Dog-Friendly Activities in Riverside, MO

There are 84 dog-friendly activities within 20 miles of Riverside. 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 Riverside.

Pet Friendly Shawnee Mission Off Leash Dog Park
Shawnee Mission Off Leash Dog Park Shawnee Mission Off Leash Dog Park is a pet-friendly recreation area in Shawnee, KS. Located east of the observation tower on John Barkley Drive, the 53-acre off-leash area features a dog swim area along with wood chip and natural surface trails through grassland and wooded areas. The off-leash area also includes paved parking and portable toilets. The area is open year-round during regular park hours every day of the week from 6am to 8pm, except Tuesdays from 5am to 9pm for routine maintenance. See Details
Pet Friendly Weston Bend State Park
Weston Bend State Park Weston Bend State Park in Weston, MO, is pet friendly. Dogs are not allowed in the park or historic buildings or public swimming areas and beaches. Not far from the hustle and bustle of Kansas City, Weston Bend State Park offers secluded picnic sites, a campground and sweeping views of the Missouri River from trails and a scenic overlook accessible to persons with disabilities. A three-mile paved loop trail takes hikers and bikers through the park's woody terrain. Dog owners are reminded to clean up after pups. See Details
Swope Park Off Leash Dog Park Swope Park Off Leash Dog Park in Kansas City, MO, is a five-acre space for Fido to play. The park is divided into two areas, one for small dogs and one for large dogs. Both areas offer dog and people water fountains. Dog owners are allowed 4 dogs per adult handler and are required to clean up after their pets. In addition, pets are welcome to enjoy the rest of the surrounding park on a leash. Swope Park features ball fields, tennis courts, and summer concerts and festivals. See Details
Casual Animal Brewing Co. Casual Animal Brewing Co. in Kansas City, MO, is pet friendly. This Kansas City brewery welcomes dogs to join their owners inside, as long as all mess is cleaned up after them and they remain on the leash. You can also enjoy a delicious brew on the sun deck overlooking the street outside. See Details
Donald J. Hall Sculpture Park at The Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art Although dogs are not permitted inside the Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art in Kansas City, MO, they are welcome to enjoy the Donald J. Hall Sculpture Park to view art on the beautiful pet-friendly grounds with their humans. Dogs must be leashed at all times, and humans must clean up after their canine companions. See Details
Platte Landing Dog Park Platte Landing Dog Park in Parkville, MO, features two large fenced in areas with running water. One area is for small dogs and the other is for large dogs. Platte Landing also features a five-mile, dog-friendly walking trail. See Details
Scheels Scheels is a dog-friendly sporting goods store in Overland Park, KS. They sell outdoor apparel for men, women and children. They also sell products for pups. Leashed dogs are welcome to join their owners inside to help them make their selection. See Details
Mixed Mutt & Company Mixed Mutt & Company is a pet-friendly boutique and ice cream shop in Independence, MO. Treat your pooch to an artisan frozen dessert with only the best ingredients from their Mixed Mutt Creamery. Enjoy a treat in their outdoor green space that features picnic tables, benches and a doggie relief area. The boutique carries pet toys and treats, bandanas, collars, and great gifts for dog lovers and pet sitters! See Details
Kansas City Northern Railroad The Kansas City Northern Railroad at Frank Vaydik Line Creek Park in Kansas City, MO, allows well-behaved dogs on its 16-inch gauge trains, which run on a half-mile track. This pet-friendly seasonal activity is available from May to October and accepts cash only. See Details
Shawnee Mission Park The dog-friendly Shawnee Mission Park is a multi-use, 1,600-acre park located in Kansas. It is the largest park in the county and the most visited park in the entire state of Kansas. Its 53-acre off-leash dog park, one of the largest in the country, has hiking trails, large open spaces and a 200-foot dog beach. The park is also home to a number of fantastic amenities such as a beautiful 120-acre lake that's great for boating, fishing, sail boarding, and much more. There are 11 spacious shelters, numerous picnic areas, nature trails, play areas, an archery range, a disc golf course, and trails to enjoy mountain biking and horseback riding. The park is also home to The Theatre in the Park, Shawnee Mission Park Beach, and Shawnee Mission Park Marina. In season, there are canoes, pedal boats, and fishing boats available for rent at the marina. See Details
Cabela's Fido is welcome to join you for an outing to pet-friendly outdoor retailer Cabela's, located in Kansas City, KS. Dogs are welcome inside so stock up on everything you need for camping, fishing, hunting, meat processing, shooting and other outdoor pursuits. See Details
Happy Tails Park Bring Fido to play at Happy Tails Park, a dog park in Lee's Summit, MO. This 4-acre off-leash park features dog agility equipment and a doggie water fountain. See Details
Leawoof Dog Park Leawoof Dog Park is a large, pristine park offering local pups the chance to get some exercise and socialize with others. Located in Leawood, KS, the fenced-in area has shaded bench seating, agility equipment and a walking path. Leawoof Dog Park is closed Thursday, 6:00-10:00am for maintenance. See Details
Cider Hill Family Orchard Cider Hill Family Orchard in Kansas City, KS is dog friendly and opens seasonally between late July and October. This 38-acre orchard is home to 1500 apple trees and there are 18 different kinds of apples grown in the orchard. Dogs are welcome to spend as much time as they like exploring among the apple trees, as long as they are friendly and on a leash. See Details
Border Brewing Company Leashed dogs are welcome, and even encouraged, at Border Brewing Company in Kansas City, MO. This pet-friendly brewery offers a variety of beer styles that are both approachable and complex in flavor. See Details
Weston Bend State Park Dog Park Weston Bend State Park Dog Park is a fenced space in Weston, MO, where dogs can run freely. This 1.75-acre dog park is divided into three pens, with a pen designated for small dogs and one for large dogs. Each pen has a park bench, doggie water fountain, and a pet waste station. Parking is available by the park office. See Details
Rowe Ridge Vineyard & Winery Rowe Ridge Vineyard & Winery is a small family owned and dog friendly, vineyard and winery located on 10 acres in Kansas City, KS. They are located just north of the Kansas Speedway and the Legends shopping center. They grow nine varieties of hybrid and American native grapes. Visitors are welcome to taste Rowe Ridge wines, stroll through the vineyard and fish in the vineyard pond. Leashed dogs are welcome outside on the covered patio and deck areas. See Details
Shoal Creek Living History Museum Shoal Creek Living History Museum is a pet-friendly attraction nestled on 80 acres in Hodge Park, located in Kansas City, MO. The museum has twenty-one structures with thirteen authentic 19th-century buildings dating from 1807-1885. The historic log cabins and homes were relocated from surrounding counties to create a village setting. Enjoy the nature trails and a self-guided tour on the grounds with your leashed pup in tow. Waste bags are located at the entrance. See Details
Smithville Lake Dog Park Smithville Lake Dog Park, also known as the Clay County Dog Park, features two distinct areas: one for large dogs and another for small dogs in Smithville, MO. Both areas are spacious, allowing plenty of room for dogs to play. There's water access available for the dogs, and a few benches for owners to relax on. Additionally, restrooms are conveniently located nearby. See Details
Stoll Off-Leash Dog Park Stoll Off-Leash Dog Park is located within Thomas S. Stoll Memorial Park in Overland Park, KS. The fully-fenced dog park is a grassy and wooded area for Fido to explore. Visitors will find bench seating, paved pathways and pet waste stations. Drinking water is available during the warm months. See Details
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