Dog Friendly Hiking Trails in Lake Toxaway, NC

There are 31 dog-friendly hiking trails within 20 miles of Lake Toxaway. 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 Lake Toxaway.

Fryingpan Mountain Trail

Canton, NC

Fryingpan Mountain Trail Fryingpan Mountain Trail in Canton, NC, is pet friendly It's a moderately easy, 4 mile hike on the Blue Ridge Parkway that will take about 2 hours to complete with Fido. If you are taking advantage of the beautiful Mount Pisgah Campground, than you will want to add this trail to your plans as well. It is good to know that the parkway can be closed to motor traffic during the winter due to weather. Please note that dogs must be on a leash on Blue Ridge Parkway property. See Details

Black Balsam Knob

Canton, NC

Black Balsam Knob Black Balsam Knob is a pet-friendly place in Canton, NC. It's located at Black Balsam Knob Rd at milepost 420 on the Blue Ridge Parkway. Drive the mile or two to the end of the road (where there is a parking area with pit toilets) to start on any number of trails. From here you can access the Sam Knob Summit and Flat Laurel Creek Trail as well as the Art Loeb, Ivestor Gap and Mountain to Sea Trail, just to name a few. The trail network is extensive and beautiful and camping is abundant. Some trails have creeks and streams for Fido to get a drink and others are high and dry, so plan accordingly. Bringing along a trail map of the area is highly encouraged. See Details

Cat Gap Loop

Brevard, NC

Cat Gap Loop Fido can join you on the dog-friendly Cat Gap Loop in Brevard, NC. It's a moderately easy, 5 mile hike in Pisgah National Forest that will take about 3 hours to complete with Fido. Your dog will love this gentle trail that has plenty of water around with its rivers, streams, cascades, and puddles. During the spring and summer, enjoy the many wildflowers along the trail. See Details

Cold Mountain via Art Loeb Trail

Burnsville, NC

Cold Mountain via Art Loeb Trail Cold Mountain via Art Loeb Trail is a pet-friendly hike in Burnsville NC. It's a difficult, 10.6 mile trek in Pisgah National Forest that will take about 7 hours to complete with Fido. Although this trail is one of the easiest for exploring the 6030 foots summit of Cold Mountain, it is only for those people and dogs who are experienced and in fit condition. Please note that dogs must be leashed between April 1 and August 15, and under voice control; leashing dogs is strongly recommended in wilderness areas year-round. See Details

Devils Courthouse and Little Sam Trail

Balsam Grove, NC

Devils Courthouse and Little Sam Trail Devils Courthouse and Little Sam Trail is dog-friendly in Balsam Grover, NC. It's a difficult, 4.2 mile hike in the Pisgah National Forest that will take about two hours to complete with Fido. When you pull into the parking lot you will be staring up at an impressive rock face standing 5760 feet. Please note that dogs must be on a leash on National Park Service property. See Details

Cedar Rock Trail

Cedar Mountain, NC

Cedar Rock Trail Cedar Rock Trail (via Corn Mill Shoals and Big Rock Trails) is a dog-friendly hike in Cedar Mountain, NC. It's a moderately easy, 2.75 mile hike in DuPont State Forest that will take about 1.5 hours to complete with Fido. This beautiful forest is still being developed so that people can get the most out of its waterfalls, lakes, streams, and mountain vistas. This forest is home to fishers, hunters, mountain bikers, and hikers alike. This trail offers some of the best views in the area. Please note that dogs must be on a leash and under control at all times. See Details

Yellow Mountain Trail

Highlands, NC

Yellow Mountain Trail Yellow Mountain Trail is a pet-friendly trail in Highlands, NC. This one's for more experienced canine hikers as it is rated difficult. Grab your supplies and stride out on a trail that leaves to astonishing views from the top of a mountain. Take pause at the fire tower at the top and enjoy the natural show. Leashed dogs are welcome, as long as they are cleaned up after. See Details

Raven Rocks Loop Trail

Sunset, SC

Raven Rocks Loop Trail Raven Rocks Loop Trail is a pet-friendly path in Sunset, SC. You and your leashed pooch are welcome to hike this moderately difficult 4-mile trail that leads to nice views of Lake Keowee. Don't forget to clean up any mess that is left behind by your pup to preserve the cleanliness of the area. See Details

Skinny Dip Falls Trailhead

Canton, NC

Skinny Dip Falls Trailhead Skinny Dip Falls is a pet-friendly hike in Canton, NC. The easy, 3/4-mile wooded trail leads to a beautiful waterfall that’s perfect for a dog looking to cool off! There are several places to wade or have a seat in the cool mountain water. Be careful as the terrain can be rocky in areas. See Details

Headwaters State Forest

Brevard, NC

Headwaters State Forest Headwaters State Forest is a pet-friendly natural area that balances conservation with recreation and features an entrance in Brevard, NC. It's ideal for low-impact activities like hiking, fishing and wildlife watching, and features popular spots like East Fork Falls and Sassafrass Mountain overlook. Fido can join you while you explore, just be sure to keep him on a leash during your visit. See Details

Oconee Station State Historic Site

Walhalla, SC

Oconee Station State Historic Site Oconee Station State Historic Site is a pet-friendly destination that was once a military compound in the 18th and 19th century in Walhalla, SC. Visitors can enjoy marked historical sights, as well as an array of recreational activities. Bring Fido along for a hike on the 1.5-mile nature trail leading to Station Cove Falls in Sumter National Forest, blooming with wildflowers in spring. Another option is the interpretive Oconee Connector Trail that spans approximately four miles and circles a four-acre pond for fishing. Dogs are welcome in all outdoor areas on a leash. See Details