The Oconaluftee River Trail is a dog-friendly trail in Cherokee, NC, and is one of two walking paths on which visitors can walk dogs and bicycle in the Great Smoky Mountains National Park. This pet-friendly trail is a 1.5 mile one-way. It is relatively flat, but does have a few small hills. The trail runs through the forest along side the Oconaluftee River and offers beautiful views of the river. The Oconaluftee River Trail is frequently used by joggers, walkers, and bicyclists.
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Oconaluftee River Trail has received a rating of 4.4 out of 5 bones by 13 canine critics on BringFido and 4.5 out of 5 by
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Visitors generally had a positive experience on the Oconaluftee River Trail, with many noting the beautiful scenery, easy walking, and opportunities to see wildlife like elk. Some travelers mentioned the lack of trash cans and pet waste bags as a shortcoming, but overall the trail was well-received.
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The Doods LOVED this trail. They saw some elk, chipmunks and squirrels. It was about 90 degrees the day we were there but they didn’t get too hot. The trail is pretty shady. Their favorite part was obviously the creek. They LOVED it!
