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    Dog Friendly Activities in Gastonia, NC

    There are 8 dog friendly activities in Gastonia. 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 Gastonia.

    Pet Friendly Dog Park at George Poston Park

    Dog Park at George Poston Park

    Gastonia, NC
    Dog Park at George Poston Park Locals rave about the fenced off-leash dog park in Gastonia, NC! This recreation area is located on five acres within George Poston Park. The dog park includes a one-acre run for small dogs and a 4.5-acre site for large dogs. Visitors will find waste bags and trash receptacles present. See Details
    Pet Friendly Avon and Catawba Creeks Greenway

    Avon and Catawba Creeks Greenway

    Gastonia, NC
    Avon and Catawba Creeks Greenway TheAvon and Catawba Creeks Greenway is a multi-use trail that's a great place to walk Fido in Gastonia! The map below shows a parking area with convenient access to the Avon and Catawba Creeks Greenway. 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

    Martha Rivers Park

    Gastonia, NC
    Martha Rivers Park Martha Rivers Park is a dog-friendly family recreation area in Gastonia, NC. Leashed dogs are welcome to join their owners on the paved walking trails that loop around the baseball fields, playground and soccer fields. There are also two large picnic shelters and restrooms. See Details

    Lake Trail

    Gastonia, NC
    Lake Trail Follow Crowders Mountain State Park's blue circle trail markers to hike the pet-friendly Lake Trail. This easy 0.8-mile loop in Gastonia, NC, welcomes leashed pups to walk with their owners. Although most of the trails in this park are rugged, strenuous routes, this one offers an easy walk for all levels of hikers and dogs. See Details

    Tower and Backside Trail

    Gastonia, NC
    Tower and Backside Trail Tower and Backside Trail is a challenging, three-mile hike in Crowders Mountain State Park in Gastonia, NC. This pet-friendly trail will take about two hours to complete with Fido. The proximity of this park to Kings Mountain, Gastonia, and Charlotte makes it very popular. Please note that dogs must be on a 6-foot leash. See Details

    Bradley Station Dog Park

    Gastonia, NC
    Bradley Station Dog Park Bradley Station Dog Park is pet-friendly. Located behind the North Carolina city’s bus station, the park is a convenient place for local dogs to play off-leash. It's divided into a section for small dogs under 25 lbs and another for large dogs. Let your pooch roam free on the grass and in the mulch, but make sure to keep the park clean by picking up after your pup. See Details

    Pinnacle Trail

    Gastonia, NC
    Pinnacle Trail The Pinnacle Trail is a strenuous 4-mile round-trip hike in Crowders Mountain State Park in Gastonia, NC. This pet-friendly path is great for pups as it gives you the opportunity to get away from bikers and horses on this hiking-only trail. Please note that dogs must be on a 6-foot leash and attended at all times. See Details

    George Poston Park

    Gastonia, NC
    George Poston Park George Poston Park is a neighborhood recreation area serving the community of Gastonia, NC. The area features a dog park, batting cages, ball fields, multi-use trails, playground equipment and more. Fido must be leashed during his visit unless within the designated off-leash dog area. See Details

    U.S. National Whitewater Center

    Charlotte, NC
    U.S. National Whitewater Center The U.S. National Whitewater Center (USNWC) is a dog-friendly non-profit on 400 acres of woodlands along the Catawba River in Charlotte, NC. Visitors can enjoy mountain biking, running trails, a climbing center, zip lines, high rope courses, and the multiple-channel, customized whitewater river. Leashed dogs are allowed on the grounds, outdoor restaurants, hiking trails, kayaks, and stand-up paddle boards, but they cannot join you on the zip line, ropes courses or whitewater rafts. See Details

    McDowell Nature Preserve

    Charlotte, NC
    McDowell Nature Preserve McDowell Nature Preserve is a great location to bring your leashed dog! This pet-friendly recreation area in Charlotte, NC, offers several trails to explore, a lake, play areas, a campground and more. Dogs must remain on a leash no longer than 6 feet and are not permitted to swim. From easy walks like the Kingfisher Trail to moderate hikes like Shady Hollow and Pine Hollow Trail, there’s something for all levels of outbound hounds here. See Details

    Swaney Pointe K-9 Park at Ramsey Creek Park

    Cornelius, NC
    Swaney Pointe K-9 Park at Ramsey Creek Park Bring Fido to play off-leash at the Swaney Pointe K-9 Park at Ramsey Creek Park in Cornelius, NC. This recreation area is four acres and completely fenced in, with lots of open space to run, shade trees, picnic tables and fresh running water. There are separate spaces for large dogs over 20 lbs and small dogs under 20 lbs to play. See Details

    Anne Springs Close Greenway

    Fort Mill, SC
    Anne Springs Close Greenway Anne Springs Close Greenway is a great place to spend an afternoon with Fido in Fort Mills, SC. Walk with your pup on one of the many pet-friendly trails. The nature preserve is 2,100 acres serve as a natural buffer from urban development and provides a wide-open space for countless activities. Keep your dog leashed while there. See Details

    Crowders Mountain State Park

    Kings Mountain, NC
    Crowders Mountain State Park Hiking trails, rock climbing, fishing, camping, and picnicking are some of the amenities that parkgoers can enjoy at Crowders Mountain State Park. Leashed dogs are welcome to join their owners at this pet-friendly recreation area in Kings Mountain, NC. Pets are prohibited from bathhouses, changing areas, rinsing stations, swimming areas, restrooms, visitor centers, or rental boats. See Details

    Mary Warner Mack Dog Park

    Fort Mill, SC
    Mary Warner Mack Dog Park Located on the Anne Springs Close Greenway in Fort Mill, SC, the membership-only Mary Warner Mack Dog Park features over 12 acres of enclosed natural space for dogs of all sizes to play and socialize. The park is open to dogs of all sizes and includes a designated area for small dogs, as well as a mile-long off-leash trail leading to lakefront access. Other park amenities include a dog washing station, hydration stations, dog waste collection stations, benches and more. Access is granted to dog park members only. Forms to join the dog park can be found on their website. See Details

    Dog Park at Tuckaseege Park

    Mount Holly, NC
    Dog Park at Tuckaseege Park Bring Fido to play at the dog park located at Tuckaseege Park in Mount Holly, NC. This fenced-in recreation area allows your pup plenty of space to run and play off-leash. The park is divided into two separate spaces for small and large dogs. Remember to leash Fido back up when exiting back into Tuckaseege Park. See Details

    Lucky Dog Bark and Brew

    Charlotte, NC
    Lucky Dog Bark and Brew Lucky Dog Bark and Brew in Charlotte, NC, is a sports bar with a difference; they're also home to an indoor/outdoor dog park! This pet-friendly venue is 21 and over, so they only welcome furry children. The off-leash dog park provides ample space for Fido and his pet companions to play and socialize and is also an excellent spot for humans to treat themselves to a specialty cocktail or craft beer. See Details

    Jetton Park

    Cornelius, NC
    Jetton Park Leashed dogs are welcome to join their owners when visiting the pet-friendly Jetton Park! This 104-acre recreation area, located in Cornelius, NC, features several walking paths and trails, including one that runs along Lake Norman. Visitors can also enjoy picnic sites, tennis courts, a sunning beach, restrooms and more. Note that an entry fee may apply when visiting the park. See Details

    Royal Bliss Brewing Co.

    Denver, NC
    Royal Bliss Brewing Co. Well-behaved, leashed dogs are welcome to join their owners on the outdoor astroturfed lower patio at Royal Bliss Brewing Co. This dog-friendly brewery in Denver, NC, serves craft beer, wine, kombucha and a variety of other beverages. See Details

    Turbo Paws Flyball Club

    Mount Holly, NC
    Turbo Paws Flyball Club Bring Fido to experience a unique sport at Turbo Paws Flyball Club in Mount Holly, NC. This pet-friendly club is always welcoming new dogs and their humans to join their team. They are a competitive team, but their primary goal is to have fun with their dogs and enjoy being together. Check out their website to schedule for upcoming classes! See Details

    Kings Mountain State Park

    Blacksburg, SC
    Kings Mountain State Park Kings Mountain State Park rests in a picturesque setting adjacent to Kings Mountain National Military Park, a prominent Revolutionary War battle site in Blacksburg, SC. This traditional state park, which encompasses 6,883-acres, offers outdoor recreation activities such as hiking trails, picnicking, fishing from a rental jon boat, seasonal canoe rentals, equestrian trails and more. Pets are allowed in most outdoor areas provided they are kept under physical restraint or on a leash not longer than six feet. See Details
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