There's no doubt that Florida is a wonderful place to live if you enjoy spending time with your dog, with tons to see outdoors, plenty of other dogs to play with, and an excellent collection of dedicated dog parks. These well-maintained parks offer ample space to play (often off-leash), play areas for dogs of all sizes, and agility equipment for fun, adventurous play sessions. Our real estate agents have the details on 5 great dog parks around Melbourne that you and your pup are sure to love.

• E. Lorraine Gott Dog Park – 750 Jamaica Blvd., Satellite Beach, FL 32937
  Founded by the hard work of local resident Lorraine Gott in 2002 in memory of her beloved pup Brody, E. Lorraine Gott Dog Park has been a popular destination for pups and pet owners for more than 2 decades. This 1.5-acre, off-leash park features ample space for pups to play, plenty of fresh drinking water, double gates to keep dogs safe, a separate area for small dogs, and a dog wash station. Do note that for this park (and many others), you'll need to bring your dog's shot records and fill out a registration form on your first visit.

• Canova Beach Park – 3299 N. Hwy. A1A, Indialantic, FL 32903
  Spending time at the beach is one of the joys of life on the Florida coast, and Canova Beach Park is the perfect place to let your dog get in on the waterfront fun. This beachfront park covers 9.1 acres, with plenty of space for you and your pup to roam. There's also a pavilion, grill, and picnic area when it's time to relax. Dogs must be kept on a leash at this park, and as with any dog park, owners are expected to clean up after their pets.

• Viera Town Center Park – Rodina Dr., Melbourne, FL 32940
  Looking for a place where both the kids and the family pup can stretch their legs? Viera Town Center Park is the first artificial turf dog park in the area, featuring separate areas for large and small dogs. For the kids, the park features a very cool playground structure, open fields for play, and a shaded rest area for cooling down. While the kids and the pup are frolicking, you'll also have some lovely lake views to enjoy.

• Pieloch Dog Park – 401 W. Florida Ave., Melbourne, FL, 32901
  Perhaps the most popular dog park in the Melbourne area, Pieloch Dog Park can be found within the large Southwest Recreation Complex, which features tons of activities for all ages in addition to an outstanding dog park. The dog park has tons of open space, unique play structures for dogs, plenty of toys, and even comfy Adirondack chairs for your relaxation. It's also a great place for your pup to make friends with a regular crowd that makes repeat visits.

• Wickham Park – 2500 Parkway Dr., Melbourne, FL 32935
  If you're looking for a large park with tons to see and do, the 391-acre Wickham Park is the perfect choice. In addition to the dog park, there are campsites, swimming lakes, multi-purpose athletic fields, playgrounds, nature trails, and so much more. When you want to plan a full day of outdoor fun with your pup, Wickham Park has more than enough to keep you entertained.

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