Dog Friendly Hiking Trails in Jasper, MO

There are 4 dog-friendly hiking trails within 20 miles of Jasper. 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 Jasper.

Frisco Greenway Trail

Joplin, MO

Frisco Greenway Trail The Frisco 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 Joplin! The map below shows a parking area with convenient access to the Frisco 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

Prairie State Park

Mindenmines, MO

Prairie State Park Leashed dogs are welcome at Prairie State Park, a pet-friendly park in Mindenmines, MO. Tallgrass prairies once covered more than a third of Missouri; today, less than one percent remains, much of it preserved at Prairie State Park. Visitors to the park see panoramic vistas of swaying grass and ever-changing wildflowers. They also may spot an elk or the park’s resident bison herd. The park’s Regal Tallgrass Prairie Nature Center offers exhibits and interpretive programs designed to inform visitors about the special place. Dogs are not allowed in the historic buildings or public swimming areas and beaches. See Details

The Lester R. Davis Memorial Forest

Mindenmines, MO

The Lester R. Davis Memorial Forest Leashed dogs can join you at The Lester R. Davis Memorial Forest, a pet-friendly outdoor recreation space in the Ozark Township area of Mindenmines, MO. Explore the trails in the area including a 3-mile looped footpath. Bird watching, fishing and hunting are also popular. See Details

Carthage Municipal Park

Carthage, MO

Carthage Municipal Park Carthage Municipal Park is a dog-friendly community park in Carthage, MO, where you and your leashed pup can enjoy a walk or an afternoon picnic. Amenities include a picnic shelter and tables, playground, ball field and restrooms. See Details