Lakeshore Trail
800 Lakeshore Pkwy, Birmingham, AL 35211
4.6 miles of trails
Lakeshore Trail stretches 4.6 miles along Lakeshore Drive in Birmingham, Alabama, as a paved path for leashed dogs. It offers shade, water access, parking, and trash cans along the route. Wear sturdy leashes for the multi-use trail.
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- Park
- Lakeshore Trail
- Type
- Trail
- Location
- Birmingham, Alabama
- Coordinates
- 33.4456, -86.8533
- Trail miles
- 4.6
- Leash required
- Yes
- Best for
- Hot-weather visits
- Visitor rating
- 4.7 / 5 (1,810 reviews)
- Vibe Score™
- 6.3 / 10 — Solid
- Last verified
- May 2026 — Dog Parks Hub directory
Amenities
- Shade:Yes
- Water on-site:Yes
- Fenced:No
- Off-leash zone:No
- Small-dog area:No
- Benches:No
- Restrooms:No
- Parking:Yes
- Waste bags:No
- Indoor:No
- · ★ 4.7 from 1,810 reviewers
- · Water on-site
- · Real shade
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Dog policy
4.6-mile paved walking/running trail along Lakeshore Drive. Leashed dogs welcome.
What this park has
- Shade
- Water fountains
- Parking
- Trash cans
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