Dog Friendly Hiking Trails in Waterford, MI

There are 3 dog-friendly hiking trails in Waterford, and 36 more nearby. 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 Waterford.

Pet Friendly Drayton Plains Nature Center
Drayton Plains Nature Center Open daily, Drayton Plains Nature Center offers 137-acres of natural surroundings for hikers and nature enthusiasts to explore in Waterford, MI. Bring Fido to this dog-friendly spot for a day on the hiking trails. There are nearly four miles of trails wind around ponds, through woodlands, and meadows. Interpretive signs can be found along the trails to aid your enjoyment and understanding of nature. Dogs must be leashed throughout the nature center. Please be a responsible pet owner and clean up after your dog. See Details
Pet Friendly Pontiac Lake Recreation Area
Pontiac Lake Recreation Area Pontiac Lake Recreation Area is a dog-friendly place in Waterford, MI. Their 3,745 acres offers a mixture of marshes, ponds, heavy forests, old farm fields, river bottom and lakes that support a variety of animals and excellent hunting. Designated trails throughout the recreation area are available for horseback riding, hiking and mountain biking. Dogs are not permitted in buildings or in swimming areas. See Details
Waterford Oaks County Park Waterford Oaks County Park in Waterford, MI, welcomes leashed dogs to explore its 199-acres. The pet-friendly park features three miles of hiking trails, a winter family sledding hill, outdoor fitness equipment and more. Leashes cannot be longer than six feet, and dogs must be up to date on vaccinations and cleaned up after. See Details
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
Island Lake Recreation Area Island Lake Recreation Area is a pet-friendly place in Brighton, MI. Bring Fido along on one of the paved or unpaved trails, for a canoe trip on the lake, or have a picnic in one of the shelters. Note that dogs are not permitted in buildings or in swimming areas. Remember to clean up after your pup. See Details
Proud Lake Recreation Area The pet-friendly Proud Lake Recreation Area is located in Commerce Township, MI on the scenic Huron River and offers diverse and plentiful recreational opportunities. More than 20 miles of trails cover several diverse habitats. It also offers the unique River Hawk Lodge. Dogs are not permitted in buildings or in swimming areas. See Details
Addison Oaks County Park Leashed dogs are welcome to join their owners at Addison Oaks Park in Leonard, MI. This pet-friendly park is 1,140-acres and includes a trail system, picnicking areas, disc golf, geocaching, and more. Leashes cannot be longer than six feet, and dogs must be up to date on vaccinations and cleaned up after. The Park is open year-round but is closed on Christmas Day. See Details
Metamora-Hadley Recreation Area Metamora-Hadley Recreation Area is a dog-friendly attraction consisting of 723 acres with the 80-acre Lake Minnewanna in the center. Campers, hikers, boaters, anglers, hunters, cross-country skiers, and others enjoy a wide variety recreational opportunities throughout the year. The park has a universally accessible fishing pier. Dogs are not permitted in buildings or in swimming areas. See Details
Bloomer Park Bloomer Park is a pet-friendly recreation area in Rochester Hills, MI. It features nature trails all throughout the winding park down to the Clinton River and the old canal to Yates Mill. There are also shelters and picnic areas for you and Fido to relax or enjoy a meal outside. See Details
Shiawassee Park Shiawassee Park is a dog-friendly recreation area in Farmington, MI. This secluded spot on a river has a playground for kids, tennis courts, baseball areas, a large pavilion and a gazebo to hang out under on hot days. Your leashed pup can join you on the paved trails that weave their way around the park, as long as you clean up any mess that they leave behind. See Details
Polly Ann Trail The Polly Ann 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 Oxford! The map below shows a parking area with convenient access to the Polly Ann Trail - Oakland County. 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
Kensington Metropark Kensington Metropark is a dog-friendly park in Milford, MI featuring over 4,400 acres of land surrounding Kent Lake. Enjoy a variety of recreational activities including biking, boating, fishing, hiking, and picnicking along the water. In the winter you can ice fish and go sledding! Daily or annual passes are required. See Details
Independence Oaks County Park Fido can join you as you explore Independence Oaks County Park in Clarkston, MI. This pet-friendly spot is the largest park in the county, boasting 1,286 acres of recreation amenities, including 12 miles of natural and paved trails. Dogs must be leashed during their time at Independence Oaks County Park. Leashes cannot be longer than six feet, and dogs must be up to date on vaccinations and cleaned up after. See Details
Clinton River Trail The Clinton River 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 West Bloomfield! The map below shows a parking area with convenient access to the Clinton River 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. See Details
Wagner Park Wagner Park is a dog-friendly spot in Royal Oak, MI. Bring your pet for a round of frisbee golf or a relaxing day while you set up a hammock. The park sits on 13.66 acres. See Details
Rotary Park Rotary Park is a dog-friendly recreation area in downtown Livonia, MI. Bring Fido out for a stroll through the wooded park, featuring a 0.5-mile trail. Additional amenities include a children's playground, picnic shelters, and sports fields. Remember to keep your pup on a leash at all times. See Details
Huron Valley Trail The Huron Valley 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 New Hudson! The map below shows a parking area with convenient access to the Huron Valley Trail System (South Lyon Rail-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. See Details
Seven Lakes State Park Seven Lakes State Park is a dog-friendly recreation area in Holly, MI. The public park features a combination of farmland, rolling hills, and forests. About 230 acres of water with several miles of shoreline await the park user. Dogs are not permitted in buildings or in swimming areas. See Details
Holly Recreation Area On-leash pets are welcome on the trails of Holly Recreation Area in Holly, MI. The dog-friendly park, which is located within the northern portion of Oakland County between Pontiac and Flint, is home to three lakes, a campground, a boat launch and the Holly Woods Disc Golf Course and provides opportunities for hiking, camping, fishing, mountain biking and snowmobiling. Dogs are not permitted in buildings or in swimming areas. See Details
Rose Oaks County Park Fido is welcome to join you as you wander through the dog-friendly Rose Oaks County Park in Holly, MI. The park is 640-acres of undeveloped land, featuring several glacial lakes, open meadows, and wooded uplands. Five miles of trails with accessible boardwalks and floating docks are available to dog owners and their leashed pets. Leashes cannot be longer than six feet, and dogs must be up to date on vaccinations and cleaned up after. See Details
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