Other Dog Activities in Montana

Tired of watching Fido run laps in the dog park? We’ve got the scoop on lots of other dog friendly attractions in Montana too. You’ll find information on all of the dog friendly wineries, boat rentals, botanical gardens, drive-ins, and other offbeat animal attractions in Montana here.

Pet Friendly Bannack State Park
Bannack State Park Dogs are welcome to join their owners as they explore Bannack State Park in Dillion, MT, the first Territorial Capital of Montana. The area that now encompasses the pet-friendly state park was also the site of Montana's first major gold discovery in 1862. Nowadays, you and Fido can take a wander down memory lane on one of the ghost walks or explore the area dressed up to appear like it would have back then. Your pooch can join you on a leash, as long as all mess is cleaned up after them. See Details
Pet Friendly Thirsty Street Brewing Company
Thirsty Street Brewing Company Thirsty Street Brewing Company is pet-friendly. Located in downtown Billings, Montana, this microbrewery offers a diverse selection of fresh brewed beer and a wine on tap. Chill with your pooch on the patio, where you can play games like shuffleboard together. Hungry hounds can enjoy Montana-made hot dogs, sausages and a variety of bar snacks. See Details
Pictograph Cave State Park Dog-friendly Pictograph Cave State Park in Billings, MT provides a great spot for pets and their owners to hang out. The oldest rock art in the cave is over 2,000 years old. The Pictograph, Middle, and Ghost caves at the park were home to prehistoric hunters and thousands of artifacts have been excavated over the years. Dogs and their owners can explore the trail that leads to the park, and imagine those that have walked there over the years. Pets must be on a leash and all mess cleaned up after them. See Details
Wayfarers / Flathead Lake State Park The Wayfarers area of the Flathead Lake State Park is pet friendly! There's a mixed forest to explore at this 67-acre park. You'll also notice the pretty wildflowers that sprawl across the open areas. This Bigfork park features nature walks over the rocky shoreline to the cliffs, popular among pets and owners searching for an excellent view of Flathead Lake. Pack a picnic to enjoy with your pup along the coastline. The day-use area is open all year round. See Details
Bunkhouse Brewery Bunkhouse Brewery in Bozeman, MT, is pet friendly. This super cute and hip brewery in Bozeman loves canine patrons. Located next to Montana State University, it prides itself on brewing unique, craft beer. Enjoy a pint with your pooch on the outdoor patio. See Details
Glacier Brewing Company Dog-friendly Glacier Brewing Company welcomes Fido to join you for some craft beer at their microbrewery in Polson, MT. Leashed dogs are welcome in the tap house and the fenced-in, outdoor beer garden. In addition to craft beer, they also produce hard seltzers and craft soda onsite. The property also features outdoor games, pinball, and live music. Food trucks can also sometimes be found onsite. Check their website for a list of current events. See Details
First Peoples Buffalo State Park Dogs are welcome to join their owners at First Peoples Buffalo State Park in Ulm, MT. Native people once wandered the interpretive trails with herds of bison. The main pet-friendly trail is guided, so you can give yourself a lovely tour of the history of the vast valleys and mountains, with a panoramic view to go with it. See Details
Greycliff Prairie Dog Town State Park Greycliff Prairie Dog Town State Park is a 98-acre, pet-friendly spot in Big Timber, MT. This destination offers you and your pup the chance to meet some prairie dogs from a distance, of course. Whip out your binoculars and gaze across the prairie at the packs of dogs going about their days. Fido must be on a leash for the duration of their visit. See Details
Whitefish Lake State Park Dogs are welcome to join their owners at the pet-friendly Whitefish Lake State Park in Whitefish, MT. The mature woodland is popular among visitors and their pups looking to check out the hiking and biking trail system around the park. Anglers and boat enthusiasts enjoy getting out on the water of the lake. Dogs must be on a leash for the duration of their visit and all mess must be cleaned up after them. See Details
Garnet Ghost Town Garnet Ghost Town in Missoula, MT, is pet friendly. This well preserved, former mining town is tucked into the mountain with camping facilities, a picnic area and fire pits. Leashed pets are welcome to walk around the town with their owners. See Details
Medicine Rocks State Park Medicine Rocks State Park in Ekalaka, MT, is pet friendly. You are welcome to bring your pooch with you to explore the are around the soft sandstone rock formations that have the appearance of giant blocks of Swiss cheese because of weathering. Wildlife lovers might run into mule, deer, antelope, woodhouse's toads, and sharp tailed grouse. Dogs must be on a leash for the duration of their visit and all mess must be cleaned up after them. See Details
Canyon Creek Brewing Canyon Creek Brewing in Billings, MT, is pet friendly. This great microbrewery has a dog-friendly outdoor patio area where you and your pooch can hang out, while you taste a brew. Be sure to check their website in advance, as there are often food trucks on site for a bite to eat. See Details
Giant Springs State Park Giant Springs State Park in Great Falls, MT is pet friendly. The namesake of the park, Giant Springs, was discovered by the Lewis and Clark Expedition in 1805 and is one of the largest freshwater springs in the country. The park is also home to Roe River, possibly the world's shortest river, and plenty of hiking trails to explore. Dogs must be kept on a leash throughout the park, and all mess must be cleaned up after them. See Details
Last Best Place Brewing Company If you and Fido are looking for a dog-friendly spot in Bozeman, MT, be sure to stop by Last Best Place Brewing Company! They have 14 different beers on tap. The brewery does not make food on site, but there are food trucks and restaurants nearby and Last Best Place keeps menus on hand for you to order from. There is a selection of board games to keep you entertained during your stay. See Details
Makoshika State Park Dogs are welcome at Makoshika State Park, a pet-friendly park in Glendive, MT. This recreation area is the largest of Montana's state parks at more than 11,000 acres. The park encompasses badlands containing dinosaur fossils and rock from the Hell Creek Formation, so if your pooch picks up a bone, it might be from over 200 millions years ago. See Details
Lone Pine State Park Lone Pine State Park in Montana is pet friendly! With 7.5 miles of trails to explore with your pup, this peaceful spot is a great place to relax and check out the bountiful wildflowers, wildlife and views of the Flathead Valley. The 270-acre park has a number of picnic shelters, so make sure you pack some lunch for Fido. See Details
Mission Mountain Winery Mission Mountain Winery is located on the West Shore of Flathead Lake, the largest natural freshwater lake west of the Mississippi. This pet-friendly winery produces 6,500 cases annually, using grapes from local vineyards and those in the nearby Rattlesnake Hills region of Washington state. Leashed dogs are welcome to visit this Dayton, MT, winery in the scenic outdoor seating area. See Details
West Shore / Flathead Lake State Park Leashed dogs are welcome to visit the pet-friendly West Shore at Flathead Lake State Park in Lakeside, MT. Visitors can enjoy fishing, boating, camping or a picnic! The rocky shoreline can be traversed on one of the trails located at the park, leading to pretty views of Flathead Lake and the Mission and Swan Mountain Ranges. See Details
Big Arm / Flathead Lake State Park Dogs are welcome to join their owners at Big Arm / Flathead Lake State Park in Big Arm, MT. This recreation area is located on Flathead Lake, the largest natural freshwater lake in the western United States. The vast body of water spans a massive 28 miles in length and 15 miles in width. Dogs are welcome throughout the park, as long as they are on a leash and all mess is cleaned up after them. See Details
Kootenai National Forest Bring Fido to explore the pet-friendly Kootenai National Forest in Libby, MT. Located in the Northwest corner of Montana and the Northeast corner of Idaho on the Canadian border, this park is full of winding trails to explore with your pup. One of the most popular hikes is the Little Ibex Trail. This breathtakingly beautiful hike will take about 8 hours to complete with Fido and offers visitors the chance to wander up snow-capped peaks and around alpine lakes. See Details
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