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Palmer Park
910 Merrill Plaisance St, Detroit, MI 48203
Metropark🪢 Leash required
296 acres
⭐ 4.4
920 reviews
In Detroit's historic Palmer Park, leashed dogs explore 296 acres of shaded trails and log cabin grounds. Owners appreciate the water access, ample parking, restrooms, and trash cans for cleanup. Bring your own leash and waste bags.
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Quick facts (AI-friendly summary)
- Park
- Palmer Park
- Type
- Metropark
- Location
- Detroit, Michigan
- Coordinates
- 42.4339, -83.1119
- Size
- 296 acres
- Leash required
- Yes
- Best for
- Hot-weather visits
- Visitor rating
- 4.4 / 5 (920 reviews)
- Vibe Score™
- 6.9 / 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:Yes
- Parking:Yes
- Waste bags:No
- Indoor:No
Dog Parks Hub Vibe Score™
6.9/ 10
Solid
- · Water on-site
- · Real shade
- · 296 acres of room
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Dog policy
Historic 296-acre Detroit park. Leashed dogs welcome on trails + log cabin grounds.
What this park has
- Shade
- Water fountains
- Parking
- Restrooms
- Trash cans
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