Dog Friendly Hiking Trails in Chesapeake, VA

Chesapeake Arboretum

Bring Fido to explore the pet-friendly Chesapeake Arboretum in Chesapeake, VA. This 51-acre park features 3.5 miles of shaded walking trails spotted with displays of flora, a manmade creek that flows through the area, and 11 bridges for you and your pup to cross. Leashed dogs are welcome throughout the grounds but are not permitted in any buildings.

Chesapeake City Park

Chesapeake City Park

Chesapeake City Park is a pet-friendly community hub in Virginia. Fido is welcome to join you as you explore this 90-acre site filled with reforested pine trees. Activities with your furry friend include a walking trail, picnic tables and two dog parks.

Northwest River Park

Northwest River Park

Northwest River Park in Chesapeake, VA is dog-friendly! Located on the banks of the Northwest River, this 763-acre park welcomes leashed dogs to join their owners for recreational activities like year-round hiking, boating, and fishing.

Deep Creek Park

Deep Creek Park

Deep Creek Park is a pet-friendly recreational spot in Chesapeake, VA. Your furry friend is welcome to tag along as you explore the area. The park features a dog park, picnic shelters, restrooms and a 1-mile trail that connects to the Dismal Swamp Canal Trail.

Western Branch Park

Western Branch Park

Western Branch Park is a pet-friendly community hub in Chesapeake, VA. Your leashed furry friend is welcome to explore the 93-acre park. Activities include a dog park, a 2-mile trail and picnic shelters.

Mount Trashmore Park

Mount Trashmore Park

Mount Trashmore Park is a dog-friendly spot in Virginia Beach, VA. Your leashed pup is welcome to explore 165 acres and see two man-made mountains of compacted layers of solid waste and clean soil. Amenities include a shared-use path, boardwalk, lawn games and pavilions.

Elizabeth River Trail (Atlantic City Spur)

Elizabeth River Trail (Atlantic City Spur)

Norfolk, VA

The Elizabeth River Trail (Atlantic City Spur) 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 Norfolk! The map below shows a parking area with convenient access to the Elizabeth River Trail (Atlantic City Spur). 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.

Stumpy Lake Natural Area

Stumpy Lake Natural Area

Stumpy Lake Natural Area is a pet-friendly destination in Virginia Beach, VA. Your leashed pup is welcome to explore 1,422 acres by your side. Activities include kayaking, trails, fishing and more.

Dismal Swamp State Park

South Mills, NC

Dismal Swamp State Park

Dismal Swamp State Park is a pet-friendly recreation area offering 20 miles of trails and a 2,000-foot boardwalk overlooking the Great Dismal Swamp. Dogs are allowed on all routes in this South Mills, NC, park as long as they remain leashed. Bike and boat rentals are available through the park as well. Please visit their website for current prices.

West Neck Creek Natural Area

West Neck Creek Natural Area

West Neck Creek Natural Area is a pet-friendly site in Virginia Beach, VA. Fido is welcome to join you on a visit to this 217-acre site as you enjoy fishing, hiking, and bird-watching. Dogs are permitted as long as they are leashed and never left unattended. Please clean up after your pets to ensure the trails remain clean and enjoyable for all visitors.

Virginia Beach Boardwalk

Virginia Beach Boardwalk

Virginia Beach Boardwalk is pet friendly. Bring Fido and enjoy a stroll next to the beach year-round. After Memorial Day and before Labor Day weekend, the boardwalk is open for pups from 7:00 AM until 7:00 PM. During spring, fall and winter, dogs are welcome at any time.

City View Park

City View Park

City View Park is a pet-friendly recreation area near Centerville Turnpike in Virginia Beach, VA. Your leashed pup is welcome to tag along to explore the 43-acre park. Amenities include a shared-use path, pavilions and a restroom.