Dog Friendly Activities in Malvern, PA

There are 2 dog friendly activities in Malvern, and 100 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 Malvern.

Pet Friendly Natural Lands Willisbrook Preserve
Natural Lands Willisbrook Preserve Natural Lands Willisbrook Preserve in Malvern, PA, is a dog-friendly, 126-acre area that includes more than 20 acres of the Sugartown Serpentine Barrens, a rare ecosystem. These barrens support a diverse variety of plants, including serpentine aster, round-leafed fame flower, and warm-season grasses. Dogs are welcome as long as their humans keep them on leash at all times and pick up after them. See Details
Pet Friendly Chester Valley Trail
Chester Valley Trail The Chester Valley 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 Malvern! The map below shows a parking area with convenient access to the Chester Valley 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
Wissahickon Valley Park The Wissahickon Valley Park is dog-friendly! Wissahickon features more than fifty miles of rugged hiking trails winding through dense forests, open meadows, and shaded creeks. Fido can explore the entirety of the Park on a leash no longer than six feet. Wissahickon Valley Park is open from 6am to 11pm, daily. See Details
Wissahickon Valley Park (Forbidden Drive) The Wissahickon Valley Park (Forbidden Drive) is a multi-use trail that's a great place to walk Fido in Philadelphia! The map below shows a parking area with convenient access to the Wissahickon Valley Park (Forbidden Drive). 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
White Clay Creek State Park Leashed dogs are welcome at White Clay Creek State Park, a pet-friendly destination in Newark, DE. There are over 37-miles of trails in this park that you and Fido can explore. Within the park, many visitors and their dogs take to Chestnut Hill Trail, a moderately challenging mutli-use trail which leads hikers through heavily forested areas and across open meadows. Please remember to clean up after Fido. See Details
Bellevue State Park Leashed dogs are welcome at Bellevue State Park, a pet-friendly area steeped in rich history that overlooks the Delaware River in Wilmington, DE. Although Fido is not permitted in the historic buildings located in the park, you can enjoy the fitness track that circles a catch-and-release fishing pond stocked. The park also features numerous hiking trails that are popular for biking, hiking and cross-country skiing. See Details
Hopewell Furnace National Historic Site Hopewell Furnace National Historic Site is pet-friendly. Showcasing an early American industrial landscape from natural resource extraction to enlightened conservation, the park's 848 acres and historic structures illustrate the business, technology and lifestyle of the past. Dogs are welcome to join their owners on the pet-friendly trails around the historic buildings. Hopewell Furnace is open year round Wednesday through Sunday from 9am to 5pm. During summer season, the park is open every day of the week from 9am to 5pm. See Details
Blueprint Brewing Co Blueprint Brewing Co is pet-friendly. Harleysville's first brewery invites you to enjoy beer with your pooch. They serve great beer, gluten free and gluten full. Leashed dogs are welcome, as long as they are well-behaved. See Details
Wilmington Brew Works Wilmington Brew Works is a dog-friendly brewery housed in a former laboratory in Wilmington, DE. Fido is welcome to join you under the large pergola of the front patio, or a second patio replete with native plants. There is something for everyone, including beer, cider, and slushies. Snack on cheese spreads, hummus, crackers, popcorn, kettle chips, or pretzels. See Details
Carousel Bark Park Carousel Bark Park is located within pet-friendly Carousel Park & Equestrian Center in Wilmington, DE. Dogs can romp off-leash in a large open field and cool off in the pond. Dogs must be leashed until they reach the sign designating the entrance and need to respond well to voice commands since the park is not fenced. See Details
Natural Lands Stroud Preserve Natural Lands Stroud Preserve is a dog-friendly area in West Chester, PA, that consists of 571 acres of culturally and ecologically important land in Chester County. This rolling mosaic of once-pastured grasslands, working farmlands, and woodlands now serves as wildlife habitat and a unique site for research by the Stroud Water Research Center, one of the premier stream research labs in North America. The Stroud Preserve boasts more than nine miles of hiking trails. Dogs are welcome but must be on-leash at all times and owners must pick up after them. Open from dawn until dusk. See Details
West Mill Creek Park West Mill Creek Park in Narbeth, PA, is a beautiful. small and shady park that welcomes dogs off leash. There is a creek running along one side where dogs and people swim and play. Please note that it is not securely fenced off from the road. See Details
Struble Trail The Struble 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 Downingtown! The map below shows a parking area with convenient access to the Struble 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
Rockford Park Rockford Park is a popular, pet-friendly place to bring Fido in Wilmington, DE. The main attraction at this park is Rockford Tower, a 100-year-old water tower. The tower is set among rolling hills, wooded areas, and vistas that are ideal for wandering with your leashed pup. Make your way to the designated off-leash dog area so Fido can have some canine fun. Please note that the off-leash dog area is not fenced. See Details
Newlin Grist Mill Dogs are welcome on-leash in this historic park, which includes a 1704 water-powered mill, lovely wooded trails, and other historic sights. See Details
Ridley Creek State Park Pennsylvania State Parks welcome pets in designated areas. Pets are permitted in day-use areas, on designated sites in campgrounds, in designated cabins, camping cottages, and yurts, and all areas not otherwise closed to pets. Pets are prohibited in swimming areas, inside buildings, in non-pet overnight areas, or in any area designated as an area closed to pets. Because uncontrolled pets may chase wildlife or frighten visitors, pets must be physically controlled and attended at all times and on a leash, caged, or crated. See Details
John Heinz National Wildlife Refuge Pets are welcome at John Heinz National Wildlife Refuge. John Heinz is America's first urban refuge and was established to preserve the Tinicum Marsh and to promote environmental education. The Refuge features more than ten miles of trails. Dogs must be cleaned up after and leashed at all times during their visit. John Heinz National Wildlife Refuge is open year-round from sunrise to sunset, free of charge. See Details
Speelhoffer Dog Park Speelhoffer Dog Park is a large dog park in Pottstown, PA. The park is separated into two areas for Fido to play! Bring your pooch to play off-leash in this green space and meet local pups. See Details
Natural Lands ChesLen Preserve Natural Lands ChesLen Preserve is Coatesville, PA, is a dog-friendly, 1,263-acre private nature preserves featuring sweeping agricultural fields, densely wooded stream corridors, and rare serpentine barrens. There are many points on the property from which visitors can gaze for miles in any direction and see virtually no signs of modern development. In 2010, The Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (PA DCNR) designated portions of ChesLen Preserve—specifically the Unionville Barrens—as a “Pennsylvania Wild Plant Sanctuary.” The program encourages the conservation of natural areas and native plants, and recognizes private landowners who serve as models of good conservation and stewardship of these special resources. Dogs are welcome provided they are on-leash at all times and owners clean up after them. See Details
Pet Friendly Dog Bakery Pet Friendly Dog Bakery in Philadelphia welcomes dogs inside to choose a delicious treat. They offer organic treats for Fido, coffee and beverages for their humans, and a beautifully bright, airy space to spend quality time together. Whether you’re in the backyard dog park or lounging indoors, you’re sure to have a good time. See Details
Natural Lands Trust's Binky Lee Preserve Binky Lee Preserve is a 112-acre expanse of former agricultural land that is being converted back to natural woodlands and meadows. An exploration of the trails provides a wonderful introduction to natural area restoration techniques. The view from atop the hill offers a rare glimpse of Chester County past: undeveloped woodlands and fields in all directions.

Binky Lee Preserve includes four miles of hiking trails. Dogs are welcome provided they are on-leash at all times and owners clean up after them.

Natural Lands Trust is the greater Philadelphia region's oldest and largest land conservation organization and is dedicated to protecting the forests, fields, streams, and wetlands that are essential to the sustainability of life in eastern Pennsylvania and southern New Jersey. Since its founding in 1953, Natural Lands Trust has preserved more than 100,000 acres, including 42 nature preserves totaling more than 22,000 acres. Today, millions of residents enjoy the healthy habitats, clean air and water, bountiful recreational opportunities, and scenic beauty provided by the lands the organization has preserved. For more information, visit www.natlands.org.
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Elmwood Park Zoo Elmwood Park Zoo is pet-friendly. Located in Norristown, this zoo is one of the first in the country to allow dogs to regularly attend to meet the rest of the animal kingdom. Pups are welcome on Dog Days, Wednesdays and Fridays; and Yappy Hours, Thursday evenings. If you come along to Yappy Hour, there are food and drink specials to enjoy while you visit. Elmwood Park Zoo is open Wednesday through Friday from 10am to 3pm and Saturday to Sunday from 10am to 4pm. See Details
Stargazers Vineyard Stargazers Vineyard is pet-friendly. Located in the heart of southern Chester County, this vineyard was planted in1979 and produces a fine selection of wine that can be enjoyed on the luscious lawn and outdoor area with your pooch. Stargazers Vineyard is open Wednesday to Thursday from 12pm to 5pm, Friday to Saturday from 12pm to 6pm and Sunday from 12pm to 5pm. See Details
Bellefonte Brewing Co Brandywine Bellefonte Brewing Co Brandywine is pet-friendly. This nano brewery and tap room offers sixteen regular production beers on tap. Come and hang out with your leashed pooch inside and enjoy one of the trademark beverages. Bellefonte Brewing Co Brandywine is open Monday through Thursday from 5pm to 11pm, Friday from 3pm to 12am, Saturday from 12pm to 12am, and Sunday from 12pm to 7pm. See Details