Dog-Friendly Activities in Stumpy Point, NC

There are 20 dog-friendly activities within 20 miles of Stumpy Point. 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 Stumpy Point.

Pet Friendly Bodie Island Light Station
Bodie Island Light Station Bodie Island Light Station in Nags Head is pet-friendly. Dogs are welcome to join their owners in the grounds of this historic lighthouse. Dogs are not allowed inside anymore, despite the lighthouse once being the stomping ground of a Chesapeake Bay Retriever named Chess who used to climb the tower every day with his owner, the last civilian-era keeper of the lighthouse. See Details
Pet Friendly Outer Banks Distilling
Outer Banks Distilling Outer Banks Distilling is the first legal distillery on the Outer Banks of North Carolina, making their mark by distilling small-batch rum from the Graveyard of the Atlantic. Leashed, well-behaved dogs are welcome inside this pet-friendly distillery, located in historic downtown Manteo. They offer Kill Devil Rum tastings and tours on site, where you can purchase your own bottle of our award-winning rum. See Details
Nags Head Beach Bring Fido to splash around in the water and roll around in the warm sand of the pet-friendly beach in Nags Head, NC. Year-round, owners are welcome to bring their furry friends for a day at the beach as long as they're restrained by a leash not exceeding 10 feet. See Details
Cape Hatteras National Seashore Take your four-legged companion for a splash at the pet-friendly Cape Hatteras National Seashore in Manteo, NC. This recreation area allows leashed dogs on all beach areas except those stated as swimming beaches. Pups are also allowed on the grounds surrounding the Bodie Island Lighthouse, the boardwalk and the nature trail. Note that dogs are not permitted inside any buildings. See Details
Jockey's Ridge State Park Jockey's Ridge State Park in Nags Head, NC, welcomes leashed dogs. Some trails will take you into multiple environments, including wetlands, sandy beaches and grassy dunes. While this pet-friendly park also allows dogs on the sand dunes, note that sand spurs are present (ouch!). The sand can also reach temperatures 30 degrees higher than the air temperature, so ensure that Fido's paws are protected and water is always available during hotter months. See Details
Elizabethan Gardens Leashed dogs can join their humans at the Elizabethan Gardens in Manteo, NC. Tour the various beautiful gardens, relax with a picnic and enjoy the statues scattered throughout the property. Dogs must be leashed at all times. Only one dog per adult is permitted in the garden. First-time visitors with dogs must fill out paperwork and show proof of vaccinations. See Details
Fort Raleigh National Historic Site Fort Raleigh National Historic Site preserves England's initial New World settlements in Manteo, NC from 1584-1590. You can bring Fido along while you explore the historic area, which features a 1.25-mile dog-friendly trail through a maritime forest with views of the Croatan Sound. Then, loop back via a short 0.3-mile loop to a sandy shoreline, which features interpretive signs about local history and Algonquian practices. See Details
Kitty Hawk Kites The beach town Nags Head in North Carolina is home to the pet-friendly Kity Hawk Kites. These dog lovers welcome kite lovers to come and peruse the aisles of their eclectic store full of all things to get you high, in the sky that is. In addition to all the great outdoor goods, they also stock dog treats to keep Fido happy while you're inside. See Details
Capital Air Express Capital Air Express is a pet-friendly tour company based in Manteo, NC. During your dog-friendly tour, you'll hear stories, legends and tidbits that only a local would know from high above the ground where the Wright Brothers first took flight. Well-behaved dogs are welcome to fly uncrated, as long as they’re calm and comfortable in the air. All other pets must be secured in an appropriate crate or carrier. Be sure to notify the team in advance if you're bringing a pet, as some animals may require extra paperwork or special accommodations for the flight. See Details
Kitty Hawk Kites This pet-friendly Kitty Hawk Kites location in Nags Head, NC, is open seasonally to you and your pup. Dogs are welcome to join their owners while perusing the aisles of their eclectic store. In addition to all the great outdoor goods, they also stock dog treats to keep Fido happy while you're inside. See Details
Oregon Inlet 4WD Beach Dogs are welcome at this 4-wheel drive beach across the street from Oregon Inlet Fishing Center in Nags Head, NC. All of the beach rules are posted on a sign at the drive-on entrance. There is plenty of space for fetch and swimming with your pup. Be sure to stay off the turtle nesting areas, which are clearly marked. See Details
Manteo Historic Walking Tour Take a evening stroll with Fido on the dog-friendly Manteo Historic Walking Tour in Manteo, NC. You'll see the beautiful historic waterfront of Old Manteo and explore 450+ years of living history. You'll hear stories of The Lost Colony, Pirates, The Underground Railroad, The Wright Brothers, and the modern ere from your tour guide, the retired Police Chief D'Ambra. The tour meets on the corner of Budleigh Street and Queen Elizabeth Avenue. Tickets are per person and tours run seasonally. Check their website for current schedule. See Details
Kitty Hawk Kites Kitty Hawk Kites is a dog-friendly outdoor activity store located in Manteo on Roanoke Island, North Carolina. These dog lovers welcome kite lovers to come and peruse the aisles of their eclectic store full of all things to get you high, in the sky that is. In addition to all the great outdoor goods, they also stock dog treats to keep Fido happy while you're inside. See Details
Sweetgum Swamp to Blueberry Ridge Trail Sweetgum Swamp To Blueberry Ridge Trail is pet-friendly. This loop trail is just under 3.5 miles in length and is rated as moderately difficult. During spring, dogs will have the chance to stop and sniff the wildflowers that line the trail. Dog owners are reminded to clean up any mess that is left behind by pups. See Details
US Ghost Adventures Outer Banks You and Fido are invited to embark on an unforgettable nightly ghost tour with dog-friendly US Ghost Adventures, available year-round in Manteo, NC. Dive deep into the eerie history of the area with expert local guides on a 1-mile route leading you through the city’s most haunted and historic spots with your leashed pup. See Details
Bough and Vine Bough and Vine is a pet-friendly curated garden shop in Manteo, NC. Well-behaved dogs are welcome to join you inside as you browse their selection. Offerings include indoor and outdoor ornamental plants, custom-designed t-shirts and goods, plant accessories, and more. See Details
Outer Banks National Scenic Byway Outer Banks National Scenic Byway is a pet-friendly road trip down North Carolina's Outer Banks. The road is 138 miles on land and 25 miles through the water on a ferry. Road trippers will pass by 21 coastal villages, each with their own charming attractions, restaurants and places to stay. The trip can take between 5-6 hours to complete if you don't stop along the way. See Details
Alligator River National Wildlife Refuge Alligator River NWR, a pet-friendly destination on Albemarle Peninsula, NC, safeguards rare pocosin wetlands, dense with shrubby vegetation and peat layers. It also preserves swamp forest and marshes, fostering diverse wildlife like black bear, otter and red wolves, with two accessible half-mile trails in serene settings. Visiting dogs must be properly confined and on a leash (10-foot maximum). See Details
Take Two Catamaran Tours Take Two Catamaran Tours in Manteo, NC offers evening sunset tours for groups of up to six guests. This pet-friendly tour company invites Fido to join you out on the water for a catamaran cruise. You may even get to meet their full-time resident dog and cat, Rudder and Mango. Check their website for group tour details. See Details
Sam & Winston Sam & Winston is a small family-run business in Manteo, NC. The store's name is inspired by the owner's golden retriever, Sam, whose best friend is her grandson, Winston. Sheila, the owner, thinks that there is no better symbol of her simple, timeless ideals than a boy and his dog. Fido might bump into Sam while you look through the fine art, home and living items. See Details

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