Travis County

Dog-friendly Austin

Patio culture, Lady Bird Lake and some of Texas's best off-leash parks.

Dog ParkAustin

Auditorium Shores Off-Leash Area

Designated off-leash area under City of Austin park rules. Dogs must be leashed walking to and from the area, and must stay within sight and sound control. Dogs in heat are not allowed. Rabies vaccination required by state law.

  • Off-leash
BreweryAustin

Austin Beerworks — Sprinkle Valley

Leashed dogs welcome on the grounds, with an on-site fenced dog area (check ahead — it has closed for renovations in the past). Air-conditioned indoor taproom; confirm current indoor pet policy with staff.

  • Patio
  • Fenced area
  • Water bowls
  • Shaded / covered
HotelAustin

Austin Motel

Two dogs of any size welcome for $20 per pet per night. Dog beds and waste bags provided at check-in; grassy relief area on property. Dogs are not permitted in the carpeted upstairs rooms. Cats are not accepted.

  • Patio
  • Shaded / covered
RestaurantAustin

Banger's Sausage House & Beer Garden

Dogs welcome in the outdoor beer garden, including a small fenced dog run. Dog menu with house-made treats. Leash required outside the dog run. Not allowed indoors.

  • Patio
  • Fenced area
  • Water bowls
  • Dog menu
  • Shaded / covered
  • +2
Coffee ShopAustin

Cosmic Coffee + Beer Garden

Leashed dogs welcome throughout the outdoor garden. Dogs are not permitted inside the indoor bar. Heavily shaded with mature trees and plenty of water features.

  • Patio
  • Water bowls
  • Shaded / covered
ParkAustin

Emma Long Metropolitan Park

Designated off-leash area within the park; leashes required elsewhere. Park entry fee applies. Dogs must stay within sight and sound control and be current on rabies vaccination.

  • Off-leash
  • Shaded / covered
Dog ParkAustin

Far West Off-Leash Area

Designated off-leash area under City of Austin park rules. Dogs must be leashed walking to and from the area and stay within sight and sound control.

  • Off-leash
HotelAustin

Hotel San José

Dogs welcome for a $20 per night surcharge. Dog beds and bowls can be borrowed from the front desk, and dogs are greeted with treats at check-in.

  • Patio
  • Water bowls
  • Shaded / covered
HotelAustin

Hotel Van Zandt

Dogs and cats welcome. One pet per room, up to 50 lbs. Non-refundable pet fee applies. Pets cannot be left unattended in rooms. Pet bed and bowls available on request.

  • Indoors OK
  • Water bowls
BreweryAustin

Lazarus Brewing

Well-behaved leashed dogs welcome on the patio. Water bowls provided. Dogs not allowed inside the taproom.

  • Patio
  • Water bowls
  • Shaded / covered
  • Misters / fans
HotelAustin

Lone Star Court

Pet-friendly guest rooms. Wide grassy courtyards and outdoor seating around the property. Call the hotel to confirm current pet fees and size limits before booking.

  • Patio
  • Shaded / covered
  • Patio heaters
BreweryAustin

Meanwhile Brewing Co.

Leashed dogs welcome across the outdoor yard and patio areas. Dogs are not permitted inside the taproom building or in food truck service areas. Plenty of shaded seating; bring water in summer.

  • Patio
  • Water bowls
  • Shaded / covered
Coffee ShopAustin

Mozart's Coffee Roasters

Leashed dogs welcome on the outdoor decks. Dogs not permitted inside the café. Staff typically keep a water bowl out near the entrance.

  • Patio
  • Water bowls
  • Shaded / covered
  • Misters / fans
ParkAustin

Onion Creek District Park

Designated off-leash area under City of Austin park rules. Dogs must be leashed walking to and from the area and stay within sight and sound control.

  • Off-leash
  • Shaded / covered
StoreAustin

Paws on Chicon

Leashed, well-behaved dogs are welcome inside the store. Private self-serve wash suites run $18.99 for 45 minutes with everything supplied — no appointment needed.

  • Indoors OK
  • Water bowls
  • Dog menu
Coffee ShopAustin

Radio Coffee & Beer

Leashed dogs welcome in the outdoor yard and on the patio. Dogs are not permitted in the indoor order area. Shaded picnic tables and heaters on cold evenings.

  • Patio
  • Water bowls
  • Shaded / covered
  • Patio heaters
Dog ParkAustin

Red Bud Isle

Entire island is off-leash. Dogs can swim in the lake at the shoreline access points. Watch for posted algae advisories before letting dogs swim.

  • Off-leash
  • Shaded / covered
HotelAustin

The Carpenter Hotel

Dogs of any size stay at no extra charge (the pet fee is covered by the nightly amenity fee). Dogs may not be left unattended in rooms. Grassy area on-site for pet relief. Cats are not accepted.

  • Patio
  • Indoors OK
  • Shaded / covered
HotelAustin

The LINE Austin

Pet-friendly hotel with direct access to the Lady Bird Lake trail for walks. Call the hotel to confirm current pet fees and weight limits before booking.

  • Patio
StoreAustin

Tomlinson's Feed

Leashed pets of all kinds welcome inside. Treat samples at the counter. Self-service dog wash available.

  • Indoors OK
  • Water bowls
ParkAustin

Walnut Creek District Park

Designated off-leash area under City of Austin park rules. Creek access makes it a favourite summer swim spot. Dogs must stay within sight and sound control; clean-up required.

  • Off-leash
  • Shaded / covered
ParkAustin

West Austin Park

Designated off-leash area under City of Austin park rules. Small and busy — best outside peak hours. Dogs must stay within sight and sound control.

  • Off-leash
  • Shaded / covered
BarAustin

Yard Bar

Dogs welcome on the patio and in the fenced off-leash park (day pass or membership). Proof of vaccinations required for the park. Dogs not permitted in the indoor dining room.

  • Patio
  • Off-leash
  • Fenced area
  • Water bowls
  • Dog menu
  • +2
ParkAustin

Zilker Metropolitan Park

Leashed dogs welcome throughout the park. The Great Lawn area near the Polo fields is a designated off-leash zone. Dogs are not allowed in Barton Springs Pool.

  • Off-leash
  • Shaded / covered