Gainesville, Florida, is known as the hometown of the late Tom Petty and The University of Florida. Gainesville is also one of the best places to live in Florida, offering a mix of an urban and suburban feel. For dog owners, Gainesville is also home to several off-leash dog parks where you can take your pooch for some off-leash romping fun.
Whether you live in Gainesville or are just visiting, we’ve got the scoop on where to take your dog off-leash. Read on to learn where to go!
Park contains edible groves to pick mulberries, peaches, and loquats
On-leash and off-leash areas of the park
Restrooms, picnic tables, pavilions, playground, shade, water fountains, and walking trails are available
Summary
There you have it! If you’re looking for off-leash dog parks, now you know where to go. Be mindful of the rules at any park you go to, and be sure to bring your dog’s leash, as some parks require a leash before entering the off-leash area. Bring poop bags and water in case the park doesn’t provide them, and, of course, have fun!
Rachel Giordano is a writer and musician living in Pensacola, Florida, with her partner and their two dogs, Aero, a Border Collie/Sheltie mix and Sophie, a Boston Terrier. Rachel holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in communication and loves writing about animals of all types. When she’s not writing about pets, she loves to write suspense/thriller novels. A musician by night and writer by day, she enjoys educating the public about the needs and requirements of animals, big and small.