Dog Friendly Hiking Trails in Carterville, IL

There are 11 dog-friendly hiking trails within 20 miles of Carterville. 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 Carterville.

Pet Friendly Giant City State Park
Giant City State Park Leashed dogs can join you at Giant City State Park, a pet-friendly park located within Shawnee National Forest in Makanda, IL. This park features stunning sandstone bluffs and numerous hiking trails that you and Fido can explore. See Details
Pet Friendly Ferne Clyffe State Park
Ferne Clyffe State Park Leashed dogs are welcome at Ferne Clyffe State Park, a pet-friendly natural space in Goreville, IL. The 18 trails in the park wind around picturesque wooded area, streams and ponds. The park is also popular for fishing, picnicking and rock climbing. See Details
Little Grand Canyon Trail Leashed pups are welcome at Little Grand Canyon Trail, a pet-friendly hike in Pomona, IL. Located within the Shawnee National Forest, this 3-mile trail can be hiked fully or explored in shorter sections that lead to scenic overlooks. The area is especially beautiful during April and October when spring wildflowers and fall colors are at their peak. The trail is rated as moderate to difficult. See Details
Mandala Gardens Leashed pups can join their humans at Mandala Gardens, a pet-friendly park in Marion, IL. This seven-acre natural area features gardens, a labyrinth, stone sculptures, quiet paths and secluded sitting spots. Please be sure to clean up after Fido. See Details
Lake Murphysboro State Park Leashed dogs are welcome at Lake Murphysboro State Park, a pet-friendly recreation area in Murphysboro, IL. You and Fido can explore a 3-mile trail that features interesting flora and fauna. Alternatively, you can check out one of the several paths that criss-cross through the park's wooded hills, or fish and boat on the lake. See Details
River to River Trail Leashed dogs can join their humans on the pet-friendly River to River Trail in Harrisburg, IL. This 160-mile trail is offers plenty of scenic views, including forests, lakes, streams and rivers for you and Fido to explore. See Details
Pyramid State Recreation Area Leashed dogs are welcome at Pyramid State Recreation Area, a pet-friendly outdoor space in Pinckneyville, IL. Home to forested hills, lakes, and ponds, this park is ideal for exploring with Fido. There are 16.5 miles of hiking trails and plenty of scenic picnic areas. This park is also popular for fishing, hunting, boating, mountain biking and horseback riding. See Details
Stone Mountain Park Leashed dogs may join their owners at the pet-friendly Stone Mountain Park in Stone Mountain, GA. Dogs are prohibited from the Memorial Lawn, the Walk Up Trail and special event areas. This 3,200-acre park features miles of hiking trails, picnic areas, a lake for fishing and kayaking, and much more. See Details
Tunnel Hill State Trail The Tunnel Hill State 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 Ozark! The map below shows a parking area with convenient access to the Tunnel Hill State 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
Kinkaid Lake State Fish and Wildlife Area Your leashed pup can join you at Kinkaid Lake State Fish and Wildlife Area, a dog-friendly recreation space in Murphysboro, IL. This 2,750-acre lake is popular for boating and fishing. Fido is welcome to join you along the trails near the lake or at one of the scenic picnic areas, some of which overlook a stunning waterfall. See Details
Quetil Trail Quetil Trail is dog friendly. This short nature trail along the path of the Cairo & St Louis Narrow Gage railroad was used before it was abandoned in 1981. Starting from downtown Alto Pass, the walk offers very scenic views. See Details
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