Dog-Friendly Activities in McDonough, GA

Fido is welcome to play off-leash at Alexander Park Dog Park in McDonough, GA. The fenced dog park features a separate section for small pups, agility equipment, water fountains (may not be available in colder weather) and many mature trees that provide shade. The larger Alexander Park also offers pet-friendly trails for leashed dogs to explore.

Leashed dogs are welcome at Heritage Park in McDonough, GA. This pet-friendly park is home to the Veterans Wall of Honor, a historic village, nature trails, pavilions and community gardens. The Park welcomes leashed pups; however, pets are not allowed thirty minutes before, during or thirty minutes after an event is held, including ball games.

Leashed dogs are welcome at Sandy Ridge Park, a pet-friendly space in McDonough, GA. The 34-acre park features a baseball field, walking track, picnic pavilion, tennis courts, gazebo, outdoor basketball court, playground, and 3 softball fields. Dogs are not permitted 30 minutes before, during or 30 minutes after an event.

Bring Fido on the US Ghost Adventures top-rated, pet-friendly ghost tour running all year round in McDonough, GA. Walk 1 mile with expert guides past haunted sites like Henry County Superior Court, Dunn House and McDonough Square. Leashed dogs welcome—perfect for private groups or bachelorette adventures seeking scares and stories!

Lowe's Home Improvement is a chain of dog-friendly hardware stores with a location in McDonough, GA. Leashed dogs are welcome inside but should be kept close by and under your control at all times. Lowe's sell power tools, hardware, lumber, fixtures and fittings, small and large appliances, home decor and furnishings, plants and gardening essentials.

Leashed dogs are allowed at the Red Hawk Baseball Complex in McDonough, GA. The 39-acre Complex is pet-friendly when games and events are not in progress. However, dogs are not allowed 30 minutes before, during or 30 minutes after a game. Red Hawk is twenty-six acres and features a walking track, four baseball fields, a gazebo, pavilion and playground area.

Leashed dogs are allowed at Franklin Rape Park, a pet-friendly space in McDonough, GA. This 4-acre park features 2 softball fields, a paved walking track, a pavilion and gazebo. Please note that dogs are not allowed 30 minutes before, during or 30 minutes after an event (including games). Please remember to clean up after Fido.

Leashed dogs are welcome at High Falls State Park in Jackson, GA. This pet-friendly state park features over 4 miles of trails, fishing, kayaking and canoeing opportunities and scenic views. Please keep Fido on a leash no longer than 6 feet, and be aware that dogs are not permitted in or around historic sites, lodges, group camps or swimming areas.

Bring Fido along for an exciting day at Fun Spot America in Fayetteville, GA. This family and pet-friendly destination features over two dozen attractions, including go-karts, roller coasters, an arcade, event space, and dining options. Dogs are welcome on the property, but they can't go on rides. They must be on a leash and cleaned up after, so don't forget to bring waste bags.

Leashed dogs are welcome at Indian Springs State Park in Flovilla, GA. The park has over 4-miles of pet-friendly hiking trails. Pets must be on a leash no longer than 6 feet. Dogs are unfortunately not permitted in or around historic sites, lodges, group camps or swimming areas. Pet-friendly accommodations are also available, including campsites and cabins.

Leashed dogs are welcome to join you at Grant Park, a pet-friendly city park in Atlanta, GA. This 131-acre popular park offers paved paths, wooded areas and plenty of places to relax and enjoy the views with Fido.

Fido can play off-leash at North Mt. Carmel Bark Park in Hampton, GA. This large, fenced dog park has a separate section for small pups, agility equipment, benches, canine drinking fountains and a dog wash station. If you and Fido still have some energy, larger North Mt. Carmel Park offers pet-friendly walking trails that welcome leashed dogs.

Davidson-Arabia Mountain Nature Preserve is a dog-friendly 2,550 acre greenspace in Stonecrest, GA. Leashed dogs are welcome to join you when exploring miles of trails which vary in length and difficulty. The longest route takes hikers along the rugged 1.8 mile Mountain View Trail which skirts the base of Arabia Mountain. Follow the blue markers and enjoy some of the best landscape views in the Nature Preserve. The yellow markers outline Forest Trail, a well-traveled route ideal for families and first-time visitors. Allow Fido to sniff through the forest canopy and reward him with a drink at Arabia Lake. Considered an exceptional geological wonder, Davidson-Arabia Mountain Nature Preserve is abundant with rare native plant species thriving in the wetlands and oak forests, alongside exposed granite formations and multiple streams.

The Arabia Mountain 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 Lithonia! The map below shows a parking area with convenient access to the Arabia Mountain 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.

Tour the streets of Atlanta with your pup on a pet-friendly Atlanta Preservation Center Walking Tour. Well-behaved, leashed pets are welcome on nearly all their tours including Druid Hills, SoNo Midtown Commercial District, Inman Park and Sweet Auburn. The only tours where dogs are not permitted to accompany their humans are the L.P. Grant Mansion Tour and the Historic Downtown Tour. Humans must clean up after their pup and must stay outside with their dog when the tour group enters a building.

South Bend Dog Park welcomes dogs to play off-leash in Atlanta, GA. Enjoy a walk together on the winding paths around South Bend Park before letting your pooch play off-leash in the fenced space in either the small or large breed area. Dog owners are reminded to clean up any mess that is left behind.

John Lewis Dog Park is an off-leash park located in Hapeville, GA. The dog park is located inside John Lewis Memorial Park and features separate fenced areas for small and large dogs. This playground for pups houses agility tubes and plenty of shady trees to lay under.

Cherokee Rose in Griffin, GA, is a premier destination for sporting clays and Helice shooting, offering unforgettable outdoor experiences. The facility is dog friendly—well-behaved pups are welcome as long as they're kept on a leash, making it a great place to enjoy the outdoors with your pup by your side.

Leashed dogs are welcome to join their owners at the Reynolds Nature Preserve in Morrow, GA. This 146-acre, pet-friendly recreation area features a trail system through the forest that two- and four-legged visitors can explore. There is also a small first-come, first-served picnic area.

Carver Road Dog Park is a fenced pet-friendly area in Griffin, GA. Fido can enjoy agility equipment or explore one of three securely enclosed areas for off-leash play. Visitors will also find benches, a water fountain and restrooms. Each of the three fenced areas are designated for small, medium and large breeds. Outside of the fenced spaces is a large open field for a quiet casual stroll or a game of fetch between you and your four-legged companion.