Dog-Friendly Activities in Ocala, FL

There are 18 dog-friendly activities in Ocala. Use the links below to get an overview of each one, see pictures, print directions, and even read reviews from other dog owners. Coming from out of town? Get a discounted rate on pet friendly hotels in Ocala.

Pet Friendly Don Garlits Museum of Drag Racing
Don Garlits Museum of Drag Racing Bring Fido to Don Garlits Museum of Drag Racing, a dog-friendly drag strip and antique car museum in Ocala, FL. Leashed pups, or those cruising in strollers, are very welcome to join you as you learn the history of one of America's most loved motorsports through the lens of memorabilia, cars and more. See Details
Pet Friendly The Juniper General Store
The Juniper General Store Fido is welcome to join you inside The Juniper General Store, a dog-friendly store, bar and coffee shop in Ocala, FL. Shop for local products and sip on an espresso drink, wine or craft beer. See Details
Letty Towles Dog Park Bring Fido for some off-leash fun at the spacious Letty Towles Dog Park, located within the Jervey Gantt Recreation Center in Ocala, FL. This 4.5-acre fenced dog park offers separate sections for small and large pups, concrete tunnels, sandpits for digging, water stations, benches, pavilions and a splash pad. Please note that the dog park is closed on Wednesdays and Thursdays to allow the grass time to recover. See Details
Fort King National Historic Landmark Leashed dogs are welcome to visit Fort King National Historic Landmark in Ocala, FL. This pet-friendly landmark features a reconstructed fort, an educational trail, picnic areas and more. See Details
Ocala Downtown Market The Ocala Downtown Market is a pet-friendly attraction in Florida. Your leashed pup is welcome to tag along to browse their selection inside the open-air pavilion blocks off downtown. During your visit you'll find farm stands, crafts, food trucks and more. The market is held year-round on Saturdays, rain or shine. See Details
HomeGoods Ocala HomeGoods is a chain retailer with a pet-friendly location at Market Street At Heath Brook in Ocala, FL. Well-behaved, leashed pets may join their owners inside this department store to browse through a range of products, including kitchen essentials, bedding, furniture and appliances. Don't forget to check out the pet area with treats, toys and accessories. See Details
T.J. Maxx Ocala With a location in Ocala, FL, T.J. Maxx is a dog-friendly retail store where Fido is welcome to shop with you. Bring your leashed pup inside as you browse their selection of pet supplies, kitchen essentials, towels, bedding and furniture. They also carry a wide range of clothing, shoes and accessories. See Details
Marshalls Ocala Bring Fido to Marshalls at Market Street At Heath Brook in Ocala, FL. This pet-friendly department store invites two- and four-legged friends inside to shop for various products, from clothing and houseware to accessories and shoes. See Details
Tuscawilla Park Situated just northeast of the Historic Downtown Ocala, Tuscawilla Park is a beautiful secret right in the heart of Marion County set on a calm lake with diverse birds. The trails are dog friendly. A favorite addition to the park is the Art Park, where you can explore larger than life art sculptures while still enjoying the fresh air. Please note that dogs are not permitted on playground area. See Details
World Equestrian Center The World Equestrian Center facilities are spectator friendly with many ways to watch the competitions. Experience the excitement of equestrian sports at its finest. Spectators at World Equestrian Center are encouraged to patronize the vendors at World Equestrian Center. Take advantage of on-site dining, retail and more! In addition, leashed dogs are welcome at the World Equestrian Center and are able to travel freely about the facility with their handlers. See Details
Silver Springs Conservation Area Leashed dogs are welcome at Silver Springs Conservation Area in Ocala, FL. This park offers pet-friendly nature trails to explore and see what wildlife you can spot. Please be sure to clean up after your dog, and to respect the many wild animals that call this area home. See Details
Ocala Drive-In Bring Fido to Florida's largest screen at the pet-friendly Ocala Drive-In in Ocala, FL. They are open seven nights a week, 365 days a year, offering double features with most starting at 8:00 PM. With your movie ticket, each vehicle is required to also purchase a concession stand voucher to help support the drive-in. Leashed dogs are always welcome, and you might even find dog treats for sale! See Details
Chico's Off The Rack Ocala Leashed dogs can join you on a shopping trip to Chico's Off The Rack, a retail clothing chain with a pet-friendly location within Market Street at Heath Brook in Ocala, FL. This women’s clothing store offers a curated collection of chic, unique women’s clothing, jewelry and accessories for a great deal. See Details
Florida Horse Park Florida Horse Park is a dog-friendly destination offering many acres of open fields and shaded wooded trails to explore in Ocala, FL. Visitors can enjoy scenic walks with their pups while accessing connections to multiple trail systems throughout the area, making it ideal for extended outdoor adventures. See Details
Humane Society of Marion County Thrift Store Bring Fido along to shop for great deals and help homeless animals at the same time at the very pet-friendly Humane Society of Marion County Thrift Store in Ocala, FL. Leashed pups can sniff out some fun finds and even browse through the pet supplies in stock. Profits from the sale of your donations go directly to care for animals in need. Donations of gently used items are welcome, and you can even arrange a pick-up for larger donation items. See Details
Love's Travel Stop Love's Travel Stop in Ocala, FL, is a dog-friendly gas station and rest area. Across America, you'll find Love's Travel Stops that offer facilities for traveling canines. This location has a fully-fenced dog park with a convenient waste station. See Details
SOMA Ocala Furry friends visiting Ocala, FL, are invited to shop alongside their owners inside SOMA at Market Street At Heath Brook. This pet-friendly boutique clothing store sells a range of products, from bras and bath robes to pajamas and lingerie. See Details
Dillard's Ocala Dillard's within Market Street at Heath Brook in Ocala, FL, is dog friendly. Your leashed four-legged family member is welcome to join you inside as you browse their selection. They offer a wide range of clothing, shoes, handbags, home decor and more. See Details
Silver Springs State Park Leashed dogs are welcome on the hiking trails and in the picnic areas at Silver Springs State Park in Silver Springs, FL. There are a number of pet-friendly trails, including the Sandhill Trail, a 1.7 mile loop trail; the Sinkhole Trail, traversing up through the uplands; and the Swamp Trail, a boardwalk trail that will keep your feet dry while you explore. Please note that, unfortunately, dogs are not permitted near the springs or on any form of water transportation at the park. See Details
Rainbow Springs State Park Leashed dogs are welcome to enjoy the numerous pet-friendly trails at Rainbow Springs State Park, located on more than 1,470 acres in Dunnellon, FL. Explore 14 miles of hiking trails through varied scenery, including sand pine scrub, pine flatwoods, bayheads, oak hammocks, swamps and 3 man-made waterfalls. Please note that dogs aren't permitted to enter the water. See Details
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