Top public and private dog hiking trails in Freeland, Michigan

Antony's 17 Acre Unfenced Private Dog Park In Swartz Creek

Just under a mile from downtown Swartz Creek, this peaceful property offers a scenic mix of open space and nature. Stroll with your dog through a small seasonal garden and pumpkin patch, or relax together under the shade of the pines. You might even spot deer, wild turkeys, or playful black and grey squirrels leaping from branch to branch. The farther you wander, the more you’ll find yourself surrounded by the calm and beauty of nature.

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.

Discovery Preserve

Discovery Preserve is a dog park located at 1701 S Euclid Ave in Bay City, Michigan. The park offers amenities such as a small dog friendly area and trails for dogs to explore. It is open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. For more information, visitors can visit the website at sblc-mi.org or contact the park at 989-891-9986 or email comments@sblc-mi.org or sarah@sblc-mi.org. Visit Discovery Preserve for a fun and safe outdoor experience for your furry friends.

Park hours: Open 24 hours 7 days per Week

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.

DeFoe Park

DeFoe Park is a dog park located at 209 E Hart St in Bay City, Michigan. It offers amenities such as dog drinking water, a dog washing area, and a trail for dogs to enjoy. The park is open from 8 AM to 9 PM seven days a week. For more information, visit baycitymi.gov or call 989-894-8314.

Park hours: 8 AM–9 PM 7 days per Week

Golson Nature Area

Golson Nature Area in Bay City, Michigan offers a dog-friendly environment with a lake or pond and trail for dogs to enjoy. The park is open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week for visitors to explore and play with their furry friends. For more information, visit baycitymi.gov or call 989-894-8314.

Park hours: Open 24 hours 7 days per Week

Suzette's Private Dog Park In Mayville

Kearsley Park

Kearsley Park in Flint, Michigan offers a small dog-friendly environment and a scenic trail for pets and their owners to enjoy. The park is open from 6 AM to 10 PM seven days a week, providing ample opportunity for exercise and socialization. For more information, individuals can contact the park at 810-766-7463.

Park hours: 6 AM–10 PM 7 days per Week

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!

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.

Chelsea's Private Dog Park In Swartz Creek

Waggin tail Dog Park In Stanton

Stones Private Dog Park In Gladwin

We have great parking , have 10 acres , catering to your fur babies ,

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.