Dog Friendly Activities in Nelsonville, OH

Adventure Pro Outdoors is the premier dog-friendly canoe, kayak and tubing rental business on the Hocking River in Nelsonville and Logan, OH. Guests are encouraged to bring Fido and enjoy a day on the river.

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Symmes/Waterloo Wildlife Area

Nelsonville, OH

Symmes/Waterloo Wildlife Area

Symmes/Waterloo Wildlife Area is a pet-friendly recreation spot in Nelsonville, OH. Explore this expansive area with three miles of gravel roads, 35 walking trails, and ample parking. Keep your furry companions leashed at all times, and note that hunting is permitted only from May to August.

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Wayne National Forest

Nelsonville, OH

Wayne National Forest

Wayne National Forest spans over a quarter million acres in the Appalachian foothills of southeastern Ohio, with Nelsonville, OH serving as a popular entry point with ample parking. Visitors can camp, hunt, fish, as well as hike with their pet on more than 400 miles of trails available throughout the forest. Dogs must be leashed or under voice control, and waste must be properly disposed of in latrines.

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Cedar Falls

Logan, OH

Cedar Falls

Cedar Falls is a dog-friendly attraction at Hocking Hills State Park in Logan, OH. You and your dog can view the wonderful waterfall from a viewing area at the bottom of Democracy Steps, created by Akio Hizume. Dogs are welcome, as long as they are on a leash and all mess is cleaned up after them.

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Hocking Hills Winery

Logan, OH

Hocking Hills Winery

Fido is welcome to join you for a visit to pet-friendly Hocking Hills Winery, located in Logan, OH. Dogs are welcome at a table on the spacious outside patio while you enjoy a selection of exquisite wine. The patio is heated in cooler weather. In addition to wine, guests can unwind with a beer, sangria, or refreshing pink lemonade. Pair your drink of choice with a delicious sweet or savory charcuterie board. Guests can also bring their own food or order dishes from one of several nearby restaurants.

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Hocking Hills Canoe Livery

Logan, OH

Hocking Hills Canoe Livery

Hocking Hills Canoe Livery is a full-service canoe and kayak rental shop on the Hocking River in Logan, OH. Enjoy a dog-friendly paddle trip with Fido on a relaxing river, with plenty of islands and sand bars to explore. Pets must be on a leash in public areas.

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West State Dog Park

Athens, OH

West State Dog Park

West State Dog Park is located behind the softball fields and central concession stand on W State St in Athens, OH. This fenced recreation area is the smaller of the city's two off-leash parks, but Fido will still have a great time playing, socializing and exercising here alongside his pet companions!

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East State Dog Park

Athens, OH

East State Dog Park

Pets love the off-leash fun at the fenced East State Street Dog Park in Athens, OH! The park is located behind the Athens City Pool and includes drinking water and a few small trees to help keep Fido cool.

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Lake Hope State Park

McArthur, OH

Lake Hope State Park

Lake Hope State Park is a pet-friendly area located in southeastern Ohio in the town of McArthur. This 2,983-acre recreation area is a natural paradise, and the scenery offers many opportunities for photographers, hikers and historians to enjoy. The Hope Furnace Trail is the longest walking path in the park, just over three miles long.

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Hockhocking Adena Bikeway

Athens, OH

Hockhocking Adena Bikeway

The Hockhocking Adena Bikeway 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 Athens! The map below shows a trailhead where you can pick up the Hockhocking Adena Bikeway. 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.

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Mambourg Park

Lancaster, OH

Mambourg Park

Check out the dog-friendly Mambourg Park in Lancaster, OH. This recreation area features a 1.5-mile long trail, as well as other grassy areas perfect for picnicking and relaxing. Dogs must remain leashed.

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Strouds Run State Park

Athens, OH

Strouds Run State Park

Strouds Run State Park is a pet-friendly recreation area in Athens, OH. Outdoor enthusiasts and their pets can enjoy its 2,606 acres, comprised of Dow Lake for water activities, as well as 16 rugged trails, three picnic areas, and reservable shelters. Dogs are welcome throughout as long as they're leashed and cleaned up after.

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Burr Oak State Park

Glouster, OH

Burr Oak State Park

Burr Oak State Park, a pet-friendly resort park in Glouster, OH, harmonizes modern amenities with wilderness allure across its forested landscape. Extensive trails, varying in difficulty, traverse the park's ridges and hollows, including the challenging 22-mile Lakeview Trail, while picnicking spots offer scenic respites. Dogs are welcome throughout on a leash.

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Zaleski State Forest

Zaleski, OH

Zaleski State Forest

Zaleski State Forest, Ohio's second-largest forest at 27,822 acres, is a dog-friendly wooded area that's home to the state's sole government-owned sawmill, producing lumber for state forests, parks and agencies. It's known for the historic Moonville Tunnel along the 28.8-mile main trail loop, as well as a 10-mile day loop and camping in designated sites. Visiting dogs must be on a leash or under voice control.

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Lake Logan State Park

Logan, OH

Lake Logan State Park

Nestled in the Appalachian foothills of Hocking Valley, the pet-friendly Lake Logan State Park provides a tranquil retreat with its 400-acre lake, ideal for boating and surrounded by prime hiking, fishing and hunting spots. The park features a 1.25-mile section of the Buckeye Trail and six scenic picnic areas equipped with amenities such as drinking water, grills and restrooms for visitors' convenience.

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