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Dog-Friendly Activities in Wisconsin

Don’t leave Fido in the hotel room when you’re on vacation. Get out and play! No matter where you’re headed in Wisconsin, we can point you towards the nearest off-leash dog park, the most popular dog beach, a really great hiking trail, and lots of other places to play with Fido.

Pet Friendly Milwaukee Boat Line

Milwaukee Boat Line

Milwaukee Boat Line

For on the water fun with your pup, Milwaukee Boat Line cruises welcome well-behaved, leashed pets on their dog-friendly public cruises. Enjoy the cityscape views of Milwaukee, WI, as you cruise along the Milwaukee River and out onto Lake Michigan. Dogs are welcome on all general cruises but restrictions apply for specialty voyages. Sightseeing tours are offered May through October.

Pet Friendly Cave Point County Park

Cave Point County Park

Sturgeon Bay, WI

Cave Point County Park

Cave Point County Park is a dog-friendly attraction located in Sturgeon Bay, WI. This Door County recreation space features underwater caves, hiking trails and limestone cliffs along scenic Lake Michigan. Leashed dogs are welcome to accompany you on a visit. Please clean up after your pets.

Dells Boat Tours

Wisconsin Dells, WI

Dells Boat Tours

Dells Boat Tours is more than a journey through scenery, history and legend. It's your opportunity to experience the natural beauty of Wisconsin Dells, WI in just about every way imaginable. From dog-friendly river tours to group outings, sunset cruises to special events, they offer a variety of ways to fire your imagination, dazzle your senses and exceed your expectations, and dogs are welcome as long as they're leashed and there's enough room on the boat.

Potawatomi State Park

Sturgeon Bay, WI

Potawatomi State Park

Check out the pet-friendly Potawatomi State Park in Sturgeon Bay, WI. Leashed dogs are welcome to join their owners on hiking trails throughout the park, but are not permitted on the ski trails. The eastern trailhead of the Ice Age Trail is located within the park near the site of the old observation tower and will lead hikers along a beautiful stretch of Sturgeon Bay. The best time to visit is during fall when the leaves on the trees are turning an array of beautiful colors. Please note that there is a fee to enter.

Salty Paws

Salty Paws serves dog-friendly ice cream, cookies and treats to four-legged customers in Milwaukee, WI. Bring your pup in for a scoop of lactose-free ice cream in a variety of delicious flavors with a toppings bar that will be sure to delight Fido's taste buds. Canines will feel treated like royalty as they dine at cafe tables inside with other four-legged friends. They also have an irresistible selection of pet toys, doughnuts, cookies and cake mixes.

Lautenbach's Orchard Country Winery & Market

Lautenbach's Orchard Country Winery & Market

Lautenbach's Orchard Country Winery & Market is a dog-friendly activity in Fish Creek, WI. Bring your leashed pooch along with you to explore this beautiful farm and wander the rows of blossoming cherry and apple trees. Door County’s lakeside weather conditions and nutrient-rich soil lend it perfectly to growing fruit. At its height in 1958, the region produced 95% of the United States’ tart cherries. Lautenbach's keeps the tradition and heritage alive.

Whitefish Dunes State Park

Sturgeon Bay, WI

Whitefish Dunes State Park

The dog-friendly Whitefish Dunes State Park, located in Sturgeon Bay, WI, welcomes leashed pups to enjoy a section of the beach with their humans. The pet beach access is about a 0.75-mile walk from the parking lot. To reach this area, walk your pet from the parking area down the Red Trail and then onto the beach. Dogs must be on a leash no longer than eight feet at all times. A state park vehicle admission sticker is required for entrance to the park. Pets aren't permitted on the section of the beach from the nature center to the third beach access from April 1st to November 1st.

Kohler-Andrae State Park

Kohler-Andrae State Park

Kohler-Andrae State Park is a pet-friendly destination in Sheboygan, WI. Your leashed pup is welcome to tag along as you explore majestic dunes, a golden beach, shimmering blue water and abundant wildlife. Activities you and your four-legged friend can participate in are hiking, water activities and relaxing at their designated pet swim area.

Minooka Dog Park

Minooka Dog Park

Bring Fido to Minooka Dog Park, a large 19-acre off-leash park in Waukesha, WI. This fenced park has two separate enclosed areas for large and small breeds. There is no water on site, so owners should bring water and a bowl for Fido. Please note that this park can become muddy after periods of wet weather.

The Boneyard

The Boneyard in Madison, WI, is a dog park with the joys of a biergarten, featuring on-and-off-leash recreation for dogs and humans to enjoy together. While you hang out, the Boneyard’s “Barktenders” will pull you a pint from 16 taps that include beer, coffee, wine and more. A day pass or annual membership is required. Dog owners must sign an electronic waiver on the website before bringing Fido to the beer garden.

Room to Roam Dog Park of Rome

Room to Roam Dog Park of Rome

Fido is invited to play at Room To Roam Dog Park of Rome in Nekoosa, WI. Dogs of all sizes are welcome to play in this 9.8-acre space. Amenities include a walking path, benches, water and waste stations, and agility equipment.

Lake Louie Brewing

Lake Louie Brewing

Check out the dog-friendly Lake Louie Brewing in Verona, WI. Leashed pups are welcome in their taproom and on the backyard patio. They offer 12-14 craft beers in addition to hard seltzers, hard kombuchas and non-alcoholic beverages.

Sister Bay Scenic Boat Tours

Sister Bay Scenic Boat Tours

Check out the pet-friendly Sister Bay Scenic Boat Tours in Sister Bay, WI. They offer sightseeing cruises, sunset cruises and live music cruises. The boat offers refreshments onboard and they're accessible for people in wheelchairs. They recommend arriving 30 minutes before departure for their tours of Eagle Bluff Lighthouse, Death’s Door and the many islands, bluffs and beaches surrounding Door County. Tours are offered at different times throughout the day, so make sure to check the calendar on their website for specific departure times.

Tails & Trails Off-Leash Dog Park

Tails & Trails Off-Leash Dog Park

Dogs can enjoy off-leash play with paid admission at the Tails & Trails Off-Leash Dog Park in Waupaca, WI. The park offers walking trails and a large swimming pond. Annual memberships and day passes are available.

Ahnapee Brewery

Ahnapee Brewery

Brewing has been in the Schmiling family since the late 1860s, so the flavors and techniques used to craft Ahnapee Brewery's beer have stood the test of time. The taproom in Algoma, WI offers a variety of seasonal beers like the chocolate milk stout, American amber ale or Vienna lager. The outdoor seating areas are pet friendly. The brewery offers a handful of snacks like trail mix and pretzels, but you are also welcome to bring outside food.

Elroy-Sparta State Trail

Elroy-Sparta State Trail

The Elroy Sparta State 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 dog-friendly "rail-trail" is now a great place to walk Fido in Sparta! The map below shows a trailhead where you can pick up the Elroy Sparta State 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.

OPE! Brewing Co.

OPE! Brewing Co.

OPE! Brewing Co. is a brewery and taproom in West Allis, WI. This self-proclaimed "super dog-friendly" brewery allows Fido to join you inside and out! The taproom is spacious and cozy with lots of seating. Their house-brewed beers include styles like kolsch, pale ale, IPA and stouts. They also make a variety of flavored hard seltzers. Check their website for a food truck and live music calendar.

Dog Park at Prairie Moraine County Park

Dog Park at Prairie Moraine County Park

Bring Fido to the dog park at Prairie Moraine County Park in Verona, WI. This 79-acre off-leash pup recreation area is known for being the best in the surrounding area, as it features tons of trails, grassy meadows with big hills, prairie grass, beautiful wildflowers and open space for your pup to run and explore. There are disposal bags, benches and picnic tables available for humans. A permit is required.

Devil's Lake State Park

Devil's Lake State Park

Dog-friendly Devil's Lake State Park is located in the Baraboo Range in eastern Sauk County, just south of Baraboo, WI. The recreation space welcomes leashed dogs to explore with their owners year-round. During your visit, plan a hike along Devil’s Lake via the West Bluff Trail. One of the most popular hikes in the area, this 4.8-mile loop is a challenging climb up paved and rocked steps, before allowing hikers spectacular lake views from Balanced Rock.

Estabrook Beer Garden

Estabrook Beer Garden

The dog-friendly Estabrook Beer Garden in Milwaukee, WI, features beers imported from the Munich Hofbräuhaus. Leashed dogs are welcome to join you beside an outdoor table as you enjoy a pint of beer, a cider, hard seltzer or soda. Estabrook Beer Garden also serves Bratwurst, hot hogs and their famous giant fresh baked pretzel.

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