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    Dog Friendly Activities in Michigan

    Don’t leave Fido in the hotel room when you’re on vacation. Get out and play! No matter where you’re headed in Michigan, we can point you towards the nearest off-leash dog park, the most popular dog beach, a really great hiking trail, and lots of other places to play with Fido.

    Pet Friendly Tahquamenon Falls State Park

    Tahquamenon Falls State Park

    Paradise, MI
    Tahquamenon Falls State Park Tahquamenon Falls State Park in Paradise, MI, is dog friendly. The centerpiece of the park's 50,000 acres is the waterfalls of the Tahquamenon River. The Upper Falls, one of the largest waterfalls east of the Mississippi, has a drop of nearly 50 feet, more than 200 feet across, and a water flow of more than 50,000 gallons per second. Dogs aren't permitted in buildings or swimming areas. See Details
    Pet Friendly Saugatuck Dunes State Park

    Saugatuck Dunes State Park

    Holland, MI
    Saugatuck Dunes State Park A day-use park along a secluded strip of the dog-friendly Lake Michigan shoreline, Saugatuck Dunes State Park offers 2.5 miles of shoreline. The park has freshwater coastal dunes that are over 200 feet tall. The terrain varies from steep slopes to rolling hills. Leashed dogs are welcome but not permitted in buildings or public swimming areas. However, a pet swim area is located a half mile from the parking lot via the Yellow Trail. Your furry friend must always be on a six-foot leash and under an owner’s immediate control. See Details

    Warren Dunes State Park

    Sawyer, MI
    Warren Dunes State Park Warren Dunes State Park has a beautiful pet-friendly beach on Lake Michigan in Sawyer, MI. Dogs are allowed in the campground, forested trails, boardwalks, and north of the northernmost swim buoy at the beach, which provides two and a half miles of Lake Michigan shoreline. Pets must always be on a six-foot leash and under an owner's immediate control. All pet waste must be properly disposed of in trash receptacles. Entry fees do apply. See Details

    P.J. Hoffmaster State Park

    Norton Shores, MI
    P.J. Hoffmaster State Park P.J. Hoffmaster State Park is a pet-friendly recreation area just south of Muskegon in Norton Shores, MI. The park is situated on 3 miles of stunning shoreline and features towering dunes and 10 miles of scenic trails for hiking and cross-country skiing with your leashed furry friend. During your visit, dogs are not allowed in buildings or swimming areas. See Details

    Straits State Park

    St Ignace, MI
    Straits State Park Straits State Park in St Ignace, MI, has fantastic views of the Mackinac Bridge and the boat traffic on the Straits of Mackinac. The park also features pet-friendly trails, a campground and a viewing platform. Please note that your furry friend isn't permitted in buildings or swimming areas. See Details

    South Higgins Lake State Park

    Roscommon, MI
    South Higgins Lake State Park There are two pet-friendly areas of shoreline at South Higgins Lake State Park in Roscommon, MI. The first is for campers-only and is near the west campground. The second area is in the day use area. Please contact the park for specific details. Pets must be on a six foot leash and under an owner's immediate control at all times. All pet waste must be properly disposed of in trash receptacles. South Higgins Lake State Park contains almost one mile of shoreline along Higgins Lake. As the second largest campground in a state park, the park's 400 modern camp sites are situated in a hardwood-shaded area. The park is very popular during the summer months and reservations must be made early. See Details

    Ludington State Park

    Ludington, MI
    Ludington State Park 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. See Details

    Maybury State Park

    Northville, MI
    Maybury State Park Maybury State Park is a dog-friendly public recreation area in Northville, MI. It contains almost 1,000 acres of gently rolling terrain, open meadow, mature forest, and a variety of wildlife and abundant wildflowers. The park gives people an opportunity to get involved in outdoor recreation activities in a state park setting. Dogs are not permitted in buildings or in swimming areas. See Details

    Van Buren State Park

    South Haven, MI
    Van Buren State Park Van Buren State Park is dog friendly. It's a great place to walk on the trails and enjoy a picnic with your pet. If you bring a pet please be aware that they are allowed only in specified areas. Dogs are not on the beach within the state park boundaries. Your pet must be on a six-foot leash and clean-up is required. Pets may not be left unattended at any time and are not allowed in any park buildings. See Details

    Grand Mere State Park

    Stevensville, MI
    Grand Mere State Park Located in Stevensville, MI, dog-friendly Grand Mere State Park is characterized by magnificent dunes, deep blowouts and one mile of Lake Michigan shoreline. This attraction allows leashed dogs in the swimming area and the secluded beach. See Details

    Interlochen State Park

    Interlochen, MI
    Interlochen State Park Interlochen State Park in Michigan is located on two fishing and swimming lakes: Green Lake and Duck Lake. The dog-friendly park was established in 1917 to preserve one of the last virgin pine stands for the people of Michigan. Dogs aren't permitted in buildings or swimming areas. See Details

    Brimley State Park

    Brimley, MI
    Brimley State Park Brimley State Park is a pet-friendly spot in Brimley, MI. Leashed dogs are welcome to join you at one of the oldest state parks in the Upper Peninsula. Bring Fido for a day out for a stroll along the shoreline or hiking trails. Please note your furry friend isn't permitted in buildings or swimming areas. See Details

    Fort Wilkins State Historic Park

    Copper Harbor, MI
    Fort Wilkins State Historic Park Fort Wilkins Historic State Park is a pet-friendly destination in Copper Harbor, MI. Fido is welcome to tag along to go hiking, history, kayaking or admiring the history. Pieces include a restored 1844 army military that showcases 19 buildings. See Details

    Baraga State Park

    Baraga, MI
    Baraga State Park Baraga State Park is a dog-friendly recreation spot in Michigan. Bring Fido to enjoy the scenic Keweenaw Bay of Lake Superior and partake in various activities. You and your leashed pup can go wildlife viewing, fishing, hiking or kayaking during your visit. Pet waste bags are provided in many areas of the park. See Details

    Tawas Point State Park

    East Tawas, MI
    Tawas Point State Park Tawas Point State Park in East Tawas, MI is pet friendly. Leashed dogs are welcome on the multi-use trails of this recreation area that has been referred to as the "Cape Cod of the Midwest." Please note that pets are not permitted on the Sandy Hook Trail, inside buildings or in swim areas. However, there is a fenced section of shoreline for dogs to play off leash along Tawas Bay. See Details

    Dodge #4 State Park

    Waterford, MI
    Dodge #4 State Park Dodge #4 State Park is a pet-friendly recreational area in Waterford, MI. It features a sandy beach and a one-mile shoreline on Cass Lake. A section of pet-friendly shoreline is available to the west of the rock jetty. Pets must be on a six-foot leash and under an owner's immediate control at all times, even in the water. All pet waste must be properly disposed of in trash receptacles. Dogs are not permitted in buildings or in swimming areas. See Details

    Mackinac Island State Park

    Mackinac Island, MI
    Mackinac Island State Park Explore the beauty of Michigan in Mackinac Island State Park. Leashed pets are welcome throughout this beautiful, pet-friendly park, so your pup can join you as you explore the wonder of nature and the historical experiences of the park. Throughout the year, special events are held at the fort, but any day is a good day to see the great fortress and learn more about the site's history through programs and exhibits. See Details

    Kal-Haven Trail State Park

    South Haven, MI
    Kal-Haven Trail State Park Kal-Haven Trail State Park 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 South Haven! The map below shows a parking area with convenient access to the Kal-Haven Trail Sesquicentennial State Park. 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. See Details

    Porcupine Mountains Wilderness State Park

    Ontonagon, MI
    Porcupine Mountains Wilderness State Park Porcupine Mountains Wilderness State Park is a pet-friendly destination in Ontonagon, MI. Fido can join you on the hiking paths welcoming to all endurance levels, totaling 90 miles. The park also includes a disc golf area and allows dog sledding. See Details

    Warren Woods State Park

    Three Oaks, MI
    Warren Woods State Park Bring Fido to Warren Woods State Park in Three Oaks, MI. This pet-friendly attraction offers a quiet 1-mile hiking trail that leads over a bridge overlooking the rustic Galien River. Please note your furry friend isn't permitted in buildings or the swimming areas during your visit. See Details
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