Dog Friendly Activities in Boone, IA

There are 6 dog friendly activities within 20 miles of Boone. Use the links below to get an overview of each one, see pictures, print directions, and even read reviews from other dog owners. Coming from out of town? Get a discounted rate on pet friendly hotels in Boone.

Pet Friendly Iowa Arboretum
Iowa Arboretum Iowa Arboretum in Madrid, IA features beautiful, dog-friendly woodland and prairie walking trails. It's a great place to connect with nature and Fido. There are 160 acres of gardens, forests and prairies populated with century-old oak trees and native grasses. Please keep your dog on a leash and note that pets are not allowed in the visitor center. See Details
Pet Friendly Ledges State Park
Ledges State Park Dogs are allowed to join their owners at Ledges State Park in Madrid, IA. Pea's Creek, a tributary of the Des Moines River, carves through a craggy sandstone gorge which can be viewed from the arch stone bridge at this pet-friendly park. There are a number of picnic spots which offer great views and tranquil surroundings. Adventurous dogs can tackle the four miles of hiking trails that lead to scenic overlooks of the canyon below, as long as they are on a leash under six feet in length. See Details
Big Creek State Park Leashed dogs are welcome at Big Creek State Park in Polk City, IA, where a diversion dam has formed an 866-acre reservoir. In addition to the lake itself, the park also includes shelters, picnic areas, a playground and a multi-purpose sports field. You and Fido are welcome to wander the 26-mile paved trail from the beach south through the Saylorville Lake area all the way to Des Moines. See Details
Ames Dog Park The City of Ames offers an opportunity for dogs to play off leash at Ames Dog Park. This designated 10-acre dog park in Iowa is located behind the Ames Animal Shelter. The park features a 2-acre area for dogs less than 25 pounds and an 8-acre area for larger dogs. Owners must provide a current rabies vaccination certification for Fido and purchase a daily, weekly or annual pass through Parks & Recreation or the Animal Shelter. See Details
High Trestle Trail The High Trestle Trail is one of 1600 rail-trails supported by Rails-to-Trails Conservancy, a nonprofit organization that is working to create a nationwide network of trails from former rail lines and connecting corridors. Previously an unused railroad corridor, this "rail-trail" is now a great place to walk Fido in Polk City! The map below shows a parking area with convenient access to the High Trestle Trail. Rails-to-Trails Conservancy has generously provided map data for this trail to Bring Fido for informational purposes only. For more detailed trail information, please visit TrailLink.com. See Details
Raccoon River Valley Trail The Raccoon River Valley Trail is one of 1600 rail-trails supported by Rails-to-Trails Conservancy, a nonprofit organization that is working to create a nationwide network of trails from former rail lines and connecting corridors. Previously an unused railroad corridor, this "rail-trail" is now a great place to walk Fido in Perry! The map below shows a parking area with convenient access to the Raccoon River Valley Trail. Rails-to-Trails Conservancy has generously provided map data for this trail to Bring Fido for informational purposes only. For more detailed trail information, please visit TrailLink.com. See Details
Boone, IA, US