Dog-Friendly Activities in Waldo, FL

There are 23 dog-friendly activities within 20 miles of Waldo. 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 Waldo.

Swamp Head Brewery

Gainesville, FL

Swamp Head Brewery Swamp Head Brewery is a dog-friendly brewery in Gainesville, FL, welcoming Fido inside the tasting room and on the covered patio. They offer a wide selection of year-round, seasonal and limited release beers. Patrons can sample a bold, diverse selection of Florida style brews like Cottonmouth, Wild Night, and Big Nose IPA. Food trucks are often available on site, and guests are always welcome to bring their own food. See Details

Kanapaha Botanical Gardens

Gainesville, FL

Kanapaha Botanical Gardens Kanapaha Botanical Gardens in Gainesville, FL, is pet friendly. Comprised of 24 major collections that you and your pooch can see from a paved walkway. These include the state's largest public display of bamboos and the largest herb garden in the Southeast. Leashed dogs are welcome, as long as they're cleaned up after. Please note there's an entrance fee to visit the gardens, and be sure to check their website for event schedules, as dogs aren't permitted during those times. See Details

Gainesville-Hawthorne State Trail

Gainesville, FL

Gainesville-Hawthorne State Trail The dog-friendly Gainesville-Hawthorne State Trail in Florida welcomes Fido on a leash under six feet long. A number of observation spots on the trail offer views of the prairie, home to bison, wild horses, and numerous alligators. See Details

Loblolly Woods Nature Park

Gainesville, FL

Loblolly Woods Nature Park Loblolly Woods Nature Park in Gainesville, FL, is pet friendly. This 159-acre forested open space features paths and boardwalks to explore with your leashed pooch. Don't forget to bring your binoculars along with you to spot one of the rare birds that lives in the nature park. Loblolly Woods Nature Park is open every day of the week from dawn until dusk. See Details

DJ's Kayak Rentals

Melrose, FL

DJ's Kayak Rentals DJ's Kayak Rentals is pet-friendly. Dogs are welcome to join you on a paddling adventure on Lake Santa Fe in Alachua County, Florida. Make sure there's enough space for you and your furry first mate by renting one of the tandem kayaks for $45. Along the way, you'll spot natural vegetation, fish and abundant wildlife. DJ's Kayak Rentals is open Wednesday through Sunday from 8am to 6pm. See Details

Paynes Prairie Preserve State Park

Micanopy, FL

Paynes Prairie Preserve State Park Dogs are welcome at Paynes Prairie Preserve State Park in Micanopy, FL. Due to potential conflict with alligators, snakes, and bison, pets aren't permitted on some of the trails in the park, but this won't stop you and Fido having an awesome time. You can still wander the Wacahoota Trail, leading to an observation trail; Chacala Trail, a series of loop trails; and a number of other trails. The trails that aren't pet-friendly are Cone's Dike Trail, Bolen Bluff Trail, and La Chua Trail. See Details

Devil's Millhopper Geological State Park

Gainesville, FL

Devil's Millhopper Geological State Park Fido is welcome to join you at Devil's Millhopper Geological State Park, a dog-friendly attraction in Gainesville, FL. This state park is a miniature rainforest with lush vegetation. Your pup can go for a walk on the nature trail, picnic with you, and walk down to the sinkhole. Pets must stay on a maximum 6' leash during your visit. See Details

Squirrel Ridge Dog Park

Gainesville, FL

Squirrel Ridge Dog Park Squirrel Ridge Dog Park in Gainesville, FL, is a great place for Fido to run and play off of the leash. There are separate fenced areas for small and large dogs, as well as running water, shade trees and benches for your convenience. See Details

San Felasco Hammock Preserve State Park South Trailhead

Gainesville, FL

San Felasco Hammock Preserve State Park South Trailhead Dogs are allowed at San Felasco Hammock Preserve State Park in Gainesville, FL, one of the few remaining hardwood forests in the state. The park features several dog-friendly trails, including three accessible from the San Felasco hiking trailhead, making it an excellent spot for nature viewing and walking your dog. Please note only the south trailhead is pet friendly. See Details

Forest Park

Gainesville, FL

Forest Park Forest Park is a dog-friendly recreation area in Gainesville, FL. An array of amenities are available to parkgoers, including a dog park, picnic areas, grills, athletic courts and multipurpose fields. Fido must be leashed outside the designated off-leash play areas when visiting the park. See Details

Total Wine & More Gainesville

Gainesville, FL

Total Wine & More Gainesville Well-behaved, leashed pups can join you as you browse the aisles at Total Wine & More, a dog-friendly wine and liquor retail chain with a location in Gainesville, FL. Shop their extensive selection of beer, wine, liquor and cigars with your canine companion by your side. See Details

Must Love Dogs Park

Gainesville, FL

Must Love Dogs Park Must Love Dogs Park in Gainesville, FL, is a 15-acre, members-only off-leash dog park with a spacious setting. Dogs can run freely, cool off in two ponds, and relax in plenty of shaded areas. The park is membership-based but open to the public during office hours, providing a safe, social space for dogs and their owners. Day passes are available. See Details

Possum Creek Dog Park

Gainesville, FL

Possum Creek Dog Park Possum Creek Dog Park in Gainesville, FL is a pet-friendly area with two separate enclosed spaces for large and small dogs. This large open space has shaded benches for pet owners and water fountains to hydrate thirsty active dogs. See Details

Dog Park at Forest Park

Gainesville, FL

Dog Park at Forest Park Bring Fido to check out the dog park at Forest Park in Gainesville, FL. This fenced recreation area features separate spaces for small and large pups to play and socialize off leash. Amenities include a dog wash station, play equipment, shade trees, benches, water fountains and trash receptacles. Pets must be leashed when entering and exiting the designated dog park areas. See Details

Depot Park

Gainesville, FL

Depot Park Depot Park is pet-friendly. Leashed dogs are welcome to wander along the paved trails of this park in Gainesville. The Depot Park open air fields, trails, and play area are open daily. The splash pad located inside the play area, is on when the temperature is above 70 degrees. Dog owners are reminded to clean up any mess that is left behind. The park is open every day of the week from 7:00am to 11:30pm. See Details

Bass Pro Shops

Gainesville, FL

Bass Pro Shops Bass Pro Shops is a pet-friendly store in Gainesville. This chain store is known for its large, wilderness-theme and wide array of hunting, fishing and outdoor gear. Fido is welcome inside to shop alongside of you. See Details

Palatka-to-Lake Butler State Trail

Keystone Heights, FL

Palatka-to-Lake Butler State Trail Dogs are allowed on the Palatka-to-Lake Butler State Trail in Keystone Heights, FL. This multi-use, pet-friendly trail weaves through one of the prettiest areas in Florida, through pine forests and vast open spaces. There are four miles for walking at the Lake Butler Trailhead (Union County), and 19 miles that start at the Twin Lakes Park Trailhead. See Details

Paradise Bark in Sunrise Park

Keystone Heights, FL

Paradise Bark in Sunrise Park Bring Fido to play with his pet companions at Paradise Bark, the Keystone Heights, FL, city dog park in Sunrise Park! Here, Fido can enjoy exploring off leash in the fenced recreation area, which features agility obstacles, benches and picnic tables for owners to unwind, and a doggie & me drinking fountain. See Details

Greenville Off-Leash Dog Area

Greenville, NC

Greenville Off-Leash Dog Area The Greenville Off-Leash Dog Area in Greenville, NC, is a local favorite spot where visitors bring their pups to socialize and play. This fully fenced park features separate large and small dog sections, benches, picnic tables and shade trees. See Details

Barnes & Noble Gainesville

Gainesville, FL

Barnes & Noble Gainesville Bring Fido to the pet-friendly Barnes & Noble in Gainesville, FL. This chain bookstore welcomes well-behaved, leashed dogs inside to join their owners inside to browse through books, games, accessories, vinyls and more. See Details