Dog-Friendly Activities Near TVC Airport

The patio at Mari Vineyards in Traverse City, MI is dog friendly and offers stunning views across East Bay. Fido can enjoy a fresh bowl of water and a complimentary dog treat. Sit back and relax in the spacious outdoor area with a glass of vino, or try a range of delicious wines with your friends in a group tasting. Charcuterie is also available for purchase.

The Village at Grand Traverse Commons is a pet-friendly activity in Traverse City, MI. The attraction melds old-world, historic charm with cosmopolitan vitality. It is a thriving economic center and a diverse, multi-generational residential community. A place to live, work, play, shop, dine and explore. The Village allows dogs in the Mercato, and many merchants keep treats behind the counter. There are also hiking trails available to do with your furry friend, but please note that they aren't marked well.

Traverse Area Recreation and Transportation Trail (TART) 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 Traverse City! The map below shows a parking area with convenient access to the Traverse Area Recreation Trail (TART). 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.

The pet-friendly Left Foot Charley in Traverse City, MI is a winery like no other. In lieu of the single estate model, LFC is a collection of grape and apple growers located throughout Northern Michigan dedicated to growing fruit for wine and cider. Located in the urban setting of the former Traverse City State Hospital campus known as The Village, LFC creates an array of balanced white wine, red wine and hard cider. Every bottle tells the story of the farm, the vintage and the winemaker's dream of sharing it all with you. Leashed pets are welcome to join you on the patio.

Leashed dogs are welcome on the pet-friendly Boardman Lake Loop Trail in Traverse City, MI. The 3-mile heavily wooded trail wraps along the eastern and northern boundaries of Boardman Lake.

Fido is invited to play at the Wags West Dog Park in Traverse City, MI. The off-leash area has two fenced-in areas with a dog waste station and benches. Water is also available for your pup.

Dogs are welcome in the Beitner Park as long as they are leashed. There are 5 miles of trails to explore in the adjacent Nature Education Reserve.

The Leelanau 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 Traverse City! The map below shows a trailhead where you can pick up the Leelanau 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.

Keith J. Charters Traverse City State Park is a pet-friendly recreation spot in Michigan. Leashed dogs are welcome to join you on the hiking trails, but please note they aren't allowed on the beach. The park is only two miles from downtown, one of Michigan's most popular resort towns.

Clinch Park is a pet-friendly passive recreation spot in Traverse City, MI. Leashed pets were welcome to join you on the paved walking path with points overlooking the water. A concession stand and restrooms are also available on site. Please note Fido is not allowed on the beach, splash pad or playground during your visit.

Lululemon is a chain retailer with a pet-friendly location in Traverse City, MI. Well-behaved, leashed pets are invited to join their owners inside to shop for stylish athletic wear and accessories. Fido may even get a treat if they have any available.

Discover Traverse City, MI’s haunted past on the top-rated, pet-friendly US Ghost Adventures tour. Explore eerie streets, legendary spirits, and historic landmarks like Clinch Park Pavilion, The Pub, City Opera House, and Bootlegger’s/Dillinger’s. Bring your leashed pup for a chilling night of fun.

Leashed dogs are welcome at Reffitt Nature Preserve in Traverse City, MI, a pet-friendly 119-acre preserve with 1.6 miles of easy loop trails. Explore peaceful wetlands and forests with your pup while enjoying plenty of wildlife, distinctive plant life, and good sniffing opportunities along the way.

The Hippie Tree is a pet-friendly landmark in Traverse City, MI. The tree received its nickname because of the spiritual visitors (hippies, as locals called them) who would come to this spot for enlightenment. After receiving visions, these artists painted bright, neon paint on the tree's bark. The address listed is for Greenspire School, which is adjacent to the trail. From the trailhead, take the first right, and you will proceed up a large hill into a clearing. The next left will lead you down to the Hippie Tree.

Leashed dogs are welcome to explore pet-friendly trails through Pelizzari Natural Area in Traverse City, MI. This 62-acre park features three miles of trails which meander through wide open fields and former orchards, upland forests, and lowlands with giant hemlock trees.

Bayside Park in Acme, MI is dog-friendly. This coastal community park has direct beach access and leashed dogs are welcome to join for you a stroll along the sand. Bayside Park also has a restrooms and a children's playground.

The World's Largest Cherry Pie Pan is a pet-friendly attraction in Traverse City, MI. In 1987, Traverse City decided to build an even bigger pie than nearby Charlevoix. It weighed in at more than 28,000 lbs. The World's Largest Cherry Pie Pan was officially verified by Guinness World Records. You can visit this roadside attraction with your dog to take a memorable picture.

Bring Fido to Turtle Cove Nature Preserve in Traverse City, MI, a pet-friendly recreation area with a peaceful 1.7-mile loop trail around a scenic pond. The trail winds through diverse habitats, including northern forests, a lake bluff, riparian areas, mature white pine stands, dry sand prairie, and a leatherleaf bog, offering plenty of natural scenery and wildlife along the way.