Dog Friendly Activities in Bushnell, FL

There are 2 dog friendly activities in Bushnell, and 35 more nearby. 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 Bushnell.

Pet Friendly Dade Battlefield Historic State Park
Dade Battlefield Historic State Park Dogs are allowed to join their owners at Dade Battlefield Historic State Park in Bushnell, FL. This pet-friendly park welcomes leashed dogs onto any of the outside battlefield areas. Established in 1921 to preserve and commemorate the site of Dade's Battle of 1835, nowadays you can enjoy the picnic areas, hiking trails and variety of wildlife. The state park is open daily, and there is a vehicle entrance fee. See Details
Pet Friendly Love's Travel Stop
Love's Travel Stop Love's Travel Stop in Bushnell, FL, is a dog-friendly gas station and rest area. Across America, you'll find Love's Travel Stops that offer facilities for traveling canines. This location has a fully-fenced dog park with a convenient waste station. See Details
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
Cooter Pond Park Cooter Pond Park is a dog-friendly park in Inverness, FL. Leashed dogs are welcome to join you on the boardwalk that features scenic overlooks. You'll likely see Cooter turtles the park is named after as well as alligators. There are picnic areas within the park where you can grab a bite with Fido. See Details
Bark Central Dog Park Bark Central Dog Park in Inverness, FL, has 15-acres of off-leash space for Fido to romp and play. There are separate sections for small and large pups, picnic tables, benches and waste bags throughout the property, as well as plenty of shade from the large oak trees. Each section of the park has a size appropriate, naturally filtered swimming pond, as well as nature trails and toys for the dogs to play with. Restrooms are available as well as outdoor rinse stations and a forced air dryer to clean up your pup before they hop in the car. This is a membership passed dog park and all dogs must be fully vaccinated, temperament screened, and spayed or neutered unless CGC certified before they are allowed to enter the park. They offer day passes, 2 week passes, and monthly and yearly memberships. Don't forget to bring proof of vaccination with you on your visit. See Details
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
Withlacoochee State Trail The Withlacoochee State Trail runs 46 miles and 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 Brooksville. The map below shows a parking area with convenient access to the Withlacoochee State Trail. Rails-to-Trails Conservancy has generously provided map data for this trail to Bring Fido for informational purposes only. See Details
T.J. Maxx T.J. Maxx in Inverness is pet-friendly. You'll find top brands at low prices on the shelves of this clothing and home supplies store. Bring your leashed dog along to sniff out the best deals on offer. They are open Monday through Saturday from 9:30am to 9:30pm and Sunday from 11:00am to 8:00pm. See Details
Doggie Doo Run Run Bring Fido to Doggie Doo Run Run, a fenced, off-leash dog park in Oxford, FL. This dog-friendly space features a few trees that provide shade, a dog bath area, and a covered space with chairs. There is a sign in book and a place to leave a donation if you do not have a membership. Use the metal rods with flags to mark where your dog goes to the bathroom, because this park includes waste pick up. See Details
Whispering Pines Park Whispering Pines Park is a 290-acre, dog-friendly park complex located only minutes from downtown Inverness, and nestled among pine and hardwood trees. It's a great place to bring your pooch for a walk on a trail. Don't forget to clean up any mess left behind and to keep pups leashed. There are waste stations throughout the park. See Details
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
Spanish Springs Town Square Leashed dogs are welcome at Spanish Springs Town Square, a pet-friendly outdoor space in The Villages, FL. The square features frequent live music, as well as outdoor seating, a stage, a fountain, and is surrounded by restaurants and shops. See Details
Lowe's Home Improvement Lowe's Home Improvement is pet-friendly. Bring your dog along to this Inverness store and sniff out the best deals on DIY, garden supplies and other household items. Leashed canines are welcome inside the store, as long as they are well-behaved and cleaned up after. They are open Monday through Saturday from 6am to 9pm and Sunday from 8am to 8pm. See Details
Brownwood Paddock Square Leashed dogs are welcome at Brownwood Paddock Square, a pet-friendly outdoor entertainment space in The Villages, FL. Enjoy nightly entertainment from the log cabin stage, frequent festivals and celebrations all in a charming environment surrounded by restaurants and shops. See Details
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
Lake Panasoffkee Dog Park Fido can play off-leash at Lake Panasoffkee Dog Park, a fenced dog park in Lake Panasoffkee, FL. The park also offers walking trails that welcome leashed dogs. The fenced playground adjacent to the dog park is reserved for humans only. See Details
Fort Cooper State Park Leashed dogs are welcome at Fort Cooper State Park, a pet-friendly state park in Inverness, FL. You and Fido can explore the numerous trails throughout the canopy forests that make up this 700-acre historic area. Pets on a 6-foot or shorter leash are allowed on all hiking trails and at the picnic areas. Please note that dogs are not permitted on the beach or in the lake as it is a sensitive nesting area for endangered species. See Details
Brinson/Perry Dog Park Brinson/Perry Dog Park in The Villages, FL, includes four areas for dogs to play. There are designated areas for small and large dogs, as well as doggy amenities, water, waste stations, benches and pleasant scenery. Dog Park users must be 13 years of age or older and must have their Villages Resident ID card or a valid guest ID card and a photo ID. Guest 13-18 years of age must be accompanied by a Village resident or guest 19 years of age or older. See Details
Lake Okahumpka Park Lake Okahumpka Park, situated on 130 acres in Wildwood, FL, is a pet-friendly destination where leashed dogs are welcome to enjoy a stroll with you on the 1+ mile paved fitness trail. Other park amenities include four pet stations, picnic pavilions and tables, grills, a playground, restrooms, and a 670-acre lake. See Details
Holden Community Park Leashed dogs are welcome at Holden Community Park, a pet-friendly recreation space in Inverness, FL. You and Fido can explore the walking and jogging trails throughout this 41-acre park, but please stick to the trails only as dogs are not permitted in the fields or other public spaces. Be sure to clean up after your pup during your outing. See Details
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