Dog Friendly Hiking Trails in Bridgeton, NC

There are 3 dog-friendly hiking trails within 20 miles of Bridgeton. 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 Bridgeton.

Neuse River Loop Trail

Havelock, NC

Neuse River Loop Trail Bring Fido on the dog-friendly Neuse River Loop Trail in Havelock, NC. This easy 1.75-mile hike is located within the Croatan National Forest and will take about 1 hour to complete with Fido. This trail offers a nice walk and is convenient to anyone camping in one of the 42 sites at Neuse River Recreation Area (also known as Flanner Beach). Please note that dogs must be on a leash 6 to 10 feet long. See Details

Croatan National Forest

Havelock, NC

Croatan National Forest You can bring Fido along while you explore Croatan National Forest, the state's only coastal forest, located in Havelock, NC. Spanning 160,000 acres and bounded by waterways, it offers diverse ecosystems like pine forests, estuaries and swamps. Hiking, fishing, picnicking and camping are some of the many recreational activities available to humans and their dogs, but be mindful that pets must be leashed and cleaned up after during their visit. See Details

Island Creek Forest Walk

Pollocksville, NC

Island Creek Forest Walk The Island Creek Forest Walk is an easy dog-friendly hike in Pollocksville, NC. This 0.5-mile hike is located within the Croatan National Forest and will take about 30 minutes to complete with Fido. The Croatan National Forest offers multiple opportunities for recreation including swimming, boating, fishing, and camping. This trail is well-shaded, but can still get pretty warm and mosquito-ridden in the summer, so be sure to pack plenty of water and bug spray. Please note that dogs must be on a leash no longer than 6 feet. See Details