Dog-Friendly Activities in Apopka, FL

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.

Lake Apopka Wildlife Drive is a scenic, pet-friendly 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.

Hobby Lobby is a chain retail store with a pet-friendly location in Apopka, FL. Leashed dogs are welcome to join their owners inside to browse through the range of products, including arts and crafts materials, fabric, home decor, gifts, and more.

Home Depot is a chain home improvement store with a pet-friendly location in Apopka, FL. Leashed dogs may join their owners inside to browse for a range of products, from tools and appliances to paint and garden supplies.

Wekiwa Springs State Park in Apopka, FL, is dog friendly. Dogs on a leash 6 feet or shorter are welcome along pet-friendly trails ranging from 0.8 to 13.5 miles. Other activities include camping, bird watching, and geocaching, but pets aren't permitted in the swimming areas. Please note that a day-use reservation is required to visit this park, except for pedestrians and bicyclists.

The West Orange 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 Apopka! The map below shows a trailhead where you can pick up the West Orange 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.

Marshalls is a chain department store with a pet-friendly location at Wekiva Riverwalk in Apopka, FL. Leashed dogs may join their owners inside to browse through a variety of products, including clothing, accessories, home goods and pet supplies.

Market on 5th hosts a pet-friendly farmers market every Friday night from September through June in downtown Apopka, FL. From 6–9 PM on Fifth Street, visitors can browse fresh local produce, handmade goods, and artisanal vendors, enjoy live music, and sip craft cocktails in a relaxed, family-friendly setting.

Although technically not a dog park, the nearly 1-mile walking path around Lake Eola in downtown Orlando, Florida is very pet-friendly. There are several dog-related events that take place at Lake Eola Parkin Orlando, FL, each year, and almost any time of the day you'll find pet owners taking their four-legged friends for a walk around the lake. Poop bag dispensers are conveniently located on the lake path so that you can clean up after your pet. In addition to the lake path, visitors can also rent swan boats to enjoy with pets up to 5 lbs. There is also an amphitheater where concerts and other events are regularly held, as well as a couple of pet-friendly restaurants next to the lake, which will allow you to dine outdoors with your pooch.

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 leashed. They offer two hour sightseeing eco tours of Lake Dora and the Dora Canal, as well as 1-hour Sunset cruises, shoreline tours, and 30-minute Lake front tours!

Showcase of Citrus is a dog-friendly attraction in Clermont, FL, just outside of Orlando. They're open every day of the year and welcome leashed pups. You'll find a family- friendly environment where visitors of all ages can enjoy spending the day outdoors together. Here, you can pick citrus fruits with your pooch at these scenic groves featuring an old-timey country store.

Lake Baldwin Park in Winter Park, FL, offers an off-leash dog area (during designated hours) near the water with picnic tables, two pavilions and doggie showers. The park is closed every 2nd and 4th Wednesday of the month until 12pm for maintenance.

The Gemini Springs Dog Park is a 4.5-acre fenced area of Gemini Springs Park in DeBary, FL, with two sections -- one for small dogs under 25 lbs and another for large dogs over 25 lbs. The park includes shaded areas, dog wash stations, water fountains for dogs, benches and picnic tables.

RockPit Brewing is a dog-friendly brewery in Orlando, FL. They have plenty of covered seating out front for pups and humans to hangout and enjoy a cold one. Guests can also enjoy food from Cecil’s BBQ.

Epic Paddle Adventures in Orlando, FL, is pet friendly. Fido can join you for their daily dog-friendly paddle tour on the lake. They also offer lessons on paddling safely with your dog. Please call to reserve your tour.

Leashed dogs are welcome at Waterfront Park in Clermont, FL, where you and Fido can take a stroll on the the paved, pet-friendly trail located along beautiful Lake Minneola. There are picnic tables, pavilions and a fishing pier as well. Pet waste bags are available along the trail, and please note that dogs aren't permitted on the beach or swimming areas.

Mead Botanical Garden is a dog-friendly attraction in Winter Park, FL. Bring your leashed pooch along to this vast, tranquil green space that boasts an array of flowering gardens, wildlife habitats and pavilions to enjoy. Dogs are allowed in marked areas as long as they leashed and owners clean up after them. When visiting the garden, please be mindful. Take only photographs, leave only footprints.

Blue Spring State Park is a pet-friendly recreation area in Orange City, FL. Bring your leashed pup with you while you stroll the Boardwalk Trail or unpaved Pine Island and Campground trails. The park features lush tropical trees and crystal blue waters, where you can discover manatees and other wildlife. Pets are also welcome in the camping area if you want to stay overnight. Please note that a day-use reservation is required to visit this park, except for pedestrians and bicyclists.

The dog-friendly Loch Haven Park in Orlando, FL, is known as the region's premier cultural park. It's nestled between three lakes and spans across forty-five acres. The park features art displays, Central Florida's oldest oak tree, and a small fenced-in dog park (residents only). Dogs must be leashed and cleaned up after during their visit. Waste bags and garbage bins are scattered throughout the park.

The Winter Park Farmers' Market takes place each Saturday morning at the old train depot in downtown Winter Park, Florida. You and your dog can browse several booths of fresh vegetables, baked goods, plants and flowers, hand-made arts and crafts items, and more. This is a very popular attraction that brings out many visitors and their dogs.