There are 24 dog friendly activities in Knoxville. 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 Knoxville.
West Hills Dogwood Trail
You and Fido are invited to explore the pristine West Hills neighborhood of Knoxville, TN, when strolling along Dogwood Trail. Added in 2022 and joining twelve existing Dogwood Trails, West Hills captures the beauty of 8 miles of blooming landscapes. Knoxville is an area of outstanding natural beauty and visitors to West Hills are greeted by countless mature Dogwoods, azaleas and other springtime blossoms in well-manicured gardens. Take an opportunity to amble along this picturesque route with your trusty walking companion.
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UT Gardens Knoxville
UT Gardens in Knoxville, TN is one of three sites of the State Botanical Garden of Tennessee. Leashed dogs are welcome to join their owners on pet-friendly pathways while enjoying the beautiful horticulture of this outdoor learning laboratory. Two hour visitor parking is available across from the entrance.
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Craft Axe Throwing
Experience the thrill of axe throwing in downtown Knoxville, TN, at Craft Axe Throwing! Fido is welcome to join you at this pet-friendly attraction featuring hatchet and tomahawk throwing. With ten targeted lanes, this location features ample space for your family and friends to partake in this exciting and popular activity.
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Nothing Too Fancy
Nothing Too Fancy is a locally-owned and operated gift shop and t-shirt boutique in Knoxville, TN. Your leashed pup is welcome to join you inside this pet-friendly store while you browse their selection of dog bandanas, hoodies, shirts, hats, wallets and other trinkets.
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Forks of the River Wildlife Management Area
Leashed dogs are welcome to join you at the pet-friendly Forks of the River Wildlife Management Area in Knoxville, TN. Enjoy two hiking trails and viewing the wildlife in the area. You can also take in the river views and find the popular sunflower fields with your furry friend. Please note that this area is also used for hunting.
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Smoky Mountain River Rat Tubing
Smoky Mountain River Rat offers a dog-friendly river tubing adventure on the beautiful Little River in Townsend, TN. Tubing with Fido is offered at Outpost A only, and dogs under 50 lbs are accepted. The purchase of a Dog Pass includes both a dog tube and a tether rental to connect their tube to yours. Fido must be leashed, comfortable in the water, and should be able to swim with ease. Dogs over 50 lbs are discouraged due to the risk of popping tubes. ***Be sure to bring your own doggy life jackets as they are not provided.***
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The General Store at Apple Valley Mountain Village
The General Store at Apple Valley Mountain Village in Townsend, TN is dog friendly. This popular country store offers 10,000 items to tourists looking for a piece of The Great Smoky Mountains to take home. Leashed dogs are welcome inside to peruse the selection of jams, jellies, preserves, honey butters and homemade fudge. There are also games, shirts, toys and hundreds of stuffed animals on display. Fido won't be left out while you're shopping, they even have an entire dog and pet section. Once you've found just the right souvenir, step outside and walk Fido along the 10-mile bike path that’s winds through the little mountain town, circles under the highway and ends up back at the store.
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Seven Islands State Birding Park
Dogs are welcome at Seven Islands State Birding Park in Kodak, TN, where there are a number of pet-friendly trails for you and Fido to enjoy. There are 190 species of bird that call the 416 acres of land adjacent to French Broad River their home. Dogs must be leashed at all times, including in the parking area. Dog and their owners are asked to stay on designated trails to protect ground-nesting birds and wildlife in the fields and woods on the property.
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House Mountain State Natural Area
House Mountain State Natural Area is dog friendly and occupies 525 acres of land in Corryton, TN. Designated in 1987, the park is known for huge sandstone boulders and views from the twin peaks of House Mountain itself. The Great Smoky Mountains and the upper Unaka Range can be seen on a clear day. Leashed dogs are welcome on designated trails.
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Cades Cove Cellars
Located in Townsend within the beautiful Smoky Mountains, Cades Cove Cellars is a dog-friendly winery, tasting room and production facility where Fido can join you inside for some samples. Free tastings of their award-winning wines are offered daily. Special events are held throughout the year; check their website for a current schedule.
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Carden Farm Dog Park
Carden Farm Dog Park in Clinton, TN is dog-friendly. Situated on a large 17-acre property, the park features separate enclosures for small and large dogs, obstacles, and a water fountain. Visitors will also find a walking trail on the property grounds.
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Big Ridge State Park
Bring Fido to explore the pet-friendly trails within Big Ridge State Park in Maynardville, TN. Located in the Appalachian mountain range, this park is home to a pretty lake, numerous campgrounds, and many trails that you can wander with your dog. Please leash and clean up after your pets.
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PetSafe Pistol Creek Dog Park
Bring Fido to meet four-legged friends at PetSafe Pistol Creek Dog Park in Maryville, TN. The park has separate sections for large and small dogs, a pavilion, benches, a dog-only fountain and waste stations.
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Blackberry Farm Brewery
Dogs are welcome to join you in the outdoor area at Blackberry Farm Brewery in Maryville, TN. Experience their lineup of Belgian-inspired beers inspired by the Old World, and enjoy a selection of Blackberry Farm cheeses, charcuterie and preserves. You'll also find a rotating lineup of local food trucks.
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Maryville-Alcoa Greenway
The Maryville-Alcoa Greenway is a multi-use trail that's a great place to walk Fido in Alcoa! The map below shows a parking area with convenient access to the Maryville-Alcoa 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.
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Round 6 Brewing
Round 6 Brewing is a dog-friendly craft brewery nestled in the foothills of the Smoky Mountains in Maryville, TN. The outdoor deck and lawn areas are great places to hang out on a hot day with your pooch and play some corn hole. Round 6 Brewing serve a range of interesting beer styles, including IPA and Cascadian Dark Ale. Hungry hounds can get themselves a bite at one of the visiting food trucks.
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Beal Park
Beal Park is a dog-friendly park in Louisville, TN. Leashed dogs are welcome on the 0.75-mile paved trail. Louisville Dog Park is located adjacent to the park.
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Green McAdoo Cultural Center
Green McAdoo Cultural Center is a dog-friendly museum and place of historical importance in Clinton, TN. Leashed dogs are welcome inside the museum, buildings, and classrooms but must remain well behaved and under your control. Green McAdoo Cultural Center teaches Civil Rights History and is devoted to telling the story of the Clinton 12. Follow the chronologically detailed story of the 1956 desegregation of Clinton High School in life-size pictures with dramatic narrative.
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Tri-Hop Brewery
Tri-Hop Brewery is a dog-friendly establishment serving locals and visitors to Maryville, TN. Leashed dogs are welcome to accompany you for an ice-cold beer beside a picnic table on the outdoor patio. Stop by to sample a glass of Spring Saison Farmhouse Ale, Pistol Creek Smoked Porter, or Motorcade American Pale Ale. Alongside a generous lineup of their own flavorful brews on tap, Tri-Hop Brewery have guest taps featuring great beer produced by neighboring breweries. Take your favorite drinks to-go and grab cans or bottles of Salted Caramel Pecan Brown Ale, Lil' Blondie Cider, Fresh Sticky Nugs IPA, or Lime Cucumber Gose.
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Louisville Dog Park
Louisville Dog Park is adjacent to Beal Park in Louisville, TN. There are separate fenced areas for small and large dogs and each section includes agility equipment, a dog water fountain, a digging pit, and a hose to rinse Fido off.
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