Dog Friendly Activities in Ocala, FL

There are 12 dog friendly activities in Ocala. 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 Ocala.

Spanish Springs Town Square

The Villages, FL

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

Clear Canoeing

Silver Springs, FL

Clear Canoeing Clear Canoeing offers dog-friendly clear canoe rentals for you and your leashed pup to enjoy in Silver Springs, FL. Be on the lookout for manatees, monkeys, birds, and a variety of turtles and fish swimming below while you paddle through the crystal-clear waters with Fido. All reservations must be made online. See Details

Marjorie Kinnan Rawlings Historic State Park

Cross Creek, FL

Marjorie Kinnan Rawlings Historic State Park Dogs are welcome at Marjorie Kinnan Rawlings Historic State Park in Cross Creek, FL, where you can time travel back to a 1930's Florida homestead. As well as being home to a classic Florida cracker-style home from back in the day, there are two pet-friendly hiking trails around the area that can be enjoyed by dogs and their owners. Small dogs can even go inside with you on a tour of the house, as long as they can be carried the whole time. See Details

Johnson Pond Recreational Trailhead

Dunnellon, FL

Johnson Pond Recreational Trailhead Johnson Pond Recreational Trailhead is a dog-friendly hiking area in Dunnellon, FL. Leashed dogs are welcome to join you on the 2.6 mile loop. The trail is sandy and can make for a difficult walk, but hikers are rewarded with views of a tranquil pond. See Details

Ocklawaha Prairie Restoration Area

Ocklawaha, FL

Ocklawaha Prairie Restoration Area Dogs are welcome at Ocklawaha Prairie Restoration Area, a pet-friendly trail in Ocklawaha, FL. It is located five miles east of Ocala in Marion County, southwest of County Road (CR) 314A and south of the Silver River State Park, southwest of the Ocala National Forest. Please respect Florida’s wildlife and use caution while visiting district lands. These are wild animals. For your safety, do not approach or feed any wild animal. The diversity of natural systems provides habitat and feeding areas for wildlife such as gopher tortoise, gray fox, bobcat, black bear, sandhill crane, heron and egret. See Details

Mulberry Dog Park in the Village of Springdale

The Villages, FL

Mulberry Dog Park in the Village of Springdale Mulberry Dog Park in the Village of Springdale offers a fenced area for Fido to play in The Villages, FL. The park is located adjacent to the fitness trail near the Village of Springdale and open daily until dusk. The park features water and waste stations, and benches. Dog park users must be at least 13 years of age and have their Villages Resident ID card, or a guest ID card along with a photo ID. Guests 13-18 years of age must be accompanied by a Village resident of guest 19 years of age or older. See Details

Lowe's Home Improvement

Lady Lake, FL

Lowe's Home Improvement Lowe's Home Improvement is a chain of dog-friendly hardware stores with a location in Lady Lake, FL. Leashed dogs are welcome inside but should be kept close by and under your control at all times. Lowe's sells power tools, hardware, lumber, fixtures and fittings, small and large appliances, home decor and furnishings, plants and gardening essentials. See Details

JOANN Fabric and Crafts

Lady Lake, FL

JOANN Fabric and Crafts JOANN Fabric and Crafts is a popular chain store with a dog-friendly location in Lady Lake, FL. Leashed dogs are welcome to browse the aisles with you for essential art and craft supplies, furniture, seasonal items, decorative ornaments, pretty accent pieces and more. See Details

Total Wine & More Lady Lake

Lady Lake, FL

Total Wine & More Lady Lake Well-behaved, leashed dogs are welcome to join you as you browse the aisles at Total Wine & More, a pet-friendly wine and liquor store chain with a location in Lady Lake, FL. Shop their extensive selection of beer, wine, liquor and cigars. See Details