Dog Friendly Activities in Gainesville, VA

There’s 1 dog friendly activity in Gainesville, and 47 more nearby. 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 Gainesville.

Pet Friendly Merrifield Garden Center Dog Park
Merrifield Garden Center Dog Park The Merrifield Garden Center Dog Park welcomes Fido to enjoy some off leash exercise before browsing the aisles at this pet-friendly garden center in Gainesville, VA. Located outside in the parking lot, this small dog park features a mulch terrain, bushes and picnic tables. Waste bags, tennis balls and water bowls are also available. Leashed dogs are welcome to shop inside the store as well. See Details
Pet Friendly Conway-Robinson Memorial State Forest
Conway-Robinson Memorial State Forest Fido is welcome to join you at the pet-friendly Conway-Robinson Memorial State Forest in Gainesville, VA. Enjoy hiking the 5.1 miles of forest trails or have lunch at a picnic shelter with your furry friend. Please note that dogs must be on a leash no longer than six feet. See Details
Barrel Oak Winery & Brewery Barrel Oak Winery & Brewery is a beautiful family-owned winery in Delaplane, VA, that welcomes dogs with open arms. They say that Barrel Oaks Winery stands for "BOW" (as in bow wow), and they even have wines named after their dogs! It is a great place to tour the countryside with your dog, or sit on their pet-friendly patio and enjoy wine and cheese while making new friends. See Details
Old Bust Head Brewing Company Old Bust Head Brewing Company is an independent, solar-powered microbrewery in Warrenton, VA brewing traditional ales and lagers. Dogs are welcome to join you at outdoor tables on the covered patio between the taproom and production area. Rotating food trucks are often available. See Details
Mt. Defiance Cider Barn Located on a hilltop on the edge of town, Mt. Defiance Cider Barn is the great place to spend an afternoon with Fido. Settle into a rocking chair by the fireplace on cold winter days, or sit out on the porch and enjoy the warm breezes. Well-behaved dogs are welcome in the tasting room. Snacks are available (cheese, crackers, and nuts) and on warm weather weekends food trucks are often available. The Cider Barn is closed on Mondays. See Details
Aslin Beer Company Aslin Beer Company is a dog-friendly brewery in Herndon, VA. Fido is welcome to join you on the beer garden patio at a picnic table. There are 18 draft brews to choose from and the Bun'd Up food truck serves handhelds daily. See Details
Ellanor C. Lawrence Park Ellanor C. Lawrence Park is a dog-friendly, 650-acre park in Centerville, VA. The park has approximately four miles of trails for hiking, bird watching, jogging and walking in upland and bottomland forest and along meadows, one trail of which forms a loop around a large pond. Trail maps are available at the Walney Visitor Center. Please note that dogs are not permitted inside buildings. See Details
Blooms Park Leashed dogs are welcome at Blooms Park in Manassas Park, VA. This pet-friendly park offers 4.25 miles of challenging trails to enjoy while connecting with nature. A variety of wildlife call the park home, so please remain alert, stay on the trails and keep dogs leashed at all times. See Details
Cub Run Stream Valley Park Cub Run Stream Valley Park is an 800-acre wooded flood plain offering pet-friendly trails that are mostly paved. Located in Centreville, VA, leashed dogs can enjoy approximately five miles of trails with you and take a dip in the creek that runs through this quiet, peaceful park. See Details
Dog Park at Chandon Park Loved by visiting pups and locals in Herndon, VA, the dog park at Chandon Park offers separate fenced areas for small and large dogs to enjoy some off-leash exercise. Park amenities include a water supply, lots of trees for shade, waste bags, benches for owners and plenty of squirrels to chase. See Details
Manassas National Battlefield Park Dog-friendly Manassas National Battlefield Park, located north of Manassas, VA preserves the site of two major American Civil War battles. The peaceful Virginia countryside bore witness to clashes between the armies of the North (Union) and the South (Confederacy), and it was there that Confederate General Thomas J. Jackson acquired his nickname "Stonewall." Today, the National Battlefield Park provides the opportunity for visitors to explore the historic terrain where men fought and died more than a century ago. Bring Fido for a stroll on the historic grounds, which features historical structures, markers and statues. See Details
Prince William Forest National Park Prince William Forest National Park is a pet-friendly recreation area in Triangle, VA. This 15,000-acre national park features an abundance of hiking and walking trails that welcome leashed dogs. Additional amenities include picnic areas, charcoal grills, and campsites for overnight stays. See Details
Fountainhead Regional Park Discover pet-friendly Fountainhead Regional Park with Fido in Fairfax Station, VA. Whether you’re a cyclist, kayaker or hiker, enjoy 2,000 acres of rugged adventures with your pup in tow. There are shared-use hiking and equestrian trails and trailhead access to the 19.7-mile Bull Run Occoquan Trail. Leashed dogs are welcome on the trails. See Details
Warrenton Branch Greenway The Warrenton Branch Greenway 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 Warrenton! The map below shows a parking area with convenient access to the Warrenton Branch Greenway. 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
Chrysalis Vineyards Pet-friendly Chrysalis Vineyards welcomes leashed dogs to explore the grounds with you and enjoy a seat on their outdoor patio in Middleburg, VA. Take in the scenic views while sipping on a glass of wine. You can also enjoy a light bite of hummus and crackers, paninis, or pizza from Little River Bakehouse on site. Please leash and clean up after your pets during your visit. See Details
Powers Farm & Brewery Powers Farm & Brewery is a pet-friendly establishment in Midland, VA. Leashed dogs are welcome to join at a table indoors or outdoors. They offer farm-brewed beers, soft Kombucha and house-made Root Beer. Please refer to their website for their food truck schedule. See Details
Stone Tower Winery Perched atop scenic Hogback Mountain, Stone Tower Winery consists of 306 acres of rolling vineyards in Leesburg, VA. The dog-friendly Harvest Barn tasting room offers visitors plenty of space both inside and outside to sample chardonnay, pinot noir, and sauvignon blanc, among others. All group tastings and tours must be scheduled. Call for details and hours. See Details
Rock Hill District Dog Park Rock Hill District Dog Park is a popular off-leash dog park in Chantilly, VA. It's fully fenced with a separate small dog area. Be sure to bring water for your pet. See Details
Lake Fairfax Park Lake Fairfax Park welcomes leashed dogs in campgrounds and on trails unless otherwise marked. This pet-friendly park on 476 acres in Reston, VA features several hiking and biking trails, an 18-acre lake, athletic fields, a skate park, a marina, and a campground. See Details
Vint Hill Dog Park Vint Hill Dog Park is a fully-fenced park with plenty of room for dogs of all sizes to run and play in Warrenton, VA. This 1.25-acre park features benches, shade trees, a shelter, activity equipment, a water station and parking. Clean-up bags are often in stock at the waste stations in the park. See Details
Gainesville, VA, US