Gem, The Famous Labradane Tells Where all the Cool Dogs Hang Out
Moving can to a new area can be an adventure, but it can also be a bit stressful. It's the little things like finding new favorite places to go. Well, think about how your dog feels. They had their friends back home and favorite haunts to sniff out. That is why my dog Gem thought I should pull together a bit of information on where to go with your furry best friend. So when you are out throwing that ball if your favorite dog park, or sipping coffee while your quad footed companion lays contentedly at your feet, thank Gem the labradane!
Dog Friendly Coffee Shops:
The Coffee Garden
898 South 900 East
Salt Lake City, UT 84702
The coffee garden is located in what the locals call the 9th and 9th district. There are tables outside to drink your coffee and catch some sunshine. If you get hungry, just stroll across the street for a bite to eat at:
Barbacoa Mexican Grill
859 East 900 South
Salt Lake City, UT
Two Creek Coffee (in the Avenues)
"> 502 3rd Avenue
Salt Lake City, UT
84103
Okay, I have to tell you this is my favorite place even without the dog! Comfortable leather chairs, great coffee and snacks. Best of all is the side yard fenced in by antique metal work. There is a garden in the summer with an old, lovely tree in the corner. It becomes an alcove of sorts and there is where Gem and I love to sit. There is a table and bench under there. A bowl of dog water is always by the door as well as dog treats! http://www.twocreekcoffee.com
Now that you have your caffeine, you are ready to get some fresh air and take off the leash! Here are some great places to do that:
Willow Creek Dog Pond Park City, UT Off Leash Area
Old Ranch Road and Split Rail Lane
Park City, UT
Operating Hours:
Managed By: Snyderville Basin Special Recreation District
Days closed:
Fees:
Restrooms: Yes
Park Size:
Type of Park: Not Fenced
Other Notes:
This is a one acre irrigation pond available for dogs to swim in the summer but will be frozen into an ice skating pond for the winter. Bring some toys that float. Great for dogs who love to swim!
There is some foot and bike traffic, so be aware of your dog at all times.
Park City Dog Park (at the Recreation Complex)
Round Valley Drive and Gilmore Way
at the Ice Arena and Sports Complex
Park City, UT
Operating Hours:
Managed By: City of Park City
Days closed:
Fees:
Restrooms:
Park Size:
Type of Park: Fenced
Other Notes:
This dog park has a small dog area, wood chips. There was a drinking fountain but as of summer 2009 it was off, so be sure to bring water for your pet.
Salt Lake City
Memory Grove Off Leash Area (at Freedom Trail)
375 N. Canyon Road
Salt Lake City, UT 84103
Operating Hours:
Managed By: Salt Lake City
Days closed:
Fees:
Restrooms:
Park Size:
Type of Park: Not Fenced
Other Notes:
Bring a towel as there is a creek at this location and dogs tend to get wet and muddy; but no swimming in the pond. Not all of the park is leash-free, so pay attention to posted signs, stick to the trail and keep close to your canine. While there is no fence along the trail, a stream bubbles along one side .
Herman Frank's Dog Park
