Dog Friendly Hiking Trails in Washington, DC

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There are 8 dog-friendly hiking trails in Washington. 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 Washington.

Pet Friendly River Farm
River Farm River Farm is a pet-friendly 25-acre historic site along the Potomac River in Alexandria, VA. Bring Fido along while you explore the beautiful pathways, gardens, woodlands and meadow surrounding the old home. It's a great spot for a leisurely stroll or afternoon picnic. Dogs are welcome on a leash. See Details
Pet Friendly Lake Fairfax Park
Lake Fairfax Park Lake Fairfax Park welcomes leashed dogs in campgrounds and on trails unless otherwise marked. This pet-friendly park on 476 acres in Reston, VA features several hiking and biking trails, an 18-acre lake, athletic fields, a skate park, a marina, and a campground. See Details
Burke Lake Park Leashed dogs are welcome on the hiking and walking trails at dog-friendly Burke Lake Park in Fairfax Station, VA. Park amenities include a fishing lake, picnic areas and playgrounds. Please note that pets are not permitted in the lake, and there is an entrance fee for non-county residents on weekends and holidays. See Details
Fort Ward Park Fort Ward Park is a dog-friendly historic site in Alexandria, VA. Bring Fido along for a self-guided walk through the grounds where you'll see real or inspired structures and apparatuses from the 1800s, each with informational markers. After you tour the historic fort area, be sure to take a walk around the 45 acres of park and picnic areas. See Details
Occoquan Regional Park Occoquan Regional Park is a dog-friendly destination in Lorton, VA. This 350-acre park features nature trails, an overlook, pavilions and grills. Your leashed pup is welcome to enjoy a picnic or a hike with you on the trails. See Details
WB&A Trail The WB&A 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 Bowie! The map below shows a parking area with convenient access to the WB&A 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
Anacostia Tributary Trail System The Anacostia Tributary Trail System is a multi-use trail that's a great place to walk Fido in College Park! The map below shows a parking area with convenient access to the Anacostia Tributary Trail System. 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
Patuxent Branch Trail The Patuxent Branch 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 Columbia! The map below shows a parking area with convenient access to the Patuxent Branch 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
McLean Central Park McLean Central Park is a local wooded recreation area in McLean, VA. This pet-friendly park features a large field as well as some trails, where leashed pups are welcome to explore. The park also has a gazebo and disc golf course. See Details
Billy Goat Trail Leashed pets are welcome to join you for a hike through sections B & C of Billy Goat Trail in Potomac, MD. This lovely pet-friendly area features waterfalls and rapids. Try section B for a challenging 1.4-mile adventure or section C for an easier 1.6-mile hike. Please note that pets are not permitted in section A of the trail. See Details
Lake Artemesia Trail The Lake Artemesia Trail is a multi-use trail that's a great place to walk Fido in College Park! The map below shows a parking area with convenient access to the Lake Artemesia 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
Savage Mill Trail The Savage Mill 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 Jessup! The map below shows a parking area with convenient access to the Savage Mill 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
Capital Crescent Trail The Capital Crescent 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 Chevy Chase! The map below shows a parking area with convenient access to the Capital Crescent 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
Glen Echo Park Glen Echo Park is a pet-friendly outdoor recreation area in Glen Echo, MD. Owners can bring their leashed four-legged companions here to explore with a stroll around the grounds or unwind with a delicious picnic. Other amenities include a carousel, playground and restrooms. Dogs must be leashed during their visit, and owners must pick up waste. See Details
Patuxent Research Refuge Patuxent Research Refuge is a dog-friendly wildlife area, located between Washington, D.C. and Baltimore, in Laurel, MD. You and Fido will discover 20 trails that weave through forests, meadows and wetland habitats. Animals must remain on a leash when exploring the trails. See Details
Cedarville State Forest Dogs are welcome to join their owners at Cedarville State Forest, previously the winter camping ground of the Piscataway Indian Tribe, in Brandywine, MD. The headwaters of the Zekiah Swamp are located in the park, and there are a number of surrounding fields and over 19 miles of trails that can be explored by dogs and their owners. Remember to keep Fido on a leash under six feet for the duration of your stay. Dogs are allowed in all the day use areas and can even camp in the campground with their owners too. See Details
Pohick Bay Regional Park Pohick Bay Regional Park is a dog-friendly recreation area on 1,000 acres in Lorton, VA, where you and Fido can spend a day on the bay. Enjoy canoe, paddleboard and kayak rentals, or bring your own boat to the public boat launch ramp. Other amenities include hiking trails and picnic shelters. See Details
Lake Ridge Park and Marina Lake Ridge Park and Marina is a pet-friendly spot in Lake Ridge, VA. Spend the afternoon with Fido on the wooded walking trails, grilling out at the pavilion, on a boat or paddleboard. Well-behaved and leashed dogs welcome. See Details
River Mill Park River Mill Park welcomes leashed dogs on the looped pathway that runs along the Occoquan River in Occoquan, VA. This pet-friendly, one-acre park is a great spot to enjoy a walk with Fido or an afternoon picnic. Amenities include a public restroom, event pavilion, open space and paved walking trail. See Details
Walker Mill Regional Park Located on over 500 acres, Walker Mill Regional Park is a pet-friendly destination in Capitol Heights, MD. This park features a picnic area, playground, sports fields and restrooms. Leashed dogs are welcome to join you for picnic on the lawn or a walk along the paved trail, as long as they are cleaned up after during their visit. See Details
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