There are 15 dog-friendly activities in Destin. 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 Destin.
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. 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. Crab Island Cruises welcomes friendly, well-behaved dogs on all their cruises.
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Nancy Weidenhamer Dog Park
Nancy Weidenhamer Dog Park, located in Destin, FL, is a dog-friendly, 1.5-acre, secure area for Fido to play. Originally known as Destin Dog Park, it was renamed Nancy Weidenhamer Dog Park in 2017 to honor the memory of its founder. Fido is welcome to run off leash at this popular neighborhood gathering spot. There is a separate area for small dogs to play. All dogs must be secured on a leash when entering and leaving the dog park. Benches and water stations are available.
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Destin Commons
Destin Commons is a pet-friendly outdoor shopping area located in Destin, FL. Fido is welcome to join you as you walk around a vast area boasting over 95 shops and restaurants. You will find six outdoor hydration stations conveniently located throughout the center to keep Fido cool and hydrated. All restaurants with a patio are dog-friendly and many stores are too, simply ask the shop associate. Dogs are also welcome to participate in numerous events at Destin Commons, including the popular annual Halloween Haunt Costume Contest.
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Wet-N-Wild Watersports
Rent a dog-friendly pontoon boat at Wet-N-Wild Watersports in Destin, FL. Fido can join you for a day on the water in one of their pet-friendly boat rentals. Call or visit their website for more information.
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Luther's Pontoon, Waverunner, & Kayak Rentals
This Destin rental company has dog-friendly pontoons, Waverunners and kayaks for rent. They offer total fun and enjoyment on the water, especially to Crab Island. 20 ft Pontoon Boat, 24 ft Pontoon Boats, 28 ft Pontoon Boat, Waverunners, Kayaks, & Paddleboards are available.
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Kitty Hawk Kites
Kitty Hawk Kites is a dog-friendly outdoor activity store in Harborwalk Village, Destin, on the coast of the panhandle of Florida. These dog lovers welcome kite lovers to come and peruse the aisles of their eclectic store full of all things to get you high, in the sky that is. In addition to all the great outdoor goods, they also stock dog treats to keep Fido happy while you're inside.
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Henderson Beach State Park
Henderson Beach State Park in Destin, FL, is home to pet-friendly trails that you can explore with your pooch. Leashed dogs are allowed on the nature trails, but not on the beach. Dogs in attendance do require a permit. More information can be found on their website or by calling the telephone number provided. Henderson Beach State Park can be accessed every day of the week from dawn until dusk. There is a vehicle fee to enter.
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Dockside Watersports
Dockside Watersports, located in the Destin Harbor, offers dog-friendly pontoon boat rentals. In addition, they also offer parasailing, jet ski rentals, sunset and fireworks Cruises, dolphin excursions, and a marina shop with everything you need to enjoy your day on the water. Call or visit the website for additional information.
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Crab Island
Fido is welcome to join you at the pet-friendly Crab Island in Destin, FL. This island, which is only accessible by boat, is a popular sand bar next to the Destin Bridge. There are areas of shallow water for you and your pup to enjoy floating and swimming. You can also book a private tour through various tour companies in the area.
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DISCOVER YOUR DESTIN-Y! Scavenger Hunt
'DISCOVER YOUR DESTIN-Y! Scavenger Hunt' is a pet-friendly Airbnb Experience hosted by Kat & Alan. Discover Destin with your pooch. First, receive instructions and warm up for the event. Then, depart with your dog on a tour of the sights and sounds of Destin, Florida. Take part in fun activities and complete clues along the way. The experience lasts 2 hours and can accommodate up to 30 guests of all ages. Rates start at $20 per person.
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Destin Pontoon Boat Rentals
Book a pontoon boat for a day on the water with your furry friends at Destin Pontoon Boat Rentals in Destin, FL. Go to Crab Island or just cruise around the bay and harbor. Only smaller dogs will be able to join you and they do require advanced reservations.
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Blue Crab Water Sports
Blue Crab Water Sports in Destin, FL, is pet friendly. Rent a boat with your pooch and explore the waters of Destin together. They love dogs on board, but remind renters that they will be responsible for any damage that is caused by pups on board and they hold no responsibility for the animal to swim or be controlled once on the craft. Bring your own life jacket on board.
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Bass Pro Shops Destin
Bass Pro Shops is a pet-friendly retailer specializing in hunting, fishing, camping and other related outdoor recreational merchandise in Destin, FL. Dogs are allowed in all locations except where prohibited by law. Be sure to keep Fido leashed while you shop.
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Ride On Surf School
Learn to surf with your pooch at the pet-friendly Ride On Surf School in Destin, FL. First, learn how to surf on land with your dog and see if he can sit on the front of the board. Then, try and catch some waves for real together.
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Liza Jackson Dog Park
Liza Jackson Dog Park in Fort Walton Beach, FL, is divided into small and large dog areas. There are water fountains for the dogs located inside of the fences as well. Be sure to follow the park, which are posted on the outside of the fence.
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Fred Gannon Rocky Bayou State Park
Fred Gannon Rocky Bayou State Park, a former WWII gunnery and bombing practice range, is a dog-friendly natural area in Niceville, FL. Longleaf pines, some of which are over 300 years old, surround a number of the trails in the area, including the Red Cedar Trail that is lined with stunning red cedars; the Sand Pine Trail that follows the Eastern Shore of Puddin Head Stream; and the Rocky Bayou Trail that runs along the shoreline of the Bayou.
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Air Force Armament Museum
Dogs are welcome to join their owners at the Air Force Armament Museum. Located at Eglin Air Force Base in Valparaiso, Florida, this pet-friendly attraction is the only museum in the world dedicated to the collection, preservation and exhibition of artifacts and memorabilia associated with Air Force Armament.
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The Village of Baytowne Wharf
The Village of Baytowne Wharf is a pet-friendly venue in Miramar Beach, FL. Affectionately known as the "heart and soul" of Sandestin Golf and Beach Resort, it has more than 12 restaurants, 15 retail stores and several nightlife venues, and has become the gathering place for everyone visiting, living or working along the Emerald Coast. All canines must be on a leash. Owners are required to clean up behind their pets. Waste stations are located throughout the Village. They also hold several dog-friendly events throughout the year including an Annual Mardi Gras Dog Parade. Each establishment has its own rules for being dog-friendly; inquire with each before taking Fido inside.
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Topsail Hill Preserve State Park
Dogs are welcome at Topsail Hill Preserve State Parkin Santa Rosa Beach, FL, named after the sand dunes in the area which supposedly have the appearance of boat sails dipping up and down. Unfortunately, Fido isn't welcome on the beaches or in any of the cabins at the park, but you can take Fido with you to enjoy the pet-friendly old-growth pine forests, sandy scrub land, dunes, and wetlands on one of the many hiking trails. There are ten miles of pathways that weave around the area and you can access all of the trail heads from the main car park.
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