Dog Friendly Hiking Trails in Wilkesboro, NC

There are 7 dog-friendly hiking trails within 20 miles of Wilkesboro. 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 Wilkesboro.

Pet Friendly Mount Jefferson State Natural Area
Mount Jefferson State Natural Area Mount Jefferson is a great place to have a scenic picnic near the summit with your dog in West Jefferson, NC. This pet-friendly state park also has a couple of great hiking trails. The Lost Province Trail is 3/4 mile long and is moderate in difficulty. The Rhododendron Trail is just over one mile long and is strenuous in difficulty. Dogs are allowed but must remain leashed. See Details
Pet Friendly Stone Mountain Summit Trail
Stone Mountain Summit Trail Stone Mountain Summit Trail is pet-friendly hike in Roaring Gap, NC. It's a difficult, 3.6-mile trail in Stone Mountain State Park that will take about 2 hours to complete with Fido. Explore the 600-foot dome made of granite, known as Stone Mountain, and the nineteenth century homestead remnants that lie beneath it. Please note that dogs must be on a leash no longer than 6 feet. See Details
Cascade Trail Parking Lot Cascade Trail Parking Lot is a pet-friendly place in Purlear, NC. The lot is surrounded by trees and overlooks with picnic tables for relaxing or enjoying a meal. The attached nature trail leads to a waterfall. The pathway can be found off the Blue Ridge Parkway in North Carolina. Keep Fido leashed at all times. See Details
Fern Nature Trail Fern Nature Trail is a pet-friendly hiking spot in Laurel Springs, NC. It's an easy, 1.2 mile hike in New River State Park that will take about 45 minutes to complete with Fido. This is a short little hike that takes you through wooded area and hugs close to the New River. If you are up for a longer adventure you can combine this trail with another in the Mount Jefferson State Park. Please note that dogs must be on a leash no longer than 6 feet. See Details
Summit and Rhododendron Trails The Summit and Rhododendron Trails in Jefferson, NC, are pet friendly. They're a moderately easy, 1.4 mile hike in Mount Jefferson State Natural Area that will take about 1 hour to complete with Fido. Visit this trail in early June and you will be surrounded by the splendor of the wildflowers and Catawba rhododendron blooming. The fall color here is also magnificent. Please note that dogs must be on a leash no longer than 6 feet. See Details
Oak Hill Community Park Oak Hill Community Park is a pet-friendly recreation and nature preservation area in Lenoir, NC. Bring Fido out for an afternoon of exercise or relaxation. The park includes paved walkways, unpaved trails, picnicking shelters & spots, a children's playground, and sports fields. Dogs are welcome as long as they're leashed and well behaved. See Details
Rendezvous Mountain State Park Bring Fido to explore the pet-friendly Rendezvous Mountain State Park in Purlear, NC. There is much to do at this 1800-acre state park, but some favorites are bird watching, picnicking and hiking the many well-marked trails. Dogs are always welcome, but please keep them on a leash that is no longer than six feet and clean up after them. See Details
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