Dog Friendly Hiking Trails in Boiling Springs, SC

There are 10 dog-friendly hiking trails within 20 miles of Boiling Springs. 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 Boiling Springs.

Pet Friendly Croft State Park
Croft State Park Once an army training base, pet-friendly Croft State Park covers more than 7,000 acres of rolling, wooded terrain just a few miles from downtown Spartanburg, SC. The recreation space offers 12 miles of biking and hiking trails, a playground, picnicking and camping, as well as fishing and boating in one of two lakes. Well-behaved dogs are allowed but must remain on a leash no longer than six feet and be cleaned up after. See Details
Pet Friendly Chickamauga and Chattanooga National Military Park
Chickamauga and Chattanooga National Military Park Chickamauga and Chattanooga National Military Park are both pet-friendly attractions near Fort Oglethorpe, GA. Located in northern Georgia and eastern Tennessee, the area preserves the sites of two major battles of the American Civil War. Leashed dogs are welcome on numerous walking trails and open grassy fields. See Details
Foothills Equestrian Nature Center (FENCE) Foothills Equestrian Nature Center (FENCE) is a pet-friendly attraction in Tryon, NC. This site is primarily oriented to horses, but when equestrian events are not in progress, it's a great place to bring the dogs. There are many trails, streams, ponds, and woods. Lots of places for dogs to run and explore. Close to Columbus, NC, and Landrum, SC. See Details
Cottonwood Trail The Cottonwood Trail is dog friendly and part of the Edwin M. Griffin Nature preserve, located minutes from downtown Spartanburg, SC. The property protects a 1.5 mile stretch of Lawson’s Fork Creek and several feeder streams. Over 5 miles of trails offer runners, naturalists, and dog walkers a break from city traffic. It provides a place for citizens to run, walk, kayak, canoe, and to enjoy other recreational outings. This urban greenspace has many unique and outstanding features including several wetlands, open spaces, geological formations, and offers habitat for deer, wild turkey, fox, numerous birds and reptiles, wildflowers, and trees. Pets must remain on a leash and under owner's control. See Details
Cowpens National Battlefield Fido is welcome on the pet-friendly grounds of Cowpens National Battlefield, a US monument in Gaffney, SC. Dogs are welcome to explore the 2-mile historical trail, covered shelter, and huge mowed field on the property. There are also a dozen wooded trails ranging from .5 miles to 2 miles long that Fido can join you on. Please note that dogs are not permitted inside the Visitors Center. See Details
Mary Black Foundation Rail Trail (Palmetto Trail) The Mary Black Foundation Rail Trail (Palmetto 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 "rail-trail" is now a great place to walk Fido in Spartanburg! The map below shows a parking area with convenient access to the Mary Black Foundation Rail Trail (Palmetto 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
Peter’s Creek Heritage Preserve Peter’s Creek Heritage Preserve is a dog-friendly hiking trail in Spartanburg, SC. Please ensure that Fido stays leashed during your walk. This path is a 3.6 mile loop. Make sure that your pup doesn't mind getting a little wet, as there are a few stream crossings required on this path. The main trail ends at Martin's Mill Dam, which is over 100 years old, a great photo opportunity for you and your furry friend! See Details
Blue Wall Preserve Bring Fido to the dog-friendly Blue Wall Preserve in Landrum, SC. Find the majestic waterfall among the trails while hiking and observing the various bird species and natural plant communities. This 575-acre preserve is named for its magnificent view of Hogback Mountain and surrounding peaks. Leash up your pup and spend a day in the great outdoors. See Details
Green River Cove Trail Green River Cove Trail is a dog-friendly, 6.5-mile moderate, out-and-back trail that runs alongside Green River in Saluda, NC. The trail is shaded by trees and is a great walk through the woods. Dog owners are reminded to keep pups leashed and to clean up any mess that is left behind. See Details
Overmountain Victory Historic Trail on Overmountain Vineyards Bring Fido for a stroll through the dog-friendly Overmountain Vineyards' 2-mile protected segment of the Overmountain Victory National Trail in Tryon, NC. There is a certified section of the trail available to walk on the grounds of the vineyard. The historic trail is certified and maintained by the National Park Service and available to the public, and their leashed pets, for hiking year-round. The trail is for non-motorized use only. See Details
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