Dog Friendly Hiking Trails in Chesapeake Beach, MD

There are 8 dog-friendly hiking trails within 20 miles of Chesapeake Beach. 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 Chesapeake Beach.

Calvert Cliffs State Park

Lusby, MD

Calvert Cliffs State Park Calvert Cliffs State Park is a pet-friendly destination in Lusby, MD. Dominated by craggy cliffs and coves, you can take your pooch to explore over 13 miles of trails throughout this scenic park. Don't forget to check out the quarter mile beach along Chesapeake Bay as well, where you may discover some interesting fossils. If Fido finds a bone, it may well be from thousands of years ago. See Details

Cedarville State Forest

Brandywine, MD

Cedarville State Forest Dogs are welcome to join their owners at Cedarville State Forest, previously the winter camping ground of the Piscataway Indian Tribe, in Brandywine, MD. The headwaters of the Zekiah Swamp are located in the park, and there are a number of surrounding fields and over 19 miles of trails that can be explored by dogs and their owners. Remember to keep Fido on a leash under six feet for the duration of your stay. Dogs are allowed in all the day use areas and can even camp in the campground with their owners too. See Details

Kent Island South Trail

Stevensville, MD

Kent Island South Trail The Kent Island South Trail is a multi-use trail that's a great place to walk Fido in Stevensville! The map below shows a trailhead where you can pick up the Kent Island South 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

WB&A Trail

Glenn Dale, MD

WB&A Trail The WB&A 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 Glenn Dale! The map below shows a parking area with convenient access to the WB&A 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

Cross Island Trail

Chester, MD

Cross Island Trail The Cross Island 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 Chester! The map below shows a parking area with convenient access to the Cross Island 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

Franklin Point State Park

Shady Side, MD

Franklin Point State Park Franklin Point State Park is a pet-friendly destination in Shady Side, MD. This 477-acre peninsula is nestled among the Chesapeake Bay, Deep Creek and Flag Pond in scenic southern Anne Arundel County. Leashed dogs will enjoy this relatively undeveloped part of the state featuring trails that weave around a variety of marshlands, through forest and field areas along the sandy shoreline. See Details

Rosaryville State Park

Upper Marlboro, MD

Rosaryville State Park Rosaryville State Park is a dog-friendly day-use park spanning 982 acres in Upper Marlboro, MD. The centerpiece of the park is the historic Mount Airy Mansion, which is the only area of the park that isn't pet friendly. There are numerous trails that are accessible to dogs and their owners, including some that are paved. Dogs are welcome on a leash as long as all mess is cleaned up after them. There is a park entrance fee, and Maryland State Park passes are accepted. See Details

Watkins Regional Park

Upper Marlboro, MD

Watkins Regional Park Watkins Regional Park is a pet-friendly outdoor recreation area in Upper Marlboro, MD. Parkgoers can bring their pups to explore the walking trails or unwind with a picnic. Other amenities include sports fields, a campground, athletic courts, a miniature train and a playground. Dogs must be leashed during their visit. See Details