Mobile's five city dog parks, the leash rules in city and county parks, dog events like Dachshunds on Dauphin, and where dogs are and are not allowed.

Last checked Oct. 17, 2026. Facts come from Mobile Parks and Recreation’s park finder, the City of Mobile’s animal tethering ordinance, Mobile County park rules and each venue’s own page, linked below. We list a restaurant patio as dog-friendly only when the restaurant says so on its own site.

Mobile has five city dog parks, a leash rule that applies on every public street, and a calendar of dog-friendly events downtown. Some of the region’s best-known attractions do not allow pets, so check before you load the car.

Who to call

  • Mobile Parks and Recreation: 48 N. Sage Ave., 251-208-1600
  • Loose or dangerous dog, park problem: Mobile 311, 311 or 251-208-5311
  • Emergencies: 911

City dog parks

The City of Mobile’s park finder lists a dog park at each of these:

Park Address Also there
Medal of Honor Park 1711 Hillcrest Road Walking trail, playground, splash pad, disc golf
Public Safety Memorial Park 2301 Airport Blvd. Walking trail, playground, splash pad, skate park
Hackmeyer Park 3710 S. Conway Drive Walking trail, playground
Joe A. Bailey Park 712 Magnolia Road Walking trail, playground
Crawford-Murphy Park 351 S. Ann St. Walking trail, playground, kayak launch

Report broken gates or fencing to Mobile 311.

The leash rules

In the city. Sec. 7-23 of the Mobile City Code makes it unlawful to let an animal in your control go, stray or wander onto the public right-of-way or someone else’s property. Under the 2021 tethering ordinance presented to the City Council, that rule does not apply to an animal:

  • on a leash no longer than 10 feet, secured by a harness or collar, while being walked or exercised;
  • in a designated dog park, or at a legal event where it is a permitted attendee.

The same ordinance bars tying a dog to a stationary object for more than 15 minutes unless the owner stays within sight. Check the current wording in the city code on Municode.

In Mobile County parks. County rules are stricter: animals outside a kennel or enclosure must be on a leash no longer than 6 feet and under the direct control of a responsible adult, and noisy, vicious or dangerous dogs can get their owners removed from the park (Mobile County park rules). That covers Chickasabogue, Bayfront and Escatawpa Hollow parks.

Where dogs are welcome

  • Market in the Park, Cathedral Square, Saturdays in spring and fall: the city says leashed pets are welcome and owners clean up after them (City of Mobile). The fall market runs through Nov. 14, 2026, 7:30 a.m. to noon.
  • Spring Fling, the city’s Easter event: billed as pet-friendly with leashes in 2026 (City of Mobile).
  • City parks and squares generally, on a leash; the dog parks are the places for off-leash play.

Where dogs are not allowed

  • Bellingrath Gardens and Home: pets are not allowed in the garden; ADA service animals are welcome (visitor policies).
  • City pools and splash pads: swimwear rules apply and the facilities are for people; see summer camps and pools.

Dog events

Date Event Where
Sunday, Oct. 18, 2026, 3:30 to 5:30 p.m. Dachshunds on Dauphin, third year: a dachshund meetup, then a weenie dog race and group photo in Cathedral Square at 4:30 p.m. $25 a person, including a drink. Listing Mo’Bay Beignet Co., 451 Dauphin St.
Saturday, Oct. 24, 2026, 4 to 6 p.m. Howl-O-Ween Dog Costume Contest and Parade, free, with microchipping available. Listing City of Semmes Honor Park, Semmes
Oct. 17 in 2026 Woofstock, the Animal Rescue Foundation’s yearly fundraiser, with a dog costume contest and wiener dog races; dogs got in free. 2026 listing Oyster City Mobile, 603 Conti St.

The Mobile Witches Ride on Oct. 25 raises money for Delta Dogs, which provides free spay, neuter and vet care for pets of Mobile families in need; see Halloween events.

Frequently asked questions

Where are the dog parks in Mobile?

The City of Mobile’s park finder lists dog parks at Medal of Honor Park, 1711 Hillcrest Road; Public Safety Memorial Park, 2301 Airport Blvd.; Hackmeyer Park, 3710 S. Conway Drive; Joe A. Bailey Park, 712 Magnolia Road; and Crawford-Murphy Park, 351 S. Ann St.

Does Mobile have a leash law?

Yes. City code Sec. 7-23 makes it unlawful to let an animal stray onto the public right-of-way or someone else’s property. The city’s 2021 tethering ordinance exempts a dog on a leash no longer than 10 feet while being walked, or one in a designated dog park.

How long can a leash be in Mobile County parks?

No longer than 6 feet. Mobile County park rules require animals outside a kennel or enclosure to be on a leash of 6 feet or less, under the direct control of a responsible adult.

Can I bring my dog to Bellingrath Gardens?

No. Bellingrath Gardens and Home does not allow pets in the garden; trained service animals as defined by the ADA are welcome.