Dog Friendly Activities in Alaska

Don’t leave Fido in the hotel room when you’re on vacation. Get out and play! No matter where you’re headed in Alaska, we can point you towards the nearest off-leash dog park, the most popular dog beach, a really great hiking trail, and lots of other places to play with Fido.

Danny J Ferry

Homer, AK

Danny J Ferry The tours around Homer and Halibut Cove with Danny J Ferry are pet friendly! Fido can join you at this attraction starting from the picturesque Kenai Peninsula town of Homer, AK. They offer a tour of Gull Island and a dinner cruise that takes you to the Saltry Restaurant for an evening meal. Well-behaved and leashed dogs are welcome to accompany you at no extra charge! See Details

49North Alaskan Adventures

Homer, AK

49North Alaskan Adventures 49North Alaskan Adventures is a year-round pet-friendly activity based in Homer, AK. Leashed dogs are welcome to join their humans on this tour. They offer scenic wildlife tours, a water taxi ride, and guided hiking in Kachemak Bay State Park. See Details

Onsite Brewing Company

Anchorage, AK

Onsite Brewing Company Onsite Brewing Company is a dog-friendly nanobrewery in Anchorage, AK. The mountain climbing-themed space welcomes leashed dogs. Order a flight and you're likely to discover many new favorites. Food trucks are on site occasionally. See Details

Black Spruce Brewing Company

Fairbanks, AK

Black Spruce Brewing Company Dog-friendly Black Spruce Brewing Company invite Fido to their enclosed outdoor patio in Fairbanks, AL. With your canine companion beside you, enjoy a can of Short Days Golden Ale, Aroma Dome IPA, or Vernal Buzz Milk Stout. Food trucks are often onsite and patrons are also welcome to bring take-out. Plan your next visit to coincide with Brewery Brunch, an event held every Saturday between 12pm and 3pm featuring brunch-inspired beer cocktails and local pastries. See Details

Crow Pass Trail

Eagle River, AK

Crow Pass Trail Crow Pass Trail is a dog-friendly hiking path located in Eagle River, AK. This 23-mile trail follows the Iditarod National Historic Trail and stretches from the Eagle River Nature Center to Crow Creek Trailhead in Girdwood, AK. While it is possible to complete the trail in a single day, most hikers allow two or three days to finish. You and Fido should be prepared for a beautiful yet rigorous hike among glaciers, mining ruins and abundant wildlife. Please note that the Crow Pass Trail requires crossing a river, which can be dangerous during certain times of the year. See Details

Denali State Park

Trapper Creek, AK

Denali State Park Denali State Park is a dog-friendly park in Trapper Creek, AK. Fido can join you in the park's 325,240 acres providing a great variety of recreational opportunities, ranging from roadside camping to wilderness exploration. Leashed pups are welcome as long as they are always with their owners. Unleashed dogs are allowed in the backcountry but must be within voice command. See Details

Big Delta State Historical Park

Delta Junction, AK

Big Delta State Historical Park Bring Fido to the dog-friendly Big Delta State Historical Park in Delta Junction, AK. Here, you'll find a beautiful little campground tucked beside a crystal clear river that offers great fishing opportunities and a peaceful place to spend the day. If you'd like to take a walk, check out the boardwalk that runs behind the campsite where you'll be able to view plant and animal life up close. Pets are welcome at state parks and campgrounds if leashed and accompanied by their owner at all times. Please clean up after your pet. See Details

Beaver Creek Wild and Scenic River

Fairbanks, AK

Beaver Creek Wild and Scenic River Fairbanks, AK's Beaver Creek Wild and Scenic River, is a stunning dog-friendly destination. You and Fido can hike the mountains or discover one of the trails closer to the creek. To access the river, you need to walk a limestone ridge. Camping spots can be found at one of the many gravel bars next to the river, and if Fido can stomach it, you can join one of the floating groups along the river! See Details

Iditarod National Historic Trail

Seward, AK

Iditarod National Historic Trail The dog-friendly Iditarod National Historic Trail system in Alaska extends from Seward in the south to Nome, a small community on the Bering Sea. Alaska’s sole National Historic Trail, the 2,300-mile network of winter trails evolved to connect Alaskan Native villages and became an established mail and supply route during Alaska’s Gold Rush. Today, the trail links communities and historic sites, and is well-known for the famous Iditarod Sled Dog Race. Begin the trail at Iditarod Historic Trail Statue Mile 0 in Seward, or navigate popular sections such as Johnson Pass Trail, Winner Creek Trail or Crow Pass Trail. Hikers seeking to explore Iditarod National Historic Trail should do so in winter but should be prepared for temperatures plunging as low as -40 degrees. In summer the trail is virtually unusable and many snowy paths turn to waterways. Timing a visit to coincide with the Iditarod Sled Dog Race is a great time to experience the rush of the trail and to learn about the local communities. See Details

Bering Land Bridge National Preserve

Nome, AK

Bering Land Bridge National Preserve Visit the dog-friendly Bering Land Bridge National Preserve in Nome, AK, a site of one of the most well-known stories of migration in human history. It also features the world's largest Maar lakes, roaming caribou and steaming hot springs. Dogs are allowed on the preserve but must be on a leash of six feet or less at all times. The preserve is vast and access is limited as there are no roads leading into it. During the summer months, access to the preserve is by small airplane, boat or foot. Winter access is primarily by bush planes on skis or dog sleds. Once there is adequate snow cover, access can also be made via snowmobile. The visitor center, located in Nome, can provide you with a list of permitted chartered air taxis and also has exhibits about the preserve, films and other interpretive programs. See Details

Dog Park at Arctic Benson Park

Anchorage, AK

Dog Park at Arctic Benson Park The dog park in Arctic Benson Park welcomes you to bring Fido to play with his pet companions! Thi Anchorage, AK, fenced-in dog park allows pups to play off-leash in safe space. See Details

Santa Claus House

North Pole, AK

Santa Claus House Bring Fido to the pet-friendly Santa Claus House in North Pole, AK. This holiday-themed village lets you and your pup roam the grounds outside. Although dogs aren't allowed inside, you can still enjoy a photo opportunity with the Christmas-themed building, Santa's sled, and World's Largest Santa, standing at an impressive 42 feet tall! See Details

Denali National Park & Preserve

Denali National Park, AK

Denali National Park & Preserve Bring Fido with you to experience the beauty of the pet-friendly Denali National Park & Preserve in Alaska! Pets are allowed in the park but must be on a leash 6' or shorter. Dogs may be walked along the park road, in parking lots, and on campground roads. Pups are not permitted on park trails, buses or the backcountry. See Details

White Mountains National Recreation Area

Fairbanks, AK

White Mountains National Recreation Area White Mountains National Recreation Area in Fairbanks, AK, is pet friendly! Leashed dogs can join their owners in this one-million-acre park with stunning scenery, peaceful solitude and outstanding opportunities for year-round recreation, including hiking, snowmobiling, snowshoeing, skiing, wildlife and scenic viewing. See Details

3 Friends Dog Park

Soldotna, AK

3 Friends Dog Park Take Fido for some play time at 3 Friends Dog Park in Soldotna, AK. The fenced-in, off-leash area covers one acre of land and is separated into two sections. One section is designated for larger, active dogs, while the other provides a safe spot for small, senior or physically-challenged dogs to exercise and socialize. The dog park features agility equipment, water stations, benches and waste bins. See Details

Sitka National Historical Park

Sitka, AK

Sitka National Historical Park Visit the pet-friendly Sitka National Historical Park in Sitka, AK. This ancestral home of Kiks exists today as a site preserving a historic battle between Russian invaders and indigenous people. Dogs are allowed on all of the trails and the grounds of the park. As with all National Parks, however, your pet must be kept on a leash of six or less feet. See Details

University Lake

Anchorage, AK

University Lake University Lake in Anchorage, AK, features designated off-leash trails for Fido to enjoy! These trails may be closed to off-leash use on a seasonal basis and will have a posted notice. Swimming by dogs and/or their people is prohibited to protect nesting birds and a very active beaver community. Beavers can be extremely aggressive during mating season and while protecting kits. See Details

Hiking Hidden Trails with Huskies

Fairbanks, AK

Hiking Hidden Trails with Huskies 'Hiking Hidden Trails with Huskies' is a pet-friendly Airbnb Experience hosted by Maliko. Tucked away on the backroads of Fairbanks, you'll find a gorgeous log cabin nestled in the woods. On five acres of wooded property and connected to trails all around, your host will take you through the beautiful boreal forests of Fairbanks, along with four legged guides, Earl and Tango. After the hike is over, check out the Alaskan log cabin in the woods and enjoy the pond on the property, a favorite watering hole for local moose. The experience lasts 2 hours and can accommodate up to 4 guests ages 10 and up. We will be hiking through some wet areas, with uneven footing. Please inform us of your normal physical activity level so we can plan accordingly. Rates start at $55 per person. See Details

Gates of the Arctic National Park and Preserve

Fairbanks, AK

Gates of the Arctic National Park and Preserve Bring your furry friend to the pet-friendly Gates of the Arctic National Park and Preserve in Fairbanks, AK. This area includes a national park, a national preserve, wild rivers, natural landmarks and more. Dogs can hike into the park with you but must be on leashes. The park's backcountry welcomes pets, but no manufactured trails exist, so ensure you're both adequately prepared. See Details

Hike Mount Baldy

Anchorage, AK

Hike Mount Baldy 'Hike Mount Baldy' is a pet-friendly Airbnb Experience hosted by Aprille. Mount Baldy is a 4.6 mile loop, starting from the parking lot and climbs moderately through somewhat rocky terrain. The main highlight is views of the inlet and surrounding mountains. Dogs and guests should be comfortable around children and other pups. The experience lasts 3 hours and can accommodate up to 8 guests ages 8 and up. Rates start at $25 per person. See Details