Dog Friendly Hiking Trails in Simpsonville, KY

There are 10 dog-friendly hiking trails within 20 miles of Simpsonville. 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 Simpsonville.

Pet Friendly Garvin Brown Nature Preserve
Garvin Brown Nature Preserve Leashed dogs are welcome at Garvin Brown Nature Preserve, a 46-acre pet-friendly preserve in Prospect, KY. Explore this scenic area which lies next to the Ohio River on the boarder of Indiana and Kentucky. See Details
Pet Friendly Charlestown State Park
Charlestown State Park Located in southern Indiana, the dog-friendly Charlestown State Park boasts stunning vistas of the Fourteenmile Creek valley and the Ohio River, featuring rugged hills and deep ravines. Hikers can explore Devonian fossil outcrops and karst sinkhole topography while observing 72 species of birds, including bluebirds, black vultures, and occasional bald eagles. The park offers eight hiking trails, picnic areas with shelters, fishing lakes, a children's playground, and a campground. Please remember to keep your pet on a 6-foot leash and clean up after them. See Details
Taylorsville Lake State Park Dogs are welcome at pet-friendly Taylorsville Lake State Park in Mt. Eden, KY. Visitors and their four-legged companions can explore the 24-mile trail system winding around various sections of the park. Discover every nook and cranny of this interesting park which includes Taylorsville Lake, a huge man-made reservoir. Pet owners are reminded to keep their pooch on a leash for the duration of their visit and to clean up any mess that they leave behind. See Details
Nine Penny Branch State Nature Preserve Nine Penny Branch State Nature Preserve offers a 1-mile, dog-friendly walking trail in Charlestown, IN. A historic stagecoach route runs along the stream corridor. Visitors should note that there is currently no bridge across the shallow stream, so during spring or after heavy rains one may need waterproof boots to cross. See Details
Rose Island Abandoned Theme Park Hike the dog-friendly trail through Rose Island Abandoned Theme Park, located within Charlestown State Park in Charlestown, IN. Visitors can explore the ruins of the park on Trail #7. Helpful signs identify the remains. See Details
McNeely Lake Park McNeely Lake Park in Louisville, KY is dog friendly! This large recreation area has a 46-acre fishing lake with a pier and boat ramp. Other amenities include picnic areas, a playground, and tennis courts. There is a 1.9-mile hiking trail that Fido can join you on as well. Please keep your pup leashed during your visit. See Details
Fourteen Mile Creek Nature Preserve Visit Fourteen Mile Creek Nature Preserve with Fido inside Charlestown State Park in Charlestown, IN. State Park trails 1 through 5 all go through the dog-friendly nature preserve. Dogs are welcome, but must be on a leash. See Details
E.P. Tom Sawyer State Park Bring your leashed pup for some exercise and fresh air at E.P. Tom Sawyer State Park, a dog-friendly recreation area in Louisville, KY. Enjoy a walk with Fido on their 1-mile fitness trail or explore the 1.25-mile Goose Creek Trail, a loop that runs through grassy meadows and forested woodlands. Park amenities also include picnic areas and Sawyer Dog Park, where canines can play off leash with a park permit. See Details
Broad Run Park Louisville, KY is home to the pet-friendly Broad Run Park. This 600-acre recreation area welcomes leashed dogs to explore with their owners. Park amenities include waterfalls, picnic tables, a playground, lookout points and more. Enjoy some outdoor time with Fido while exploring hiking trails like Karst Climb, Lowland Plain or Leatherwood. See Details
Strand Outdoor enthusiasts and their four-legged companions are invited to explore the Strand in Louisville, KY. This pet-friendly outdoor recreation area connects and encompasses a range of loops, trails and fields that visitors can traverse. Whether you're looking to jog a piece of the Louisville Loop or launch your canoe down the river to fish, this spot has just what you're looking for. See Details
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