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    Dog Friendly Activities in Altoona, FL

    There are 31 dog friendly activities within 20 miles of Altoona. 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 Altoona.

    Pet Friendly Rusty Anchor Mount Dora

    Rusty Anchor Mount Dora

    Mount Dora, FL
    Rusty Anchor Mount Dora Rusty Anchor Mount Dora is a dog-friendly pontoon boat tour in Mount Dora, FL. Dogs are allowed on-board so long as they remain on-leash. They offer two hour sightseeing eco tours of Lake Dora and the Dora Canal, as well as 1 hour Sunset cruises, shoreline tours, and half hour Lake front tours! See Details
    Pet Friendly Lake Griffin State Park

    Lake Griffin State Park

    Fruitland Park, FL
    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

    Doctors' Dog Park

    Apopka, FL
    Doctors' Dog Park Fido can run and play at Doctors' Dog Park in Apopka, FL. This 750' by 300' dog park features water fountains, a pet shower, benches and plenty of space for dogs to frolic. See Details

    Mount Dora Dog Park

    Mount Dora, FL
    Mount Dora Dog Park Located in the Lincoln Avenue Community Park & Pool, Mount Dora Dog Park in Mount Dora, FL, includes three separate areas for large, small and medium-sized dogs. There are also trees for shade, a water bowl and restrooms nearby. See Details

    Hontoon Island State Park

    DeLand, FL
    Hontoon Island State Park Hontoon Island State Park is a pet-friendly island in DeLand, FL. You and Fido can only access this park by public ferry or private boat, so your pooch must be have their four sea legs ready. Once you're back on dry land, you can check out the eight miles of trails that weave around the island, including one that leads to Bear Tree Landing, the location of one of the largest oak trees on the Island. There are a number of picnic areas to enjoy on the island as well. See Details

    Venetian Gardens Park

    Leesburg, FL
    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

    Lake Apopka Wildlife Drive

    Apopka, FL
    Lake Apopka Wildlife Drive Lake Apopka Wildlife Drive is a pet-friendly scenic route through Florida's backcountry. Administered by the local water board, this drive is open weekends & holidays for nature viewing. Check out the audio tour provided on their website to get an understanding of the ecology along the route. See Details

    Palm Island Park

    Mount Dora, FL
    Palm Island Park Leashed dogs are welcome at Palm Island Park, an 8-acre natural preserve on Lake Dora in Mount Dora, FL. Explore the pet-friendly trails, winding boardwalk, and relax at the benches and picnic tables. Please be aware that bold alligators are known to frequent the area. See Details

    Carla Gnann-Thompson Memorial Dog Park

    Eustis, FL
    Carla Gnann-Thompson Memorial Dog Park Bring Fido to Carla Gnann-Thompson Memorial Dog Park, also known as "GT" Dog Park, in Eustis, FL, for some off-leash fun. The dog park features two separate sections, one for small dogs and one for large dogs, as well as a shaded table, dog wash area, dog water stations, benches, waste receptacles and more. See Details

    Ski Beach Boat Ramp

    Leesburg, FL
    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

    Mount Dora Transit

    Mount Dora, FL
    Mount Dora Transit Step back in time as you explore the historic streets of Mount Dora, FL. The town still holds much of the same charm is it did when built in the 1800s. Mount Dora Transit allows you to take all of this in from the comfort of a 30 minute golf cart tour. Fido is more than welcome to tag along on this pet-friendly trip. If your dog does not fit on your lap, please reserve a child ticket to ensure there is a seat for Fido! See Details

    De Leon Springs State Park

    De Leon Springs, FL
    De Leon Springs State Park The dog-friendly, historic De Leon Springs State Park in Florida is home to cool clear waters that are popular with anglers and swimmers, and winding trails through a lush subtropical forest. You can even grab a bite to eat at Sugar Mill Restaurant and eat it at one the picnic tables in the park. Leashed dogs are welcome to join their owners on the trails throughout the park, as long as they are cleaned up after. There is a fee per vehicle to enter the park. See Details

    Rock Springs Run State Reserve

    Sorrento, FL
    Rock Springs Run State Reserve Rock Springs Run State Reserve in Sorrento, FL, is dog friendly. You're welcome to bring your pooch with you to enjoy the reserve and the numerous trails in the area. There are 14 miles of hiking trails to enjoy together that take in the varied scenery, including sand pine scrub, pine flatwoods, bayheads, oak hammocks, and swamps. The pretty spring that surrounds the reserve can be viewed from these hiking trails. See Details

    Leesburg Dog Park

    Leesburg, FL
    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

    PEAR Park Dog Park

    Leesburg, FL
    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

    North Lake Community Park

    Umatilla, FL
    North Lake Community Park North Lake Community Park is a pet-friendly recreational area in Umatilla, FL. This popular park offers recreational sports fields, a dog park and trails for dogs and their owners to enjoy together. Formerly an orange grove, many citrus trees still make up its property boundaries and the landscaping is all Florida natives. The dog park section is fenced-in and offers 1.5-acres of recreational area for pups. See Details

    Fountain of Youth Eco/History Tours

    De Leon Springs, FL
    Fountain of Youth Eco/History Tours Fountain of Youth Eco/History Tours will take you and your pooch on a tour of De Leon Springs State Park. Join this pet-friendly tour to experience the wildlife and history of the park's waters and enjoy the preserved Eco-System of the St. John’s River. The Fountain of Youth Eco/History tour departs four times daily and lasts 50-minutes. Please call to make a reservation on their boat, the Acuera. See Details

    Ocala National Forest

    Umatilla, FL
    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

    Lower Wekiva River State Preserve

    Sanford, FL
    Lower Wekiva River State Preserve Lower Wekiva River State Preserve in Apopka, FL, is a wonderful park for canoeing and swimming, though it can be crowded in summer. Leashed dogs are welcome in the preserve and on the pet-friendly trails. Please obey all posted signs regarding pets. See Details

    Seminole Wekiva Trail

    Lake Mary, FL
    Seminole Wekiva Trail The Seminole Wekiva 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 Lake Mary! The map below shows a trailhead where you can pick up the Seminole Wekiva 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. See Details
    Altoona, FL, US