Dog-Friendly Activities in Nebraska

Fido is invited to play at the pet-friendly Dog Island in Grand Island, NE. This off-leash facility contains two separate areas for small and large pups. Dog Island is a great road trip stop, just a few miles from I-80. Outside the fence are swimming opportunities and trails to do with your pup.

Gene Leahy Mall at The RiverFront is a dog-friendly open space in the heart of the Omaha, NE, community. This modern, newly-developed pedestrian area features a pavilion for live music, sculpture garden, state-of-the-art playground and Gene Leahy Mall Dog Park. The dog park occupies 15,000 square feet of space and includes separate areas for small and large dogs, tunnels, obstacles and grassy areas.

Bob Kerrey Pedestrian Bridge is a pet-friendly walkway in Omaha, NE. This 3,000-foot footbridge across the Missouri River is a popular activity. You and your furry friend will get to say you've been to Council Bluffs, Iowa, and Omaha during your day out.

Bring Fido to play off-leash at Roper East Dog Run in Lincoln, NE. The dog run features two separate areas, a restroom, a water fountain, shade shelters, ample parking and more. Dog owners must clean up after their pets and leash them when entering and exiting.

Golden Spike Tower & Visitor Center is a dog-friendly attraction in North Platte, NE. They welcome your large pets inside the lobby area as long as they're on a leash. If your pet can be carried, you can hold them throughout the attraction. They also have a fenced-in courtyard where your furry friend can stretch their legs. Waste bags are available.

Code Beer Company is a dog-friendly brewery and taproom in Lincoln, NE. Leashed dogs are welcome to join owners inside the building to escape the biting cold of a Nebraskan winter. Stop by this century-old character building with a modern finish while you enjoy a craft beer on tap and Fido enjoys a bowl of water.

Hanscom Dog Park in Omaha, NE, has a small and large dog area and a section for regular use. A water fountain is on-site, but only between Memorial Day and Labor Day. The park is located on a hill, and several trees provide shade to visitors.

Bring Fido for a day out to enjoy Rickman's Run at Holmes Lake Park in Lincoln, NE. This off-leash facility is 23 acres and offers a separate small dog area. Amenities include walking trails, shade and picnic tables.

Located in the historic Little Bohemia neighborhood, Omaha Dog Bar is a membership-based, indoor/outdoor recreation area for canines with a bar and eatery for humans. Dogs have free roam of 5,000 square feet indoors and 10,000 square feet outdoors of well-maintained, completely fenced space. There’s also an outdoor area for timid and small canine guests. Humans can grab domestic and local craft beers, wine, cocktails, coffee drinks, and homemade sodas. Food is also available from the kitchen and visiting food trucks. Day passes, monthly and annual memberships are available.

Dogs can join their owners for fun at the pet-friendly Smith Falls State Park in Valentine, NE. This recreation area is home to the state's highest waterfall and contains sections of the Niobrara River. Take your leashed furry friend along the trails in the woods.

Branded as the "happiest place in Lincoln," the dog-friendly Urban Hound Dog Park & Bar in Lincoln, NE, invites you and Fido to unleash and unwind together. The purchase of a day pass, or monthly or annual membership is required, and entry permits one dog for every two humans. For Fido, this 4,500 square foot facility has comfortable artificial turf, water fountains and dog pools, and a separate area designated for small or shy pups. Humans can relax with a specialty cocktail or non-alcoholic beverage, take advantage of Urban Hound's complimentary Wi-fi, and shop apparel in the merchandise store.

The 2.6-acre Waggin' Tails Bark Park in North Platte, NE is fenced in with a separate area for small dogs, water fountains and benches. Parking is available near the park off of West Leota Street.

Memorial Park is a pet-friendly spot near University Avenue and Robert H Storz Drive in Omaha, NE. Your leashed furry friend is welcome to join you on the multi-use trails and visit the floral display and the historical monument.

Platte River State Park is a pet-friendly destination in Louisville, NE. This recreation area encompasses hundreds of acres of rolling hills, woodlands and more. Leashed dogs are welcome on trails to view the picturesque waterfall and at Crawdad Creek.

Wiggly Field Dog Park is located within the Voice of America MetroPark near the athletic field complex in Alliance, NE. This off-leash facility offers two separate areas for small and shy dogs to enjoy, totaling 2.5 acres. Features include agility equipment, wading pools, drinking water, cleanup stations and a covered gazebo.

Off Leash Dog Bar is a great spot for you and Fido to meet other dogs and dog parents in Lincoln, NE’s Telegraph District. Membership is required, but day passes are available. The facility includes on-leash and off-leash areas (both indoor and outdoor) for Fido to play and socialize with other pups. For humans, there's a full-service bar with alcoholic and nonalcoholic beverages, coffee, and light snacks. Be sure to check the website for information about dog-focused events, meet-ups, and food trucks.

Sandhills Drive-In is a second-run, open-air theater in Alliance, NE. This pet-friendly seasonal business welcomes leashed dogs to join their owners for a feature film under the stars. Spend a nostalgic evening beside your furry companion as you watch a movie and chow down on popcorn from the snack bar.

Dogs are welcome to join their owners at Fremont Lakes, a scenic recreation area in Fremont, NE. Visitors can enjoy a 2.3-mile, family-friendly, wheelchair-accessible hiking loop, additional nature trails, lakeside picnicking and a nine-hole disc golf course with equipment rentals available at the park office. Fido can also access the water from shoreline areas.

The Big Papio Trail is a multi-use trail preserved from a historic canal towpath that's a great place to walk Fido in Omaha! The map below shows a parking area with convenient access to the Big Papio 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.

Earl May Nursery & Garden Center is a pet-friendly store in Lincoln, NE. Leashed dogs are welcome to join you inside while you browse the aisles. You'll find lawn and garden supplies, houseplants, seasonal decor, and patio furniture.