The City of Miami’s latest dog park is at the northeastern end of the park, by the bay. This is a single, large dog pen with some benches for the humans and running water for the dogs, as well as waste dispenser stations. This park gets very busy on evenings and weekends. Parking at Kennedy Park can be very difficult, though. In Kennedy Park, 2400 South Bayshore Drive (at Kirk Street), Coconut Grove

The only ‘dog beach’ in the county — because the county doesn’t consider this a beach. Dogs are always allowed to swim here, and many do. Be careful of the causeway — in some places it is very close to the beach, and the area is not fenced in. The water deepens gently but never gets very deep and is very seldom rough. It is best to keep your dog on-leash when not in the water, and always bring proof of rabies vaccination. Make sure to bring your own baggies to clean up after your dog! Eastbound, between the mainland and the Miami Seaquarium on Virginia Key

In Flamingo Park, at the corner of Michigan Avenue and 14th Street. [MAP] The first Bark Park in Miami Beach, the Flamingo Bark Park is extremely popular. It features two separate dog runs, each with running water, benches and agility equipment. Parking is available along Michigan Avenue right outside the park.

In Pinetree Park, at Pinetree Drive and 45th Street. [MAP] The Pinetree Bark Park was built during Pinetree Park’s reconstruction last year, and has also become quite popular. It features two large, connected dog runs with a gate in between. Usually the connecting gate is left open, giving the dogs ample room to run and play. Running water was recently run to both pens.

Shady park for small and large dogs created and run by the town of Palmetto Bay; provides fenced areas for different sized dogs and even a place to give your doggie a shower before bringing him/her home. Location: US 1 and SW 160th Street(east side). Directions: drive south on US 1 or take the 152 Street (Coral Reef) exit on the Florida Turnpike and drive east to US 1, then south to 160th Street.

2 acre off-leash dog park (will possibly have memberships) in Palmetto Bay (basically, Miami, Florida). Will be fenced, have poop bag stations, have a digging pit, a lake for doggie swimming, and agility equipment. Location: Southwest 160 Street and US1 (aka South Dixie Highway) in Palmetto Bay, Florida. It is a ‘wayside park’ — a park on the side of the highway that has a lake (we understand that the lakes in Wayside Parks were dug to create fill for the adjoining highway)! Directions: From the North/I-95: Take I-95 south to the last exit. I-95 becomes US1 (aka South Dixie Highway). Take US1 south to SW 160 Street. The dog park is on the East side of the highway at approximately SW 160 Street. From the South/US1: Take US1 (aka South Dixie Highway) north to Southwest 160 Street. The dog park is on the East side of the highway. From the West/Turnpike: Take the FL Turnpike exit at Southwest 152 Street and head East. Take Southwest 152 Street east to US1 (aka South Dixie Highway). At US1, head south to Southwest 160 Street. The dog park is on the East side of the highway.

In Pace Park, on North Bayshore Drive and Northeast 18th Street in Miami

The five-acre Bark Park is completely fenced and offers a separate section for smaller dogs. Amenities include paved walkways, benches, shade trees, waste dispenser stations, stuff for dogs to crawl on/through/under, and specially designed drinking and spray fountains for dogs and their owners. In Amelia Earhart Park, 401 East 65th Street, Hialeah

Really nice park, it has benches for the humans and a large area for dogs to run, it is a off-leashed park, it is like new!! has running water for the dogs and waste dispenser stations, it gets very busy during the weekends, easy parking, has a parking lot and a hose for those who want to give their dogs a quick bath before going home, inside the dog park. Location: it is us1, heading to Aventura and 183 st, the entrance it is from Williams island, you have to enter to Williams island until you get to THE PENINSULA building, it is right in front, the park would be on your right side, there is also a park next to the dog park that is just for children, it is surrounded with green fences. Directions: I95 south/north depending where you live, heading Aventura then you can get off on 163 st, turning east till you find the us1 then north to find Williams islands.

Though technically not a Dog Park, dogs are permitted at the south end of the park, and many neighborhood dogs go there every day to meet and play. Park staff does monitor the dogs’ activity, and will enforce the leash law if the situation looks dangerous to them. The City of Aventura is currently reviewing plans for a dog park. Interested residents should contact the City’s Parks and Recreation Department to voice their opinions and/or get more information. On the SE corner of West Country Club Drive and the William Lehman Causeway (SR 856), Aventura

There is a separate area for kids to play on the playground. There is a basketball court and lots of grassy areas. The dog park is a huge area of open grass with lots of trees for the dogs to run. The park is surrounded by a walking path and there are several benches in the shade of huge trees to sit and watch the puppies. There is a hose and pools for washing and playing. Poopy bags and cans provided. Double gated so there are no accidental escapes. Dogs of all sizes are together. Dog Park and Playground. Location:On Plunkett and Dixie Highway (21st Avenue)just north of Pembroke Road, down the street from the Greyhound Dog Track. Directions: I 95 to Pembroke Road, East to Dixie Highway, North to Plunket, the park is on your right hand (east) side of the street.

Description: Large Playground with obstacle course. Sunrise to Sunset. Fenced, benches, handicap access, poop bags, trees, parking, water, trashcans. Location: Located on Johnson Street just east of Palm Avenue. Directions: Take I-75 to Pembroke Pines Blvd. Head East. Turn Left on Palm Ave. Turn Right on Johnson Street. It’s across a children’s playground.

Daily 7 a.m.-7:30 p.m., Apr.-Sept.; 7-6:30, rest of year. Closed Jan. 1 and Dec. 25. Fee Mon.-Fri. $2; senior citizens and ages 6-12, $1.50. Fee Sat.-Sun. and holidays $2.50; senior citizens and ages 6-12, $1.50. Fenced, two open-air pavilions, benches, disposal bags, trash cans, parking, restrooms, water, separate area for small dogs, two hose stations, drinking fountains, agility equipment, small nature area with more than 20 labeled native trees. Freshwater dog swim Sat.-Sun. and holidays 10-5, first weekend in Mar.-first Sun. in Dec.; fee $1. Dogs must remain in the car until arrival at Bark Park and are not permitted in the remainder of Snyder Park. Access for the disabled.

Fenced area for small & large dogs, bags, water, agility course for humans vending machines, entrance fee to park required. Location: 3299 S.W. 4th Avenue, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33315. 954.828.DOGS (3647). Fax 954.847.3428. Directions: I-95, exit state road 84 east, Turn right on 4th Ave. Park is on right at intersection with I-595.

Dog park for dogs of all sizes. No leash required. Three separate fenced areas for small, medium, and large dogs. Drinking and shower stations available. Waste bags are provided. Location: Peters Rd. to Fig Tree Ln. South on Fig Tree Ln. At first stop sign make a right and the dog park is immediately on the left. Directions: Peters Rd. to Fig Tree Ln. South on Fig Tree Ln. At first stop sign make a right and the dog park is immediately on the left. Immediately west of Seminole Middle School and just south of Tropical Elementary.

Description: Leash-free dog park with areas for dogs of various sizes. Location: Figtree and Peters Rd. Directions: I-595 to University N, E on Peters, S on Figtree.

This park has a new dog area with separate fenced areas for small and bigger dogs. Water fountains (dogs & humans)/lots of trees/grass/exercise equipment/bags/trash cans available. Location: Weston Rd. Directions: Take I-75 to Arvida Pkwy West. Go North on Weston Rd until the end.

This three acre park is a combined educational, natural preserve and dog park. Located on McNab Road and s.w. 83rd Avenue, it contains a dog park, nature trail, open green space, and restrooms. (Nature Area, Green Area, Dog Park ). Location: 83rd Ave. Directions: Off of McNab road. Coming from the west: after university drive. turn right @ 83rd ave (hess station on the corner). Coming from the east: Take Mcnab road west, Dog park is located AFTER 81st, turn left @ 83rd ave (hess station located on the corner).

Full park with Dog Park located in the back. Separate fenced off areas for small dogs and for big dogs. Location: SE corner of Lyons Road and Coconut Creek Pkwy, just south of Coconut Creek Pkwy.