Plymouth Township Park is a big, friendly 80-acre park just outside downtown Plymouth, and leashed dogs are welcome. There are walking paths to explore, a fishing pond with a dock, and plenty of grass and trees to sniff. It’s a lovely spot for an easy stroll with your pup, any season.
Rules can change. Always check the Plymouth Township Parks and Recreation page and the posted signs before you go.
What to know
- Where: 46640 Ann Arbor Trail, Plymouth, MI 48170, just east of Beck Road.
- Hours: Dawn to dusk, but never before 7 a.m. or after 9:30 p.m. Hours can change without notice.
- Leash rules: Dogs must be on a leash no longer than 6 feet at all times. This is not an off-leash park.
- Who can come: Dogs must be licensed. (Cats are allowed too, in a carrier, cage or stroller.)
- Clean up: Pick up after your dog right away and throw it away. Violators can be asked to leave.
- What’s here: Walking paths, a fishing pond and dock, four shelters, playgrounds, a sprayscape, ball diamonds and a sledding hill in winter.
- Pin: ~42.3697, -83.5017.
Tips
- On busy summer days and during ball games, the playground and sprayscape areas get crowded. Stick to the walking paths for a calmer walk.
- Bring a towel after rain. Grass and paths can get muddy.
- In winter, watch for sledders on the hill and give them plenty of room.
- Keep your pup close around the fishing pond so lines and hooks stay out of reach.
What to pack: 6-ft leash, bags, fresh water and a bowl, a towel and a secure harness.
How to get there
The park is on Ann Arbor Trail in Plymouth Township, just east of Beck Road and a short drive west of downtown Plymouth. Use the address 46640 Ann Arbor Trail and park in the park lots.
FAQ
Is there an off-leash dog area?
No. Dogs are welcome on a leash (6 feet max) throughout the park, but there’s no fenced off-leash area.
When is the park open?
From dawn to dusk, but never before 7 a.m. or after 9:30 p.m.
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