Dog-Friendly Activities in Manistee, MI

Nordhouse Dunes offers miles of trails to explore on the shore of Manistee, MI. Natural features include dunes, wooded areas, marshes and interdunal ponds. Dogs must always be on a leash while visiting. Please be on the lookout for wildlife, and watch where you step. Leashed, well-behaved dogs are allowed at the campgrounds but aren't permitted on the swimming beach.

First Street Beach offers a dog-friendly beach area between the pier heads in Manistee, MI. The entrance is located next to the Rotary Observation Deck. From Memorial Day to Labor Day, though, dogs are not permitted on the beach at any time. Dogs should be kept leashed at all times in accordance with city ordinances.

North Beach Access Park in Manistee, MI, is dog friendly. The secluded beach is geared toward pets, and dog owners are encouraged to bring their leashed furry friends along for long walks. North Beach Access is located at the north end of Washington Street.

Orchard Beach State Park in Manistee, MI, is situated on a bluff overlooking Lake Michigan. A stairway leads from the campground to self-guided, dog-friendly hiking trails adjacent to the park. Take US-31 to M-110, turn north, and go one and a half miles to the park entrance. Dogs aren't permitted in buildings or swimming areas.

Fido is invited to play at First Street Beach Dog Park in Manistee, MI. This smaller park offers separate sections for large and small dogs, wooden agility equipment, benches, picnic tables, and running water. It’s also just a short walk to beach access for a sandy stroll during the off-season after playtime.

Sundling Park, located in dog-friendly Manistee, MI, is a 66-foot-wide strip just west of Red Apple Road, north of Magoon Creek. This scenic park offers a trail that leads through the dunes to the beach, perfect for a peaceful walk with your leashed furry friend. A small parking area is available, providing convenient access to the trail that ends at the water’s edge.

Arcadia Dunes: The C.S. Mott Nature Preserve is a pet-friendly recreation area in Arcadia, MI. Leashed pups are welcome to join you in exploring the 15 miles of trails that wind through the forests, dunes and many other beautiful landscapes. The hikes are considered relatively easy and lead to scenic views.

Ludington State Park is a dog-friendly trail and state park in Ludington, MI. Leashed pets are welcome to explore the State Park, which features beautiful hiking trails along Lake Hamlin. The hiking trails are wooded and cross several small islands. There are many places along the trail to sit and enjoy the lake. The Park does not allow pets in any water area used for swimming or wading, including Lake Michigan. However, pets are allowed on the Big Sable River (east of the highway bridge) and on Hamlin Lake (outside of the swim area) as well as other public park areas.

Fido is invited to play at Ludington's Central Bark Park in Michigan. The off-leash outdoor facility offers roughly 2 acres of fenced-in wooded areas with two sections for small and large dogs. You can find this park right off of the Cartier Park Loop.

The Arcadia Dunes Baldy Trailhead, situated at the C.S. Mott Nature Preserve in Arcadia, MI, features scenic, pet-friendly woodland trails that lead to lake lookouts atop the Old Baldy dune. Dogs are welcome, but they must remain on a leash to protect the delicate dune ecosystem and wildlife.

Captain John Langland Park is a pet-friendly beach on Lake Michigan in Onekama, MI. It offers a beautiful view and a pier where your pup can join you on a leash. There is a deck with two gazebos and stairs leading to the beach. In the warmer months, portable toilets are provided.

North Point Park is a pet-friendly attraction in Onekama, MI. Bring Fido for a wildflower stroll that offers waste stations and rest stops. You can take the paved and ADA-accessible Blanche Miler Trail, short graveled loop, or the Primitive loop that contains grass and sand.

Fido is invited to play at Loomis Street Dog Beach in Ludington, MI. You will notice about 50 yards from the boat ramp area where your furry friend can cool off. A restroom, trash can, doggie bags and a walking loop are nearby.

Bring Fido on the US Ghost Adventures top-rated, pet-friendly ghost tour running all year round in Ludington, MI. Walk 1 mile with expert guides past the Mason County Courthouse, Cartier Mansion B&B, and Stearns Hotel while hearing chilling tales of restless spirits and haunted history. Leashed pups welcome—perfect for private tours and bachelorette parties.

Arcadia Sunset Beach is a pet-friendly spot in Arcadia, MI. Leashed dogs are welcome at this beach as long as they are cleaned up after. There's also a child's playground and restrooms by the parking area.

Lake Michigan Circle Tour is a pet-friendly scenic drive that spans over 1,100 miles and takes around 15 hours to complete with no stops. It follows state highways around Lake Michigan, through Illinois, Indiana, Wisconsin, and Michigan.

Cartier Park is a pet-friendly natural area with a camping facility on the Lincoln River in Ludington, MI. Fido is welcome to join you on the 1-mile loop, where you will find a dog park. The park is surrounded by 68 acres of untouched forests.