Dog-Friendly Activities Near LDM Airport

Located on the banks of Lake Michigan in Ludington, MI, Buttersville Park offers plenty to do with your pooch during their mid-May through the mid-October season. There's a dog-friendly beach area, picnic facilities, camping, or just taking a stroll to see the breathtaking view of the Lake Michigan shoreline, including the North Breakwater Lighthouse. Please ensure Fido remains on a leash during your visit.

Ludington State Park is a dog-friendly trail and state park in Ludington, MI. Leashed pets are welcome to explore the State Park, which features beautiful hiking trails along Lake Hamlin. The hiking trails are wooded and cross several small islands. There are many places along the trail to sit and enjoy the lake. The Park does not allow pets in any water area used for swimming or wading, including Lake Michigan. However, pets are allowed on the Big Sable River (east of the highway bridge) and on Hamlin Lake (outside of the swim area) as well as other public park areas.

Fido is invited to play at Ludington's Central Bark Park in Michigan. The off-leash outdoor facility offers roughly 2 acres of fenced-in wooded areas with two sections for small and large dogs. You can find this park right off of the Cartier Park Loop.

Historic White Pine Village in Ludington, MI is dog-friendly. Historic White Pine Village offers a living history, family-friendly, fun-filled tour of a late 19th to early 20th-century pioneer village. Well-behaved, leashed dogs are welcome to tour the grounds with their owners. The village is open May-October; check the website for dates. There is Admission fee for adults but Fido can visit for free.

Fido is invited to play at Loomis Street Dog Beach in Ludington, MI. You will notice about 50 yards from the boat ramp area where your furry friend can cool off. A restroom, trash can, doggie bags and a walking loop are nearby.

Bring Fido on the US Ghost Adventures top-rated, pet-friendly ghost tour running all year round in Ludington, MI. Walk 1 mile with expert guides past the Mason County Courthouse, Cartier Mansion B&B, and Stearns Hotel while hearing chilling tales of restless spirits and haunted history. Leashed pups welcome—perfect for private tours and bachelorette parties.

Lake Michigan Circle Tour is a pet-friendly scenic drive that spans over 1,100 miles and takes around 15 hours to complete with no stops. It follows state highways around Lake Michigan, through Illinois, Indiana, Wisconsin, and Michigan.

Cartier Park is a pet-friendly natural area with a camping facility on the Lincoln River in Ludington, MI. Fido is welcome to join you on the 1-mile loop, where you will find a dog park. The park is surrounded by 68 acres of untouched forests.