Dog Friendly Hiking Trails in Wilmington, DE

There are 7 dog-friendly hiking trails in Wilmington. 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 Wilmington.

Pet Friendly Bellevue State Park
Bellevue State Park Bellevue State Park is a pet-friendly area steeped in rich history that overlooks the Delaware River in Wilmington, DE. Although Fido isn't permitted in the historic buildings located in the park, you can enjoy the fitness track that circles a catch-and-release fishing pond. The area also features numerous hiking trails popular for biking, hiking and cross-country skiing. See Details
Pet Friendly Rockford Park
Rockford Park Rockford Park is a popular, pet-friendly place to bring Fido in Wilmington, DE. The main attraction at this park is Rockford Tower, a 100-year-old water tower. The tower is set among rolling hills, wooded areas, and vistas that are ideal for wandering with your leashed pup. Make your way to the designated off-leash dog area so Fido can have some canine fun. Please note that the off-leash dog area is not fenced. See Details
Brandywine Park Leashed dogs are welcome at Brandywine Park, a pet-friendly recreation area in Wilmington, DE. Described by locals as their very own Central Park, Fido can join you on the pathways and grassy areas adjacent to the Brandywine River. Explore the 165-acres that also include a dog park, picnic areas, the Jasper Crane Rose Garden and more. See Details
Rockwood Park & Museum Leashed dogs are welcome to explore the grounds and gardens at Rockwood Park & Museum, a pet-friendly historic estate in Wilmington, DE. Explore the six-acre Heritage Gardens that boast an impressive plant collection. Continue on the 2-miles of dirt and paved trails that meander through these lush grounds. The property holds many events, including occasional, dog-centric Yappy Hours during the warmer months! Please remember to clean up after your pup during your visit. See Details
Brandywine Creek State Park Brandywine Creek State Park is a dog-friendly recreation area in Wilmington, DE, where sweeping meadows and stone walls were used to mark property lines in the late 1800s. Leashed dogs can join you in exploring the park's 14 miles of trails. Other popular activities include cross-country skiing, fishing, kayaking and tubing. See Details
Alapocas Run State Park Alapocas Run State Park is a pet-friendly recreation space in Wilmington, DE. Your leashed pup can tag along to enjoy popular activities such as hiking, picnicking and admiring the views of the scenic Blue Granite Cliffs. See Details
Fox Point State Park Leashed dogs are welcome at Fox Point State Park, a pet-friendly park in Wilmington, DE. Located on the bank of the Delaware River, this recreation area provides a great vantage point to the vast shipping channel beyond. You and Fido can hike or bile along Riverview Trail to take in the sights of the river and meadows. The park offers additional paved pathways and scenic picnic locales as well. See Details
White Clay Creek State Park Leashed dogs are welcome at White Clay Creek State Park, a pet-friendly destination in Newark, DE. There are over 37 miles of trails in this park that you and Fido can explore. Within the park, many visitors and their dogs take to Chestnut Hill Trail, a moderately challenging multi-use trail that leads hikers through heavily forested areas and open meadows. Please remember to clean up after Fido. See Details
Stroud Preserve The Stroud Preserve is a dog-friendly area in West Chester, PA that consists of 571 acres of culturally and ecologically important land in Chester County. This rolling mosaic of once-pastured grasslands, working farmlands and woodlands now serves as wildlife habitat and a unique site for research by the Stroud Water Research Center, one of the premier stream research labs in North America. This recreation area boasts more than nine miles of hiking trails. Dogs are welcome but must be leashed at all times and owners must pick up after them. See Details
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
Struble Trail The Struble 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 Downingtown! The map below shows a parking area with convenient access to the Struble 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
Newlin Grist Mill Leashed dogs are welcome in the historic and pet-friendly Newlin Grist Mill park in Glen Mills, PA, which includes a 1704 water-powered mill, lovely wooded trails and other historic sights. See Details
Ridley Creek State Park Ridley Creek State Park is a pet-friendly spot in Newtown Square, PA. Your leashed pup is welcome to join you while you explore the 2,606 acres of Delaware County woodlands and meadows. Various hiking trails are available. See Details
John Heinz National Wildlife Refuge at Tinicum Fido is welcome at the dog-friendly John Heinz National Wildlife Refuge at Tinicum in Philadelphia, PA. John Heinz is America's first urban refuge and was established to preserve the Tinicum Marsh and to promote environmental education. The refuge features more than 10 miles of trails. Dogs must be cleaned up after and leashed at all times during their visit. See Details
ChesLen Preserve The ChesLen Preserve in Coatesville, PA, is a dog-friendly, 1,263-acre private nature preserve featuring sweeping agricultural fields, densely wooded stream corridors and rare serpentine barrens. There are many points on the property from which visitors can gaze for miles in any direction and see virtually no signs of modern development. Dogs are welcome provided they are leashed at all times and owners clean up after them. See Details
Natural Lands Wawa Preserve The 98-acre Wawa Preserve in Media, PA, is a dog-friendly space owned by Natural Lands and operated in partnership with Middletown Township. Visitors can enjoy trails that traverse a variety of habitats, including dense woodlands along Rocky Run Creek and sunny meadows filled with milkweed, goldenrod, and little bluestem. Dogs are welcome as long as they are leashed at all times and picked up after. See Details
Chester Valley Trail The Chester Valley 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 Exton! The map below shows a parking area with convenient access to the Chester Valley 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
Radnor Trail The Radnor 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 Villanova! The map below shows a parking area with convenient access to the Radnor 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
Willisbrook Preserve The Willisbrook Preserve in Malvern, PA, is a dog-friendly, 126-acre area that includes more than 20 acres of the Sugartown Serpentine Barrens, a rare ecosystem. These barrens support a diverse variety of plants, including serpentine aster, round-leafed fame flower and warm-season grasses. Dogs are welcome as long as their humans keep them leashed at all times and pick up after them. See Details
Rose Tree Park Dogs are welcome to join their owners for walks at Rose Tree Park in Media, PA. This pet-friendly recreation area features grassy rolling hills, picnic areas, a gazebo, a community garden and seasonal festivals. Ensure Fido remains leashed during his visit. See Details
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