Dog Friendly Activities in Swarthmore, PA

There’s 1 dog friendly activity in Swarthmore, and 169 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 Swarthmore.

Pet Friendly Ship Bottom Brewery
Ship Bottom Brewery Ship Bottom Brewery in Swarthmore, PA is a great spot to hang out and enjoy the company of others. This dog-friendly brewery serves its craft beer at multiple location, including this one which is known as the Blendery & Barrel House. The craft brewery produces a variety of drinks, including sours, IPAs, lagers, ciders and hard seltzers. See Details
Pet Friendly Wissahickon Valley Park
Wissahickon Valley Park Bring Fido to the pet-friendly Wissahickon Valley Park in Philadelphia, PA! This recreation area features more than 50 miles of rugged hiking trails winding through dense forests, open meadows and shaded creeks. Your pup can explore the entirety of the park on a leash no longer than six feet. See Details
Wissahickon Valley Park Trail System The Wissahickon Valley Park Trail System 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 Trail System. Rails-to-Trails Conservancy has generously provided map data for this dog-friendly trail to Bring Fido for informational purposes only. For more detailed trail information, please visit TrailLink.com. See Details
Stroud Preserve The 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. This recreation area boasts more than nine miles of hiking trails. Dogs are welcome but must be leashed at all times and owners must pick up after them. See Details
Bellevue State Park Bellevue State Park is a pet-friendly area steeped in rich history that overlooks the Delaware River in Wilmington, DE. Although Fido isn't permitted in the historic buildings located in the park, you can enjoy the fitness track that circles a catch-and-release fishing pond. The area also features numerous hiking trails popular for biking, hiking and cross-country skiing. 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
Historic New Castle Bring Fido for a stroll through Historic New Castle in Delaware. Tour the streets of the New Castle National Historical Landmark District and the historic gardens. Leashed dogs are welcome outside but not are not permitted inside the museums or Visitor Center. There are also several taverns and restaurants in town with dog-friendly outdoor seating. Be sure to call ahead or ask the hosts first before entering with Fido. See Details
Liquid Alchemy Beverages Liquid Alchemy Beverages is a craft meadery in Wilmington, DE. Fido is welcome to join you at a table on the outdoor patio or inside their taproom. A variety of meads and ciders made predominantly with locally sourced ingredients are available. Check social media for their food truck schedule. See Details
Pet Friendly Dog Bakery Pet Friendly Dog Bakery in Philadelphia, PA welcomes dogs inside to choose a delicious treat. They offer organic treats for Fido in 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
Wissahickon Brewing Company Wissahickon Brewing Company is a dog-friendly brewery in Philadelphia, PA. Fido is welcome to join you inside the taproom and on the outdoor patio. Spent grain dog treats are available for purchase and water bowls are readily available in multiple locations. Humans will be delighted with the draft list, which includes 11 beer options as well as strawberry daiquiris, lemonade slushies, pineapple cider, kombucha, and wine. Light snacks such as pickles, chips, pretzels, peanuts, beef jerky, and beer grain granola are available. Rotating food trucks throughout the week. See Details
West Mill Creek Park West Mill Creek Park in Narbeth, PA, is a beautiful, small, and shady pet-friendly park that welcomes dogs off-leash. A creek runs along one side of the recreation space where dogs and people swim and play. Please note that this park is not securely fenced off from the road. See Details
Philadelphia's Magic Gardens Philadelphia's Magic Gardens is a pet-friendly visionary art environment, gallery and community arts center in Philadelphia, PA. This art installation preserves, interprets and provides access to Isaiah Zagar's unique mosaic art environment and his public murals. This site is Zagar's largest artwork and includes a fully-tiled indoor space and a massive outdoor mosaic sculpture garden that spans half a block on Philadelphia's famous South Street. Your leashed pup is welcome to join you. See Details
Valley Forge National Historical Park The Valley Forge National Historical Park, located in King of Prussia, PA, is the site of the 1777-1778 winter encampment of the continental army during the American Revolutionary War. Bring Fido along to explore this pet-friendly park that features 26 miles of authorized trails over 3600 acres that are used for historical purposes, tours, hiking, biking and running. Dogs must be leashed at all times and you must clean up after your pet. Only service animals are allowed inside buildings. See Details
Independence National Historical Park Independence National Historical Park in Philadelphia, PA, is dog friendly in its outdoor areas! While pets are not allowed inside buildings on park grounds, they can participate in outdoor activities such as "Walk in Oney's Footsteps" at the President's House Site and "Pose Like the Signer" at Signers Garden. Fido must remain on a leash no longer than six feet during the entirety of his visit. Most of the grounds are open 24 hours a day to pedestrians. See Details
Fort Mott State Park Leashed dogs are welcome to join their owners at the pet-friendly Fort Mott State Park in Pennsville, NJ. The fort was constructed in 1896 in readiness for the Spanish-American War. You and Fido can learn about the area together on the interactive trails while looking out over the Delaware River. Please remember to clean up after your pup. See Details
Bark Social Bark Social is a dog-friendly social club for pups and humans to enjoy together in Philadelphia, PA. Here, furry friends can enjoy the off-leash dog park while humans treat themselves to a beverage. There is also a menu for both dogs and their owners if anyone is feeling hungry. Passes are required to visit this dog park, so check out their website for more information! See Details
Timber Creek Dog Park The Timber Creek Dog Park in Blackwood, NJ, is a nine-acre fenced dog recreation area for off-leash play featuring tons of trees for shade. Check out the pond near the dog park for a leashed swimming session! See Details
Dog Park at Schuylkill River Park The dog park at Schuylkill River Park in Philadelphia, PA, features separate areas for small and large pups to exercise and play off-leash. This fenced recreation space also includes biodegradable waste bags and fountains. Fido must be on a leash before returning to the larger community park. See Details
Pennypack Trail The Pennypack 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 dog-friendly "rail-trail" is now a great place to walk Fido in Philadelphia! The map below shows a parking area with convenient access to the Pennypack 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
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