Travel with your furry companion to our picturesque coast, where pristine beaches stretch along the sparkling waters, offering the perfect backdrop for adventures you and your dog will cherish. The Thumbcoast has over 80 public parks where dogs are welcome on a leash, but if your fur baby loves to swim, we have six public beaches they’re welcome!
Featured photo by Jake Vorkapich, Turnip Rock
Dog-Friendly Beaches
- Chrysler Beach – Marysville
- MDOT Four Mile Scenic Turnout – Palms
- Delaware Park – Palms
- Lincoln Park – Harbor Beach
- The north side of the pier only
- Port Crescent State Park Day-Use Area – Port Austin
- Caseville County Park – Caseville
- Between the restaurant & the pier only
Beaches listed require dogs to be on a leash no more than 6 feet long.
Photo by Dana Hart, Delaware Park
Dog-Friendly Hotels
Do’s & Don’ts Pet Travel
Photo by the Cadillac House Inn & Tavern, Lexington
Outdoor Off-Leash Dog Parks
Algonac
East China
701 Recor Rd., East China (St. Clair – Marine City Area)
Wadhams / I94 – St. Clair
Fort Gratiot
4788 Parker Rd., Fort Gratiot (Port Huron Area)
Dog Boarding / Daycare
Marine City Area
St. Clair
Port Huron Area
Lexington
Harbor Beach/Port Austin Area
Photo by Lucy’s Dog House – Pet Boutique
24 Hour Self-Service Dog Wash
Self serve dog wash in Port Huron, open 24 hours a day. Located at the west end of the Port Huron Truck & Auto Wash at 3965 Dove Road, Port Huron.
Visit their FB Page for more information or call 810-216-6447
Photo by Port Huron Dog Wash