Dog Friendly Hiking Trails in Indiana

If your dog likes to ruff it, bring Fido hiking in Indiana. Our dog friendly hiking section includes everything from easy one-hour walks to fantastic overnight trips in Indiana that won’t be soon forgotten. Seriously, go take a hike!

Pet Friendly Monon Trail
Monon Trail Bring your dog along to explore the Monon Trail, a converted railway that winds for 26 miles through Indianapolis, connecting Sheridan, Carmel and other smaller communities along the way. The paved, dog-friendly trail welcomes Fido on a leash, as long as they are cleaned up after. The trail can be accessed from sunrise to sunset. See Details
Pet Friendly Fort Harrison State Park
Fort Harrison State Park Fort Harrison State Park is dog-friendly. Formerly the site of Fort Benjamin Harrison, the park features a Citizen's Military Training Camp, Civilian Conservation Corps camp and a World War II prisoner of war camp. As well as being a wander back through time, there are plenty of trails you can actually wander with Fido to enjoy the natural beauty of the park. Pups are welcome on all of the trails, as long as they are on a leash under six feet and you clean up any mess after them. See Details
Clifty Falls State Park Dogs are welcome at pet-friendly Clifty Falls State Park in Madison, IN. You and Fido will discover Clifty Canyon, offering stunning scenery that can be viewed on one of the hiking trails that weaves around the park. There are ten pet-friendly trails in total, varying from steep to easy and all offering a different adventure. Although the canyon is incredibly beautiful, the main attraction are the falls themselves. Every time you visit the park you'll notice that the falls offer a different view, sometimes the water crashes over and other times it trickles tranquilly. Dogs must remain on a leash under six feet for the duration of their stay and owners are reminded to clean up after their pets. See Details
Spring Mill State Park Dogs are welcome at Spring Mill State Park, a pet-friendly recreation area in Mitchell, IN. Back in the day, pioneers built gristmills, a wool mill, a saw mill, and a distillery in the area using the water flowing from cave springs to power them. You and Fido can enjoy wandering around the regenerated forest on the eight pet-friendly trails in the park, some of them leading to caves in the Spring Mill State Park and Cave River Valley Natural Area. See Details
Pokagon State Park Dogs are welcome at pet-friendly Pokagon State Park in Angola, IN, where Native American heritage can be seen around every corner. Lake James and Snow Lake are next to the park and they provide great spots for pooches who love boating, swimming, and fishing. There are nine trails to enjoy in the area as well, varying from easy trails through pine trees, hardwood forest, and rolling land to rugged pathways through swamps and forests. See Details
Mounds State Park Leashed dogs are welcome at Mounds State Park, a pet-friendly historical park in Anderson, IN. This popular park is constructed around the sites of ten unique earthen mounds constructed by the Adena-Hopewell people. The largest is the Great Mound, which is said to have been constructed all the way back in 160 B.C. and was once used for religious ceremonies. There are also many trails you and Fido can explore throughout this park. See Details
Ox Bow Park Ox Bow Park is a pet-friendly natural park in Goshen, IN, with camping shelters, an observation deck, sports courts, disc golf, and nature trails. Your pooch can join you on the trails and throughout the park located on the banks of Elkhart River. The pretty park is a lovely place to have a stroll with your leashed dog. A small entrance fee is required to gain access to Ox Bow Park. See Details
Mississinewa Lake Dogs are allowed to join their owners at Mississinewa Lake in Peru, IN. This pet-friendly flood-control reservoir is ideal for recreational boat users and anglers. There are six marked trails in the park that dog owners are welcome to use with their pooches alongside them. Ornithologists and wildlife lovers will be amazed by the views from the hiking trails that weave through expanses of forests, prairies, and farmland. If you plan on bringing Fido with you to the lake, remember to keep them on a leash under six feet for the entirety of your visit. Please note that pets are not permitted on the beach. See Details
Prophetstown State Park Dog-friendly Prophetstown State Park is Indiana’s newest state park and located where the Tippecanoe River meets the Wabash near the town of Battle Ground northeast of Lafayette, IN. The park's landscape has been shaped by ice from glaciers, moving water, fire, and human hands that helped maintain the vast tall prairie grass. Leashed dogs can accompany you along 13 miles of hiking trails. See Details
McCormick's Creek State Park Dogs are welcome to join their owners at pet-friendly McCormick's Creek State Park in Spencer, IN. The park is made up of a limestone canyon, featuring a flowing creek at the center with scenic waterfalls plunging over rocks. The park is steeped in history and you'll discover a historic Statehouse Quarry near White River. There are ten different pet-friendly trails dotted around the park that vary in length and difficulty, including a trail through Wolf Cave Nature Preserve that features forest trees, spicebush, and native wildflowers. You can bring Fido with you on all of the trails if they are on a leash under six feet. See Details
Diana of the Dunes Dare Unleash your adventurous side and take on the Diana of the Dunes Dare. This pet-friendly hiking challenge follows the path of Chicago native Alice Mabel Gray, who left behind a career at the U.S. Naval Observatory to live in what is now Indiana Dunes National Park. This unusual lifestyle earned Alice the nickname Diana of the Dunes. Fido can tag along as you follow in Diana's footsteps, but dogs must be kept on a leash. See Details
Gabis Arboretum & Gardens Take Fido to connect with nature at Gabis Arboretum & Gardens in Valparaiso, IN. The Arboretum is part of the Purdue Northwest University and serves as a place for education, conservation and engagement. Gabis Arboretum & Gardens features a number pet-friendly trails. Please leash and clean up after your pets on the trails. See Details
Sodalis Nature Park Leashed dogs are welcome at Sodalis Nature Park, a pet-friendly natural space in Plainfield, IN. This scenic park offers nice walking paths around the catch and release pond. You and Fido can also enjoy the lovely picnic areas. See Details
Jasper Riverwalk Jasper Riverwalk is a dog-friendly trail which guides visitors along a scenic path following the Patoka River in Japer, IN. This 2.1 mile paved route is ideal for a casual stroll with Fido. See Details
Cowles Bog Trail Designated as a National Natural Landmark, Cowles Bog Trail is a hiking path rich in plant diversity near Dune Acres. This 4.7-mile trail is located in Indiana Dunes National Park and is a popular destination for viewing Fall colors in the cooler months. Fido is welcome to explore the swamps, marshes, beaches and views of Lake Michigan along the hike, but dogs must be kept on a leash. See Details
Shakamak State Park Dogs are allowed Shakamak State Park in Jasonville, IN. This pet-friendly park is home to three man-made lakes and some shaded camping areas. There are seven different hiking trails located at the park, each one varying in difficulty and taking in different views. Most of the trails will lead you through the woods and alongside the water. Pets are welcome as long as they are on a leash under six feet and cleaned up after. See Details
Holliday Park Bring Fido to hike the dog-friendly trail winding through Holliday Park in Indianapolis, IN. This beautiful 94-acre park gives access to the White River and is popular with families, photographers and walkers. See Details
The Virginia B. Fairbanks Art & Nature Park Bring Fido along for a bit of outdoor art and culture at The Virginia B. Fairbanks Art & Nature Park in Indianapolis, IN. At this dog-friendly park, you and your furry best friend can enjoy magnificent art, delight in a lakeside picnic lunch and walk the many trails through this beautiful oasis. Just remember to keep your pup leashed and clean up after him during your visit. See Details
Brown County State Park Leashed dogs are welcome on pet-friendly trails and select campsites within Brown County State Park in Nashville, IN. Nicknamed the “Little Smokies” because of the area’s resemblance to the Great Smoky Mountains, Brown County encompasses nearly 16,000 acres of rugged hills, ridges and fog-shrouded ravines. See Details
Muscatatuck Park Leashed pets are welcome to hike along dog-friendly trails within Muscatatuck Park in North Vernon, IN. This spacious forested park offers river access and features hiking trails, a campground and picnic areas. See Details
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