendly wine and liquor retail chain with a location in Clearwater, FL. Shop their extensive selection of beer, wine, liquor and cigars with your four-legged best friend by your side.