Dog Friendly Hiking Trails in Charlestown, MD

There are 12 dog-friendly hiking trails within 20 miles of Charlestown. 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 Charlestown.

Pet Friendly White Clay Creek State Park
White Clay Creek State Park Leashed dogs are welcome at White Clay Creek State Park, a pet-friendly destination in Newark, DE. There are over 37 miles of trails in this park that you and Fido can explore. Within the park, many visitors and their dogs take to Chestnut Hill Trail, a moderately challenging multi-use trail that leads hikers through heavily forested areas and open meadows. Please remember to clean up after Fido. See Details
Pet Friendly Lums Pond State Park
Lums Pond State Park Lums Pond State Park in Bear, DE, is pet friendly. Your leashed pup is welcome to explore this popular area for hiking and boating. Be sure to check out the Swamp Forest Trail, which runs through wetland forests on the edge of Lums Pond, providing a shaded stomp that leads to bridges and boardwalk sections. Visitors with Fido should also visit Lums Pond Dog Park, located at the northeast end. See Details
Palmer State Park Palmer State Park is a pet-friendly destination in Street, MD. Leashed pets are welcome at this 555-acre park, containing two miles of scenic Deer Creek running through the center. There's plenty to see at this state park along the banks of the creek, including a number of undeveloped trails that weave around the woodland. See Details
Susquehanna State Park Susquehanna State Park is a dog-friendly destination in Havre De Grace, MD. Located on the banks of the lower Susquehanna River, this park is popular among visitors who are looking to get a taste of nature and a bit of history with a working gristmill and the remains of the Susquehanna and Tidewater Canal. The park is a mixture of diverse forest and rocky terrain, which can be explored on over 15 miles of marked trails, varying in difficulty and terrain. Please leash and clean up after your pets during your visit. See Details
Anson B. Nixon Park Leashed dogs are welcome at Anson B. Nixon Park in Kennett Square, PA. This pet-friendly park offers 106-acres of natural space to explore with your dog. There are pet-friendly trails, gardens, picnic pavilions and even a 2-acre, off-leash dog park. Please make sure your dog is leashed at all times, unless inside the dog park. See Details
Turkey Point Lighthouse Turkey Point Lighthouse is a pet-friendly seasonal attraction in North East, MD. Your leashed pup is welcome to join you for a brisk walk up the lighthouse, where a water bowl will await them. Upon arrival, you'll have breathing views of the Chesapeake Bay. Their operating season is held from May through October. See Details
PennDel Trail The PennDel 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 Newark! The map below shows a parking area with convenient access to the PennDel 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
James F. Hall Trail The James F. Hall 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 Newark! The map below shows a parking area with convenient access to the James F. Hall 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
Lower Susquehanna Heritage Greenway Trail The Lower Susquehanna Heritage Greenway 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 Darlington! The map below shows a parking area with convenient access to the Lower Susquehanna Heritage Greenway 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
Swamp Forest Trail Fido is welcome on The Swamp Forest Trail at dog-friendly Lums Pond State Park in Bear, DE. This popular trail offers visitors the chance to wander through the swampy undergrowth and through the tall trees without getting their feet or paws wet. The boardwalk that weaves through the forest is a popular adventure spot for cyclists, so keep an eye out for them as you explore with your pup. See Details
Ben Cardin C&D Canal Trail Exercise with your pup on the Ben Cardin C&D Canal Trail, a dog-friendly pathway in Chesapeake City, MD. This asphalt path is nice to bike, hike, run or walk while you enjoy a view of the waterfront. The trail is 1.8 miles and considered an easy walk. The trailhead is located on the trail's western end at the base of Lock Street. From there, the paved pathway runs along the waterfront to the Delaware border. Dogs are welcome, but must be on a leash. See Details
Fair Hill Natural Resources Management Area Fair Hill Natural Resources Management Area is a dog-friendly recreation space in Elkton, MD. Furry friends are invited to join their owners at this park, which spans 5,656 acres and features an array of walking trails winding through the woods and passing through Big Elk Creek. Keep an eye out for bikers and fellow hikers on some of the narrow paths. See Details
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