The Ann Arbor area is home to several beautiful family-friendly green spaces. But let’s not forget that our beloved furry friends love to join in on all the outdoor summer fun! There are numerous dog parks and pet-friendly trails in the Ann Arbor area for our furry friends to romp around this season. So pack your bag, boots, sunscreen, sunglasses and fido’s leash to explore these dog parks and hiking trails with your pup this summer!
Note: Remember that all dogs must be licensed and registered with Ann Arbor Parks and Recreation to access dog parks. Additionally, an annual off-leash dog permit is required. Check out more information about dog licensing here. Fill out the dog park registration form here.
Ann Arbor
Broadway Park
Featuring a network of maple and oak trees, this five-acre park includes a fenced-in 1.37 acre dog park with different areas for large or small dogs.
800 Broadway St. Ann Arbor.
Hours: Open daily Dawn to dusk. Closed for maintenance Mondays 8:30-11:30 AM and Fridays 12:30-3 PM
Olson Park Dog Park
Connected to the Olson Park, this 0.74-acre fenced-in dog park is part of a larger expansive green space featuring a pond, rain garden and recreational facilities.
1505 Dhu Varren Rd. Ann Arbor.
Hours: Open daily 6am-10pm
Swift Run Dog Park
A 10-acre dog park with benches, pet waste stations and a designated area for dogs weighing less than 20 pounds.
2998 E. Elssworth Rd. Ann Arbor
Hours: Open daily dawn to dusk. Closed for maintenance Mondays 8:30-11:30am and Fridays 12:30-3pm
Saline
Mill Pond Park Dog Park
A one-acre off-leash fenced lush green space with agility ramps and water access. There are separate areas for large and small dogs. The greater Mill Pond Park includes a pet-friendly walking trail.
565 W. Bennett St. Saline
Hours: Open 6-11pm
Canton
Canton Dog Park
Open to dog park members year round, this newly renovated dog park includes six-acres of fenced in open green space for dogs to enjoy. The park also hosts various events, so check the website for more.
46552 Geddes Rd. Canton (Located off Denton Road, north of Cherry Hill Road and across from Fire Station #3)
Hours: Open daily 6am-10pm. Closed for maintenance every Wednesday morning from 6:30- 9:30am
Northville and Novi Area
Cady Street Dog Park
A 0.7-acre fully-fenced dog park with seating.
215 W. Cady St. Northville (Located behind the Northville Art House)
Hours: Mon-Fri 9am-8pm (or dusk); Sat & Sun 10am-7pm
Marv Gans Community Park Dog Park
A 4-acre fully-fenced dog park with agility equipment, that can be accessed Five Mile Road entrance, just west of Beck Rd. The pet-friendly area is part of the larger 119-acre community park also known as Northville Community Park. Features include a secure, key fob entry.
15801 Beck Rd. Northville
Hours: Open daily 7am-9pm (or dusk)
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Novi Dog Park
A 3-acre off-leash green space for our furry friends which features double-gated key fob entry, dog water fountains, agility equipment, benches and more! For more information on dog park memberships, check out the website.
42390 Nick Lidstrom Dr. Novi (Located near the Novi Ice Arena)
Hours: Open daily 8am- 9pm (or dusk)
Note: Passes may be purchased for access to Cady Street Dog Park, Marv Gans Community Park or both. There is also a partnership which allows Northville’s Marv Gans Community Park members to access Novi Dog Park. A video orientation for Novi and Northville dog parks may be found here.
Wixom Area
Lyon Oaks Dog Park
A 13-acre fully-fenced dog park featuring agility equipment, benches, a small dog area, and more. Check out the brochure for more information.
52221 Pontiac Trail Wixom
Hours: Open daily from 30 minutes before sunrise to 30 minutes after sunset
A comprehensive listing of dog parks in Michigan may be found here.
