Dog-Friendly Activities in Kingston, GA

Barnsley Gardens at the Barnsley Resort in Adairsville, GA, welcomes leashed dogs to its pet-friendly historic gardens for hiking and exploring its 3,000 acres. The 160-year old estate grounds were once home to a grand Italianate mansion, the ruins of which form the centerpiece of this attraction. After touring the gardens, you can hike the 12 miles of dog-friendly trails, or share a meal at the Beer Garden. Resort guests are welcome to the grounds daily. Day passes are available for non-resort guests Monday through Thursday.

Kennesaw Mountain National Battlefield Park is a dog-friendly national park in Kennesaw, GA. This National Battlefield preserves the land of this nearly three week long Civil War battle by the Atlanta Campaign. Fido is welcome to join you throughout the trails at this 2,965 acre park, however all pets must be on a leash no longer than 6 feet in length, and pets are not allowed in the visitor center, restroom facilities, shuttle bus, or near the water fountains.

Leashed dogs are welcome at Pickett's Mill Battlefield State Historic Site in Dallas, GA, where you can explore one of the best preserved Civil War battlefields in the nation. This 765-acre park is home to picnic areas and miles of pet-friendly, wooded hiking trails that weave around the historic area, along creeks and even by a waterfall. Unfortunately, dogs are not permitted in the pioneer cabins or any of the other buildings in the park, but leashed pets are permitted in the visitor center to gain access to the trails.

Red Top Mountain State Park in Acworth, GA, boasts 1,562-acres of land along the 12,000-acre Lake Allatoona. Bring your leashed pup and hike over 15-miles of dog-friendly trails at this scenic park. Swimming, fishing, camping and biking are also popular activities at this park.

Leashed dogs are allowed to join their owners on the historic, pet-friendly nature trail of Etowah Indian Mounds State Historic Site in Cartersville, GA. Previously the home to several thousand Native Americans, this park's purpose is to protect the 54-acres that includes six earthen mounds, a plaza, village site, borrow pits, and a defensive ditch. The earthen mounds were constructed by Native American tribes for numerous reasons, including for burial and ritual purposes. Please note that dogs aren't permitted inside buildings at the park.

Bartow County Dog Park is a dog park located inside dog-friendly Hamilton Crossing Park, in Cartersville, GA. This dog park features an off-leash, enclosed area with two separative sides; one side is for dogs over 30 pounds, and the other side is dogs under 30 pounds. The dog park is a mixture of grass and mulch, provides plenty of shade, and features a water fountain and sanitation stations.

Fido an play off-leash at Pitner Road Dog Park in Acworth, GA. This park offers a roughly 2-acre fenced space for large pups and a separate 1-acre area for small dogs. Each section offers shade, wooded and open areas, bench seating, water fountains and waste stations.

Leashed dogs are welcome on the pet-friendly trails at Pettit Environmental Preserve in Dallas, GA. Hike trails ranging in length from .25 miles to a 1.7-mile loop trail around the lake. Trail features include a 36-foot swing bridge, a 70-foot floating bridge, & a stone amphitheater next to a small waterfall. This preserve is generally membership or reservation based, but public hikes are offered occasionally. Visit their website for more information.

Love's Travel Stop in Calhoun, GA, is a dog-friendly gas station and rest area. Across America, you'll find Love's Travel Stops that offer facilities for traveling canines. This location has a fully-fenced dog park with two sections and a convenient waste station.

Leashed pups are welcome inside the taproom and outside at Bucking Goat Brewing Company, a dog-friendly brewery in Dallas, GA. They brew a variety of craft beers including pilsner, sours, saison, lagers and IPAs. Check their website for a calendar of current events including trivia nights, live music and weekend food trucks.

Zen Cove Pool Rental in Kennesaw, GA, offers a dog-friendly playground experience with a solar-heated saltwater pool. Your rental includes a fast water slide, covered patio, grill, and plenty of seating for parties. Dogs are welcome to join you for a splash in the pool, making it a fun day for both you and your furry friend. Please visit their website for booking details.

The Allatoona Pass 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 Cartersville! The map below shows a parking area with convenient access to the Allatoona Pass. 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.

Snazzy Rags Boutique in downtown Rome, GA welcomes leashed dogs inside. Stop in with Fido and shop for specialty women’s clothing, shoes, accessories, gifts and more. From stylish to comfortable, Snazzy Rags has a wide selection of merchandise.

Leashed dogs are welcome to walk the grounds of the pet-friendly George Washington Carver Park in Acworth, GA. This local recreation area features a beach, a playground, walking trails, picnic areas, and more for parkgoers. Note that dogs are only permitted on the hiking trails.

Well-behaved, leashed pets can join their owners at T.J. Maxx at Main Street Shopping Center in Cartersville, GA. This chain retailer sells a range of products, including apparel, footwear, accessories, toys, home decor, handbags and more.

Two- and four-legged friends are welcome at Barnes & Noble at The Avenue West Cobb in Marietta, GA. This pet-friendly chain bookstore invites owners and well-behaved, leashed dogs to browse for an array of books, games, vinyl records, gifts, and more.

Well-behaved, leashed pets are welcome to visit Traveling Gypsies and Kava Den in Rome, GA. This pet-friendly shop and bar invites dogs to join their owners, both inside and out on the sidewalk patio. Visitors can stop by for a drink from the kava bar or browse for bohemian goods.

The Heritage Park 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 Rome! The map below shows a parking area with convenient access to the Heritage Park 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.

Love's Travel Stop off of Old Allatoona Road in Emerson, GA is a pet-friendly gas station and rest area. Traveling canines will enjoy stretching their legs at this fenced dog park.

Veterans Memorial Park is a dog-friendly park in Adairsville, GA. This 14-acre park features a dog park, two pavilions, playgrounds, nature trails, dog park, and more! The park is open from dawn to dusk.