Whether your Great Dane needs to stretch their legs or your shih tzu could benefit from a new furry friend, these metro Detroit dog parks offer plenty of space to run, play, and fetch. Details on each park are below, and you can follow the links for more information on rules and requirements related to memberships, entrance fees, vaccinations, and more.
Lyon Oaks Dog Park听
Open sunrise to sunset, Lyon Oaks offers 13-acres of fun, all year round. With wide-open fields, this park is a fetch fanatic鈥檚 dream come true. If you hate the cold but your pup loves the snow, take solace in one of their covered shelters while your pet runs free.听Lyon Oaks Dog Park, 52221 Pontiac Trail, Wixom; 248-585-0906;听
Detroit Dog Park
Offering great city views, as well as tons of space to get your pup moving, the Detroit Dog Park is great for local dogs who need a place to play. Its location makes it a good alternative for dog owners in the city who may not have an expansive backyard.听Detroit Dog Park, 2699 Rose St., Detroit;
Mark Twain Dog Park
Founded by the Friends of Mark Twain group, this Royal Oak park was created to provide a safe, clean spot for dogs in the city to socialize. The park offers waste bags and trash cans, but it鈥檚 highly recommended that visitors bring their own water. Fees vary for this park depending on where you live.听Mark Twain Dog Park, 32380 N. Campbell Road, Royal Oak;听
Grand Circus Dog Park
Come one, come all, Grand Circus Dog Park is open to the public seven days a week all year. For eight years, the park has offered a safe, free spot for locals to bring their vaccinated dogs for a day of fun, fetch, and new friends. The park has also hosted events like Doggy Prom, Single Mingle, and a karaoke night. Grand Circus Dog Park, 2-98 E. Adams Ave., Detroit;听
Novi Dog Park
Although it requires a membership, this 3-acre dog park is worth the fees. The park features a separate area for shy or petite dogs who may feel more comfortable in their own smaller space. Utilized by over 400 families each year, Novi Dog Park is a great place for your furry friend to make a new pal.听Novi Dog Park, 42390 Nick Lidstrom Dr., Novi;
Orion Oaks Dog Park听
This doggy hot spot is perfect for pups with outdoorsy owners. The park includes a 24-acre fenced area as well as access to Lake Sixteen and various hiking trails. The lake鈥檚 dock allows for easy access thanks to its ramps. Additionally, the park is open for dog-friendly events.听Orion Oaks Dog Park, 2301 W. Clarkston Road, Lake Orion; 248-8588-0906;听
Karner Farm Dog Park
With three separate spaces 鈥 one section for small dogs, one section for all dogs, and one for people and dogs with physical limitations 鈥 this nearly 4-acre dog park provides plenty of room for playtime. Permits are required for park entry.听Farner Farm Dog Park, 5911 Halsted Road, West Bloomfield;听
Cady Street Dog Park听
This friendly, neighborhood dog park is great for dogs who are already socialized but thrive in smaller spaces. The completion of a 30-minute course is required for owners to gain park membership. The park is open year-round and a great location whether your pup loves the summer sun or the colder months.听Cady Street Dog Park, located behind 215 W. Cady St., Northville;听
Milford Dog Park
Through local fundraising and a grant from the Michigan Economic Development Authority鈥檚 Public Spaces Community Places program, a much-needed dog park was born in Milford. Your dog must have a current license to enter the park, which is located at the General Motors Road hiking trailhead.听Milford Dog Park, located at the corner of General Motors and Milford Road;听
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