Dog Friendly Hiking Trails in Elmira, NY

There are 6 dog-friendly hiking trails in Elmira. 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 Elmira.

Pet Friendly Sperr Memorial Park
Sperr Memorial Park Sperr Memorial Park is a pet-friendly recreation area in Elmira, NY. Built in memory of soldier Andrew Sperr, this park contains a pond and winding pathways. Leashed dogs are welcome to join you for a stroll around the pond. The park is also home to a number of local K9 demonstrations. See Details
Pet Friendly Newtown Battlefield State Park
Newtown Battlefield State Park Newtown Battlefield State Park is a pet-friendly recreation area in Elmira, NY. Located just uphill from the Lackawanna Rail Trail, it feels so removed from the hustle and bustle of the city. You and your pooch will find a few miles of winding, clearly-marked trails that provide breathtaking views. Campers are limited to two pets on overnight stays. Be sure to keep Fido on a leash and wear orange during hunting season because it is permitted in the park. See Details
Personious Woods Personious Woods is a pet-friendly trail system in Elmira, NY. Located at Tanglewood Nature Center, enjoy 5km of pet-friendly trails that include lots of different habitats like open meadows, dense larch-lined paths, a creek to splash in, and more. Leashed dogs are invited to hike with you during regular season, as long as all mess is cleaned up after them. See Details
Big Flats Trail The Big Flats 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 Elmira! The map below shows a parking area with convenient access to the Big Flats 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
Eldridge Park Eldridge Park is a pet-friendly destination in Elmira, NY, where leashed dogs are welcome to enjoy a stroll with you on the 1.4-mile paved walking trail. Additionally, the 8.5-mile paved Lackawanna Trail begins in Eldridge Park and runs all the way to Lowman Crossover in the Town of Ashland. Other park amenities include athletic fields, a skate park, water activities, shaded picnic areas and tables, and a fenced dog park. See Details
Lackawanna Rail Trail Take Fido for a stroll, bike ride or jog on the Lackawanna Rail Trail, a pet-friendly path in Elmira, NY that follows the old Delaware, Lackawanna and Western railroads. The trail runs from Lowman to Elmira and mainly follows along the Chemung River. The majority of the path is shaded from tree coverage. Please leash and clean up after your pets while on the trail. See Details
Spencer Crest Nature Center Spencer Crest Nature Center is a pet-friendly attraction in Corning, NY. During your visit, you can enjoy environmental, educational and recreational activities in the greater Corning area. The nature center features 250 acres and seven miles of trails with two ponds, a stream and a museum of natural systems. Dogs are allowed on the trails, but pets must be leashed and cleaned up after on the property. See Details
Lambs Creek Bike & Hike Trail The Lambs Creek Bike & Hike 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 Mansfield! The map below shows a parking area with convenient access to the Lambs Creek Bike & Hike 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
Plymouth Woods Nature Preserve Plymouth Woods Nature Preserve is a pet-friendly attraction in Pine City, NY. Bring your pooch for a walk on 1.6 miles of trails among lots of animal and plant biodiversity. While you're there, look out for porcupine and foxes, and of course, it’s impossible to miss the fantastic Allegheny Mound Ant colonies. Dogs must remain on a leash and are not allowed to chase any wildlife. See Details
Catharine Creek Trail Leashed dogs are welcome at Catharine Creek Trail in Montour Falls, NY. This pet-friendly hiking trail begins at the corner of Marina Dr & Catherine St and is a spur off of the Finger Lakes Trail system. This area is available for year-round enjoyment of nature. See Details
Painted Post Trail The Painted Post 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 Painted Post! The map below shows a parking area with convenient access to the Painted Post 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
Steege Hill Nature Preserve Steege Hill Nature Preserve is a pet-friendly destination in Corning, NY. There are 6 miles of trails with a steep incline that can be accessed from the trailhead, where leashed dogs are welcome to join you for a hike. Be aware of timber rattlesnakes on the property, and make sure pets are not allowed to chase wildlife. See Details
Finger Lakes Trail The Finger Lakes Trail is a dog-friendly route from the Pennsylvania-New York border in Allegany State Park to the Catskill Forest Preserve. The longest continuous hiking trail in New York State, this trail stretches across 549 miles to the eastern terminus at the junction of the Long Path, and 950 miles to the summit of Slide Mountain. For visitors who find themselves in the Finger Lakes Region, the Erie Canal corridor, or just about anywhere in the Allegheny, Genessee, Susquehannah, or Delaware River watersheds, the Finger Lakes Trail is close by. Take Fido on a short day-hike, a weekend campout, or a multi-day backpacking trip. See Details
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