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    Dog Friendly Hiking Trails in Avery Creek, NC

    There’s 1 dog-friendly hiking trail in Avery Creek, and 35 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 Avery Creek.

    Pet Friendly Pine Tree Loop Trail

    Pine Tree Loop Trail

    Avery Creek, NC
    Pine Tree Loop Trail The dog-friendly Pine Tree Loop Trail is located in Bent Creek Experimental Forest in Avery Creek, NC. It's an easy, 2-mile hike that will take about 1 hour to complete with Fido. This popular trail is wide enough to let bikers easily pass and offers plenty of stream crossings for your dog to splash in. Come during the week, or the off season, to avoid the larger crowds. See Details
    Pet Friendly North Carolina Arboretum

    North Carolina Arboretum

    Asheville, NC
    North Carolina Arboretum The North Carolina Arboretum is a 434-acre natural treasure with 65 acres of cultivated gardens and 10 miles of dog-friendly hiking and biking trails adjacent to the Bent Creek Experimental Forest in Asheville, NC. The trails are rated easy to difficult, and leashed dogs are allowed on all of them. Dogs are not, however, allowed in any of the buildings and some of the gardens. An entry fee does apply to visitors. See Details

    Triple Falls and High Falls Trails

    Pisgah Forest, NC
    Triple Falls and High Falls Trails Triple Falls and High Falls Trails in Pisgah Forest, NC, is dog friendly. It's a moderately easy, 2.6-mile hike that will take about 1.5 hours to complete with Fido. Although this trail may be short, it will certainly take you past some of the most beautiful areas on the way to the waterfalls. Color is plentiful in spring when the flowers are blooming and fall when the leaves are changing. Please note that dogs must be on a leash and under control of the owner. Hunting allowed by permit on certain days. See Details

    Bullington Gardens

    Hendersonville, NC
    Bullington Gardens Bullington Gardens in Hendersonville, NC is dog-friendly. This 12 acre horticultural education center and public botanical garden provides hands-on education to students, youth clubs & adults. It's also a place where visitors can stroll the grounds, enjoy the gardens and find a peaceful spot to relax. Leashed dogs are welcome on the property and water is provided beside the gift shop. See Details

    Craggy Pinnacle Trail

    Black Mountain, NC
    Craggy Pinnacle Trail Craggy Pinnacle Trail is a moderately easy dog-friendly trail in Black Mountain, NC. The 1.4 mile hike will take about 1 hour to complete with Fido. Although the Catawba rhododendron blooms in mid to late June are a must see, this trail is great throughout the season for its views of Craggy Pinnacle. Winter conditions can cause the access road to close, so call the parkway's phone number for automated conditions before heading out. Please note that dogs must be on a leash no longer than 6 feet. See Details

    Dog Park at Azalea Park

    Asheville, NC
    Dog Park at Azalea Park Bring Fido out to the dog park at Azalea Park in Asheville, NC! The area is mulched and features two separate fenced areas, one for small dogs and one for large dogs. Convenient parking is also close by. There is a gazebo and benches for you to sit and watch your pup play. See Details

    Craggy Gardens

    Asheville, NC
    Craggy Gardens Craggy Gardens is a pet-friendly stop off the Blue Ridge Parkway in Asheville, NC. There's plenty of natural wonder to enjoy including violets, blackberries, Turkscap lilies, May Apples, along with a variety of birds and other fauna. One of the popular hiking trails, Craggy Pinnacle, winds through a tunnel of rhododendrons and leads the hiker to gorgeous 360-degree views at the summit. This hike is only a 1.5-mile round-trip hike, making it a relatively easy walk for you and your pup. Visitors to Craggy Gardens can also enjoy the Visitors Center where books, souvenirs, and CDs are available for purchase. See Details

    Pulliam Creek Trail

    Saluda, NC
    Pulliam Creek Trail Pulliam Creek Trail in Saluda, NC, is dog friendly. It's a moderately difficult, 6.5 mile-hike that will take about 3 hours to complete with Fido. Your dog will appreciate you taking him on this trail. Visit in spring to see the wildflowers in full bloom. The trailhead is on Big Hungry Road, not far past its intersection with English Heifer Cove Road. There is a green ribbon tied around a pole and a Wild Trout Waters sign with a small parking area. See Details

    Pink Beds Trail

    Pisgah Forest, NC
    Pink Beds Trail Pink Beds Trail in Pisgah Forest, NC, is dog-friendly. It's an easy, 3.4 mile hike that will take about 1.5 hours to complete with Fido. This loop trail is nice for all levels and ages, with its little elevation gain and foot-bridges for water crossing. Please note that dogs must be on a leash between April 1 and August 15, but must be under voice control at all times. See Details

    Moore Cove Falls Trail

    Brevard, NC
    Moore Cove Falls Trail Moore Cove Falls Trail is pet-friendly. This 1.2-mile trail leads to a 50ft high waterfall that pours over a rock overhang. Leashed dogs are welcome to join you on this easy trail that has high and low options depending on the hiker. Dog owners are reminded to clean up any mess that is left behind. See Details

    Graveyard Fields Trail

    Canton, NC
    Graveyard Fields Trail Graveyard Fields Trail is dog-friendly and located in Canton, NC. The trail is a moderately easy, 3.4 mile hike in the Pisgah National Forest that will take about 2 hours to complete with Fido. This trail was named for the devastating fires in 1925 and 1942, but still offers plenty of beauty. The well-marked trails will bring you by two waterfalls, a river, blueberry bushes, and still offers cool temperatures in the summer. Please note that dogs must be on a 6-foot leash on National Park Service property. See Details

    Mount Pisgah and Buck Spring Lodge Trails

    Canton, NC
    Mount Pisgah and Buck Spring Lodge Trails Mount Pisgah and Buck Spring Lodge Trails are pet-friendly in Canton, NC. It is a difficult, 2.4 mile hike on the Blue Ridge Parkway that will take about 1.5 hours to complete with Fido. This trail involves a lot of climbing, so be sure you and your dog are in shape before heading out. The views from the summit of Mount Pisgah, one of the highest peaks in the Blue Ridge range, are spectacular. Dogs must be on a 6-foot leash or shorter. See Details

    Carl Sandburg Home National Historic Site

    Flat Rock, NC
    Carl Sandburg Home National Historic Site Carl Sandburg Home National Historic Site is dedicated to preserving the legacy of Carl Sandburg and communicating the stories of his works, life and significance as an American poet, writer, historian, biographer of Abraham Lincoln, and social activist. The park is located on 264 acres in western North Carolina. Visitors can tour the Sandburg Home, hike on over 5 miles of trails, visit the farm and dairy goats, and much more. The average visitor spends two hours at "Connemara." Make sure to have Fido become a "Bark Ranger" while you are there! Admission is free to enter the park, access the bookstore and information in the ground floor of the Sandburg Home, walk the trails and visit the barn. There is a fee for the house tour. Please note that dogs are not permitted in any buildings. Carl Sandburg Home NHS is open 7 days a week, year round. Closed Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year's Days. See Details

    Jump Off Rock

    Laurel Park, NC
    Jump Off Rock Jump Off Rock offers three dog-friendly, shaded, moderate trails taking anywhere from 15 minutes to 45 minutes to complete. The boulder rocks make for a perfect workout for both small and large Fido’s. The view is spectacular and at the end of the trail there are benches under the trees to rest, as well as a hand-pump water station for Fido to have a fresh drink of mountain water. See Details

    DuPont State Recreational Forest

    Cedar Mountain, NC
    DuPont State Recreational Forest DuPont Forest is a pet-friendly recreation area in Cedar Mountain, NC. Located in the Blue Ridge Mountains between Hendersonville and Brevard, this 10,400 acres of forest feature four major waterfalls on the Little River and several on the Grassy Creek. It's the perfect place to take your pooch for a wander and explore some natural beauty. See Details

    Sam Knob Summit and Flat Laurel Creek Trail

    Canton, NC
    Sam Knob Summit and Flat Laurel Creek Trail Sam Knob Summit and Flat Laurel Creek Trail is a pet-friendly hike in Canton, NC. It's a moderately easy, 3.6 mile trek that will take about 2.5 hours to complete with Fido. These two trails combine for a nice loops hike that leads you out to a picturesque lookout. The trail itself is gorgeous with wildflowers and berries to enjoy in spring, and colorful leaves in the fall. Please note that dogs must be on a leash between April 1 and August 15, but must be under voice control at all times. See Details

    Coontree Loop Trail

    Brevard, NC
    Coontree Loop Trail Bring Fido along for a walk on the Coontree Loop Trail in Brevard, NC. It's a moderately easy, 3.7 mile hike in Pisgah National Forest that will take about 2 hours to complete with Fido. Fall on this trail offers a cornucopia of color as the leaves changes color, and early spring affords the opportunity to see ridge-top views through trees that have not yet bloomed. Please note that dogs must be leashed between April 1 and August 15, but must be under voice control at all times. See Details

    Cradle of Forestry

    Pisgah Forest, NC
    Cradle of Forestry Stroll the grounds of America's first school of forestry with a trip to the Cradle of Forestry in Pisgah Forest, NC. You and Fido can walk along the Biltmore Campus Trail and see such buildings as the schoolhouse, the ranger's house, Schenk's summer office, Black Forest Lodge, and more. In summer months, you may see crafts people in period clothing make the Biltmore Campus Trail come alive with a recreation of early homesteading skills. You can also enjoy a beautiful scenic walk along the Forest Festival Trail, where you and your pup can see an ozone garden, antique portable sawmill, and a 1915 Climax locomotive. Just keep your dog on a leash at all times and make sure to clean up after them. See Details

    Carolina Mountain Trail

    Asheville, NC
    Carolina Mountain Trail Carolina Mountain Trail is a dog-friendly trail in Asheville, NC. It's an easy, 2.4-mile trek in the North Carolina Arboretum that will take about one hour to complete with Fido. This gentle trail is perfect for those looking for a nice stroll through the woods with their pup. It starts behind the education center. Dogs are not allowed inside the center. Dogs must be leashed at all times. See Details

    Pack Square Park

    Asheville, NC
    Pack Square Park Explore the more than 6 acres of Pack Square Park in Asheville, NC with Fido by your side. This stunning, dog-friendly, public park has a large open green space, three water features, original art by regional artists, native trees and greenery, ample seating, a veteran's memorial, and public restrooms. Just remember to keep your pup on a leash and clean up after them. See Details
    Avery Creek, NC, US