Dog-Friendly Activities Near SYR Airport

Middle Ages Brewing Company is a dog-friendly, locally-owned and operated brewery in Syracuse, NY. Earning the award of being the oldest brewery in Syracuse, they effortlessly produce mouthwatering, craft beers like their Syracuse Pale Ale, Impaled Ale, and Wailing Wench. Your leashed, well-behaved dog is allowed inside.

Carm's Dog House Park at Ormand Spencer Park is a dog-friendly park in Syracuse, NY where Fido is welcome to run, jump, and romp around with his favorite friends! A special note to our users: no food is allowed inside the park - this includes dog food and treats. Your dog must be on-leash when entering and leaving the dog park; leashes must be no longer than six feet. Your dog must have a valid license and have current rabies shot. Dogs should have their metal ID tag with a validated identification number attached to their collar. Owners without proof of rabies vaccine or license will be asked to leave the dog park. Dogs in heat, sick, or younger than four months old are not allowed at the park.

Bring Fido to the dog park at Skyway Park in North Syracuse, NY. This fenced recreation area, located next to the baseball fields, features separate areas for small and large dogs. Amenities include double-gated entry, waste bags and benches. Dogs should be leashed when entering and exiting.

Freight Yard Brewing is a dog-friendly brewery in Clay, NY. Dogs are welcome to join their owners on the patio at this family-owned taproom in Clay next to the train tracks that offers New York State beer, cider, spirits and soft drinks. Hungry hounds can grab a bite to eat from one of the visiting food trucks.

Fido is welcome at the dog park at Heritage Park in Syracuse, NY, a 27-acre off-leash dog park with separate areas for small and large dogs. The small dog area has a fenced 2.9-acre space and paved trail, while the large dog area features fields, a pond, shade, and looped trails. ADA-compliant amenities and a year-round paved hiking trail (bug spray recommended) make it accessible for all.

The Art Store is a dog-friendly art supply shop in Syracuse, NY. Dogs on leashes are welcome to join you as you peruse the plethora of art supplies stocked in this store. Fido is also welcome to join you if you take an art class. Be sure to stop by the front desk and ask for a treat for Fido!

Lowe's Home Improvement is a dog-friendly chain store with a location in Cicero, NY. Leashed dogs are welcome to join you while you shop for lumber, paint, appliances, hardware, etc.

Heritage Park in Syracuse, NY, is a 1,234-acre, pet-friendly park offering something for everyone. Amenities include a 27-acre off-leash dog area (with a 2.9-acre small dog section), a 40-acre lake, picnic shelters, play areas, outdoor exercise equipment, an 18-hole disc golf course and hiking trail. It's recommended to bring bug spray for the hiking trail.

Erie Canalway 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 East Syracuse! The map below shows a parking area with convenient access to the Erie Canalway 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.

Skyway Park in Syracuse, NY, is a pet-friendly recreation area offering something for the whole family. Visitors can enjoy playground equipment, sports courts, ball fields, and a large pavilion for picnics. There’s also a fenced dog park next to the baseball fields where pups can play.