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    Dog Friendly Hiking Trails in Porter, IN

    There are 21 dog-friendly hiking trails within 20 miles of Porter. 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 Porter.

    Pet Friendly Diana of the Dunes Dare

    Diana of the Dunes Dare

    Gary, IN
    Diana of the Dunes Dare Unleash your adventurous side and take on the Diana of the Dunes Dare. This pet-friendly hiking challenge follows the path of Chicago native Alice Mabel Gray, who left behind a career at the U.S. Naval Observatory to live in what is now Indiana Dunes National Park. This unusual lifestyle earned Alice the nickname Diana of the Dunes. Fido can tag along as you follow in Diana's footsteps, but dogs must be kept on a leash. See Details
    Pet Friendly Gabis Arboretum & Gardens

    Gabis Arboretum & Gardens

    Valparaiso, IN
    Gabis Arboretum & Gardens Take Fido to connect with nature at Gabis Arboretum & Gardens in Valparaiso, IN. The Arboretum is part of the Purdue Northwest University and serves as a place for education, conservation and engagement. Gabis Arboretum & Gardens features a number pet-friendly trails. Please leash and clean up after your pets on the trails. See Details

    Cowles Bog Trail

    Dune Acres, IN
    Cowles Bog Trail Designated as a National Natural Landmark, Cowles Bog Trail is a hiking path rich in plant diversity near Dune Acres. This 4.7-mile trail is located in Indiana Dunes National Park and is a popular destination for viewing Fall colors in the cooler months. Fido is welcome to explore the swamps, marshes, beaches and views of Lake Michigan along the hike, but dogs must be kept on a leash. See Details

    Brincka Cross Gardens

    Michigan City, IN
    Brincka Cross Gardens Brincka Cross Gardens is pet-friendly. Developed by an artist, this beautiful garden in Michigan City welcomes dogs to join their owners on a walking tour. You and your pooch are welcome to explore four acres of landscaped gardens and 21 acres of pristine woodlands. The gardens boast hundreds of hostas, daffodils, crabapple trees, ornamental grasses, and more, all surrounding a Frank Lloyd Wright-inspired house. Dog owners are reminded to clean up any mess that is left behind. Brincka Cross Gardens are open every day of the week from dawn until dusk. See Details

    Friendship Botanic Gardens

    Michigan City, IN
    Friendship Botanic Gardens Come and experience the Gardens’ abundant nature and wildlife along the walking and hiking trails. We have multiple dog walking trails of varying length through the valley of Trail Creek. You can choose a short dog friendly trail if you are pressed for time, or go down multiple paths while enjoying the wonderful features the Gardens have to offer. Dogs must be leashed at all times. Please come prepared to clean up after your pet. Let’s keep the garden trails serene and clean for all visitors. See Details

    Fairgrounds Park

    Valparaiso, IN
    Fairgrounds Park Leashed dogs are welcome at Fairgrounds Park, a pet-friendly recreation area in Valparaiso, IN. The park is an ideal place to walk or jog alongside Fido, or enjoy a picnic. Features of the park include a 3/4 mile walking track, sports fields, playground, exercise equipment, picnic shelters and restrooms. See Details

    Prairie Duneland Trail

    Portage, IN
    Prairie Duneland Trail Prairie Duneland Trailis 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 Portage! The map below shows a trailhead where you can pick up the Prairie Duneland 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

    Prairie-Duneland Trail

    Chesterton, IN
    Prairie-Duneland Trail The Prairie-Duneland 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 Chesterton! The map below shows a trailhead where you can pick up the Prairie-Duneland 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

    Erie Lackawanna Trail

    Crown Point, IN
    Erie Lackawanna Trail The Erie Lackawanna 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 Crown Point! The map below shows a parking area with convenient access to the Erie Lackawanna 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

    Iron Horse Heritage Trail

    Chesterton, IN
    Iron Horse Heritage Trail The Iron Horse Heritage 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 Chesterton! The map below shows a parking area with convenient access to the Iron Horse Heritage 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

    Prairie Duneland Trail

    Hobart, IN
    Prairie Duneland Trail Prairie Duneland 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 Hobart! The map below shows a trailhead where you can pick up the Prairie Duneland 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

    Oak Savannah Trail

    Hobart, IN
    Oak Savannah Trail The Oak Savannah 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 Hobart! The map below shows a parking area with convenient access to the Oak Savannah 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

    Sunset Hill Farm County Park

    Valparaiso, IN
    Sunset Hill Farm County Park Sunset Hill Farm County Park is pet-friendly. Located in Valparaiso on 238 acres, this natural recreation area on a former farm is home to wonderful wooded trails to explore with your leashed pooch. Dog owners are reminded to clean up after pups. Sunset Hill Farm County Park is open every day of the week from 6am to 8pm. See Details

    Tollestone Dunes Trail

    Portage, IN
    Tollestone Dunes Trail Tollestone Dunes Trail in Portage, IN is dog friendly. This quiet pathway is home to lots of trees along the way, perfect for a long exercise even on hot days. Leashed dogs are welcome, as long as they are cleaned up after and kept under control around other hikers. See Details

    Brookdale Park

    Chesterton, IN
    Brookdale Park Brookdale Park is pet-friendly. Bring your leashed pooch to this small park to explore pathways that circle a grassy field, structures and a fishing pond. Pause for a while at the picnic tables in the field. Visitors are reminded to clean up any mess that is left behind. Brookdale Park is best accessed during daylight hours. See Details

    Lincoln Memorial Trail

    Westville, IN
    Lincoln Memorial Trail Lincoln Memorial Trail is pet-friendly. Located in Bluhm Park, this nice paved pathway runs between the woods and a farm field. Dogs are welcome to join you for a nice walk, as long as they are leashed, well-behaved and cleaned up after. Lincoln Memorial Trail can be accessed from dawn until dusk. See Details

    Ambler Flatwoods Nature Preserve

    Michigan City, IN
    Ambler Flatwoods Nature Preserve Ambler Flatwoods Nature Preserve features dog-friendly trails in Michigan City, IN. This 521-acre area has over four miles of trails that are mostly flat. The main parking lot is located just north of Tryon Road on the west side of Meer Road. Parking for the northern trailhead is located on Freyer Road, just east of Meer Road. See Details

    Paul H. Douglas Trail

    Gary, IN
    Paul H. Douglas Trail The Paul H. Douglas Trail in Miller Woods winds through several habitats including wetlands, globally rare black oak savanna, open dunes and beach. The views of the lake and the dunes are incredible. The oak savanna's native grasses and wildflowers, including lupine, thrive in the sunlight and open forest floor. Please stay single file on the narrow trail to protect yourself from the abundant poison ivy along the trail edges as well as the fragile lupine habitat. Pets are permitted on a leash 6' or shorter. See Details

    Portage Lakefront and Riverwalk Trail

    Portage, IN
    Portage Lakefront and Riverwalk Trail Take Fido for a scenic hike along the Portage Lakefront and Riverwalk Trail in Portage, IN. The area features multiple, pet-friendly hiking trails that allows visitors to experience the natural beauty of the dunes. Portage Lakefront and Riverwalk Trail is also a great spot for bird watching. Parts of the trail system provide access to Lake Michigan. See Details

    Creekside Park

    Valparaiso, IN
    Creekside Park Leashed dogs are welcome to enjoy a walk with you at pet-friendly Creekside Park in Valparaiso, IN. This community park is home to a multi-use trail system with over 13 miles of soft surface paths for biking, hiking and walking. The park is open dawn to dusk seven days a week. See Details
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