Dog Friendly Activities in Wisconsin

Don’t leave Fido in the hotel room when you’re on vacation. Get out and play! No matter where you’re headed in Wisconsin, 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 Dells Boat Tours
Dells Boat Tours Dells Boat Tours is more than a journey through scenery, history and legend. It's your opportunity to experience the natural beauty of Wisconsin Dells, WI in just about every way imaginable. From dog-friendly river tours to group outings, sunset cruises to special events, they offer a variety of ways to fire your imagination, dazzle your senses and exceed your expectations, and dogs are welcome as long as they are leashed and there is enough room on the boat. See Details
Pet Friendly Kohler-Andrae State Park
Kohler-Andrae State Park Kohler-Andrae State Park is a pet-friendly destination in Sheboygan, WI. Your leashed pup is welcome to tag along as you explore majestic dunes, a golden beach, shimmering blue water and abundant wildlife. Activities you and your four-legged friend can participate in are hiking, water activities and relaxing at their designated pet swim area. See Details
Milwaukee Boat Line For on the water fun with your pup, Milwaukee Boat Line cruises welcome well-behaved, leashed pets on their dog-friendly public cruises. Enjoy the cityscape views of Milwaukee, WI, as you cruise along the Milwaukee River and out onto Lake Michigan. Dogs are welcome on all general cruises but restrictions apply for specialty voyages. Sightseeing tours are offered May through October. See Details
Devil's Lake State Park Dog-friendly Devil's Lake State Park is located in the Baraboo Range in eastern Sauk County, just south of Baraboo, WI. The recreation space welcomes leashed dogs to explore with their owners year-round. During your visit, plan a hike along Devil’s Lake via the West Bluff Trail. One of the most popular hikes in the area, this 4.8-mile loop is a challenging climb up paved and rocked steps, before allowing hikers spectacular lake views from Balanced Rock. See Details
Elroy-Sparta State Trail The Elroy Sparta State 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 dog-friendly "rail-trail" is now a great place to walk Fido in Sparta! The map below shows a trailhead where you can pick up the Elroy Sparta State 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
Point Beach State Forest Bring Fido to check out the pet-friendly Point Beach State Forest in Two Rivers, WI! At the dog beach section, you'll find plenty of parking, cleanup bags, a restroom, water nearby, and tons of space for Fido to run, play and splash in the clear Lake Michigan water. See Details
Dog Park at Prairie Moraine County Park Bring Fido to the dog park at Prairie Moraine County Park in Verona, WI. This 79-acre off-leash pup recreation area is known for being the best in the surrounding area, as it features tons of trails, grassy meadows with big hills, prairie grass, beautiful wildflowers and open space for your pup to run and explore. There are disposal bags, benches and picnic tables available for humans. A permit is required. See Details
Brown County Dog Park Brown County Dog Park is a great place for Fido run and play off leash in Hobart, WI. It's fully fenced with and grass covered with dirt patches, wooded areas, and water access. The park features separate spaces for large and small dogs, as well as one combined. Amenities include trails, a creek, agility obstacles, handicap access, benches, water fountains, waste stations, and restrooms nearby. Park passes are required. Dog owners may walk their dogs on-leash through the rest of the park. See Details
Cave Point County Park Cave Point County Park is a dog-friendly attraction located in Sturgeon Bay, WI. This Door County recreation space features underwater caves, hiking trails and limestone cliffs along scenic Lake Michigan. Leashed dogs are welcome to accompany you on a visit. Please clean up after your pets. See Details
Wisconsin Brewing Company Check out the dog-friendly Wisconsin Brewing Company in Verona, WI. Leashed pups are welcome in their taproom and on their backyard patio every day except Fridays and during select special events. They have joined forces with Lake Louie Brewing and now only serve Lake Louie craft beers, so come by and try them! Dog owners are welcome to bring their own food. See Details
Lautenbach's Orchard Country Winery & Market Lautenbach's Orchard Country Winery & Market in Fish Creek, WI, is pet-friendly. Door County’s lakeside weather conditions and nutrient-rich soil lend it perfectly to growing fruit. At its height in 1958, the region produced 95% of the United States’ tart cherries. Lautenbach's Orchard Country Winery & Market keeps the tradition and heritage alive. Bring your leashed pooch along with you to explore this beautiful farm and wander the rows of blossoming cherry and apple trees. See Details
Kaukauna Dog Park The 13-acre Kaukauna Dog Park, located in Kaukauna, WI, contains three separate grassy areas. There is a fenced-in small dog area, a very large fenced-in area for all dogs and a fenced-in pond where dogs can swim. You can also check out the walking trail around the perimeter of the pond, which includes two bridges built by local Boy Scouts. The park is well-lit after dark and there are soda machines available for thirsty dog owners. See Details
Whitefish Dunes State Park Pet-friendly Whitefish Dunes State Park, located in Sturgeon Bay, WI, welcomes leashed pets to enjoy a section of the beach with their humans. The pet beach access is about a 0.75-mile walk from the parking lot. To reach this area, walk your pet from the parking area down the Red Trail and then onto the beach. Dogs must be on a leash no longer than eight feet at all times. A state park vehicle admission sticker is required for entrance to the park. Pets are not allowed on the section of the beach from the nature center to the third beach access from April 1 to November 1. See Details
Stigler Nature Preserve At Stigler Nature Preserve in New Berlin, WI, you will find a short, mile-long dog-friendly trail to explore with Fido. There is a clearing of high grass about halfway through, but the remainder of the trail winds through the woods. See Details
Dog Park at Capital Springs Recreation Area Bring Fido to blow off some steam at the dog park at Capital Springs Recreation Area in Madison, WI. This fenced off-leash pup recreation space features separate sections for small and large dogs, trees and trails. An annual park permit or a small daily fee is required. See Details
White River Dog Park Bring Fido to expend his energy with friends at White River Dog Park in Lake Geneva, WI. The park is located behind Eastview Elementary School and opposite Lake Geneva Skatepark. The dog park is fully fenced and features water fountains for both humans and dogs, a bone shaped bench, shaded areas and pet waste stations. See Details
Room to Roam Dog Park of Rome Fido is invited to play at Room To Roam Dog Park of Rome in Nekoosa, WI. Dogs of all sizes are welcome to play in this 9.8-acre space. Amenities include a walking path, benches, water and waste stations, and agility equipment. See Details
State Line Distillery Dogs are welcome at the pet-friendly State Line Distillery in Madison, WI. You can bring Fido both inside and out of this classy cocktail lounge. They offer a range of beverages, including a whole host of original mixes. Come by and try their handmade American gin, coffee liquor, rum and vodka. See Details
Broken Bottle Winery Broken Bottle Winery is a small, dog-friendly winery in Wisconsin Dells, WI. Your leashed pup is welcome outside on the patio or inside the tasting room. Come by and check out live music and a summer snack menu of flatbread and soft pretzels on the weekends. See Details
The Brewing Projekt The Brewing Projekt is a dog-friendly taproom in Eau Claire, WI. Your well-behaved leashed furry friend is welcome to join you at a table on their outdoor table for a beverage. They offer fresh, innovative beer along with various hard seltzers to try. See Details
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