Off-Leash Dog Parks in Florida

Commonly referred to as Hanna Park, Kathryn Abbey Hanna Park in Jacksonville, FL, welcomes leashed dogs throughout the year in the park and at the beach. This 450-acre area offers a water park, freshwater lake, pet-friendly campground, hiking and biking trails, one of Jacksonville's best surfing beaches and more. Most areas of the park are dog friendly. Fido must be on a leash at all times and cleaned up after. Please note a parking fee is involved.

Lake Baldwin Park in Winter Park, FL, offers an off-leash dog area (during designated hours) near the water with picnic tables, two pavilions and doggie showers. The park is closed every 2nd and 4th Wednesday of the month until 12pm for maintenance.

Ed Austin Dog Park located in Jacksonville, FL, is a family sports venue and exercise complex. Follow the old golf cart trail for a 1.75 mile walk or take Fido to the 4-acre dog park for some exercise and socialization.

BrewHound Dog Park + Bar is a dog-friendly bar and dog park in Neptune Beach, FL. Brewhound is a membership based park and serves coffee, local craft beer, and wine on tap. The off-leash dog park features turf grass, separately fenced areas for large and small dogs, cool, shady areas, and The Doggie Splash Pad. Areas are supervised by trained ”Ruffarees” to maintain a friendly and safe environment for all pups. Daily, monthly and annual memberships are available.

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.

Nancy Weidenhamer Dog Park, located in Destin, FL, is a dog-friendly, 1.5-acre, secure area for Fido to play. Originally known as Destin Dog Park, it was renamed Nancy Weidenhamer Dog Park in 2017 to honor the memory of its founder. Fido is welcome to run off leash at this popular neighborhood gathering spot. There is a separate area for small dogs to play. All dogs must be secured on a leash when entering and leaving the dog park. Benches and water stations are available.

The Amelia Earhart Bark Park in Hialeah, FL features a separate area for small dogs, benches, exercise equipment, shade and gardens. This five-acre space also includes picnic tables, human and doggie drinking fountains, waste bag dispensers, and trash cans. Parking is free during the week, but there is a fee on weekends and holidays.

The pet-friendly Barkley Square Dog Park in DeLand, FL, encompasses more than 14 acres and provides areas for large dogs, small dogs, training events, and time-out spaces. The dog park is situated on a parcel of land with many trees and even a small, lined pond in the large dog area. Parking is plentiful and amenities include a modern restroom, benches, dog watering stations, and attractive vinyl-coated fencing.

Bring Fido out for a day of play at the Bark Park at Tropical Park in Miami, FL. There will be plenty of pooches for your pet to socialize with at this popular fenced dog run, which includes a separate small dog area, obstacle course, drinking fountains and shade.

Ott's Off-Leash Dog Sanctuary is a clean, roomy off-leash dog park that attracts a loyal crowd of regulars Wednesdays through Sundays in Ruskin, FL. The park features a separate small dog area, shade, benches, swings and picnic tables. This sanctuary for dogs and pet parents is supported entirely through donations, including commemorative bricks and memorial trees.

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.

Canine Cove at Burt Aaronson South County Regional Park is located in Boca Raton, FL. Locals love this beautiful, fenced off-leash dog park, which includes four separate areas for different sized dogs, gazebos for shade, drinking water, waste stations, a pet washing station and benches to rest on. The park is closed on Wednesdays 12 PM until 3 PM for maintenance.

Woof-A-Hatchee Dog Park at Wa-Ke Hatchee Park in Fort Myers, FL offers pups a great space to run and play off leash while making new friends. The park features a fenced area complete with a separate section for puppies or shy dogs, restrooms, watering stations, and dog-waste disposal stations.

Halifax Humane Society Dog Park in Daytona Beach has a prime location off I-95, making it a premier destination for pet-centric travelers and community members alike. The park features areas for both small and large dogs on and off a leash. The park includes agility courses, fenced & shaded areas, walking trails, and water stations for pet owners and their animals. Be sure to check the hours of the dog park before arriving.

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.

The Gemini Springs Dog Park is a 4.5-acre fenced area of Gemini Springs Park in DeBary, FL, with two sections -- one for small dogs under 25 lbs and another for large dogs over 25 lbs. The park includes shaded areas, dog wash stations, water fountains for dogs, benches and picnic tables.

Fido is welcome at Fay Lake Wilderness Dog Park in Cocoa, FL. This park features separate areas for small and large dogs, as well as benches, a pavilion for shelter and drinking water for your convenience. Dogs are welcome to play off leash within the fenced area.

Cinquez Park & Dog Park is operated by the Town of Jupiter. It features three sections in the park for small and large dogs, seating areas, and a dog washing area. Let your dog come have some off-leash fun!

T.Y. (Topeekeegee Yugnee) Park in Hollywood, FL, is pet friendly. Bring your leashed pup to this park, which is just minutes from busy I-95. This park that is named from a Seminole term for “meeting or gathering place” attracts dog walkers, picnickers, families and more.

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.