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Dog Friendly Activities in Sterling, VA

There are 129 dog friendly activities within 20 miles of Sterling. 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 Sterling.

Pet Friendly Seneca Creek State Park

Seneca Creek State Park

Gaithersburg, MD

Seneca Creek State Park

Leashed dogs are allowed at Seneca Creek State Park, consisting of 6,300 acres that extend along 14 scenic miles of Seneca Creek towards the Potomac River in Gaithersburg, MD. There's an astonishing 50 miles of hiking trails around this pet-friendly park for you and Fido to enjoy, and one of the main attractions of the park is the 90-acre Clopper Lake surrounded by forests and fields.

Pet Friendly 8 Chains North Winery

8 Chains North Winery

8 Chains North Winery

8 Chains North is a dog-friendly boutique farm winery showcasing handcrafted, Old-World-style wines in Waterford, VA. Their philosophy: Great wines are made in the vineyard. The warm and inviting tasting room has stunning vineyard views. Dogs are welcome inside and outside at the winery, and there's even a fenced off-leash area for your dog to run and frolic with other friendly canines! Open year-round, the winery offers an extensive patio during the season, and a roaring fireplace in the cold-weather months. Their friendly and knowledgeable staff looks forward to making your visit a truly memorable one.

Glencarlyn Park Off Leash Area

Glencarlyn Park Off Leash Area

Glencarlyn Park in Arlington, VA, includes an off-leash area for Fido. It's located near a wooded area with a rocky creek. Bring Fido to cool off on a hot day or let him meet other pups. Be careful as the park is not fenced.

Old Bust Head Brewing Company

Old Bust Head Brewing Company

Old Bust Head Brewing Company is an independent, solar-powered microbrewery in Warrenton, VA brewing traditional ales and lagers. Dogs are welcome to join you at outdoor tables on the covered patio between the taproom and production area. Rotating food trucks are often available.

Fair Winds Brewing Company

Fair Winds Brewing Company

Fair Winds Brewing Company is pet-friendly. This low-key brewery in Lorton, VA is home to an air-conditioned tasting room and rotating food truck schedule for peckish pups and their people. Dogs are allowed to join you inside and out on the patio. Water bowls are available for thirsty canine patrons. Fair Winds Brewing Company is open Monday to Tuesday from 3pm to 9pm, Wednesday to Thursday from 3pm to 10pm, Friday to Saturday from 12pm to 10pm, and Sunday from 12pm to 7pm.

Aslin Beer Company

Aslin Beer Company

Aslin Beer Company is a dog-friendly brewery in Herndon, VA. Fido is welcome to join you on the beer garden patio at a picnic table. There are 18 draft brews to choose from and the Bun'd Up food truck serves handhelds daily.

Ellanor C. Lawrence Park

Centerville, VA

Ellanor C. Lawrence Park

Ellanor C. Lawrence Park is a dog-friendly, 650-acre park in Centerville, VA. The park has approximately four miles of trails for hiking, bird watching, jogging and walking in upland and bottomland forest and along meadows, one trail of which forms a loop around a large pond. Trail maps are available at the Walney Visitor Center. Please note that dogs are not permitted inside buildings.

Great Falls Park

Great Falls Park

Dogs are welcome to join their owners at Great Falls Park in McLean, VA. The trails at this pet-friendly park will lead you to an amazing view from the top, and there are several different trails you can explore with your leashed pup.

Blooms Park

Manassas Park, VA

Leashed dogs are welcome at Blooms Park in Manassas Park, VA. This pet-friendly park offers 4.25 miles of challenging trails to enjoy while connecting with nature. A variety of wildlife call the park home, so please remain alert, stay on the trails and keep dogs leashed at all times.

Cub Run Stream Valley Park

Centreville, VA

Cub Run Stream Valley Park

Cub Run Stream Valley Park is an 800-acre wooded flood plain offering pet-friendly trails that are mostly paved. Located in Centreville, VA, leashed dogs can enjoy approximately five miles of trails with you and take a dip in the creek that runs through this quiet, peaceful park.

Dog Park at Chandon Park

Dog Park at Chandon Park

Loved by visiting pups and locals in Herndon, VA, the dog park at Chandon Park offers separate fenced areas for small and large dogs to enjoy some off-leash exercise. Park amenities include a water supply, lots of trees for shade, waste bags, benches for owners and plenty of squirrels to chase.

Merrifield Garden Center Dog Park

Gainesville, VA

Merrifield Garden Center Dog Park

The Merrifield Garden Center Dog Park welcomes Fido to enjoy some off leash exercise before browsing the aisles at this pet-friendly garden center in Gainesville, VA. Located outside in the parking lot, this small dog park features a mulch terrain, bushes and picnic tables. Waste bags, tennis balls and water bowls are also available. Leashed dogs are welcome to shop inside the store as well.

Bark Social

Bark Social is the first social club for dogs and dog lovers in North Bethesda, MD. You can relax, enjoy a great beverage, and treat everyday like it’s a block party with pups! The Bethesda location is in the Pike & Rose shopping center right off Rockville Pike and the club itself includes over 25,000-sq ft where Bark Rangers patrol and supervise play and cleanup. They also have a climate-controlled clubhouse, equipped with TVs for game day, free WiFi, 20+ beers on tap, and a retail shop where you can purchase swag, treats, toys and more. Guest day passes and monthly passes are available for purchase or join the club and get access to over $1,500 in perks and discounts!

Lake Accotink Trail

Springfield, VA

Lake Accotink Trail

Lake Accotink Trail in Springfield, VA is pet friendly. The trail on the north side of the lake, as well as the paved trail downstream from the lake, are part of the Gerry Connolly Cross County Trail which traverses Fairfax County. To protect the forest habitat, users should stay on established trails and avoid creating new ones. Dogs must be leashed and all mess cleaned up after them.

Lake Accotink Park

Springfield, VA

Lake Accotink Park

Lake Accotink Park is a pet-friendly public recreation area in Springfield, VA. The 493-acre park includes a 4-mile paved walking trail, a 55-acre lake for water sports, and lots of green space for picnics or relaxing by the lake. Dogs must be leashed and cleaned up after.

Manassas National Battlefield Park

Manassas National Battlefield Park

Dog-friendly Manassas National Battlefield Park, located north of Manassas, VA preserves the site of two major American Civil War battles. The peaceful Virginia countryside bore witness to clashes between the armies of the North (Union) and the South (Confederacy), and it was there that Confederate General Thomas J. Jackson acquired his nickname "Stonewall." Today, the National Battlefield Park provides the opportunity for visitors to explore the historic terrain where men fought and died more than a century ago. Bring Fido for a stroll on the historic grounds, which features historical structures, markers and statues.

Sugarloaf Mountain Vineyard

Sugarloaf Mountain Vineyard

A dog-friendly winery, Sugarloaf Mountain Vineyard in Dickerson, MD is a great place to stop for a relaxing wine and cheese pairing. You and your leashed pup are welcome to enjoy a seat on the outdoor patio featuring cafe tables, string lights and a fire pit. Sample their famous, award-winning Bordeoux-style wines while taking in scenic vineyard views.

Fountainhead Regional Park

Fairfax Station, VA

Fountainhead Regional Park

Discover pet-friendly Fountainhead Regional Park with Fido in Fairfax Station, VA. Whether you’re a cyclist, kayaker or hiker, enjoy 2,000 acres of rugged adventures with your pup in tow. There are shared-use hiking and equestrian trails and trailhead access to the 19.7-mile Bull Run Occoquan Trail. Leashed dogs are welcome on the trails.

Chrysalis Vineyards

Chrysalis Vineyards

Pet-friendly Chrysalis Vineyards welcomes leashed dogs to explore the grounds with you and enjoy a seat on their outdoor patio in Middleburg, VA. Take in the scenic views while sipping on a glass of wine. You can also enjoy a light bite of hummus and crackers, paninis, or pizza from Little River Bakehouse on site. Please leash and clean up after your pets during your visit.

Stone Tower Winery

Stone Tower Winery

Perched atop scenic Hogback Mountain, Stone Tower Winery consists of 306 acres of rolling vineyards in Leesburg, VA. The dog-friendly Harvest Barn tasting room offers visitors plenty of space both inside and outside to sample chardonnay, pinot noir, and sauvignon blanc, among others. All group tastings and tours must be scheduled. Call for details and hours.

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