Dog-Friendly Activities in Catharpin, VA

Perched atop scenic Hogback Mountain, Stone Tower Winery consists of 306 acres of rolling vineyards in Leesburg, VA. The dog-friendly Harvest Barn tasting room offers visitors plenty of space both inside and outside to sample chardonnay, pinot noir, and sauvignon blanc, among others. All group tastings and tours must be scheduled. Call for details and hours.

Dog-friendly Manassas National Battlefield Park, located north of Manassas, VA preserves the site of two major American Civil War battles. The peaceful Virginia countryside bore witness to clashes between the armies of the North (Union) and the South (Confederacy), and it was there that Confederate General Thomas J. Jackson acquired his nickname "Stonewall." Today, the National Battlefield Park provides the opportunity for visitors to explore the historic terrain where men fought and died more than a century ago. Bring Fido for a stroll on the historic grounds, which features historical structures, markers and statues.

Pet-friendly Chrysalis Vineyards welcomes leashed dogs to explore the grounds with you and enjoy a seat on their outdoor patio in Middleburg, VA. Take in the scenic views while sipping on a glass of wine. You can also enjoy a light bite of hummus and crackers, paninis, or pizza from Little River Bakehouse on site. Please leash and clean up after your pets during your visit.

Fido is welcome to join you for a stroll at Village at Leesburg, a pet-friendly shopping center in Leesburg, VA. Enjoy the outdoor seating and walking areas with your furry friend. Be sure to check for pet-friendly signage before entering any stores or restaurant patios.

Leashed dogs are welcome to join you at the pet-friendly Morven Park Grounds in Leesburg, VA. Enjoy exploring the scenic gardens, have a picnic on the grounds or hike the nature trails with your furry friend. Please note that pets aren't permitted in any buildings and must be cleaned up after.

Discover pet-friendly Fountainhead Regional Park with Fido in Fairfax Station, VA. Whether you’re a cyclist, kayaker or hiker, enjoy 2,000 acres of rugged adventures with your pup in tow. There are shared-use hiking and equestrian trails and trailhead access to the 19.7-mile Bull Run Occoquan Trail. Leashed dogs are welcome on the trails.

Old Bust Head Brewing Company is an independent, solar-powered microbrewery in Warrenton, VA brewing traditional ales and lagers. Dogs are welcome to join you at outdoor tables on the covered patio between the taproom and production area. Rotating food trucks are often available.

Leashed dogs are welcome on the pet-friendly Raven Rocks Trail in Bluemont, VA. This challenging 5.7-mile out-and-back hike features an elevation gain of 1,535 feet with some steep climbs, but the magnificent view at the top makes it all worthwhile. The trail is accessible from April until October.

Located in the historic district of Manassas, Sinistral Brewing Company offers a relaxed atmosphere for craft beer lovers. Fido is welcome to join you inside the taproom or in the beer garden, but dogs must be kept on a leash. The taproom hosts a variety of rotating events, including trivia, bingo and open mic nights. Although this seven barrel brewery doesn't have a kitchen, they often host food vendors.

Ellanor C. Lawrence Park is a dog-friendly, 650-acre park in Centerville, VA. The park has approximately four miles of trails for hiking, bird watching, jogging and walking in upland and bottomland forest and along meadows, one trail of which forms a loop around a large pond. Trail maps are available at the Walney Visitor Center. Please note that dogs are not permitted inside buildings.

Located on a hilltop on the edge of town, Mt. Defiance Cider Barn is the great place to spend an afternoon with Fido. Settle into a rocking chair by the fireplace on cold winter days, or sit out on the porch and enjoy the warm breezes. Well-behaved dogs are welcome in the tasting room. Snacks are available (cheese, crackers, and nuts) and on warm weather weekends food trucks are often available. The Cider Barn is closed on Mondays.

Molon Lave Vineyards is a pet-friendly destination in Warrenton, VA. This boutique farm winery, located on 50 acres of vineyards, forests and ponds, specializes in producing handcrafted wines using traditional European wine-making techniques. Pets are welcome on a leash as long as they remain outdoors. While the winery doesn't have a dog menu, a bowl of water and organic dog biscuits are available by request.

Barking Rose is a family-owned farm and brewery in Warrenton, VA. Families and leashed dogs are welcome to visit, and guests are welcome to bring their own food. Guests are welcome to walk around the enjoy the 11-acre working farm.

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.

The Washington and Old Dominion Railroad Regional Park (W&OD) 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 Purcellville! The map below shows a parking area with convenient access to the Washington and Old Dominion Railroad Regional Park (W&OD). 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.

The Merrifield Garden Center Dog Park welcomes Fido to enjoy some off leash exercise before browsing the aisles at this pet-friendly garden center in Gainesville, VA. Located outside in the parking lot, this small dog park features a mulch terrain, bushes and picnic tables. Waste bags, tennis balls and water bowls are also available. Leashed dogs are welcome to shop inside the store as well.

Vint Hill Dog Park is a fully-fenced park with plenty of room for dogs of all sizes to run and play in Warrenton, VA. This 1.25-acre park features benches, shade trees, a shelter, activity equipment, a water station and parking. Clean-up bags are often in stock at the waste stations in the park.

Powers Farm & Brewery is a pet-friendly establishment in Midland, VA. Leashed dogs are welcome to join at a table indoors or outdoors. They offer farm-brewed beers, soft Kombucha and house-made Root Beer. Please refer to their website for their food truck schedule.

Dulles Gateway Dog Park is located on the Pender Pet Retreat campus in Chantilly, VA. The wooded, fenced-in space provides lots of trees for shade, nature trails, agility obstacles, picnic tables and benches. Waste receptables and a water spicket are also available.

Great Country Farms in Bluemont, VA is dog friendly. Leashed pets are welcome to join you at the farm to pick-your-own fruits and vegetables or partake in other seasonal events.