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    Dog Friendly Hiking Trails in Lansing, NC

    There are 11 dog-friendly hiking trails within 20 miles of Lansing. 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 Lansing.

    Pet Friendly Mount Jefferson State Natural Area

    Mount Jefferson State Natural Area

    West Jefferson, NC
    Mount Jefferson State Natural Area Mount Jefferson is a great place to have a scenic picnic near the summit with your dog in West Jefferson, NC. This pet-friendly state park also has a couple of great hiking trails. The Lost Province Trail is 3/4 mile long and is moderate in difficulty. The Rhododendron Trail is just over one mile long and is strenuous in difficulty. Dogs are allowed but must remain leashed. See Details
    Pet Friendly Greenway Trail

    Greenway Trail

    Boone, NC
    Greenway Trail Greenway Trail is a pet-friendly pathway in Boone. This fully accessible trail is paved or gravel and flat to allow walkers of all levels to wander together. Leashed dogs are welcome, as long as they are cleaned up after. The trail is always open. See Details

    New River State Park

    Laurel Springs, NC
    New River State Park New River State Park has ten family and dog-friendly trails in Laurel Springs, NC. All trails are easy to moderate in difficulty and are no longer than 1.4 miles. Fishing, canoeing, and picnicking are allowed at the state park. Dogs must remain leashed. See Details

    Cascade Trail Parking Lot

    Purlear, NC
    Cascade Trail Parking Lot Cascade Trail Parking Lot is a pet-friendly place in Purlear, NC. The lot is surrounded by trees and overlooks with picnic tables for relaxing or enjoying a meal. The attached nature trail leads to a waterfall. The pathway can be found off the Blue Ridge Parkway in North Carolina. Keep Fido leashed at all times. See Details

    Grayson Highlands State Park

    Mouth of Wilson, VA
    Grayson Highlands State Park Check out the dog-friendly Grayson Highlands State Park in Mouth of Wilson, VA. Leashed pups are welcome to join you while you hike the trails that lead to beautiful waterfalls and overlooks. Located near Mount Rogers and Whitetop Mountain, Virginia’s two highest mountains, you're sure to find beautiful views of these alpine peaks while at this park. See Details

    Elk Knob State Park

    Todd, NC
    Elk Knob State Park Elk Knob State Park is a dog-friendly place in Todd, NC. It offers fantastic views of the summit from one of the highest peaks in North Carolina. There are currently four trails, ranging in difficulty levels, all equally rewarding. Dogs are allowed on all trails, but must remain leashed. Elk Knob also features backcountry camping, cross-country skiing, and snowshoeing. See Details

    Fern Nature Trail

    Laurel Springs, NC
    Fern Nature Trail Fern Nature Trail is a pet-friendly hiking spot in Laurel Springs, NC. It's an easy, 1.2 mile hike in New River State Park that will take about 45 minutes to complete with Fido. This is a short little hike that takes you through wooded area and hugs close to the New River. If you are up for a longer adventure you can combine this trail with another in the Mount Jefferson State Park. Please note that dogs must be on a leash no longer than 6 feet. See Details

    Summit and Rhododendron Trails

    Jefferson, NC
    Summit and Rhododendron Trails The Summit and Rhododendron Trails in Jefferson, NC, are pet friendly. They're a moderately easy, 1.4 mile hike in Mount Jefferson State Natural Area that will take about 1 hour to complete with Fido. Visit this trail in early June and you will be surrounded by the splendor of the wildflowers and Catawba rhododendron blooming. The fall color here is also magnificent. Please note that dogs must be on a leash no longer than 6 feet. See Details

    Virginia Creeper National Recreation Trail

    Damascus, VA
    Virginia Creeper National Recreation Trail The Virginia Creeper National Recreation 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 Damascus! The map below shows a parking area with convenient access to the Virginia Creeper National Recreation 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

    Virginia Creeper National Recreation Trail

    Whitetop, VA
    Virginia Creeper National Recreation Trail The Virginia Creeper National Recreation 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 Whitetop! The map below shows a parking area with convenient access to the Virginia Creeper National Recreation 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

    Rendezvous Mountain State Park

    Purlear, NC
    Rendezvous Mountain State Park Bring Fido to explore the pet-friendly Rendezvous Mountain State Park in Purlear, NC. There is much to do at this 1800-acre state park, but some favorites are bird watching, picnicking and hiking the many well-marked trails. Dogs are always welcome, but please keep them on a leash that is no longer than six feet and clean up after them. See Details
    Lansing, NC, US