Dog Friendly Hiking Trails in Galena, MD

There are 8 dog-friendly hiking trails within 20 miles of Galena. 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 Galena.

Lums Pond State Park

Bear, DE

Lums Pond State Park Lums Pond State Park in Bear, DE, is pet friendly. Your leashed pup is welcome to explore this popular area for hiking and boating. Be sure to check out the Swamp Forest Trail, which runs through wetland forests on the edge of Lums Pond, providing a shaded stomp that leads to bridges and boardwalk sections. Visitors with Fido should also visit Lums Pond Dog Park, located at the northeast end. See Details

Susquehanna State Park

Havre De Grace, MD

Susquehanna State Park Susquehanna State Park is a dog-friendly destination in Havre De Grace, MD. Located on the banks of the lower Susquehanna River, this park is popular among visitors who are looking to get a taste of nature and a bit of history with a working gristmill and the remains of the Susquehanna and Tidewater Canal. The park is a mixture of diverse forest and rocky terrain, which can be explored on over 15 miles of marked trails, varying in difficulty and terrain. Please leash and clean up after your pets during your visit. See Details

Fort DuPont State Park

Delaware City, DE

Fort DuPont State Park Leashed dogs are welcome at Fort DuPont State Park, previously an active military base from the Civil War to World War II in Delaware City, DE. A popular activity at this pet-friendly park is to walk the River View Trail, which follows the Delaware River. You can even spot where canons and guns once lined this pathway. See Details

Turkey Point Lighthouse

North East, MD

Turkey Point Lighthouse Turkey Point Lighthouse is a pet-friendly seasonal attraction in North East, MD. Your leashed pup is welcome to join you for a brisk walk up the lighthouse, where a water bowl will await them. Upon arrival, you'll have breathing views of the Chesapeake Bay. Their operating season is held from May through October. See Details

Swamp Forest Trail

Bear, DE

Swamp Forest Trail Fido is welcome on The Swamp Forest Trail at dog-friendly Lums Pond State Park in Bear, DE. This popular trail offers visitors the chance to wander through the swampy undergrowth and through the tall trees without getting their feet or paws wet. The boardwalk that weaves through the forest is a popular adventure spot for cyclists, so keep an eye out for them as you explore with your pup. See Details

Ben Cardin C&D Canal Trail

Chesapeake City, MD

Ben Cardin C&D Canal Trail Exercise with your pup on the Ben Cardin C&D Canal Trail, a dog-friendly pathway in Chesapeake City, MD. This asphalt path is nice to bike, hike, run or walk while you enjoy a view of the waterfront. The trail is 1.8 miles and considered an easy walk. The trailhead is located on the trail's western end at the base of Lock Street. From there, the paved pathway runs along the waterfront to the Delaware border. Dogs are welcome, but must be on a leash. See Details

Blackbird State Forest

Smyrna, DE

Blackbird State Forest Blackbird State Forest is a pet-friendly, outdoor recreation spot located on the border of New Castle and Kent Counties in Symra, DE. Your leashed pup is welcome to tag along to explore the area. Activities include over 40 miles of trails, which include a 2,200-foot paved nature trail that is ADA-accessible. The trail system interconnects eight primitive campsites and four picnic sites. See Details

Elk Neck State Forest

North East, MD

Elk Neck State Forest Leashed pets are welcome at the pet-friendly Elk Neck State Forest in North East, MD. The 3,571-acre outdoor recreation area features an array of amenities for visitors, from a shooting range and hiking to mountain biking and horseback riding. Owners are asked to pick up any waste left behind by their pets. See Details