Dog-Friendly Activities in Franklin, NE

Here are the dog-friendly activities closest to Franklin. Use the links below to get an overview of each one, see pictures, print directions, and even read reviews from other dog owners.

Dog Island

Grand Island, NE

Dog Island Fido is invited to play at the pet-friendly Dog Island in Grand Island, NE. This off-leash facility contains two separate areas for small and large pups. Dog Island is a great road trip stop, just a few miles from I-80. Outside the fence are swimming opportunities and trails to do with your pup. See Details

Mushroom Rock State Park

Brookville, KS

Mushroom Rock State Park Dogs are welcome at pet-friendly Mushroom Rock State Park in Brookville, Kansas. The smallest state park in Kansas has rock formations which have the appearance of giant mushrooms, and were once a meeting point for Native Americans. You can bring Fido with you to enjoy the huge rock formations while walking along Mushroom Rock Trail. Pets must be leashed and cleaned up after. See Details

Cedar Bluff State Park

Ellis, KS

Cedar Bluff State Park Dogs are allowed to join their owners at pet-friendly Cedar Bluff State Park in Ellis, KS. Divided into two areas along the shorelines of Cedar Bluff Reservoir, this park is home to lots of primitive campsites and trails which stretch across 850 acres of land. For less experienced hikers, the Agave Ridge Loop is a popular paved trail for Fido to gently exercise on. Please keep dogs on a leash during your visit. See Details

Barkley Park

Salina, KS

Barkley Park Barkley Park in Salina, KS is a two-acre dog park with three fenced-in areas. The park features benches, dog water fountains, and waste bag dispensers. Please note that there is no running water in winter months. See Details

Hays Dog Park

Hays, KS

Hays Dog Park Fido is welcome to explore Hays Dog Park, an off-leash park within Fort Hays State University in Hays, KS. This large grassy park is fully enclosed and has separate area for small dogs, covered bench seating, and a doubled-gated entry. The park also features play obstacles such as bridges, tunnels and tires, a water fountain for dogs, and convenient pet waste stations. See Details

WaKeeney Dog Park

Wa Keeney, KS

WaKeeney Dog Park WaKeeney Dog Park is a fenced dog park, conveniently located off of Interstate 70, in Wa Keeney, KS. Let Fido explore off leash and enjoy some exercise in this grassy space just across the street from a F-14 Fighter Jet & Iwo Jima Memorial. See Details

Hastings Dog Park

Hastings, NE

Hastings Dog Park Bring Fido to play at Hastings Dog Park in Nebraska. The park contains one area that allows all pups of all sizes to play. There is also a surrounding field around the fenced-in area with a mowed path to enjoy. See Details

Kearney Hike and Bike Trail

Kearney, NE

Kearney Hike and Bike Trail Kearney Hike and Bike 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 Kearney! The map below shows a parking area with convenient access to the Pioneer's Path (part of Cottonmill to Ft. Kearney 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

Mormon Island State Recreation Area

Doniphan, NE

Mormon Island State Recreation Area Mormon Island State Recreation Area is a pet-friendly spot off the highway in Doniphan, NE. Your leashed canine companion can tag along to experience outdoor fun. Amenities include accessible fishing piers, wildlife viewing and picnicking opportunities. Remember to stay informed about hunting seasons, ensure you have a valid park permit and that Fido can't enter the water. See Details

Coronado Heights

Falun, KS

Coronado Heights Coronado Heights in Falun, KS, is a dog-friendly attraction featuring a small, medieval-style stone castle. Leashed dogs are welcome to explore the grounds, which offer scenic views from a 300-foot-high bluff, hiking and off-road bike trails, picnic areas, and opportunities to spot native plants and wildlife. The castle was built in 1936 by the Works Progress Administration. See Details

Meadowlark North Dog Park

Kearney, NE

Meadowlark North Dog Park Fido is invited to play at Meadowlark North Dog Park in Kearney, NE. The fenced-in facility has two separate areas for small and large dogs to play. Amenities in each include play obstacles, benches and shade. See Details

Castle Rock

Quinter, KS

Castle Rock Dog-friendly Castle Rock is a limestone, chalk and shale formation located 12 miles from I-70 between Quinter and Collyer, KS. These 70-foot towers were once a landmark for early travelers, but can now be accessed along a bluff. The area was once covered completely in water, a vast inland sea, giving it the stunning appearance that you'll see today. Dogs are welcome throughout the park, as long as they are on a leash. See Details

Wilson State Park

Sylvan Grove, KS

Wilson State Park Bring Fido to Wilson State Park in Sylvan Grove, KS, a pet-friendly park located in the heart of the Smoky Hills. Many visitors think that this park is the prettiest in all of Kansas, featuring stunning shoreline, scenic cliffs, and rocky outcrops. Dogs and their owners can explore the park on one of the many trails that weaves around the varied topography that this part of the world has to offer. Pets must be kept on a leash under ten feet for the duration of their visit and owners are asked to clean up after them to preserve the natural beauty of the park. See Details

Prairie Dog State Park

Norton, KS

Prairie Dog State Park Dogs are allowed at Prairie Dog State Park, a pet-friendly area in Norton, KS. Take your pup along the 1.5-mile nature trail which offers great views of the lake. Prairie dogs can be viewed from Prairie Dog trailhead, the first 1000 feet of which is concrete and easily accessible. To preserve the wildlife in the area, dog owners must keep their pets on a leash and clean up any mess that they leave behind. See Details

Glen Elder State Park

Glen Elder, KS

Glen Elder State Park Dogs are welcome to join their owners at Glen Elder State Park. This pet-friendly area in Glen Elder, KS lies along the shoreline of Lake Waconda and offers endless recreational opportunities for you and Fido. The park features a 12,500-acre lake and 13,200 acres of land to explore. Fido must be leashed at all times, and pets are not allowed on beaches or in swimming areas. See Details

Kanapolis State Park

Marquette, KS

Kanapolis State Park Kanapolis State Park in Marquette, KS is pet friendly. Leashed dogs and their owners are invited to explore 30 miles of trails which are open to hikers, mountain bikers and horseback riders. Many of the trails weave through the Smoky Hill Wildlife Area, which is home to the Faris Caves, carved by early pioneers to be used as milk house, school house, and living quarters. A 3,500-acre lake is the centerpiece of this pretty park See Details

Webster State Park

Stockton, KS

Webster State Park You and Fido are invited explore the rolling hills, prairie, and reservoir at dog-friendly Webster State Park in Stockton, KS. The reservoir in the center of the park is framed by the picturesque Chalk Hills and is an ideal spot for a photo alongside your adventurous pup. The area is a popular destination for hunting, wildlife watching and camping. Please leash and clean up after your pets. See Details

Bark Park Omaha

Springfield, NE

Bark Park Omaha Bark Park Omaha is a private, 5+ acre dog park located in Springfield, NE, offering exclusive access on a per-visit basis. When you visit, you and your dogs have the entire park to yourselves, ensuring a peaceful and secure environment, free from city distractions. For pricing details and to schedule your visit, please visit their website. See Details

York Dog Park

York, NE

York Dog Park Bring Fido to York Dog Park in York, NE, where four-legged friends can romp and socialize off leash. This two-acre fenced park features two separate recreation areas, one for small dogs and one for their larger counterparts. Other park amenities include double-gated entry, shade trees, waste receptacles and picnic tables. Canines must be leashed when entering and exiting the park. See Details

Tractor Supply Co.

Grand Island, NE

Tractor Supply Co. Tractor Supply Co. is a pet-friendly store in Grand Island, NE. Leashed pups are welcome to join you inside as you browse the aisles. They offer products for home improvement, agriculture, lawn and garden maintenance, and pet care. See Details

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