Dog Friendly Hiking Trails in Ohio

If your dog likes to ruff it, bring Fido hiking in Ohio. Our dog friendly hiking section includes everything from easy one-hour walks to fantastic overnight trips in Ohio that won’t be soon forgotten. Seriously, go take a hike!

Pet Friendly Hocking Hills State Park
Hocking Hills State Park Dog-friendly Hocking Hills State Park in Logan, OH is a perfect place to spend a day in the great outdoors. The park occupies 2,330 acres and provides a great opportunity to explore miles of trails with Fido. Natural features include towering cliffs, deep gorges, caves, and waterfalls, while man-made features include picnic areas, restrooms, campgrounds, and more. Leashed dogs are welcome to join their humans in most of the areas of the park. See Details
Pet Friendly Ash Cave
Ash Cave The Ash Cave hiking trails are a pet-friendly attraction in South Bloomingville, OH. The terrain is varied, but experienced pooch hikers won’t have much trouble with the relatively short hikes, both only a half mile in length. The low trail is handicap accessible. Ash Cave itself is the largest recess cave east of the Mississippi and flows into a runoff waterfall. See Details
Smale Riverfront Park Leashed dogs are welcome to join their humans at Smale Riverfront Park in Cincinnati, OH. This dog-friendly recreation area includes trails, a labyrinth, gardens, fountains, a carousel, an esplanade, benches, swings and more. Please clean up after your pets. See Details
The Scioto Mile The Scioto Mile is a dog-friendly pathway stretching along the riverfront, from the vibrant Arena District on the north end to the natural beauty of the Whittier Peninsula on the south, in downtown Columbus, OH. Comprised of more than 175 acres of lush parkland, fountains, scenic overlooks and a riverfront promenade, leashed dogs are welcome to join you, except for around the Scioto Mile Fountain. See Details
Old Man's Cave Old Man's Cave in Logan, OH, is pet friendly. One of Ohio's most popular natural attractions allows dogs on a leash to explore the natural rock formation. You can wander the trails around the cavern and head inside to check out the cascading waterfalls too. See Details
Cedar Falls Cedar Falls is a dog-friendly attraction at Hocking Hills State Park in Logan, OH. You and your dog can view the wonderful waterfall from a viewing area at the bottom of Democracy Steps, created by Akio Hizume. Dogs are welcome, as long as they are on a leash and all mess is cleaned up after them. See Details
Hueston Woods State Park Located in western Ohio, the dog-friendly Hueston Woods State Park in College Corner offers diverse opportunities to enjoy a wooded setting. It has nearly 3,500 acres of natural resources for outdoor recreation. Whether boating on Acton Lake, hiking along forested trails, searching for fossils, or relaxing poolside at the Lodge, visitors will enjoy their time at the park. In addition to the resort lodge and various cabins, the park offers a large family campground for overnight stays. There is a dog park and beach swim area for the pups. Bring your dog to splash and swim at the beach, which includes a bathhouse and concession stand. Be mindful that the site is not fenced. See Details
Findley State Park Findley State Park in Wellington, OH, is pet friendly. This 838-acre forested park is home to hiking and mountain biking trails, a boating lake and campsites. Leashed dogs are welcome to join their owners for a stroll in this recreation area to enjoy the beautiful views. See Details
Mosquito Lake State Park Dog-friendly Mosquito Lake State Park in Cortland, OH, occupies nearly 2,500 acres of mature woodlands and expansive marshes. The park is popular with tourists and locals seeking to hunt, fish, hike, camp and cross-country ski. Leashed dogs are welcome throughout the park, hiking trails and campground sites. Lastly, a visit to this park wouldn't be complete for Fido without a stop at the Cooperation Station Dog Park, a 5-acre off-leash area. See Details
East Harbor State Park East Harbor State Park is a dog-friendly recreation area in Lakeside Marblehead, OH. Leashed dogs are welcome to join their humans on more than ten miles of trails at this 1831-acre park on the shores of Lake Erie. Recreation opportunities include boating, fishing, swimming, camping, hiking and picnicking. See Details
Scout Dog Park at Pierce Park Scout Dog Park can be found at Pierce Park in Xenia, OH. This off-leash recreation space features two acres for Fido to play and socialize with his pet companions. There are two separate spaces, one for small and one for large dogs, and a water fountain for dogs. See Details
Rocky River Reservation Dogs are welcome to join their humans on the pet-friendly trails which wind through the Rocky River Reservation in North Olmsted, OH. Natural features of the park include shale cliffs, meadows, wetlands, floodplain forests, wildlife and many bird species. Dogs must always be leashed, and you must clean up after your pets. See Details
Gallant Woods Preserve Leashed dogs are welcome on pet-friendly trails that wind through the woods, meadows and wetlands at Gallant Woods Preserve. This 231-acre park in Delaware, OH features picnic tables, restrooms, shelters, and hiking and jogging trails for you and Fido to explore. See Details
Sippo Valley Trail The Sippo Valley 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 Massillon! The map below shows a parking area with convenient access to the Sippo Valley 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
Lester Rail Trail The Lester Rail 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 Medina! The map below shows a parking area with convenient access to the Lester Rail 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
Slippery Elm Trail The Slippery Elm 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 Bowling Green! The map below shows a parking area with convenient access to the Slippery Elm 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
Defiance Reservoir Defiance Reservoir is a dog-friendly spot in Defiance, OH, with several trails to explore. You and Fido are welcome to walk along The Reservoir Nature Trail, a multi-use trail extending from the Defiance Reservoir parking lot through a natural wooded area. This trail connects to the ‘lower’ pathway around the municipal reservoir and offers opportunities for bird watching and quiet walks through nature. The ‘upper’ trail is a 1-1/4 mile stone walkway around the top of the reservoir that provides unobstructed views of the reservoir. See Details
Holmes County Trail The Holmes County 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 Millersburg! The map below shows a trailhead where you can pick up the Holmes County 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
Headwaters Trail The Headwaters 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 Garrettsville! The map below shows a parking area with convenient access to the Headwaters 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
Wabash Cannonball Trail The Wabash Cannonball 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 West Unity! The map below shows a parking area with convenient access to the Wabash Cannonball 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
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