Ontario’s West Coast’s warm hospitality and stunning natural beauty create an ideal getaway for dog owners seeking memorable moments and plenty of fun for their four-legged companions. Huron County offers dog-friendly beaches, off-leash dog parks, hiking trails, and plenty of accommodation and dining options where your furry friends are welcome.
FOOD & BEVERAGE
Your well-mannered pooch is welcome on the patio of the following locations.
73463 Bluewater Hwy, Zurich
Leashed dogs welcome on the outdoor patio.
14 Bayfield Main St N, Bayfield
Leashed dogs welcome on the outdoor patio.
Black Dog Village Pub & Bistro –
5 Main Street N., Bayfield
Leashed dogs welcome on the outdoor patio.
9b Bayfield Main St N, Bayfield
Leashed dogs welcome on the outdoor patio.
74444 Bluewater Hwy, Bayfield
Leashed dogs welcome on the outdoor patio.
40035 Blyth Road, Blyth
Leashed dogs welcome on the outdoor patio.
70665 B Line, Grand Bend, ON N0M 1T0
Leashed dogs welcome on the outdoor patio. Guests are welcome to bring their four-legged companions to our fully fenced Dog Park.
130 East St, Goderich, ON N7A 1N4
Leashed dogs welcome on the outdoor patio.
527 Main Street S., Exeter
Outdoor dog run next to the patio.
78925 Sanctuary Line, Seaforth
Leashed dogs welcome. Dogs in the Vineyards events are scheduled periodically.
168 West St, Goderich
Leashed dogs welcome on the outdoor patio.
10 Courthouse Square, Goderich
Leashed dogs welcome on the outdoor patio.
430 Parsons Ct, Goderich
Leashed dogs welcome on the outdoor patio.
ACCOMMODATIONS
Auburn Riverside Resort – 38382 Blyth Road, Auburn
Friendly dogs are allowed in the campground. They must remain leashed at all times. Onsite dog park.
Bayfield River Cottage Colony -19 Fisherman’s Whard Road, Bayfield
Well-mannered dogs welcome and must stay with owners at all times
Benmiller Inn & Spa – 81175 Benmiller Line RR#4, Goderich
2 pet friendly rooms available. Pet fee of $50/night.
Cottage Stays – Bayfield, Lakeshore and Countywide
Pet friendly cottage rental listings
Deer Park Lodge – 76803 Bluewater Hwy., Bayfield
One dog per cottage
Oakwood Resort – 70671 Bluewater Hwy, Grand Bend
Well-mannered dogs welcome and must stay with owners at all times
Port Albert Inn & Cottages – 9 Wellington Street S., Port Albert
Well-mannered dogs welcome and must stay with owners at all times
The Albion Hotel – 1 Main Street, Bayfield
Small well-trained dogs are allowed
The Ashwood Inn – 34777 Bayfield River Road., Bayfield
Allows pets under 20 lbs with nominal charges of $25 per day and some restrictions.
The Little Inn of Bayfield – 26 Bayfield Main St N, Bayfield
Well-mannered dogs welcome and must stay with owners at all times
PET FRIENDLY BEACHES
Dogs on leash are welcome at ten Ontario’s West Coast beaches.
Amberely Beach – 86569 Amberley Beach Road, North of Goderich, ON
Ashfield Park – 33739 Zion Road, North of Goderich, ON
Bayfield Pier Beach – Located at the end of Long Hill Road next to the Bayfield Marina, Bayfield, ON
Black’s Point Road Beach – Located at the end of Black’s Point Road, South of Goderich, ON
Houston Heights Beach – At the end of Pavilion Road, Bayfield, ON
Howard Street Beach – South of Bayfield Pier Beach at the end of Howard Street West, Bayfield, ON
Port Albert Beach – Located at the end of Huron Street N., Port Albert, ON
Port Blake Day Park – 71111 Bluewater Hwy 21, Grand Bend, ON
St. Christorpher Beach – 100 Cove Road, Goderich, ON
Sunset Beach – Located at the end of Sunset Beach Road, North of Goderich, ON
For more information on Huron County beaches please visit https://www.ontarioswestcoast.ca/beaches/.
HIKING & WALKING TRAILS
Pets on leash are welcome on over 40 public trails in Huron County. Pick up or download a copy of the Ontario’s West Coast Hiking Guide and you and your doggie can hit the trails.
OFF-LEASH DOG PARKS
- Goderich Dog Park – 323 Warren Street, Goderich ON
- Crediton Conservation Atrea – 39147 Crediton Road, Crediton, ON
- Seaforth Dog Park – Victoria Park, 229 Main Street S., Seaforth, ON
- Clinton Kinsmen Dog Park – 169 Beech Street (rear of the Reach Centre field), Clinton, ON *Check out Central Huron’s “Stick Library” at the Clinton Kinsmen Dog Park! Located next to the Little Library, furry friends can ‘take a stick, leave a stick’ just like their two-legged pals!
- Auburn Community Dog Park
- Brussels Leo Dog Park – 589 Turnberry Street at Flora Street, Brussels, ON