Pet Friendly Essentials on St. Simons Island
Loyal, loving, and sometimes goofy, our furry family members enhance our lives. St. Simons Island boasts full itineraries for pet friendly travelers. From parks and restaurants to beach days and shopping, here is a complete list the of top of dog friendly activities on St Simons!
PAW-some Parks – St. Simons Island Dog Parks
St Simons famous natural beauty should be enjoyed by all living things, that’s why we love these pet friendly parks!
Frederica Park – 2201 Lawrence Road St. Simons Island 31522
- Shaded Play Area
- Separate Areas for Large and Small Dogs
- Watering Stations
- Clean Up Stations
Epworth Park – 108 Lady Huntington Drive St. Simons Island 31522
- Spacious Fenced Dog Run
Kings Park – 602 Mallery Street St. Simons Island 31522
- Shaded Play Area
- Separate Areas for Large and Small Dogs
- Watering Stations
- Clean Up Stations
Tail Wagging Trails – Pet Friendly Walking Trails on Saint Simons
Taking advantage of the outdoor lifestyle is essential to making the most of your visit to the Golden Isles. Ready to explore the great outdoors? These dog friendly St. Simons nature trails are the perfect workout for you and your furry family member!
Alice Richard’s Botanical Trail – 2201 Lawrence Road St. Simons Island 31522
- Alice Richards Botanical Trail, located in Frederica Park, is where native plant species have been re-introduced to land that was used for timber and features a gazebo, children’s area and labyrinth.
Fitness Trail – 108 Lady Huntington Drive St. Simons Island 31522
- The Health System Fitness Trail gracefully winds its way through a forest of live oaks, cedars, bamboo, and other native plants with benches strategically placed along the way. The trail is also accessible to anyone who is physically challenged, including those who must use a wheelchair or other mobility device.
- More than 20 miles of paved paths creating easy and safe access to attractions, restaurants and shops.
Canine Cuisine – Pet Friendly Restaurants on St. Simons
BONE Appetit! Outstanding restaurants all over Saint Simons Island are glad to welcome our four-legged family to their patio seating for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. Here are just a few of our favorites:
- Southern Soul BBQ and Channel Marker Bar
- Wolf Island Oyster Co.
- Barbara Jeans
- Iguana’s Seafood
- Wake Up Coffee Co.
- Frosty’s Griddle and Shake
- Brogan’s
- Palm Coast Coffee
- Tramici
- Porch
- Del Sur
- Beachcomber BBQ
Sniffing Out Deals – Local Stores For Pet Food, Toys & Accessories
Looking at frocks for fido or handkerchiefs for hounds, these shops have something special to offer that ‘Very Good Boy (or Girl)’ in your life!
No Bones About It – St. Simons and Jekyll Pet Friendly Beaches & Beach Rules
St Simons Island Pet Friendly Beaches & Beach Rules
- Dogs are are allowed on any portion of the beach non-summer months.
- You can still bring your dog to the beach during the summer months* but must follow the time of day restrictions. Dogs are prohibited on the beach between the hours of 9:00 am and 6:00 pm. Morning and evening beach walks are popular with both locals and visitors! *Saturday before Memorial Day through Labor Day
- Dogs are allowed off-leash if the handler is able to control pet via voice-command.
- Owners must clean up after their pets. Waste bags are available at most beach access points, however it’s always a good idea to bring your own.
- Massengale Park Beach Entrance – dog friendly favorite with lots of parking as well as greenspace and trash cans by the beach entrance for your dog to do their business.
- Gould’s Inlet – favorite for sunrise walks! There are trash cans and a small green space by the beach entrance.
- East Beach/Coast Guard Beach Entrance – Great for social dogs! Since it’s the largest beach entrance with the most parking, the walkway on and off the beach can have more traffic.
- East Beach Neighborhood Public Beach Access Points – If you have a nervous or shy pup, there are many public beach access trails to East Beach throughout the neighborhood. These have extremely limited parking, but are just a short walk from either Gould’s Inlet of Coast Guard Beach Parking Lots.
Jekyll Island Pet Friendly Beaches & Beach Rules
- Jekyll Island allows dogs on most beaches and in parks year-round. No pets are allowed on the beach between South Dunes Picnic Area and 2,000 feet northeast of St. Andrews Picnic Area. (areas are clearly marked)
- Pets must be on a leash at all times and the maximum length for leashes is 16 feet.
- Owners must clean up after their pets. Waste bags are available at most beach access points, however it’s always a good idea to bring your own.
- Driftwood Beach – favorite for sunrise walks!
- St. Andrew’s Beach – favorite for sunset walks!
Fluffin’ Fun Day Care – Dog Daycare on SSI
Has your pup had enough adventure- but you feel bad leaving them in a kennel, or at your rental alone? Not to worry, these island establishments offer the finest in playtime, exercise, socialization and care while you are away. Bonus tip: Sandy pups deserve a spa day! Both establishments offer grooming services!
Doggone Good Docs – Local & 24 Hour Veterinary Care near St. Simons
We hope you don’t need to visit, but just in case, here’s a few of our favorite veterinarians on St. Simons Island and nearby.
