Dog Friendly Hiking Trails in Stanley, NC

There’s 1 dog-friendly hiking trail in Stanley, and 13 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 Stanley.

Pet Friendly Mountain Island Educational State Forest
Mountain Island Educational State Forest The pet-friendly Mountain Island Educational State Forest in Stanley, NC offers a scenic natural retreat full of plant and animal life. Educational programs are hosted frequently for all ages to promote awareness of North Carolina's forest health. Bring your dog along to explore the wooded trails and learn together. See Details
Pet Friendly Kings Mountain State Park
Kings Mountain State Park Kings Mountain State Park rests in a picturesque setting adjacent to Kings Mountain National Military Park, a prominent Revolutionary War battle site in Blacksburg, SC. This traditional state park, which encompasses 6,883-acres, offers outdoor recreation activities such as hiking trails, picnicking, fishing from a rental jon boat, seasonal canoe rentals, equestrian trails and more. Pets are allowed in most outdoor areas provided they are kept under physical restraint or on a leash not longer than six feet. See Details
Jetton Park Leashed dogs are welcome to join their owners when visiting the pet-friendly Jetton Park! This 104-acre recreation area, located in Cornelius, NC, features several walking paths and trails, including one that runs along Lake Norman. Visitors can also enjoy picnic sites, tennis courts, a sunning beach, restrooms and more. Note that an entry fee may apply when visiting the park. See Details
The Preserve Dog Park The beautiful off-leash Preserve Dog Park is a favorite with local pooches for its lovely trails, nature areas and drinking fountain. This Davidson, NC, recreation area is for residents only, and pets must be licensed and have current rabies vaccinations to visit. Licenses may be purchased at Davidson Town Hall for a fee. See Details
Gateway Trail The Gateway Trail is a greenway designed to connect the City of Kings Mountain, NC, to Crowders Mountain State Park, Kings Mountain State Park and Kings Mountain National Military Park. This dog-friendly path is ten feet wide and includes benches, a picnic site, waste bags, and other amenities for walkers and their pups. See Details
Crowders Mountain State Park Hiking trails, rock climbing, fishing, camping, and picnicking are some of the amenities that parkgoers can enjoy at Crowders Mountain State Park. Leashed dogs are welcome to join their owners at this pet-friendly recreation area in Kings Mountain, NC. Pets are prohibited from bathhouses, changing areas, rinsing stations, swimming areas, restrooms, visitor centers, or rental boats. See Details
Avon and Catawba Creeks Greenway TheAvon and Catawba Creeks Greenway is a multi-use trail that's a great place to walk Fido in Gastonia! The map below shows a parking area with convenient access to the Avon and Catawba Creeks 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
Historic Latta Plantation Historic Latta Plantation is pet-friendly. Located in Huntersville near Mountain Island Lake, this 1800s Federal style plantation building contains some elements of Georgian design, including the house's main staircase. Leashed dogs are welcome on the trails and grounds of this property, but not inside any of the buildings. Historic Latta Plantation is open Wednesday through Saturday from 10:00am to 4:30pm and Sunday from 1:00pm to 4:30pm. See Details
Charlotte Trolley Trail (Charlotte Trolley Rail-with-Trail) The Charlotte Trolley Trail (Charlotte Trolley Rail-with-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 Charlotte! The map below shows a parking area with convenient access to the Charlotte Trolley Trail (Charlotte Trolley Rail-with-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
Lake Trail Follow Crowders Mountain State Park's blue circle trail markers to hike the pet-friendly Lake Trail. This easy 0.8-mile loop in Gastonia, NC, welcomes leashed pups to walk with their owners. Although most of the trails in this park are rugged, strenuous routes, this one offers an easy walk for all levels of hikers and dogs. See Details
Tower and Backside Trail Tower and Backside Trail is a challenging, three-mile hike in Crowders Mountain State Park in Gastonia, NC. This pet-friendly trail will take about two hours to complete with Fido. The proximity of this park to Kings Mountain, Gastonia, and Charlotte makes it very popular. Please note that dogs must be on a 6-foot leash. See Details
Pinnacle Trail The Pinnacle Trail is a strenuous 4-mile round-trip hike in Crowders Mountain State Park in Gastonia, NC. This pet-friendly path is great for pups as it gives you the opportunity to get away from bikers and horses on this hiking-only trail. Please note that dogs must be on a 6-foot leash and attended at all times. See Details
Romare Bearden Park Romare Bearden Park is a pet-friendly public park in downtown Charlotte dedicated to the African-American artist, Romare Bearden. Bring your pooch for a walk on the winding trails that weave around this 5.4-acre public park with amazing sculptures on show. Leashed dogs are welcome, as long as all mess is cleaned up after them. See Details
Renaissance Park Renaissance Park in Charlotte, NC is pet friendly. Hiking and biking trails, a disc golf course, sports courts, and athletic fields are some of the amenities available to parkgoers in this outdoor recreation area. Dogs must be on a leash, and owners are encouraged to keep an eye out for fellow visitors when on the narrow paths. See Details
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