A Dog-Friendly Day in Monroe
7 stops · about 4 hours · Updated October 11, 2026
A day out with a dog in Monroe, MI can start with hiking and picnic facilities at Veteran's Park, where dogs are welcome. Vince's West Elm Drive-In Inc. offers outdoor seating with dogs welcome outside, while Scally Waggs Doggy Bakery & Pet Supplies adds homemade dog treats and a self-serve dog wash.
Start at a park
morning
Stop 1
Veteran's Park
4.7(773)Monroe
Veteran's Park welcomes dogs and offers hiking, picnic tables, public restrooms, and free parking, with daily hours from 6 a.m. to 10 p.m.
Stop 2
River Raisin National Battlefield Park
4.5(960)Monroe
River Raisin National Battlefield Park adds War of 1812 history through battlefield preservation, with a wheelchair-accessible entrance and parking.
Sit outside for lunch
afternoon
Stop 3
Stone House Mediterranean & Grill Monroe
4.7(427)Monroe
Stone House serves halal Middle Eastern lunches, including shawarma wraps, salads, and vegan and vegetarian options, with takeout and curbside pickup available.
Stop 4
R Diner
4.6(2684)Monroe
R Diner offers Greek-style comfort food and housemade soups for lunch, with takeout available alongside vegetarian options, coffee, and desserts.
Stop 5
Vince's West Elm Drive-In Inc.
4.6(1185)Monroe
Vince's West Elm Drive-In Inc. pairs comfort food and quick bites with outdoor seating where dogs are welcome, plus a children's menu.
Stock up on treats
afternoon
Stop 6
Scally Waggs Doggy Bakery & Pet Supplies
4.9(217)Monroe
Family-owned Scally Waggs Doggy Bakery & Pet Supplies offers homemade dog treats, a full line of pet supplies, and a self-serve dog wash.
Stop 7
Downtown Hound Grooming & Pet
4.0(72)Monroe
Downtown Hound Grooming & Pet adds a dog grooming stop at 150 N Monroe St in Monroe, MI, with wheelchair-accessible parking and debit card payments.
