Dog Friendly Activities in Smithfield, VA

There are 2 dog friendly activities in Smithfield, and 33 more nearby. 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 Smithfield.

Pet Friendly Windsor Castle Park
Windsor Castle Park Windsor Castle Park is a pet-friendly spot in downtown Smithfield, VA. Fido is welcome to explore the 2018 acres of natural beauty along the banks of the Pagan River and Cypress Creek. During your day out, you and your pup can hike various trails, hit the dog park, witness the Manor House and go fishing. See Details
Pet Friendly Bark Park
Bark Park Fido is invited to play at the Bark Park within Windsor Castle Park in Smithfield, VA. This off-leash facility offers two separate exercise areas with double-gated entrances. Amenities include benches, a water source and dog-cleaning stations. See Details
Colonial Ghosts Colonial Ghosts is a pet-friendly tour in Williamsburg, VA. Your leashed pup can join you as you take a spooky stroll with a tour guide who will share stories based on research and haunting eyewitness interviews. This attraction is among the Top 10 Ghost Tours in the United States. See Details
Williamsburg Charter Sails Check out the dog-friendly Williamsburg Charter Sails in Gloucester Point, VA. They offer six different types of cruises and welcome Fido to join you on board for no extra fee. Their most popular sailboat charter lets you relax as you feel the wind in your hair or become a member of the crew. While on the water, you can navigate the York River and take in 200 years of history that links Yorktown with Williamsburg and beyond to the Chesapeake Bay. See Details
Historic Jamestowne Historic Jamestowne is a pet-friendly attraction in Jamestown, VA. Your leashed pup is welcome to join you on the grounds as you walk in the footsteps of Pocahontas and John Smith at the original site of the first permanent English settlement in North America. Fido is also welcome to tag along on the Island Loop Drive; however, he is not allowed inside any buildings. See Details
Sly Clyde Ciderworks Dogs are welcome at pet-friendly Sly Clyde Ciderworks, located in Hampton, VA, where they make a variety of different hard cider from apples picked in West Virginia. The cider varies from classic flavors to blackberry mint, gin-infused, Colonial style and even habanero rosemary. You are welcome to bring Fido with you to sit inside or out as no food is prepared on the premises. If you do get hungry, they have partnered up with several food trucks from the area to feed their hungry guests while they enjoy their beverages. See Details
Jamestown Beach Event Park Jamestown Beach Event Park in Williamsburg, VA is a scenic dog-friendly spot attracting locals and visitors to the waterfront. Open from 8am until sunset, the park features shaded picnic areas, charcoal grills, a designated fishing area, observation station, paddle craft launch area, and concession stand. Dogs must be on a leash no longer than 8 feet while in the park, but are permitted to swim freely if under voice control of their owner. There is also a designated off-leash area near the park entrance which is free to visitors. Please note that the off-leash area closes and is not accessible during special events. See Details
MoMac Brewing Company MoMac Brewing Company is a dog-friendly microbrewery in Portsmouth, VA, where Fido can join you inside the taproom or in the comfortable outdoor seating area for a delicious brew. No food is served but they sometimes have food trucks on site as well as other events. Check their website for their current events schedule. See Details
Sandy Bottom Bark Park Bring Fido to blow off some steam at the Sandy Bottom Bark Park in Hampton, VA. This fenced pup recreation area features ample space for your pup to do some off-leash running. There are also water fountains, benches, plenty of shade and an obstacle course. All dogs must be registered to enter the park. See Details
Lake Meade Dog Park If a member, Fido is invited to play at the Lake Meade Dog Park in Suffolk, VA. This off-leash facility includes two separate sections for small and large dogs. Amenities include agility equipment, waste stations and benches. See Details
Hermitage Museum and Gardens Hermitage Museum and Gardens in Norfolk, VA is pet friendly. Leashed dogs are welcome to walk through the beautiful 12-acre waterfront gardens at this early 20th century estate. See Details
Chippokes State Park Chippokes State Park is a dog-friendly recreation area in Surry, VA. Please note that state regulations prohibit pets on public swim beaches and require pets to be kept on a leash no longer than six feet. Pups are also not allowed inside public facilities. To avoid potential inconvenience, they ask that you bring proof of current vaccinations. See Details
Spooks and Legends Spooks and Legends is a dog-friendly haunted tour in Williamsburg, VA. The Dead of Night Ghost Tour, Witches & Pirates Tour, and Conspiracy Tour are the only excursions in town given in colonial costume and done in first-person character, playing the part of a returning ghost of the past. All are entirely outdoors on paved streets. Friendly, leashed dogs are allowed on all tours. See Details
Coastal Fermentory Coastal Fermentory in Newport News, VA, is a dog-friendly craft brewery where Fido is welcome to join you at an outdoor table or inside the taproom. They brew a variety of beer styles including saison, IPAs, pilsner, sours, and more. Be sure to check their website for a list of dog-friendly events, live music, and food trucks. See Details
Jamestown-Scotland Ferry The Jamestown-Scotland Ferry is a dog-friendly ferry that runs from the Historic Jamestown area across the river to Surry, VA. The ferry does not charge an admission fee to ride, and operates 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, including major holidays. Reservations are not accepted, and takes approximately 15-20 minutes to cross the river one way. Leashed dogs are allowed on the ferry deck, and owners must maintain control of them at all times. Only service animals are allowed in the passenger lounge. See Details
Veterans Park Veterans Park in Williamsburg, VA offers a variety of family-friendly activities within its 19 acres of land. Visitors can enjoy a playground, picnic area, tennis courts and pet-friendly walking paths. The park is also the spot of the Vietnam Veterans Memorial Monument. Dogs must remain on a leash within the park. See Details
The Hound's Tale Corner BARkery The Hound's Tale Corner BARkery is the pet-friendly and dog-themed sister bar and gift shop to The Hound's Tale restaurant in Williamsburg, VA. Pups are welcome to join you at tables inside or on their patio, where they can order something off of the dog menu and indulge in doggy beer and wine as well as delicious treats! They also have a doggy retail section featuring pet-themed gifts. For pet parents, they offer a delightful selection of beers, wines, cocktails and light bites. See Details
Newport News Park Bring your pup to the pet-friendly Newport News Park in Newport News, VA. This community recreation area spans more than 7,500 acres and features opportunities for hiking, biking, picnicking, paddle boarding and freshwater fishing. Leashed dogs are welcome, but please clean up after them. See Details
Dog Park at Deep Creek Park If a member, Fido is invited to play at the dog park at Deep Creek Park in Chesapeake, VA. This off-leash facility is open for dogs of all sizes to join. Amenities include water fountains, benches and waste stations. See Details
Ridgway Bark Park Pets love the chance to make friends and play off leash at the fenced Ridgway Bark Park in Hampton, VA. This pup recreation area spans over an acre and features covered and open seating for humans. A license and tags are required. See Details
Smithfield, VA, US