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Dog-Friendly Activities in Bryson City, NC

There are 12 dog-friendly activities in Bryson City. 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 Bryson City.

Pet Friendly Nantahala Outdoor Center

Nantahala Outdoor Center

Bryson City, NC

Nantahala Outdoor Center

Dogs are allowed to join their owners at the pet-friendly Nantahala Outdoor Center in Bryson City, NC. People and pooches flock from all around the world to check out everything they have to offer at this outdoor center, including tons of outdoor activities. Feel free to plod along the hiking trails with your four-legged friend. Generally, guests enjoy hanging out by the river when their furry friends are around. It is shallow enough beside Big Wesser Riverside for pups to get their paws wet and cool off!

Pet Friendly Rolling Thunder River Company

Rolling Thunder River Company

Bryson City, NC

Rolling Thunder River Company

Dogs are welcome to join their owners on a couple of the tours that Rolling Thunder River Company has to offer. They serve up two pet-friendly boating adventures, the Nantahala River Trips and the Toccoa River Trips. Depending on what you're looking for, you can take to the waters on a raft or canoe with your pooch.

Almond Boat & RV Park Boat Rental

Bryson City, NC

Almond Boat & RV Park Boat Rental

You and your pooch can jump on a pontoon together with the Almond Boat & RV Park Boat Rental in Bryson City, NC. Located on Fontana Lake, there are 42 miles of pet-friendly trails around the lake, so you and your poochy pawty can drop the anchor and go for a wander in the surrounding forest. Pontoons are two dogs max, with a 40 pound weight limit.

Nantahala Bikeway

Bryson City, NC

Nantahala Bikeway

The Nantahala Bikeway 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 Bryson City! The map below shows a parking area with convenient access to the Nantahala Bikeway. 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.

Nantahala River Ferebee Memorial Picnic Area

Bryson City, NC

Nantahala River Ferebee Memorial Picnic Area

Nantahala River Ferebee Memorial Picnic Area is a pet-friendly picnic place located about 2.75 miles downriver from the Nantahala River Launch site in Bryson City, NC. Ferebee Memorial offers picnic area with tables and charcoal grills, and serves as another launch and take out area. Leashed dogs are welcome, as long as they are cleaned up after.

Bryson City's Island Park

Bryson City, NC

Bryson City's Island Park

Bryson City's Island Park is a pet-friendly place in Bryson City, NC. You can bring Fido to join you at this popular park, as long as they are on a leash. About a quarter of the 4.5-acre park is open and shaded with picnic tables for Fido's snacks and dog waste stations so you can clean up any mess that your pooch leaves behind. The rest is heavily wooded with roughly a half-mile of dirt trails that circle around the island and through its center. While you're wandering around the park, you might notice the ruins of an old lumber mill and Bryson City’s largest and oldest tree, a tulip poplar with a 20-foot circumference.

Darnell Farms

Bryson City, NC

Pet-friendly Darnell Farms in Bryson City, NC, invites Fido to join you on the farm for hay rides, seasonal pumpkin picking and fresh produce. The farm features a farmer's market and picnic area. Check out their website for updates on their festivals and events.

Bryson City Outdoors

Bryson City, NC

Bryson City Outdoors

Bryson City Outdoors is a pet-friendly outdoor gear shop and community hub where adventure meets relaxation. Located in Bryson City, NC, this local spot welcomes well-behaved, leashed pups to join owners for a craft beer on the partially shaded patio with heaters or a shopping spree inside. Explore the wide selection of apparel, footwear and top-tier outdoor gear, perfect for your next adventure.

Appalachian Rivers Aquarium

Bryson City, NC

Appalachian Rivers Aquarium

Appalachian Rivers Aquarium in Bryson City, NC, is a dog-friendly attraction located along the Tuckaseegee River. This aquarium features over 4,000 gallons of water and showcases more than 15 species of native freshwater fish. Leashed, well-behaved pets are welcome to join you as you explore this unique spot in downtown.

Mountain Layers Brewing Company

Bryson City, NC

Mountain Layers Brewing Company

Furry friends of Bryson City, NC, are invited to join their owners at Mountain Layers Brewing Company. This pet-friendly attraction offers umbrella-shaded outdoor seating in the back beer garden. Order a craft beer, hard cider, or wine with a bite from visiting food trucks. Please note that pets aren't permitted on the rooftop deck or indoors.

Explore Fontana Lake

Bryson City, NC

Explore Fontana Lake

'Explore Fontana Lake' is a pet-friendly Airbnb Experience hosted by Mark. Paddle the peaceful waters of Lake Fontana alongside your pup on this scenic Great Smoky Mountains adventure, led by an experienced local guide. Human personal flotation devices and watercraft equipment are provided, but owners must bring a life vest for Fido. The experience lasts 2 hours and can accommodate 6 guests, ages 7 and up. Rates start at $88 per person with a two-person minimum.

Fly Fishing Museum of the Southern Appalachians

Bryson City, NC

Fly Fishing Museum of the Southern Appalachians

The Fly Fishing Museum of the Southern Appalachians at Aquarium Park in downtown Bryson City, NC, is dog friendly. Well-behaved, leashed pets are welcome to join their owners on a self-guided tour of the museum, where they can learn about the history of southern fly fishing through exhibits and displays.

The Village Shops

The Village Shops

Located next to the famous Pancake Pantry and Ole Smoky Candy Kitchen, The Village is a collection of 27 unique specialty stores in the heart of Gatlinburg, TN. The wooded outdoor areas around the shops are great for taking Fido for a stroll, and be sure to stop by the pet-friendly Simply Animals store to pick up a toy or treat for your pet. Dogs should remain leashed and under your control at all times while roaming through The Village.

Smoky Mountain River Rat Tubing

Smoky Mountain River Rat Tubing

Smoky Mountain River Rat offers a dog-friendly river tubing adventure on the beautiful Little River in Townsend, TN. Tubing with Fido is offered at Outpost A only, and dogs under 50 lbs are accepted. The purchase of a Dog Pass includes both a dog tube and a tether rental to connect their tube to yours. Fido must be leashed, comfortable in the water, and should be able to swim with ease. Dogs over 50 lbs are discouraged due to the risk of popping tubes. ***Be sure to bring your own doggy life jackets as they're not provided.***

Sugarlands Distilling Company

Sugarlands Distilling Company

Sugarlands Distilling Company in Gatlinburg, TN, is a dog-friendly industrial moonshine maker. This great spot offers indoor and outdoor tours, tastings, and even live music events for you and Fido to attend. As there's no food prepared on the premises, you can bring them inside and out to enjoy the festivities and the numerous spirits available, including moonshine, whiskey, and twists on classics like root beer. Dogs are served pup cups!

The Salt and Pepper Shaker Museum

The Salt and Pepper Shaker Museum

Home to more than 20,000 salt and pepper shaker sets from around the globe, The Salt and Pepper Shaker Museum in Gatlinburg, TN, is a one-of-a-kind, dog-friendly attraction. Leashed dogs are welcome to explore the collection alongside their owners, and the museum has even hosted cats, parrots, and iguanas in the past. Be sure to call ahead or visit their website for the most up-to-date hours.

Lazy Hiker Brewing Co.

Lazy Hiker Brewing Co.

Lazy Hiker Brewing Company is a dog-friendly craft brewery in Franklin, NC, known for its mountain-town atmosphere, rotating lineup of craft beers, and community-focused events. Fido is welcome inside the taproom and on the patio! The brewery is host to food trucks and special events throughout the week; just check their website for a schedule.

Tennessee Cider Company

Tennessee Cider Company

Located in the heart of downtown, Tennessee Cider Company is Gatlinburg’s first true cidery and is also dog friendly. Leashed dogs are welcome inside while you enjoy a tasting or explore The Old General Store which stocks locally made ciders and a selection of branded merchandise.

Gatlinburg Trail

Gatlinburg Trail

The Gatlinburg Trail is one of only two pet-friendly trails in the Great Smoky Mountains National Park near Gatlinburg, TN. The trail extends 1.9 miles one-way from the Sugarlands Visitor Center to the outskirts of the city. Hikers will see beautiful views of the Little Pigeon River and come across foundations and chimneys of several old homesites along the way.

Oconaluftee River Trail

Oconaluftee River Trail

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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