Dog Friendly Hiking Trails in Laurel Springs, NC

There are 2 dog-friendly hiking trails in Laurel Springs, and 6 more nearby. 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 Laurel Springs.

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

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

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

Stone Mountain Summit Trail

Roaring Gap, NC

Stone Mountain Summit Trail Stone Mountain Summit Trail is pet-friendly hike in Roaring Gap, NC. It's a difficult, 3.6-mile trail in Stone Mountain State Park that will take about 2 hours to complete with Fido. Explore the 600-foot dome made of granite, known as Stone Mountain, and the nineteenth century homestead remnants that lie beneath it. Please note that dogs must be on a leash no longer than 6 feet. 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

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

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