Dog Friendly Hiking Trails in Clewiston, FL

Here are the dog-friendly hiking trails closest to Clewiston. Use the links below to get an overview of each one, see pictures, print directions, and even read reviews from other dog owners.

Hillsborough River State Park

Thonotosassa, FL

Hillsborough River State Park Located just a few minutes down the road from Tampa, Hillsborough River State Park in Thonotosassa seems a million miles away from the urban sprawl. This Florida state park has four pet-friendly hiking trails to choose from, which are over seven miles in length. Leashed dogs are welcome to join you in most outdoor areas, but they're not permitted inside buildings. The park is open daily, and there is an entrance fee. See Details

Caloosahatchee Creeks Preserve (East)

North Fort Myers, FL

Caloosahatchee Creeks Preserve (East) Caloosahatchee Creeks Preserve is home to a number of pet-friendly trails in North Fort Myers, FL. Separated by Interstate 75 with two separate access points, the east side features a 1.5-mile boardwalk and paved trail that meanders through wetland, hammock and pine flatwood ecosystems, as well as three miles of additional primitive hiking trails. Dogs are welcome to join you, as long as they are leashed and well-behaved on the trail. See Details

J.N. Ding Darling National Wildlife Refuge

Sanibel, FL

J.N. Ding Darling National Wildlife Refuge Explore part of the largest undeveloped mangrove ecosystems with your pup on the Wildlife Drive through J.N. Ding Darling National Wildlife Refuge in Sanibel, FL. Dogs are allowed on the Wildlife Drive, Indigo Trail and the Bailey Tract as long as they are kept on a leash no longer than 6 feet at all times. See Details

Koreshan State Park

Estero, FL

Koreshan State Park Koreshan State Park is a vast dog-friendly open area in Estero, FL. The park is an ideal place to enjoy a picnic, take advantage of the camping facilities, explore trails or gain access to the Estero River for canoeing. The Koreshan State Historic Site is also situated within the state park grounds. Pet owners should note that there are alligators in the area and dogs should be leashed near the water's edge. See Details

Oleta River State Park

North Miami Beach, FL

Oleta River State Park Oleta River State Park in North Miami Beach, FL is home to a lovely natural oasis of hardwood hammocks and mangroves and is bisected by the Oleta River. This large, pet-friendly urban park, located 30 minutes from downtown Miami, invites you and your pup to escape the hustle and bustle of the city. Pets are not allowed at the beach, but leashed dogs are welcome to join you on the trails and for kayaking. Alternatively, you can bring Fido for a picnic at Biscayne Bay. See Details

Lake Kissimmee State Park

Lake Wales, FL

Lake Kissimmee State Park You and your leashed pup will love the natural beauty of Florida's dog-friendly Lake Kissimmee State Park in Lake Wales, FL, as you explore 13 miles of hiking trails. The park is home to bald eagles, sandhill cranes, white-tailed deer, turkey, and a variety of other animals and birds. Dogs must be leashed at all times and are not permitted on beaches or playgrounds or in any park building, including cabins. There is a fee per vehicle to enter the park. See Details

Kissimmee Prairie Preserve State Park

Okeechobee, FL

Kissimmee Prairie Preserve State Park Leashed dogs are welcome at Kissimmee Prairie Preserve State Park in Okeechobee, FL. This pet-friendly, natural prairie habitat is home to lots of wildlife, so please keep Fido on a 6-foot or shorter leach. Your pooch can join you on a number of trails in the multi-use trail system lined with an array of wildflowers. Please note that dogs aren't permitted on the Hammock Trail. See Details

Eureka Springs Conservation Park

Tampa, FL

Eureka Springs Conservation Park Eureka Springs Conservation Park in Tampa, FL is a dog-friendly park on 31 acres featuring scenic boardwalks through a floodplain forest, walking trails, a rose garden and picnic areas. Dogs must leashed, and there is an entrance fee per vehicle. Note that the greenhouse is not pet friendly. See Details

Lettuce Lake Conservation Park

Tampa, FL

Lettuce Lake Conservation Park Lettuce Lake Conservation Park is a pet-friendly destination in Tampa, FL. Leashed dogs are welcome to explore the hiking trails with you at this 240-acre site with wooded picnic areas, barbecue grills, playgrounds and restrooms. There is an admission fee, and pets are not permitted on the boardwalk. See Details

Edward Medard Conservation Park

Plant City, FL

Edward Medard Conservation Park One of the largest regional parks in the county, Edward Medard Conservation Park in Plant City, FL is a dog-friendly area where leashed pups are welcome to explore. The park features both paved and unpaved trails, picnic pavilions, fishing, boating, and a campground. There is an entrance fee for visitors. See Details

Captain Forster Hammock Preserve

Vero Beach, FL

Captain Forster Hammock Preserve Captain Forster Hammock Preserve in Vero Beach, FL, is a hidden gem on the Indian River that goes from the river to the ocean. This 3/4 mile maintained trail passes through wonderful oak hammocks and wetland areas directly to the ocean. When you cross A1A the trail continues through another forested canopy ending under a stand of Australia pines with chairs and benches. Because this property is in the town of Indian River Shores, the beach is pet friendly for leashed dogs. Restrooms and water are at the trailhead but not at the beach. See Details

Hugh Taylor Birch State Park

Fort Lauderdale, FL

Hugh Taylor Birch State Park Hugh Taylor Birch State Park is a pet-friendly destination in Florida. Dogs are welcome to enjoy this urban oasis nestled between the Atlantic and intracoastal waterway. Described as Fort Lauderdale's Central Park, you and your pooch can explore the trails and water or enjoy a picnic together. This 180-acre state park is open year-round, and there is an admission fee. See Details

Lake Trail

Palm Beach, FL

Lake Trail Popular with locals and visitors alike, the Lake Trail is the place to go when you want to enjoy some exercise with your pup in Palm Beach, FL. As you walk along this shaded and paved dog-friendly trail, you can spot beautiful Palm Beach mansions as well as the marvelous skyline reflected in the Lake Worth Lagoon. See Details

Tree Tops Park

Davie, FL

Tree Tops Park Tree Tops Park is a dog-friendly attraction in Davie, FL. This park is home to a boardwalk through 23 acres of restored freshwater marsh, nature trails covered by old trees, an observation tower, picnic area, and campground. Leashed dogs are welcome to explore with their owners. There's a gate fee to access the park on weekends and holidays. See Details

Bonnet Springs Park

Lakeland, FL

Bonnet Springs Park Leashed dogs are welcome at Bonnet Springs Park, a pet-friendly natural space in Lakeland, FL. Explore giant oak trees, beautiful streams, boardwalks, walking paths, views of Lake Bonnet and more at this blend of an urban and natural park. See Details

Halpatiokee Regional Park

Stuart, FL

Halpatiokee Regional Park Halpatiokee Regional Park is a dog-friendly outdoor recreation area in Stuart, FL. Leashed dogs are welcome to join you on the hiking trails of this 65 acre park. The park is surrounded by a wetland preserve, so be on the lookout for alligators. See Details

St. Sebastian River Preserve State Park

Fellsmere, FL

St. Sebastian River Preserve State Park St. Sebastian River Preserve State Park in Fellsmere, FL, is dog friendly. A popular park for dogs who love to hike, there are over 60 miles of trails that span the area, mainly made up of grassy forests of longleaf pine. Dogs are welcome on the trails, where you're advised to bring water with you as it can get blisteringly hot in the sun. There's lots of wildlife that calls the park their home, including birds, deer, coyote, bobcat, wild turkey, quail, eastern indigo snakes, and gopher tortoises. Be aware that you may also run into alligators, who aren't always friendly to people or pets. See Details

Larry Taylor Kiwanis Park

Port Charlotte, FL

Larry Taylor Kiwanis Park Larry Taylor Kiwanis Park is a pet-friendly park in Port Charlotte. Wander along the wooded trails and enjoy the seclusion of this pretty park. If Fido needs to use the bathroom, there are several waste stations that can be found along the pathways. There's also a large field in the area that can be used for exercising pups. Dogs are welcome, as long as they are leashed and cleaned up after. The park is open every day of the week from 7am to 9pm. See Details

Paynes Creek Historic State Park

Bowling Green, FL

Paynes Creek Historic State Park Paynes Creek Historic State Park is a dog-friendly destination in Bowling Green, FL. Formerly the site of a trading post established during a tense time between Seminoles and settlers, nowadays your pooch is welcome to join you on the hiking trails that lead around Paynes Creek. There is a small entrance fee, and dogs must be on a leash at all times and are not permitted in the visitors center. See Details

The Barnacle Historic State Park

Miami, FL

The Barnacle Historic State Park The Barnacle Historic State Park is a dog-friendly attraction in the Coconut Grove area of Miami, FL. The Barnacle itself is a house built in 1891, a throwback to a bygone era. Although Fido can't go inside the building, you can explore the 5 acres of land surrounding it together, including a winding buggy trail through the hammock and forest that still remains intact. There is an entrance fee to visit the park, and pets must be leashed and cleaned up after. See Details