Dog Friendly Activities in Surf City, NC

Salty Turtle Beer Company is pet-friendly. This veteran owned and operated neighborhood brewery in Surf City, NC welcomes leashed dogs outside while their owners sample a delicious selection of craft beer on tap. Visitors are also able to bring food from nearby restaurants. Salty Turtle Beer Company is open every day of the week from 11am to 9pm.

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Hidden Ships Distillery

Surf City, NC

Hidden Ships Distillery

Hidden Ships Distillery is a pet-friendly bar in Surf City, NC, where Fido is welcome to join you at one of the outdoor tables on the patio. They offer a pre-prohibition era experience with fine spirits, custom vodka, rum, gin and bourbon, as well as seasonal and local options.

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Surf City Bark Park

Surf City, NC

Surf City Bark Park

Surf City Bark Park might be just what your dog needs! They’ll be sure to have a DOG-GONE good time socializing with other dogs or learning some new tricks and agility skills! Located right behind the Surf City Community Center, your four-legged friend is sure to have a PAW-sitively good time either at the park, or simply enjoying the small walking trail.

If your pup has had a 'ruff' day, what better place to relax than the beach?! Surf City beaches are dog-friendly. Keep them on a leash no longer than 10 feet long.

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Topsail Beach Dog Beach

Topsail Beach, NC

Topsail Beach Dog Beach

Enjoy a fun day at the pet-friendly Topsail Beach Off-Leash Dog Beach during the off-season in Topsail Beach, NC. Dogs must be on a leash from May 15th through September 30th. Additionally, all dogs must be on a leash from April 1 through September 30 of each year in the area designated as Coastal Barrier Resources System (CBRS) Unit L07 by the United States Fish and Wildlife Service and as clearly marked by the town. At other times dogs are required to be under voice command and can be off-leash. Owners must remove any waste left by dogs on the beach or in town.

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Topsail Island

Topsail Beach, NC

Topsail Island

Topsail Island is a dog-friendly beach community in Topsail Beach, NC. Dogs are allowed but must be on a leash from May 15th through September 30th. At other times of the year, pets must be under voice command but can explore off-leash. All pets must be cleaned up after. Activities in the area include several local eateries, relaxing on the shoreline and a myriad of water sports like boating and surfing.

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New Hanover County Arboretum

Wilmington, NC

New Hanover County Arboretum

New Hanover County Arboretum is a dog-friendly attraction in Wilmington, NC. The Arboretum features a variety of plants that grow in coastal areas as well as emerging trends in plant material. Leashed pets are welcome to visit the grounds.

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Onslow County Beach Access #2

North Topsail Beach, NC

Onslow County Beach Access #2

Onslow County Beach Access #2 is a pet-friendly access point to North Topsail Beach's stretch of sand. Dogs may not run free within Onslow Beach Recreation Area and must be kept on a leash no longer than 10 feet. Dogs are only allowed beach access at the Pet Beach located south of the Sand Dollar Shores Pavilion. Dog owners are reminded to clean up any mess that is left behind. Onslow County Beach Access #2 is open to the public every day of the week from 8am to 5pm.

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Entropy Boat Rentals

Wilmington, NC

Entropy Boat Rentals

Entropy Boat Rentals is a pet-friendly boat rental business in Wilmington, NC. Fido will love to swim, dig and play in the sand after the boat ride to a beach! Half and full-day rentals are available.

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Dog Park at Ogden Park

Wilmington, NC

Dog Park at Ogden Park

Fido will love a visit to the dog park inside Ogden Park in Wilmington, NC. This off-leash park is fully fenced giving Fido the chance to run and play freely.

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Learn to Blacksmith

Wilmington, NC

Learn to Blacksmith

'Learn to Blacksmith' is a pet-friendly Airbnb Experience hosted by Autumn. Fido is welcome to join you at this workshop so long as he does not mind being leashed up for the duration for his safety. Before you begin your hands-on experience, your host will review five to seven basic metal working techniques while using a coal-fired forge and bellows. You will then have the chance to create your own piece with guidance throughout the process. Your finished piece is yours to keep. Participants must be at least 18 years old. The experience lasts 5 hours and can accommodate up to 6 guests ages 18 and up. Rates start at $125 per person.

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The Sour Barn

Wilmington, NC

The Sour Barn

The Sour Barn is an extension of Broomtail Craft Brewery. The Sour Barn serves as a souring and barrel aging facility, where blends of our local yeasts and bacteria are put into action in crafting and creating our Sour Lineup. Their dog friendly tasting room offers 12 taps, wine and kombucha. They also have a weekly food truck, fire pits and outdoor heaters. The Sour Barn is open Tuesday to Thursday from 4pm to 10pm, Friday and Saturday from 12pm to 11pm, and Sunday from 12pm to 8pm.

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Figure Eight Island Beach

Wilmington, NC

Figure Eight Island Beach

Furry friends are invited to explore the beautiful 4.5 miles of Figure Eight Island beaches near Wilmington, NC. Leashed dogs are allowed to visit the gorgeous shores with their owners from May 15 through September 30. This private island can only be accessed by owners or vacation renters via boat or a guarded bridge.

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Wrightsville Beach

Wrightsville Beach, NC

Wrightsville Beach

Enjoy the sun and sand with Fido at the dog-friendly Wrightsville Beach in Wrightsville Beach, NC. Leashed pets are welcome on the beach during the off-season (October 1st to March 31st). Dogs must stay leashed during your visit.

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