Dog Friendly Hiking Trails in Jefferson, GA

There are 6 dog-friendly hiking trails within 20 miles of Jefferson. 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 Jefferson.

Pet Friendly Southeast Clarke Park
Southeast Clarke Park Leashed dogs are welcome at Southeast Clarke Park, a popular, dog-friendly park in Athens, GA. This 135-acre park features athletic fields, tennis, pickleball, 2 playgrounds, walking paths (paved and multi-surface) and more. This park is even home to a dog park where Fido can enjoy some off-leash fun with canine pals. See Details
Pet Friendly Ben Burton Park
Ben Burton Park Leashed dogs are welcome to join their humans at Ben Burton Park in Athens, GA. This beautiful, 32-acre wildlife preserve is a great place for a picnic or a quiet walk through the woods on the 1.4 mile pedestrian trail. The park also offers access to the Middle Oconee River where you can fish, kayak or canoe. Please be sure to clean up after your pet during your visit. Dogs must be on a leash no longer than 6 feet and under your control at all times per ACC Ordinance. 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
UGA Recreational Sports Complex Leashed dogs can join you at UGA Recreational Sports Complex, a pet-friendly public park in Athens, GA. There are many trails that you and Fido can explore on the outskirts of the sports fields, which do not permit dogs. Pet waste receptacles are also available. See Details
North Oconee River Greenway North Oconee River Greenway is a multi-use trail that's a great place to walk Fido in Athens! The map below shows a parking area with convenient access to the Athens - North Oconee River Greenway. 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
Fort Yargo State Park Leashed dogs are allowed at Fort Yargo State Park, a pet-friendly natural space in Winder, GA. Fido can join you on over 20 miles of hiking trails. Other popular activities include boating, biking and fishing. 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
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