Dog-Friendly Activities in Rochester Hills, MI

Bloomer Park is a pet-friendly recreation area in Rochester Hills, MI. It features nature trails all throughout the winding park down to the Clinton River and the old canal to Yates Mill. There are also shelters and picnic areas for you and Fido to relax or enjoy a meal outside.

Bordine's is a pet-friendly store in Rochester Hills, MI. Leashed dogs are welcome to join their owners as they shop for plants and housewares at this nursery. They offer various annual and perennial plants and have daily specials.

Yates Cider Mill is a pet-friendly farm and cidery in Rochester Hills, MI. Bring Fido along while you walk the grounds, try out their homemade apple cider, buy ice cream, or shop the jams/jellies, apple butters, baked goods, and gifts. There are picnic tables scattered throughout the property, some with a water view. Be sure to keep your pup leashed at all times.

Barnes & Noble is a chain bookstore with a dog-friendly location at The Village of Rochester Hills in Michigan. Dog owners and well-behaved, leashed pups are invited to browse for an array of books, games, vinyl records, gifts and more.

Stony Creek Dog Park is a large fenced-in area for dogs to play, exercise and socialize in Shelby Township, MI. The park can be accessed from the asphalt path in the Oakgrove Picnic Area. The initial concrete bullpen is equipped with a water bottle/bowl filling station, benches, a planting bed, and dog waste stations. Inside the green space are more benches and picnic tables, as well as a small dog area for pups 15lbs or less. A Metroparks vehicle pass is required to enter the Metropark.

Dogs are welcome at the off-leash dog park at Orion Oaks in Lake Orion, MI. This 24-acre fenced park features a designated area for small dogs, two scenic trails, a picnic shelter, a large grassy field and modern restrooms. Beyond the dog park, you and your pup can explore an additional 14 acres of surrounding trails open for leashed hiking.

The Mall at Partridge Creek is a pet-friendly outdoor shopping center in Clinton Township, ME. The paved walkway is great for you and Fido to get some steps in. Four dog comfort stations are provided throughout the perimeter. They even have dog sculptures! Check their website for details on dog-friendly events throughout the year. Be mindful that stores have their own policies for dog entry.

Dodge #4 State Park is a pet-friendly recreational area in Waterford, MI. It features a sandy beach and a one-mile shoreline on Cass Lake. A section of pet-friendly shoreline is available to the west of the rock jetty. Pets must be on a six-foot leash and under an owner's immediate control at all times, even in the water. All pet waste must be properly disposed of in trash receptacles. Dogs are not permitted in buildings or in swimming areas.

Dogs are welcome to shop with their humans at Bass Pro Shops in Auburn Hills, MI. This pet-friendly store offers retail items for outdoor recreation, fishing, camping, boating, hunting, dog training, and more. Keep Fido leashed at all times.

Leashed dogs are welcome to join their owners at Addison Oaks Park in Leonard, MI. This pet-friendly park is 1,140-acres and includes a trail system, picnicking areas, disc golf, geocaching, and more. Leashes cannot be longer than six feet, and dogs must be up to date on vaccinations and cleaned up after. The Park is open year-round but is closed on Christmas Day.

Baffin Brewing Company is a pet-friendly taproom in St. Clair Shores, MI, where Fido can join you at an outside table. They offer a wide selection of craft beverages, from IPAS to fruit seltzers. Be sure to check their website to see their rotating food truck schedule.

The Polly Ann 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 Oxford! The map below shows a parking area with convenient access to the Polly Ann Trail - Oakland County. 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.

Metamora-Hadley Recreation Area is a dog-friendly attraction consisting of 723 acres with the 80-acre Lake Minnewanna in the center. Campers, hikers, boaters, anglers, hunters, cross-country skiers, and others enjoy a wide variety recreational opportunities throughout the year. The park has a universally accessible fishing pier. Dogs are not permitted in buildings or in swimming areas.

Dodge Park is a dog-friendly area in Sterling Heights, MI. Dogs are welcome on a leash at this park. This 51.2-acre park offers various sidewalk paths for you and Fido to walk, as well as grassy lawns and picnic areas to relax or enjoy a meal outdoors. Remember to clean up after your pet and keep them leashed at all times.

Bright Ideas Furniture sells contemporary home furnishings in the heart of downtown Royal Oak, MI. They are a dog-friendly store with contemporary furniture, as well as an eclectic mix of dog merchandise such as art, pillows, and dog beds.

Dog and Pony Show Brewing is a dog-friendly microbrewery in Oak Park, MI. Grab a seat outside on the patio where you can sip on a craft beer while unwinding with Fido. They also have a rotating schedule of food trucks. Note that pets aren't permitted inside.

Urbanrest Brewing Company is a dog-friendly brewery in Ferndale, MI, that welcomes Fido on the outdoor patio. They specialize in urban farmhouse ale and kombucha. They frequently host food trucks, and guests are also welcome to bring their own food.

Red Oaks Dog Park in Madison Heights, MI, features 5.2 acres of fully-fenced space for your pup to run. There are separate areas for small and large breeds, a picnic shelter for pet owners, water fountain, waste station, and a hose for cleaning up Fido before heading home. A daily or annual Oakland County Parks vehicle permit is required for parking, and all dogs visiting the park must have a license and wear it at all times.

Open daily, Drayton Plains Nature Center offers 137-acres of natural surroundings for hikers and nature enthusiasts to explore in Waterford, MI. Bring Fido to this dog-friendly spot for a day on the hiking trails. There are nearly four miles of trails wind around ponds, through woodlands, and meadows. Interpretive signs can be found along the trails to aid your enjoyment and understanding of nature. Dogs must be leashed throughout the nature center. Please be a responsible pet owner and clean up after your dog.

Copper Hop Brewing Company in St. Clair Shores, MI, is a craft brewery with a pet-friendly, covered patio that is heated during the winter. Grab a pint, a bite to eat from one of the food trucks (when available) and enjoy the weather with your dog. Be sure to check the food truck schedule online in advance.