Dog-Friendly Activities in Lexington, SC

There are 3 dog-friendly activities in Lexington, and 25 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 Lexington.

Pet Friendly Hazelwood Brewing Company
Hazelwood Brewing Company Located in downtown Lexington, Hazelwood Brewing Company is a pet-friendly brewery that offers indoor and outdoor seating. They feature up to 10 seasonal, farm-inspired beers on tap and have wine and snacks available daily. On the weekends you may find food trucks are onsite for easy lunch and dinner options, or order take out from a local eatery. When the weather is chillier, gather around the stylish fire pits to warm up with your pup. See Details
Pet Friendly Craft Axe Throwing
Craft Axe Throwing Furry friends are welcome to join you at the dog-friendly Craft Axe Throwing in Lexington, SC. Hatchet and tomahawk throwing are available at this local attraction, which features ample space for many people to participate in this thrilling activity. Visitors can also enjoy cold craft beers and other fun games. See Details
Love's Travel Stop Love's Travel Stop in Lexington, SC, 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 a convenient waste station. See Details
Riverfront Park & Historic Columbia Canal Bring Fido to explore the pet-friendly Riverfront Park & Historic Columbia Canal in Columbia, SC. This completely paved walk goes along Columbia Canal as it meets with Broad River. The walk is 2.5 miles long each way and ends at the dam. Leashed dogs are welcome. See Details
Dreher Island State Park The pet-friendly Dreher Island State Park, located on Lake Murray in Prosperity, SC, is made up of three islands linked to the mainland by a causeway and two bridges. Twelve miles of shoreline offer opportunities for boating, fishing, hiking and camping. Pets are allowed in most outdoor areas, provided they are on a leash under six feet and cleaned up after. See Details
Mast General Store Mast General Store is a dog-friendly shop in Columbia, SC. Your leashed pup is welcome to join you inside while you shop. Dog bowls are usually around in case your pup gets thirsty, and make sure to ask the staff for a treat! See Details
Little Mountain Unlimited Antique Mall & Cafe The dog-friendly Little Mountain Unlimited Antique Mall & Cafe in Little Mountain, SC, has 70 dealers in over 20,000 square feet of space. Fido is welcome inside to shop alongside you as long as he's leashed. Just be mindful of their "you break it, you bought it" policy. See Details
Harbison State Forest Harbison State Forest is pet-friendly. Encompassing over 2,000-acres of forestland only nine miles from downtown Columbia, the unique urban location makes Harbison one of the largest public greenspaces inside the city limits of a metropolitan area in the country. Dogs are welcome on a number of trails throughout the natural area, including the 4.4-mile Firebreak trail and shorter trails for novice hikers. Leashed dogs are welcome throughout. See Details
Papa Jazz Record Shoppe Fido is welcome to accompany you on a visit to Papa Jazz Record Shoppe, a dog-friendly music store local to Columbia, SC. Leashed dogs can venture inside and help you track down your favorite records and artists from the archives. See Details
NoMA Bark Park The 1.5-acre NoMA Bark Park in the heart of downtown Columbia, SC has separated large and small dog play areas, shade trees, resting benches, doggy playground equipment, water fountains and pet waste stations. Dogs are required to be spayed/neutered and current on vaccinations. While this is a non-profit, members-only park, arrangements can be made for visitors to visit the park if they contact the park in advance and provide the necessary vet records. See Details
Dog Park at Page Ellington Park The dog park at Page Ellington Park (BullStreet District), located in Columbia, SC, is a fully-fenced area that includes shady benches and water for the pups. The rest of Page Ellington Park features running and walking paths, shelters, and a natural water habitat featuring a two-acre pond, and leashed dogs are welcome throughout the park. See Details
Modern Companion Pet Boutique Modern Companion Pet Boutique is pet-friendly. Dog owners know that their best friends are more than just pets, they are lifelong companions. This community-driven lifestyle pet brand creates and curates products for stylish pets and their humans. The brick and mortar store in Chapin, South Carolina carries their own products along with other stylish and well-known brands. See Details
Saluda Shoals Park Saluda Shoals Park is a large recreation area in Columbia, SC. This pet-friendly hangout welcomes leashed dogs to explore with their owners along the walking trails, unwind for a picnic, and take in the river view from a bench. Furry companions with annual passes are also welcome to visit the Barking Lot Dog Park. Admission prices may apply. See Details
Craft Axe Throwing Experience the thrill of axe throwing in Columbia, SC at Craft Axe Throwing! This pet-friendly attraction boasts 17 targeted lanes with ample space, so you can enjoy an exciting night of hatchet and tomahawk throwing with your canine friend. Leashed and well-behaved pups are welcome. See Details
Crooked Creek Park Leashed pups are welcome to join you at the dog-friendly Crooked Creek Park in Chapin, SC. You and Fido can explore the shaded trails and picnic areas throughout this beautiful park. See Details
Memorial Park Dog-friendly Memorial Park, located in Columbia, SC, is dedicated to the memory of those who have fought and died in service to their country. With winding paths, benches and flowering bushes, this seven-acre park has become a popular place to spend an afternoon. The Vietnam Memorial Monument features two freestanding granite walls inscribed with the names of South Carolinians killed or lost in action in Vietnam. There is also a War Dog Memorial dedicated to the handlers and dogs who served in Vietnam and other wars. Leashed dogs are welcome. See Details
Soda City Market Soda City Market is Columbia’s weekly Main Street event inspired by traditional European street markets. In partnership with Founders Federal Credit Union, we’re open every Saturday morning 9 AM –1 PM, year-round, rain or shine. Dogs must be kept on a leash at all times. See Details
Columbia Doggie Park Dogs are welcome to play off leash at the Columbia Doggie Park in Columbia, SC, which has drinking water available. This fenced pup recreation area is right beside the Columbia City animal shelter and even features a doggie pond! The annual pass gives you unlimited access to the park and pond and a park tag for your dog's collar. The same requirements of up-to-date shots and proof of having been spayed/neutered apply for admission. See Details
Columbia Craft Brewing Company Fido is welcome to join you for a beer at Columbia Craft Brewing Company, a dog-friendly establishment local to Columbia, SC. Dogs are permitted beside tables on the outside patio where fire pits will keep you comfortable in cooler temperatures. Columbia Craft produce a range of award-winning cutting edge brews which carry the core values of this exciting microbrewery; quality, sustainability and innovation. Stop by to sample the Carolinian; a 2020 GABF Gold Medal Winner, or the unique Alien Hat; a tangy Watermelon Sour Ale. Pull up a stool and discover your new favorite craft beer. See Details
Palmetto Outdoor Check out the pet-friendly Palmetto Outdoor, a recreation center in West Columbia, SC. They offer tubing rentals for dogs and their owners on the Congaree River. The tubing trips take around three hours and cover two miles, which can vary depending on the water levels and weather. Dogs are only allowed on the Deluxe Tubing Package. See Details
Lexington, SC, US