Dog Friendly Activities in Tavares, FL

Lake Idamere Dog Park in Tavares, FL, features many dog agility obstacles for Fido to enjoy. The park overlooks a small lake and has benches and shelters for your convenience.

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Aesop's Park Dog Park

Tavares, FL

Aesop's Park Dog Park

Bring Fido to Aesop's Park Dog Park, an off-leash dog park in Tavares, FL. This dog park features a designated digging area, dog washing station, canine toys, dog water fountains, 2 separate sections for large and small dogs, benches and a picnic table.

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Tavares Ecological Park

Tavares, FL

Tavares Ecological Park

Leashed dogs are welcome at Tavares Ecological Park in Tavares, FL. Walk along the pet-friendly pathway through diverse habitats as you look out for wildlife.

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Rusty Anchor Mount Dora

Mount Dora, FL

Rusty Anchor Mount Dora

Rusty Anchor Mount Dora is a dog-friendly pontoon boat tour in Mount Dora, FL. Dogs are allowed on-board so long as they remain on-leash. They offer two hour sightseeing eco tours of Lake Dora and the Dora Canal, as well as 1 hour Sunset cruises, shoreline tours, and half hour Lake front tours!

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Lake Griffin State Park

Fruitland Park, FL

Lake Griffin State Park

Leashed dogs are welcome at Lake Griffin State Park, made up of 620-acres of marshland and trees in Fruitland Park, FL. Enjoy the two pet-friendly, sandy hiking trails that meander through roughly two miles of the park's woodland. Canoeing and kayaking are also popular activities at the park. Please keep Fido on a leash that is 6-feet in length or shorter, and be aware the dogs are not permitted in any of the buildings at the park. Trails can be very wet during the rainy summer months.

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Doctors' Dog Park

Apopka, FL

Doctors' Dog Park

Fido can run and play at Doctors' Dog Park in Apopka, FL. This 750' by 300' dog park features water fountains, a pet shower, benches and plenty of space for dogs to frolic.

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Minneola Dog Park

Minneola, FL

Minneola Dog Park

Fido can romp off-leash with canine friends at Minneola Dog Park, located within Trailhead Park in Minneola, FL. The fenced park features astroturf and separate sections for small dogs (35 lbs and under) and large dogs (over 35lbs). There is plenty of open space for running, picnic tables, mature trees that provide shade, water fountains and even a fire hydrant or two. Dog waste stations are also available.

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Green Mountain Scenic Overlook & Trailhead

Minneola, FL

Green Mountain Scenic Overlook & Trailhead

Green Mountain Scenic Overlook and Trailhead is pet-friendly. This small county park is located a short distance west of Lake Apopka and offers the highest elevations in Central Florida, provding a sweeping panorama of the lake and Florida’s longest set of trail switchbacks. The trail can be accessed every day of the week from 7am to 8pm.

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Waterfront Park

Clermont, FL

Waterfront Park

Leashed dogs are welcome at Waterfront Park in Clermont, FL, where you and Fido can walk along the paved, pet-friendly trail along beautiful Lake Minneola. There are picnic tables, pavilions and a fishing pier as well. Pet waste bags are available along the trail, and please note that dogs are not permitted on the beach.

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Mount Dora Dog Park

Mount Dora, FL

Mount Dora Dog Park

Located in the Lincoln Avenue Community Park & Pool, Mount Dora Dog Park in Mount Dora, FL, includes three separate areas for large, small and medium-sized dogs. There are also trees for shade, a water bowl and restrooms nearby.

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Venetian Gardens Park

Leesburg, FL

Venetian Gardens Park

Leashed dogs are welcome at Venetian Gardens Park in Leesburg, FL. This 64-acre pet-friendly park has several paved paths to walk your dog as well as a pavilion and benches.

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South Lake and Lake Minneola Scenic Trail

Clermont, FL

South Lake and Lake Minneola Scenic Trail

South Lake and Lake Minneola Scenic Trail is one of 1600 rail-trails supported by Rails-to-Trails Conservancy, a nonprofit organization that is working to create a nationwide network of trails from former rail lines and connecting corridors. Previously an unused railroad corridor, this "rail-trail" is now a great place to walk Fido in Clermont! The map below shows a trailhead where you can pick up the South Lake and Lake Minneola Scenic Trail. Rails-to-Trails Conservancy has generously provided map data for this trail to Bring Fido for informational purposes only. For more detailed trail information, please visit TrailLink.com.

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Ronald Sefton Gaffney Memorial Park Dog Park

Groveland, FL

Ronald Sefton Gaffney Memorial Park Dog Park

Fido can play off-leash at Ronald Sefton Gaffney Memorial Park Dog Park in Groveland, FL. The park is fenced and has separate sections for large and small dogs. Humans can enjoy the shade of the trees and relax on one of the benches while dogs play together and get some exercise. If Fido still has some energy you can explore the pet-friendly walking trail through the larger park. Remember to leash your dog outside of the dog park.

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Palm Island Park

Mount Dora, FL

Palm Island Park

Leashed dogs are welcome at Palm Island Park, an 8-acre natural preserve on Lake Dora in Mount Dora, FL. Explore the pet-friendly trails, winding boardwalk, and relax at the benches and picnic tables. Please be aware that bold alligators are known to frequent the area.

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Doggie Doo Run Run

Oxford, FL

Doggie Doo Run Run

Bring Fido to Doggie Doo Run Run, a fenced, off-leash dog park in Oxford, FL. This dog-friendly space features a few trees that provide shade, a dog bath area, and a covered space with chairs. There is a sign in book and a place to leave a donation if you do not have a membership. Use the metal rods with flags to mark where your dog goes to the bathroom, because this park includes waste pick up.

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Carla Gnann-Thompson Memorial Dog Park

Eustis, FL

Carla Gnann-Thompson Memorial Dog Park

Bring Fido to Carla Gnann-Thompson Memorial Dog Park, also known as "GT" Dog Park, in Eustis, FL, for some off-leash fun. The dog park features two separate sections, one for small dogs and one for large dogs, as well as a shaded table, dog wash area, dog water stations, benches, waste receptacles and more.

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Lake Apopka Wildlife Drive

Apopka, FL

Lake Apopka Wildlife Drive

Lake Apopka Wildlife Drive is a pet-friendly scenic route through Florida's backcountry. Administered by the local water board, this drive is open weekends & holidays for nature viewing. Check out the audio tour provided on their website to get an understanding of the ecology along the route.

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Ski Beach Boat Ramp

Leesburg, FL

Ski Beach Boat Ramp

Leashed dogs are allowed at Ski Beach Boat Ramp in Leesburg, FL. This lakefront location features a pet-friendly walking trail along the water, as well as a small beach area. This area is within the Venetian Gardens, and can be accessed via walking trails.

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Mount Dora Transit

Mount Dora, FL

Mount Dora Transit

Step back in time as you explore the historic streets of Mount Dora, FL. The town still holds much of the same charm is it did when built in the 1800s. Mount Dora Transit allows you to take all of this in from the comfort of a 30 minute golf cart tour. Fido is more than welcome to tag along on this pet-friendly trip. If your dog does not fit on your lap, please reserve a child ticket to ensure there is a seat for Fido!

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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.

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