Top public and private dog hiking trails in Carson City, Michigan

Beagle Boot Camp

This spot was developed as a starting pen for beagles. Brush piles, food plots, and secure cover were established for rabbits. Elevated observation decks (use at your own risk) were built for dog owners to observe their dog working a running rabbit. This spot is designed for beagle use but is multi use for all breeds of dogs. This spot is located in the "country" with easy parking and access. There are very few distractions which allows you the opportunity to enjoy a peaceful experience on mowed trails with plenty of area to investigate, and plenty of scents to stimulate your dogs sniffer.

Yoko's 12 Acres Quiet Meadow & 1 Acre Hidden Pond behind the Red Barn

This is not just a place for dogs to run. It’s a quiet piece of land by the pond — a space where dogs can explore freely, and humans can slow down for a moment. In early spring, the pond may still be lightly frozen. The air feels crisp, and everything is just beginning to wake up. By summer, it becomes a place full of movement — water, grass, and happy, muddy paws. We’ve kept the space simple on purpose: • A natural pond for curious swimmers • Open field for running freely • Trees that offer shade, calm, and a place to pause No crowds. No noise. Just your time. Whether your dog loves to chase, sniff, swim, or simply wander — this space lets them be exactly who they are. And maybe, you’ll feel it too.

Soldan Dog Park

Soldan Dog Park in Lansing, Michigan offers a range of amenities for dogs and their owners including drinking water, tables, indoor restrooms, a lake or pond, and trails to explore. The park is open from 8 AM to 9:30 PM seven days a week, providing ample time for exercise and socialization. Contact them at 517-282-7150 for more information.

Park hours: 8 AM–9:30 PM 7 days per Week

The Numi Dream House for Reactive Dogs in Williamston, MI

1 acre fully fenced yard + 7 acres of private hiking trails in rural Williamston. Former stomping grounds of a fear-reactive herding dog. Please leash your dogs on the trails.

Tacoma Hills Park

Tacoma Hills Park in Okemos, Michigan offers a variety of amenities for dogs and their owners, including a dog drinking water station, field, and trail. The park is located at 1815 Hamilton Rd and can be reached at 517-853-4000 or via email at webmaster@meridian.mi.us. More information can be found on the park's website at meridian.mi.us. Visit Tacoma Hills Park for a fun and enjoyable outdoor experience with your furry friend.

Ken-O-Sha Park

Ken-O-Sha Park in Grand Rapids, Michigan is a dog-friendly park with amenities such as a small dog area, drinking water, washing area, chairs, tables, indoor restrooms, a field, and trails. The park is open 24 hours, 7 days a week, making it convenient for dog owners to visit at any time. For more information, visit the website grandrapidsmi.gov or contact them by phone at 616-456-3696 or email at info@grcity.us.

Park hours: Open 24 hours 7 days per Week

Marquette Park

Marquette Park in Wyoming, Michigan is a small dog-friendly park located at 1251 Marquette St. Offering amenities like a field, trail, and drinking water for dogs, it provides a clean and safe environment for both pets and their owners. The park is open from 7 AM to 9 PM seven days a week, making it convenient for regular visits and playtime for dogs of all sizes.

Park hours: 7 AM–9 PM days per Week

Prairie Wolf Park

Prairie Wolf Park in Caledonia, Michigan is an unfenced dog park located at 8555 Kalamazoo Ave. The park offers amenities such as chairs, tables, a lake, and a trail for dogs and their owners to enjoy. The park is open from 7 AM to 10 PM seven days a week, and more information can be found on their website gainestownship.org or by contacting them at 616-698-6640 or john.stuyfzand@gainestownship.org.

Park hours: 7 AM–10 PM 7 days per Week

Krossroads Park (Rainbow Park)

Krossroads Park (Rainbow Park) in Saginaw, Michigan offers a beautiful trail for dogs to enjoy. Visitors can contact the park at 989-792-7596 or email manager@kochvilletwp.com for more information. For additional details, visit their website at kochvilletwp.com.

Mel's 15 Acre Unfenced Private Dog Park In Laingsburg

Lovely 150 year old decommissioned farm that has been rewilding for 40 years. It has been held as a private wildlife refuge and has been farm and garden chemical free for many years. Trails wind through meadows, woods, and across frozen marsh in the wintertime. Encounter deer, turkey, crane, friendly crows, songbirds, raptors, a wide variety of wildflowers and trees. Also the occasional bunny, fox, coyote, raccoon squirrels and chipmunks pass through. In sheltering spots like my wood chip pile, I have seen snakes and salamanders. In season there are berries and fruit from wild apple and pear trees scattered along the trails. Note that this is a natural area resulting from the rewilding process and not a groomed and open park-like setting. But the trails are wide and mowed regularly for ease of walking. In the woods be prepared to navigate the occasional sticks and branches that may be on the path as typical of a natural woodlot. Wear sturdy walking shoes. This is an exciting place for dogs to sniff around! Looking forward to your visit!

Mickie's 10 Acre Unfenced Private Dog play open area In Ionia

open wooded area on the river where your doggies can run splash and play you can fish have a fire cook out hammock swim whatever you want to make your time enjoyable.

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Jennifer's "Big Open Area" Private Dog Park In Farwell

"Big Open Area" has 2 ponds with optional pavilion, BBQ grill and fire pit with a bundle of wood.

Brittany Rinehart's 5 Acre Unfenced Private Dog Park In Howard City

Out here you will feel a sense of private serenity. Property is surrounded by woods and farm land. There are plenty of trails for walking. Open spaces for playing. Birds singing and nature.

Kim's 5 Acre Unfenced Private Dog Park In Laingsburg

Large yard, great for working on distracted recall as well as leash/off leash work on the trails.

Michelle's 14 Acre Unfenced Private Dog Park In Cedar Springs

14 acres for your dog to run and play! You can even access the White Pine Trail from our yard to go for a long stroll. Also, when it’s raining we have an indoor arena for off leash play.