Bark & Explore: Alpharetta’s Ultimate Dog-Friendly Guide

Paws up! If you're looking for the perfect place for both you and your four-legged bestie, Alpharetta is the perfect spot.

Thanks to Alpharetta’s (almost) 20 dog-friendly lodging accommodations, you don’t have to leave your furry friend behind when you visit. Bring your pup along to experience Alpharetta's dog-friendly activities, live music and colorful strolls.

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Alpharetta Dog Parks

• Off Leash Dog Park. Off Leash is Alpharetta’s newest neighborhood oasis for canines and dog owners. Ideally situated on the corner of South Main Street and Old Milton Parkway, Off Leash features large and indoor parks and an on-site restaurant and bar. Dogs and their owners can eat, drink, play and connect.
  Professionally trained dog tenders will supervise the pups at play, ensuring a positive environment for all.
  
  No dog? No problem! Everyone is invited to the park at no charge to enjoy craft cocktails and local brews from their outdoor bars.
  
• Fetch Park Alpharetta. Pups are invited to enjoy extensive green space to run and play, cool off in troughs of fresh water in the splash zone, and interact with all types of dog breeds. Human visitors can “Unleash and Unwind” while playing along with their pet, enjoying a coffee or beer from the Bark Bar, snapping pics with the fun murals painted throughout the park, or catching their favorite team playing on the big screen.

Canine-Friendly Trails

• AlphaLoop. This paw-some network of urban, multi-use trails connects four of Alpharetta’s key activity centers – Avalon, Downtown, the North Point Eco District, and Northwinds. Perfect for a scenic walk, jog, or stroll with your furry friend! And a new section just opened, so you can explore it together.

• Big Creek Greenway features nine miles of dog-approved pathways. With multiple access points throughout the city, it’s easy to decide what route you’d like to take with your exercise partner. The 12-foot wide paths are perfect for walking, running, or even skating alongside your pooch.

Where to Grab a Scoop with your Pooch

• Bruster’s Ice Cream. A tried and true ice cream chain, Bruster’s on Old Milton Parkway is the perfect place to enjoy a frosty scoop with your best friend. Your pup will love their signature pup cup!

• Chiringa. Enjoy vibrant surfside cuisine and enjoy people-watching at this local favorite in downtown Alpharetta. While sipping on one of their famous froses, your pup can enjoy a King of Pups frozen dog treats made with simple ingredients, including banana, yogurt, honey and peanut butter.

Upcoming Dog-Friendly Events to Fetch Your Interest

• Alpharetta Farmers Market. For over two decades, the vendors of the Alpharetta Farmers Market have been serving fresh produce and goods in the heart of Downtown Alpharetta. It’s the go-to for locals to snag fresh baked goods and snacks. Dogs on a leash are welcome to join their human companions. Open April 6 through November 23 from 8:30-12:30 a.m.

• Avalon Nights Live. Unwind after a long week with live music in The Plaza every Friday from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. at Avalon Nights Live. Grab your friends and family and get ready to dance the night away. Takes place through October 25, 2024.

• Alpharetta Art in the Park at Brooke Street Park. One weekend a month, artists create masterpieces right before your eyes at this outdoor market. Takes place Saturdays and Sundays through October. Furry friends are welcome, as long as their owners are on a leash. ;) Upcoming 2024 dates include July 27-28, August 24-25, September 28-29 and October 26-27.

Shop, then Paws and Relax

Alpharetta is the perfect place to shop! Thanks to Gussied Up Boutique, your ultimate destination for spoiling your best pal, furry friends don't have to miss out.

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