Dog Friendly Hiking Trails in Nebo, NC

There are 2 dog-friendly hiking trails in Nebo, and 8 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 Nebo.

Pet Friendly Lake James State Park
Lake James State Park Lake James State Park is a pet-friendly recreation area in Nebo, NC. It features 15 miles of trails to stroll through with Fido. The state park also has picnic sites, boat access, and swimming areas. Dogs are not allowed in swimming areas or beaches. See Details
Pet Friendly Sandy Cliff Overlook and Lake Channel Overlook Trails
Sandy Cliff Overlook and Lake Channel Overlook Trails Sandy Cliff Overlook and Lake Channel Overlook Trails in Nebo, NC, are pet friendly. It's an easy, 2-mile hike in Lake James State Park that will take about 45 minutes to complete with Fido. This small park offers only four trails, but is a wonderful spot to take your dog to enjoy the lake in solitude. Please note that dogs must be on a leash no longer than 6 feet. See Details
Crabtree Falls Loop Trail Bring Fido for a walk on the pet-friendly Crabtree Falls Loop Trail in Burnsville, NC. It's a moderately difficult, 2.5 mile hike on the Blue Ridge Parkway that will take about 1.5 to 2 hours to complete with Fido. This lovely trail, popular for its waterfall, is best spring through fall since the road to the campground is closed October through May. Day hiking is free, and an honor payment system is in place for tent and RV camping. Please note that dogs must be on a leash no longer than 6 feet. See Details
Linville Falls Linville Falls is a pet-friendly hike in Newland. Flowing from its headwaters high on the steep slopes of Grandfather Mountain, the Linville River flows cascades through two falls on its way to a beautiful gorge. Linville Gorge was America's first officially designated wilderness area. Enjoy the towering hemlocks, dense stands of rhododendron, and native wildflowers on the trails that surround the falls with your leashed pooch. See Details
Roaring Fork Falls Leashed dogs are welcome to join you for a hike at Roaring Fork Falls in Burnsville, NC. This 1.4-mile out-and-back trail in the Pisgah National Forest is a popular area for birding, hiking and running. The terrain is mostly flat and offers wonderful views of the waterfall. This trail is open year-round, and there is a small parking area at the trailhead. See Details
Catawba River Greenway The Catawba River Greenway is a multi-use trail that's a great place to walk Fido in Morganton! The map below shows a parking area with convenient access to the Catawba 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
Shinny and Upper Falls Trails Shinny and Upper Falls Trails are dog-friendly hikes in South Mountains State Park in Connelly Springs, NC. It's a difficult, 7.4 mile trek that will take about 4 hours to complete with Fido. These trails form a nice loop that offer quite a bit of diversity from mountains, streams, flowers, and trees. Please note that dogs must be on a leash no longer than 6 feet. See Details
South Mountains State Park South Mountains State Park is a pet-friendly recreation area in Connelly Springs, NC. Featuring elevations to 3,000 feet, an 80-foot waterfall, mountain streams and more than 40 miles of trails for dogs and their owners to enjoy, this park is a must-visit for outbound hounds. Leashed dogs are welcome on the trails, as long as they are well-behaved and cleaned up after. See Details
Tuttle Educational State Forest Bring Fido to explore the great outdoors at the pet-friendly Tuttle Educational State Forest in Lenoir, NC. This 288-acre state forest has many trails ready to be explored, as well as a volleyball court, a horseshoe pit, and, of course, glorious scenic mountain views. Dogs must remain on a leash at all times and may not enter any enclosed spaces. See Details
Oak Hill Community Park and Forest Oak Hill Park, provided by Foothills Conservancy of North Carolina, is a free community recreation area with 5 miles of multi-use trails and 2.5 miles of hike-only trails in Lenoir, NC. This pet-friendly park is situated just 10 minutes from downtown Morganton and serves as a central hub for outdoor activities, education, agriculture, and archaeological exploration, benefitting both residents and visitors. See Details
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