Dog-Friendly Parks near Indian Creek Village

1) 92nd Street Park 

92nd St., Bay Harbor Islands, FL 33154

What was once an under-utilized parking lot, Bay Harbor Islands' 92nd Street Park, has been converted into an urban community park with an open green lawn and a dedicated dog-run area. 

Yes, dog lovers, 92nd Street Park welcomes your furry pals with open arms! 

And it's only a 3-minute drive from Indian Creek!

At  92nd Street Park, you can take a stroll with your pup, hang out, and do a doggy workout with its doggie agility equipment! 

Tire your doggos out and let them run freely through the exciting course!

92nd Street Park also offers exercise equipment for the 'hoomans,' water fountains, benches, picnic tables, and solar-powered lighting.

3) Bark Beach-North Beach Oceanside Park (Top-Pick!) 

8328 Collins Ave, Miami Beach, FL 33141

Who knew dogs could be so lucky lounging beachside at their very own Bark Beach? 

Found in North Beach Oceanside Park, Bark Beach is your pup's perfect spot for sun, sand, and sea, a 7-minute drive from Indian Creek.

While the entire beach area along North Beach Oceanside Park is off-limits to non-human visitors, Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays between 1:30 PM and 5:30 PM are an exception! 

During this period, the section between 80th and 81st Streets becomes an off-leash doggy paradise! 

That's right, your dog can romp in the sand and splash in the water during these special dog-designated hours, but be sure they keep within the dog beach area.

Let your dog play under the sun, crush the sand castle you built, or get their paws wet on the beach. 

Your dog can run the stretch without a leash,  but keep it on hand, as you'll need it when entering and exiting Bark Beach and in the rest of the park. 

If you didn't know, North Beach Oceanside Park also has another treasure for dogs, a dog park within the park! 

It has two double-fenced dog-run areas, one for large dogs and one for small dogs, so your pup can ditch the leash again inside the area!

The dog park also features water fountains for thirsty pups, benches, bags, and trash cans to make clean-up a breeze!

5) Stillwater Bark Park-Stillwater Park 

8440 Hawthorne Ave, Miami Beach, FL 33141

Located at the entrance of gated Stillwater, Stillwater Park is a cozy triangle-shaped green space in the Biscayne Beach neighborhood of Miami Beach, only an 8-minute drive from Indian Creek.

Stillwater Park features amenities for all ages, including a playground designed for children ages 5–12, spring riders, a climbing board, a track rider (or zip line), a seesaw, toddler, and youth swings, a fully lit basketball court, and a grassy field with benches. 

There are also picnic tables and benches peppered throughout the park.

The good news? 

There's a bark park for Fido too! 

Located at the northwest corner of Stillwater Park, it features two double-gated dog entrance areas, divided for small and large breeds, allowing owners to unleash their pets in a holding area before releasing them into the off-leash spots. 

You'll also find a drinking fountain for owners and dogs, waste collection, and disposal containers to help you clean up after your pup.

7) North Bayshore William Lehman Park 

12220 N Bayshore Dr, North Miami, FL 33181

All dog owners yearn for a great view and a safe place for their dogs to run wild during a vacation, and when around Indian Creek, North Bayshore Park is the perfect option, only a 10-minute drive.

With its fishing pier, outdoor exercise stations, picnic areas, benches, shelters, and expansive dog park, North Bayshore Park is a dream for families and dog lovers alike. 

And since it's right by the ocean, North Bayshore Park is also an honorary local chill spot during lazy afternoons! 

At the dog park, you'll find two separate areas for small and large breeds, complete with agility and play equipment for pups! 

They'll never grow bored at North Bayshore Park, for sure!

Bring Fido's leash when you visit, as you'll need to have your dog on a lead when going in and out of the off-leash area.