Dog Friendly Hiking Trails in Laurie, MO

Leashed dogs are welcome at Ha Ha Tonka State Park, a pet-friendly park in Camdenton, MO. The park is a geologic wonderland with sinkholes, caves, a huge natural bridge, sheer bluffs and Missouri’s 12th largest spring. The ruins of a turn-of-the-century stone castle overlook these wonders and offer impressive views of the Lake of the Ozarks and Ha Ha Tonka Spring. A series of trails and boardwalks make it easy for visitors to experience all the park has to offer from its historic castle and geologic wonders to its wooded areas and open rocky glades. The Turkey Pen Hollow Trail is a 6.5 mile loop. Dogs are not allowed in historic buildings, public swimming areas or beaches.

Leashed dogs are welcome at Lake of the Ozarks State Park, a pet-friendly park in Kaiser, MO. Enjoy the solitude of an undeveloped cove hidden along the shorelines of one of Missouri’s largest lakes. Swim, fish, boat or simply take in the view from a shady campsite or picnic area overlooking the Lake of the Ozarks. The park offers the opportunity to enjoy a variety of recreational activities on the lake or on shore. Lake of the Ozarks has 12 loop trails of various lengths. Dogs are not allowed in the historic buildings or public swimming areas and beaches.

Peanick Park is a pet-friendly 13-acre park in Osage Beach, MO. Your leashed pup is welcome to tag along to explore the area. Amenities include a 1/4-mile walking trail, seasonal restrooms and a pavilion with a grill. A playground, sports fields and courts are also available on site.

Rocky Top Trail is pet-friendly. This 2.2 mile heavily trafficked loop trail is located near Kaiser, Missouri and features a lake. The trail is rated as easy, so dogs of all abilities are free to wander by their owner's side. The trail is primarily used for hiking, walking, nature trips, and bird watching. Don't forget to clean up any mess that your pup leaves behind.