Dog Friendly Activities in Raleigh, NC

There are 44 dog friendly activities in Raleigh. 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 Raleigh.

Pet Friendly North Carolina Museum of Art
North Carolina Museum of Art North Carolina Museum of Art in Raleigh, NC, is pet friendly! There are 2.2 miles of trails that weave around the hilly park. Along the way, you and your leashed pup will come across a number of interesting sculptures. In addition, there are several doggie waste stations and water fountains along the trails. See Details
Pet Friendly Crank Arm Brewing Company
Crank Arm Brewing Company Crank Arm Brewing Company is pet-friendly. Leashed dogs are welcome to join their owners inside and out at this craft brewery and tasting room in downtown Raleigh. Their taps include classics and seasonal specialties to keep the tastebuds guessing. Crank Arm Brewing Company is open Monday through Thursday from 2pm to 11pm and Friday through Saturday from 12pm to 11pm. See Details
Dog Park at Carolina Pines Park Pets will love socializing off-leash at the fenced-in dog park at Carolina Pines Park in Raleigh, NC. This recreation area offers shade and drinking water to keep your pup cool while playing. Two separate spaces provide play areas for dogs of all abilities and elderly, infirm, small or shy dogs. See Details
Dog Park at Dorothea Dix Park Bring Fido to play with his pet companions off-leash at the dog park at Dorothea Dix Park in Raleigh, NC! This dog recreation area is located between the Big Field and Umstead Dr. The ample space is completely fenced and divided into small and large dog sections. Fido will find helpful amenities like water stations and natural shade inside. Ensure Fido is leashed while walking in the other areas of the community park. See Details
Saving Grace Supply Company Saving Grace Supply Company is a pet-friendly shop in Raleigh, NC. Leashed dogs can join their owners inside this store which sells pet food, locally baked treats, stylish apparel, toys and other quality products for pups. Best of all, the proceeds go towards the store's shelter to help rescue and care for dogs. See Details
Quail Ridge Books Quail Ridge Books welcomes dogs of all sizes at their pet-friendly shop in Raleigh, NC. Pick out a new novel as you browse the selection of books at Quail Ridge while Fido greets the welcoming staff. See Details
Lynnwood Brewing Concern Lynwood Brewing Concern is an award-winning brewery in Raleigh, NC, with a dog-friendly beer garden. Enjoy a delicious brew with Fido by your side! They also have a sister restaurant next door called Wilson's Eatery if you get hungry. See Details
Great Outdoor Provision Co. Leashed dogs are welcome to join shoppers at the Great Outdoor Provision Co. in Raleigh, NC. This pet-friendly store sells sporting goods, hiking gear, camping supplies, apparel, outdoor equipment and more. See Details
Swift Creek Bluffs Nature Preserve Swift Creek Bluffs Nature Preserve is pet friendly. Hop on these awesome trails that weave through the woods in Raleigh, NC, which are great for dogs. There are water and beach spots to get into the creek and uphill natural stairs for hiking. Canine companions will enjoy the section that pops out into the Lochmere golf course. See Details
Compass Rose Brewery Compass Rose Brewery has a dog-friendly indoor space as well as a covered, outdoor space where you can sample craft beers. There is usually food truck on site serving meals and snacks. Dogs are allowed inside and outside and the bar has dog bowls for water! See Details
West Street Dog Enjoy a drink while your pup romps in the indoor park at West Street Dog, a dog-friendly, off-leash dog bar in Raleigh, NC. Park memberships are available. All dogs who come to play must be current on Rabies, Distemper/Parvo, and 6-month Bordetella. Pups must be over six months of age and be spay/neutered. West Street Dog also offers boarding, dog daycare and bathing services. See Details
The Home Depot The Home Depot is a dog-friendly home improvement store in Raleigh, NC. Your leashed dog is welcome to join you peruse the aisles of tools, garden supplies and home goods. They love dogs at this location and may even offer Fido a treat! See Details
Clouds Brewing Taproom This dog-friendly taproom in Raleigh is one of three Clouds Brewing locations in the state of North Carolina. This location features Clouds Brewing's signature European-style lagers and ales. Leashed dogs are welcome at outside tables. The taproom holds Cause for Paws adoption events on select Saturdays. Please see their website for more details. See Details
Neuse River Greenway Bring your pup to the Neuse River Greenway, a paved pet-friendly trail spanning 27.5 miles in Raleigh, NC. You and Fido can experience scenic views of the water, walk the winding boardwalk through the wetlands and view historical sights. This trail is a segment of the Mountains-to-Sea Trail, a long-distance trail that runs across North Carolina from the Great Smoky Mountains to the Outer Banks. Please keep your dog leashed at all times. See Details
Oakwood Dog Park Oakwood Dog Park is a neighborhood off-leash dog park in Raleigh, NC. This recreation area is great for bringing your pup to play on a beautiful day. There are toys, plenty of fresh water buckets and friendly owners. Two fully-fenced areas provide play space for dogs of any size and for elderly, small or shy dogs. See Details
Sal's Branch Trail Sal's Branch Trail is an easy, 2.75 mile hike that will take about 1.5 hours to complete with Fido. Located within Umstead Park, this dog-friendly trail is a nice retreat for city dwellers. Bikes are not allowed on this trail, so you will have plenty of room to stay by your pup. Please note that dogs must be on a leash no longer than 6 feet. See Details
Dog Park at Buffaloe Road Athletic Park Bring Fido to the dog park at Buffaloe Road Athletic Park in Raleigh, NC, to play off-leash with his pet companions. The dog park features a fenced area for both large and small dogs, drinking fountains for dogs and humans, a wood chip base and shade. This recreation area is free to the public and is open daily. See Details
Lake Lynn Community Center Lake Lynn Community Center is a community center where the greenway trails are dog-friendly. Dogs are not allowed inside of the community center, fitness center, or courts. This community center provides the community with 2.8 miles of trails around Lake Lynn, for your leashed dogs to hike, walk, jog, and run with you. See Details
Lonerider Brewing Co Lonerider Brewing Co is pet friendly! This popular Raleigh, NC, brewery serves delicious brews for humans and has a great outdoor area for dogs to hang out with their owners. You can also bring your four-legged friend inside, as long as they are well-behaved and leashed. See Details
Dog Park at Millbrook Exchange Park The dog park within Millbrook Exchange Park offers three separately fenced areas for dogs of all abilities. The larger area provides play space for large or energetic pups, while the small dog area is reserved for elderly, small, or infirm pets. There is also a fenced, double-gated picnic shelter area in this Raleigh, NC, park. Fido is welcome to play off-leash in this space but must remain on a leash in the community park. See Details
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