Dog Friendly Hiking Trails in Clarkesville, GA

There’s 1 dog-friendly hiking trail in Clarkesville, and 17 more nearby. 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 Clarkesville.

Pet Friendly Moccasin Creek State Park
Moccasin Creek State Park Leashed dogs are welcome at Moccasin Creek State Park in Clarkesville, GA. This pet-friendly park offers 2,800 acres to explore with your furry friend, making this the prime spot for hiking, kayaking and fishing. Be sure to visit the Hemlock Falls Trail to view the waterfalls with your furry friend beside you. See Details
Pet Friendly Anna Ruby Falls
Anna Ruby Falls Anna Ruby Falls is a beautiful waterfall near Helen, GA. Located in the heart of the Chattahoochee National Forest, this picturesque spot can be accessed from a pet-friendly, half-mile trail within Unicoi State Park. The short hike is fairly steep, but the view of the falls is worth it. Dogs are welcome on the trail, as long as they are leashed and cleaned up after. See Details
Unicoi State Park Fido is welcome to explore Unicoi State Park in Helen, GA. This dog-friendly park features 1,029 acres of adventure activities, a 53-acre lake nestled between mountaintops and gorgeous trails to Helen and Anna Ruby Falls. There is even a small, fenced dog park next to the park's main office. Visiting pets must be friendly and on a short, sturdy leash. Dog owners must be courteous to other patrons and clean up after their pets in all areas of the park. There is an entrance fee per vehicle. See Details
Smithgall Woods State Park Leashed dogs are welcome to join their humans in certain areas of Smithgall Woods State Park in Helen, GA. There are 28 miles of pet-friendly trails that your pup can enjoy if they are on a leash under six feet. If you get tired on one of the trails, you can stop for a rest at one of the many picnic shelters. The park is also a very popular fishing destination. See Details
Hardman Farm State Historic Site Leashed dogs are allowed on the nature trails and outdoor areas at Hardman Farm State Historic Site, a pet-friendly attraction in Sautee Nacoochee, GA. The iconic Unicoi Turnpike, which was created by early Native Americans, will take you through historic farm landscape where both early Native Americans lived and later on the Nichols and Hardman families’ built their mansion. While Fido is not permitted inside any of the buildings, you can enjoy wandering the grounds and admire the Native American mound that still occupies the grounds. This historic site is open from March through December. See Details
Don Carter State Park Don Carter State Park in Gainesville, GA, is located where the Chattahoochee River meets Lake Lanier. This pet-friendly park offers boat ramps, docks, and 4 miles of multi-use trails for hikers and bikers to enjoy. The park welcomes dogs as long as they are on a leash no longer than 6 feet; however, they are not permitted in or around historic sites, lodges, group camps or swimming areas. See Details
Tallulah Falls Rail-Trail The Tallulah Falls Rail-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 Lakemont! The map below shows a parking area with convenient access to the Tallulah Falls Rail-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
Long Creek Falls Long Creek Falls is a 25-foot waterfall on its namesake creek in Oconee County, just before the creek flows into the mighty Chattooga River. Leashed dogs are welcome on the trailhead. See Details
Dukes Creek Falls Take your leashed pup to explore the pet-friendly Dukes Creek Falls trail in Helen, GA. Located inside the Chattahoochee-Oconee National Forest, this path follows a 300-foot waterfall through an out-and-back trail about two miles long. Please note that there is a fee for entering the forest (cash or check only). See Details
Henderson Falls Park Dogs are welcome at Henderson Falls Park in Toccoa, GA. This pet-friendly park is spacious and clean with lots of well-kept green space for your leashed pup to explore. There are pavilions, an outdoor amphitheater, a hiking trail around the park and of course the small but beautiful waterfall. There are even a number of spots where you and your dog can wade into the cool water. Be sure to bring your own water and waste bags to clean up after Fido. See Details
Mount Yonah Trail Popular with locals and tourists alike, Mount Yonah Trail is pet-friendly trail in Cleveland, GA. Leashed dogs are welcome to join their owners as they hike through a forest, past wildflowers, steep drop-offs and exposed rock outcrops to panoramic views at the summit. The hike is roughly 4 miles round trip and is a moderately strenuous hike. See Details
Raven Cliffs Trail Raven Cliffs Trail is a dog-friendly trail in Helen, GA. This trail is home to a trout stream, 40-foot waterfall, mossy areas, and acres of wildflowers. Your leashed dog is welcome to join you on the trail, but he must be picked up after to adhere to the Leave No Trace practices of the park. Please check the website for current rates of admittance. See Details
Unicoi to Helen Trail Unicoi to Helen Trail is a 3-mile, one-way, pet-friendly pathway that leads from Unicoi State Park into Helen's bustling Bavarian downtown. Leashed dogs are welcome to join their owners on this moderate, heavily trafficked hike, as long as all mess is cleaned up after them and they remain on a short leash. See Details
Rim Trails at Tallulah Gorge State Park The Rim Trails at Tallulah Gorge State Park are pet-friendly. Combined, the North and South Rim Trails follow 2.5 miles of fairly flat pathways. While your dog can’t approach the gorge up close for his own safety and that of others, the Rim Trails offer great views of both the valley and the changing leaves. Leashed dogs are welcome. See Details
Traveler's Rest State Historic Site Leashed dogs are allowed at Traveler's Rest State Historic Site in Toccoa, GA. This pet-friendly historic locale features a stagecoach inn and plantation home that were constructed in 1815. You and Fido can wander the trails and marvel at the exterior of the buildings. Please note that dogs are not permitted inside the buildings. See Details
Tallulah Falls Rail-Trail Tallulah Falls Rail-Trail is pet-friendly. This 1.7-mile paved circuit throughout the Tallulah Gorge State Park used to be a railroad line. While the trail does not approach the gorge itself, it does include a bridge over the Tallulah River. Leashed dogs are welcome. See Details
Minnehaha Falls Trail Leashed dogs are welcome on the pet-friendly Minnehaha Falls Trail in Lakemont, GA. The trailhead is located off of Bear Gap Road, which is unpaved. This popular hike ascends a wooden staircase and heads southwest toward the waterfall, which offers spectacular views. Please remember to clean up after your pup throughout your hike. See Details
Lake Russell Wildlife Management Area Lake Russell Wildlife Management Area is a 17,300-acre recreation area in Cornelia, GA. This dog-friendly park features a variety of amenities for visitors, including biking, horseback riding, hiking, hunting, fishing, wildlife viewing and more. See Details
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