Dog Friendly Activities in Highlands, NC

There are 10 dog friendly activities in Highlands. 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 Highlands.

Franklin Dog Park

Franklin, NC

Franklin Dog Park Franklin Dog Park is a great place to bring your pooch to play off-leash in Franklin, NC. Featuring two fenced areas for large and small dogs, there's space for all sizes of pups to play. Take a walk around the trail that surrounds the fenced space with your leashed pooch after a game of fetch in the park. Public restrooms are also available, as well as dog waste stations to pick up after your pet. Franklin Dog Park is open every day of the week from 7am to 10pm. See Details

Jackson County Greenway

Sylva, NC

Jackson County Greenway Jackson County Greenway is a pet-friendly trail that's perfect for enjoying a walk with Fido in Sylva, NC. This one-mile paved trail along the Tuckasegee River offers scenic views and sitting benches. Bring your leashed pup along for some exercise and fresh air at this popular recreation area. See Details

Devils Fork State Park

Salem, SC

Devils Fork State Park Bring Fido to dog-friendly Devils Fork State Park in Salem, SC. The park provides the only public access to mountain spring-fed Lake Jocassee, a 7,565-acre lake which attracts tourists, dog owners and water sport enthusiasts. The park has a mile long nature trail, a boat ramp, playground, picnic areas and shelters, in addition to a park store which sells select grocery items and firewood. Overnight visitors can reserve one of five pet-friendly villas to enjoy an extended stay in this scenic park. During your visit drive to Jumping Off Rock for a panoramic lake view, hike the Oconee Bell Trail, and see the breathtaking waterfalls on Lake Jocassee. See Details

Silver Run Falls Trailhead

Cashiers, NC

Silver Run Falls Trailhead Take Fido for a leisurely stroll along the Silver Run Falls Trailhead located just outside of Cashiers, NC in Nantahala National Forest. This short, pet-friendly hiking path is mostly flat and leads to a an impressive, 20-foot water fall. Please leash and clean up after your pets on the trail. See Details

Rabun County Bark Park

Tiger, GA

Rabun County Bark Park Fido can play off-leash at Rabun County Bark Park in Tiger, GA. This fenced dog park offers agility equipment, shaded spaces, waste receptacles and clean up equipment. Water is also generally available for visiting canines. The nearby Rabun County Recreation Department Park offers pet-friendly walking trails if you and Fido still have some energy left. See Details

Tiger Drive-in

Tiger, GA

Tiger Drive-in Tiger Drive-in is a dog-friendly, vintage, drive-in movie theater in Tiger, GA. Priding themselves on being one of the last venues of this type in the country, Tiger Drive-in shows films while you relax in the comfort of your car—the old-school way. In addition to the big screen, they are home to grass terraces, FM broadcasts, outdoor speakers, Pandora pre-show music, Wi-Fi and a TDI Grill. After the movie buffs have headed home, Fido and the family can stay the night in the RV or a tent in the campground. Campers have use of the shower and bathrooms on-site. Dogs must be kept on the leash during their stay. See Details

Yellow Branch Falls Hiking Trail

Walhalla, SC

Yellow Branch Falls Hiking Trail Bring Fido for an adventurous hike along Yellow Branch Falls Hiking Trail near Walhalla, SC. This 3-mile out-and-back trail is moderately difficult and should take 1hr 30 mins to complete. Beginning at a picnic area off of SC-28, hikers should follow a short nature trail which connects to Yellow Branch Falls Hiking Trail. Meander across several small streams before reaching Yellow Branch Falls, a beautiful 50-foot vertical waterfall. The trail is open year-round and is a popular route to explore. Dogs are allowed to be off-leash in some areas. See Details

Bartram Trail (Jones Gap to Whiterock Mountain)

Franklin, NC

Bartram Trail (Jones Gap to Whiterock Mountain) The Bartram Trail from Jones Gap to Whiterock Mountain in Franlin, NC, is pet friendly. Bring Fido along on the moderately easy, 4.6 mile hike in Nantahala National Forest that will take about 2.5 hours to complete. This section of the 100 mile long Bartram Trail starts at Jones Gap and heads northwest to Whiterock Mountain with some side trails along the way that offer summit views. Please note that dogs must be on a leash between April 1 and August 15, but must be under control at all times. See Details

Big Bear at Little Tennessee River Greenway

Franklin, NC

Big Bear at Little Tennessee River Greenway Big Bear at Little Tennessee River Greenway is a pet-friendly place in Franklin, NC. Bring Fido for a hike on one of the four miles of trails, where there are gazebos, shelters, restrooms, and convenient parking. There is also a small dog park on site. Bring your own water and waste bags. See Details

Blue Ridge Railroad Historical Trail

Walhalla, SC

Blue Ridge Railroad Historical Trail The Blue Ridge Railroad Historical 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 Mountain Rest! The map below shows a parking area with convenient access to the Blue Ridge Railroad Historical 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

Chimney Pond Farm

Glenville, NC

Chimney Pond Farm Chimney Pond Farm is a pet-friendly wedding venue in Glenville, NC. Located near the mountain town of Cashiers, this popular venue is a beautiful and elevated place to say your vows. Dogs are welcome to take part in the ceremony or watch on with a tear in the eye. Contact the host to see how Fido can be a part of your big day. See Details

Bartram Trail

Franklin, NC

Bartram Trail Bartram Trail is pet-friendly. Following the route of 18th-century naturalist William Bartram's southern journey in the 18th century, this section of the trail leads from Wallace Branch to William's Pulpit. Leashed dogs are welcome to join their owners on the path, as long as they are well-behaved and cleaned up after. The trail is just over 4 miles and rated moderate. See Details

Bryson's Apple Orchard

Mountain Rest, SC

Bryson's Apple Orchard Fido is welcome to join you when picking fresh fruit from Bryson's Apple Orchard, located in Mountain Rest, SC. Open seasonally for U-Pick visits or to purchase punnets of fruit directly from the store stand, bring Fido to enjoy a picnic lunch with the family after you've shopped for delicious goods. Bryson's have samples of their pressed cider and sell a wide variety of honey, syrups, local vegetables, peaches and apples. See Details

Cullasaja Park

Franklin, NC

Cullasaja Park Cullasaja Park is a dog-friendly park in Franklin, NC, that features a multi-use field. Bring your pup along for a walk or run, or splash in the water. There are restrooms on site and river access. See Details

Oconee Station State Historic Site

Walhalla, SC

Oconee Station State Historic Site Oconee Station State Historic Site is a pet-friendly destination that was once a military compound in the 18th and 19th century in Walhalla, SC. Visitors can enjoy marked historical sights, as well as an array of recreational activities. Bring Fido along for a hike on the 1.5-mile nature trail leading to Station Cove Falls in Sumter National Forest, blooming with wildflowers in spring. Another option is the interpretive Oconee Connector Trail that spans approximately four miles and circles a four-acre pond for fishing. Dogs are welcome in all outdoor areas on a leash. See Details