Dog-Friendly Activities in Houston, TX

There are 70 dog-friendly activities in Houston. 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 Houston.

Pet Friendly Houston Arboretum & Nature Center
Houston Arboretum & Nature Center Houston, TX's Arboretum & Nature Center offers a dog-friendly, 155-acre nature sanctuary with 5 miles of walking trails that wind through forest, meadow and wetland habitats. Please abide by all city ordinances including controlling your dog on the leash at all times and cleaning up after your pet while visiting the Arboretum. Dogs must be kept on the trails (no swimming in the ponds). Dogs are allowed in the building lobby – tiled areas only. Take a self-guided Habitat Hike - Each hike passes one of the educational Field Stations and features some of their Naturalist’s favorite stops like ponds teaming with wildlife, trees with interesting stories, insect houses, and other fun points of interest. See Details
Pet Friendly Memorial Park
Memorial Park Memorial Park, a municipal park in Houston, TX, is one of the largest urban parks in the United States. Opened in 1924, the park covers approximately 1,466 acres inside the 610 Loop, across from the neighborhood of Memorial. Leashed dogs are welcome. The park offers several dog-friendly trails ranging in distance and difficulty, but the 3-mile Seymour Lieberman Trail may be best for Fido as it is pedestrian-only with a crushed granite surface and drinking fountains. The park also hosts food trucks each day near Eastern Glades - a 5.5-acre area offering relaxing picnic areas next to Hines Lake. See Details
Congressman Bill Archer Bark Park Bring Fido to play off-leash at Congressman Bill Archer Bark Park in Houston, TX. The park is fenced and features agility equipment, a separate small dog area, pond, shade, and benches. See Details
Dog Park at Gene Green Park Gene Green Park includes a dog park in Houston, TX. The park has a separate small dog area with a splash pad, a pond on the big dog side, drinking fountain, benches, and a wooded area. See Details
Dog Park at Alexander Deussen Park Houston, TX's Alexander Deussen Park includes a dog park for Fido to run, play, and socialize with other pups! The park is fully fenced with a separate small dog area, benches, and drinking water. There are also agility courses and a place to hose your dogs off before leaving. See Details
Johnny Steele Dog Park Pets are welcome to play off-leash at the Johnny Steele Dog Park inside of Buffalo Bayou Park in downtown Houston, TX. It features both stone and grass covered areas with benches, a shallow pond, picnic tables, water fountains, and waste stations. See Details
Danny Jackson Bark Dog Park Bring Fido out for a day of play at Danny Jackson Family Bark Park in Houston, TX! It's a 2.76-acre area with two separate areas to accommodate both larger and smaller dogs. Both areas provide plenty of room for all dogs to run freely and exercise. Amenities include shady trees, swimming ponds, water fountains, benches, a faux fire hydrant, a dog wash area and waste stations. See Details
8th Wonder Brewery & Distillery 8th Wonder Brewery & Distillery is a dog-friendly establishment in Houston, TX. They welcome pups and their owners to enjoy WonderWorld, their outdoor beer garden and fun zone. Four-legged friends must remain on a leash at all times in the area. Beer options include lagers, cream ales, IPAs, Porters, and a large variety of Goses. You can also find housemade spirits at the bar. See Details
Dog Park at Atascocita Park Atascocita Park includes an off-leash dog park in Atascocita, TX. There are separate sections for small and large dogs, dog-friendly trails behind the dog park and several amenities including benches, agility obstacles, water access and waste stations. See Details
True Anomaly Brewing True Anomaly Brewing is a dog-friendly establishment in Houston, TX. This neighborhood brewery and taproom allows dogs to join their owners inside and out, as no food is prepared on the premises. They just ask that you keep your pooch on a leash at the brewery. The taproom serves up an array of delicious beers, including IPAs and fruit beers. See Details
Patterson Park Patio Bar Patterson Park Patio Bar is a dog-friendly bar right off the White Oak Bayou Trail in Houston, TX. Bring Fido along for an afternoon of fun with cold beer, frozen cocktails, and rotating food trucks. They also offer outdoor activities like cornhole, Jenga, and Frisbee, and they boast 40+ TVs on their patio. They love pets and welcome yours to join you on the entire property. See Details
McWilliams Dog Park McWilliams Dog Park is located inside of Hermann Park in Houston, TX. The area is fully fenced and grass covered with some shady trees throughout, plus separate areas for small and large dogs. Additional amenities include double-gated entry, interactive water features, benches, a dog wash station, water fountains and waste receptacles. See Details
Dog Park at TC Jester Park TC Jester Park's dog park is a great spot for Fido to run, play, and socialize with other dogs off leash in Houston, TX. Bring your pet for some off-leash exercise at this fenced dog park with separate small dog area, drinking water, benches and trees for shade. See Details
Powder Keg Powder Keg is a popular hangout spot in Houston, TX. This pet-friendly establishment boasts multiple food trucks, a bar, volleyball courts, a large outdoor patio and an off-leash dog park. The dog park features mature trees for shade and plenty of room to run. Please use the provided waste bags to clean up after Fido. See Details
Kickerillo-Mischer Preserve Kickerillo-Mischer Preserve is a pet-friendly place in Houston, TX. Bring your leashed pooch along with you to enjoy 80-acres of natural land that includes Marshall Lake, fishing piers, a canoe launch, paved trails and more. Dog owners are reminded to clean up any mess that is left behind. See Details
Subaru of Clear Lake Subaru of Clear Lake welcomes dogs of any size inside their dealership in Houston, TX. Complementary dog treats are available while you find your new vehicle or waiting for service! See Details
Willow Waterhole Greenspace Willow Waterhole Greenspace is a pet-friendly place in Houston, TX. This large greenway is home to a series of ponds, walking trails and gazebos along the way. The natural surroundings create an ideal location for an abundance of wildlife to thrive. Leashed dogs are welcome in the area, as long as they are well-behaved, don't startle the wildlife and are cleaned up after. See Details
New Magnolia Brewing Co. New Magnolia Brewing Co. is a pet-friendly industrial-themed taproom in Houston, TX. Fido may join you at a table inside and outdoors on their patio. They offer various light and hoppy craft beers for you to enjoy. Special events and food trucks are frequently held throughout the year. See Details
Dog Park at Tom Bass Regional Park Tom Bass Regional Park dog park is a perfect spot for Fido to run and play off leash in Houston, TX. The dog park includes a walking trail, separate areas for large and small dogs, waste stations, and a water fountain. See Details
Dog Park at Levy Park The west region of Houston, TX's spacious Levy Park includes an on site dog park. Bring Fido out for an afternoon of exercise and playtime with other pups! The off-leash space is grass and gravel covered, with a stone walkway in the middle and two separate areas for large and small dogs. There are also benches, water access, and waste stations. See Details
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