6 DOG-FRIENDLY PARKS IN TALLAHASSEE
in the Tallahassee Area
If you’re like most pet owners, you love taking your 4-legged best friend out for some fresh air. We’re listing 6 of our favorite dog-friendly parks, but there are even more to be found!
TOM BROWN PARK
Whether you’re looking for adventure or a place to relax, Tom Brown Park is the perfect area to enjoy Mother Nature with your furry best friend. With three hiking trails, two bodies of water, and plenty of outdoor activities, this is one of Tallahassee’s largest and most popular parks. Here, you and your dog can enjoy numerous leashed activities, such as 24-hole disc golf, hiking around Lake Leon, or running on beautiful soccer fields. If you want to let your dog run around free, there’s also a fenced dog park for some leash-free fun.
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LAFAYETTE HERITAGE TRAIL PARK
If you’re looking for the perfect place to give your dog some exercise, head to Lafayette Heritage Trail Park. With almost three miles of beautiful unpaved paths that curve around Piney Z Lake, you and your dog will enjoy breathtaking views of the woodlands, picturesque sights of the lake, and majestic glimpses of local wildlife—turtles, alligators, and native birds.
SAN LUIS MISSION PARK
San Luis Mission Park is a great place to escape into the lightly wooded country for a fun-filled day with your dog. Enjoy numerous leashed activities, such as hiking around Diego’s Look, fishing on Lake Esther, or simply relaxing in the shade at the picnic grounds. You can also find a fenced dog park where your furry friend can have some leash-free fun.
APALACHEE REGIONAL PARK (ARP) DOG PARK
The just-opened ARP Dog Park has everything from separate play zones to a full agility course, making it the newest must-sniff stop in Tallahassee. It’s designed for dogs of all sizes to play, socialize, and burn off energy in a safe and fun environment.
DOROTHY B. OVEN PARK
At Dorothy B. Oven Park, you’ll enjoy six acres of lush gardens filled with azaleas, camellias, palms, and other local flora. With a mixture of paved and unpaved trails, several beautiful bridges, and fantastic picnic grounds, this is the ideal place to spend a great day with your furry best friend.
BRADFORDVILLE DOG PARK
The largest dog park in the County, the Bradfordville Dog Park, provides approximately 13 acres of space for dogs to co-mingle and play. The Bradfordville Dog Park is located adjacent to the County’s Bradfordville Community Center at 6808 Beech Ridge Trail. Share your experience at the park using #LCDogPark or #BradfordvilleBarkPark.
Tallahassee is a paradise for pet owners, offering exceptional green spaces for dogs to explore, exercise, and socialize.
From the extensive trails and fenced areas at Tom Brown Park and San Luis Mission Park to the beautiful scenery of Lafayette Heritage Trail Park and the lush gardens of Dorothy B. Oven Park, there’s a perfect spot for every pup. The recent addition of the specialized ARP Dog Park and the vast space at Bradfordville Dog Park further cements Tallahassee’s reputation as a top dog-friendly destination. Grab the leash, pack some treats, and head out to enjoy the beautiful Florida outdoors with your best four-legged friend!
