Dog walking in Meraux

City Park

At NOLA City Bark Park, just twelve miles from Meraux, you will find everything you and your dog need to have a great day. This is the perfect place to meet with friends or make some new ones. There are over four acres to explore here. The park even provides mutt mitts for you to clean up after your dog. Water fountains for dogs and people are also available, so all you have to bring is plenty of energy to play the day away! This park is located within New Orleans City Park, which welcomes leashed dogs to explore the grounds. Please note that you'll need to obtain a permit before playing at the dog park.

Bywater

Crescent Park Dog Run is the place to bring your dog to play if you are looking for an off-leash dog park that doesn't get too crowded. This park is located right on the Mississippi River so you and Fido have some unique terrain to explore. Bring your own water and make sure you have doggie waste bags to clean up after your dog. This is a quiet dog park that's pawpular with the locals, who like to meet here for doggie play dates. It's part of Crescent Park, which also offers some picnic sites and trails that welcome leashed dogs. Don't forget to bring your smartphone -- you'll want to snap a photo of NOLA's skyline from this park!

Historic District

If you're in New Orleans, you'd be barking mad to miss out on a ghost tour of the city's eerie historic district. The best part about Ghost City Tours is it allows leashed dogs to keep their owners calm as they walk the historic district and learn all about the significance of the area. You can take an early, family-friendly tour, or go for a late night, adults-only tour. Dogs must be leashed and well-behaved at all times, and it's your responsibility to pick up after your pooch. Dogs aren't allowed on certain tours, so be sure to check the tour company's website when planning your visit.

West Riverside

Wisner Dog Park in New Orleans is a nice spot to get away for just a little bit. This isn't the biggest dog park, but it has a large, open area where you can let your dog off her leash so that she can play for a while. You'll almost always find other dogs for your pooch to play with here, so be prepared to make some new furry friends! The park provides clean drinking water, but you'll need to bring a collapsible bowl with you. There are also plenty of trash cans, but no mutt mitts or doggie waste bags, so remember to bring some with you.

Audobon

The Dog Levee is located at the Mississippi Levee. It is not an official off-leash area because there are no fences to keep your dog in. However, the locals do bring their dogs here for a great game of fetch, so your pooch is bound to have a furrific time playing here. You will need to bring your own water, doggie waste bags, and toys. It is usually pretty busy, so be prepared to meet other pet parents and dogs. The Dog Levee is located in the bustling Audobon neighborhood, which is also home to Audobon Park and Audobon Zoo.

French Quarter

New Orleans historic French Quarter is home to so many dog-friendly places that you and Fido won't know where go first! Might we suggest something a little out of the ordinary? Check out Cafe Lafitte in Exile, one of the most historic gay bars in New Orleans. It is an exciting place to be! This hip spot is open 24/7 so you can wet your whistle any time you like. Your dog is more than welcome to come with you to grab a drink. The menu is probably one of the most affordable in the area. Grab a patio seat so that you don't miss any of the excitement. Please keep your dog on a leash. Remember that it is a public place that gets loud and crowded. You won't want your dog to get overwhelmed.