Here Are the Best Dog-Friendly Spots in the City 🐾🏙️
If you're considering a move to Atlanta and have a four-legged family member in tow, you're in luck—this city knows how to treat its dogs right. From dog parks to breweries, coffee shops to hiking trails, Atlanta is packed with spots where your pup is just as welcome as you are.
Here are some of the most loved dog-friendly hangouts around the metro:
🌳 Freedom Barkway (Old Fourth Ward)
Tucked into the historic Old Fourth Ward, this off-leash dog park is a local favorite for residents and their pups. With separate areas for large and small dogs, plus views of the Midtown skyline, it’s a great place to meet other dog lovers and let your pet stretch their legs.
☕ ParkGrounds (Reynoldstown)
Looking for a morning coffee that doesn’t require leaving your dog at home? ParkGrounds is the perfect combo: a café with a full coffee menu and a fenced-in dog park. It's a local favorite for remote workers, dog parents, and coffee lovers alike.
🍺 SweetWater Brewing Company (Midtown/Buckhead)
SweetWater is Atlanta’s largest independent craft brewery, and their spacious, dog-friendly outdoor patio and lawn make it a fantastic spot to unwind with your pup. They host frequent events, food trucks, and live music—plus you can grab a flight of their famous 420 Extra Pale Ale or any of their rotating brews.
🛍️ Fetch Park (Multiple Locations)
This unique dog park and bar concept is like a country club for dogs. With locations in Buckhead, Old Fourth Ward, and more on the way, Fetch Park offers secure off-leash areas, shaded seating, cold drinks for humans, and doggie attendants to make sure everyone plays nice.
🌲 Morningside Nature Preserve (Northeast Atlanta)
If you're the outdoorsy type, you’ll love this scenic 30-acre preserve that features a dog-friendly trail leading to a sandy beach along the South Fork Peachtree Creek. It’s a hidden gem where dogs can run, splash, and explore off-leash in nature.
🐶 Piedmont Park Dog Park (Midtown)
A staple for city dwellers, Piedmont Park offers a spacious off-leash area with plenty of shade, benches, and water stations. It’s located in one of Atlanta’s most iconic green spaces—perfect for a weekend walk followed by a picnic.
🍷 City Winery (Ponce City Market)
Yes, even wine tasting can be a dog-friendly activity. City Winery’s outdoor patio welcomes dogs, so you can enjoy a glass of rosé while your pup enjoys the city breeze.
Thinking of relocating to Atlanta with your pet?
The city is full of neighborhoods that make dog ownership a breeze—from walkable streets and green spaces to pet-friendly patios. If you’re looking for a home near your favorite dog park or coffee shop, I’d love to help you find it.
📩 Let’s find you (and your pup) the perfect place to call home in Atlanta.