Dog-Friendly Activities in Clearwater, FL

Leashed dogs are allowed on the north section only of Clearwater North Beach, which starts at Somerset Street in Clearwater, FL. Bring your pooch for a stroll along the sand and in the surf, as long as they are well-behaved and cleaned up after. Although there's no parking north of Somerset, public meter parking can be found on Mandalay Ave, south of Somerset.

Enterprise Dog Park in Clearwater, FL is a spacious field where dogs can play off leash. There are eight dog water fountains throughout the park and one for humans as well. Other features include a rinse station, benches, waste bag dispensers, walking trails and two canopy-covered picnic tables. The park is closed in the mornings on Mondays and Fridays for routine maintenance.

The Dog Park at Sand Key Park is located near the beach in Clearwater, FL and features separate sides for small dogs and large dogs with a watering station for both. Bring Fido for some off-leash exercise at this clean and uncrowded fenced area with paid parking and restrooms on site.

Bring your pup to the dog park at Crest Lake Park in Clearwater, FL. Here, canines can enjoy off-leash play in separate, fenced-in areas for small, medium, large, and all-size dogs. Water stations and an area to rinse off Fido are also provided, and leashed pups are allowed on the paved walking trail around the park.

Chadillac Adventures is a dog-friendly watercraft rental business located within Cove Cay Marina in Cleawater, FL. The company rents kayaks, paddleboards, and pontoon boats and Fido is welcome to join you as you glide through the water on a rented boat or board. Paddling tours of Weeki Wachee Springs, Silver Springs, Hillsborough River, and King's Landing are also available.

Northeast Park & Paw Place is a dog park in Clearwater, FL. Within the fenced dog park are two separate sections for small and large breeds. A water fountain and pet waste stations can be found in both areas, and agility equipment is placed inside the enclosed space for large dogs. Outside the dog park are paved trails through wooded areas where you may also walk with Fido.

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 Clearwater, FL. Shop their extensive selection of beer, wine, liquor and cigars with your four-legged best friend by your side.

DSW Designer Shoe Warehouse in Clearwater welcomes leashed and well-behaved dogs inside the store. Bring your pooch along to help you sniff out deals on designer brands in-store. DSW Designer Shoe Warehouse is open Monday through Saturday from 11am to 8pm and Sunday from 11am to 7pm.

Hobby Lobby in Clearwater is pet-friendly. Leashed dogs are welcome to explore this crafty store with their owners. They offer a variety of craft items, including paint, knitting and other artistic supplies. Hobby Lobby is open Monday through Saturday from 9am to 8pm.

Lowe's Home Improvement is pet-friendly. Bring your dog along to this Clearwater store and sniff out the best deals on DIY, garden supplies and other household items. Leashed canines are welcome inside, as long as they are well-behaved. Lowe's Home Improvement is open Monday through Saturday from 6am to 9pm and Sunday from 8am to 8pm.

The dog-friendly Shell Key Shuttle Sunset Cruises in St. Pete Beach, FL are offered several times throughout the season. Bring Fido to enjoy a 90-minute sunset cruise sightseeing through residential waterways and the pristine barrier islands south of Pass-A-Grille. All dogs must be vaccinated for rabies, bordetella, and distemper/parvo. Please call ahead for their current schedule, pricing and reservations.

The Dog Bar in St. Petersburg, FL is a combination of a private, off-leash dog park and a full-service sports bar. Located in the Grand Central District, this unique pet-friendly concept is all about the dogs. Four-legged patrons are required to have a membership, which helps ensure that all of the pups are healthy and non-aggressive. Fido will enjoy playing off leash in over 5,000 square feet of indoor and outdoor space featuring turf, misting fans and heaters for all-season fun.

Hammock Park is a dog-friendly park in Dunedin, FL, that contains pretty boardwalks that weave through the woods, a butterfly garden, a disc golf course, a comfortable picnic area, and a playground. Fido can join you on the boardwalks if they are on a leash under six feet and owners clean up any mess that they leave behind. There are pet waste stations provided and spots for Fido to have a drink, too.

The Dog Park at Boca Ciega Millennium Park is a 1.5-acre off-leash area in Seminole, FL. Fido will enjoy playing on the grassy lawn with plenty of trees for cooling off in the shade. Park amenities include two separate fenced areas for large and small pups as well as benches for humans.

The Freedom Lake Park Dog Park features a spacious off-leash area for your pup in Pinellas Park, FL. Fido will enjoy all of the amenities at this fenced dog run, including separate areas for large and small dogs, watering holes, hydrants, and plenty of shade.

Bring Fido to walk around the historic structures in Heritage Village, a pet-friendly attraction located in the heart of Pinellas County in Largo, FL. Leashed dogs are allowed at Heritage Village but not in the historic houses or the museum. Enjoy exploring the natural pine and palmetto landscape at this 21-acre living history museum. Please remember to clean up after your pets during your visit.

Florida Botanical Gardens is a dog-friendly attraction in Largo, FL, featuring diverse plants, wildlife, and natural landscapes. This local garden offers walking paths and educational programs. Well-behaved pets on a 6-foot leash are welcome, but bikes, skateboards, and smoking aren't permitted.

Tampa Riverwalk is a unique 2.6-mile waterside walkway that welcomes well-behaved, leashed dogs to join their owners along the shores of downtown Tampa. It can get busy, so make sure to keep Fido close to you along the paved pathway. The dog-friendly trail connects downtown riverfront parks, museums, attractions and businesses.

Green Bench Brewing Company is a dog-friendly brewery in St. Petersburg, FL, where Fido is welcome inside the taproom or in the beer garden. Nestled in a bright, industrial-chic building, the spacious tasting room features large windows overlooking the brewhouse, while the adjoining beer garden, complete with lawn games and picnic tables, invites relaxed gatherings under the Florida sun. With a rotating lineup of locally crafted beers from crisp lagers and West Coast IPAs to saisons, mixed-fermentation brews, ciders, and meads, the tap list caters to a wide array of tastes.

Dogs are welcome to join their owners at Little Harbor Watersports on the shores of the Little Manatee River in Ruskin, Florida. With a focus on pet-friendly boating trips for families, they also offer additional tubes and knee-boards for rent and all boats are equipped with sun shades, life jackets, and GPS units. Grab ice and other amenities on site at the full-service marina, and hit the water with Fido.