Dog Friendly Hiking Trails in Omena, MI

Fisherman's Island State Park is a pet-friendly destination in Charlevoix, MI. Fido is welcome to join you on the Lake Michigan shoreline in certain sections but must remain on a leash. Your furry friend can also tag along for a day of hiking, dog sledding and snowshoeing. Please note your pup isn't permitted in buildings or swimming areas.

Good Harbor Bay Trail is pet friendly. This 2.7-mile lightly trafficked loop trail is located near Cedar, Michigan, and offers the chance to see wildlife along the way. Leashed dogs are welcome on the path as long as they are cleaned up after.

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.

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.

Leelanau State Park is a pet-friendly recreation area covering 1,350 acres on the Leelanau Peninsula in Northport, MI. The park has two sections; the north includes the day-use area, Grand Traverse Lighthouse, and rustic campground, and the southern side features a trail system (Cathead Bay) and a sandy beach that can be accessed from the Lake Michigan Trail. There is also an interactive playground and a picnic area with a pavilion, offering a day of fun for the whole family.

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.

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 Suttons Bay! 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.

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.

Maple Bay Natural Area is a 450-acre, dog-friendly park in Williamsburg, MI, offering sunflower fields, hiking trails and views of East Grand Traverse Bay. Home to diverse wildlife and plant species, the park features a 2-mile trail through dunes, agricultural fields and 2,586 feet of shoreline. Leashed dogs are welcome to explore the trails and beach with their owners. Please be aware of hunting season.

Leashed dogs are welcome at Pyatt Lake: The Bill Carls Nature Preserve in Traverse City, MI, a dog-friendly 176-acre attraction featuring 1.3 miles of soft forest trails and boardwalks. Enjoy scenic lookouts and peaceful views of the lake while exploring the preserve’s unique habitats and pristine natural landscape.

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.