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Dog-Friendly Activities in Charlestown, IN

There are 5 dog-friendly activities in Charlestown, and 74 more nearby. 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 Charlestown.

Pet Friendly Charlestown State Park
Charlestown State Park Located in southern Indiana, the dog-friendly Charlestown State Park boasts stunning vistas of the Fourteenmile Creek valley and the Ohio River, featuring rugged hills and deep ravines. Hikers can explore Devonian fossil outcrops and karst sinkhole topography while observing 72 species of birds, including bluebirds, black vultures, and occasional bald eagles. The park offers eight hiking trails, picnic areas with shelters, fishing lakes, a children's playground, and a campground. Please remember to keep your pet on a 6-foot leash and clean up after them. See Details
Pet Friendly Nine Penny Branch State Nature Preserve
Nine Penny Branch State Nature Preserve Nine Penny Branch State Nature Preserve offers a 1-mile, dog-friendly walking trail in Charlestown, IN. A historic stagecoach route runs along the stream corridor. Visitors should note that there is currently no bridge across the shallow stream, so during spring or after heavy rains one may need waterproof boots to cross. See Details
Rose Island Abandoned Theme Park Hike the dog-friendly trail through Rose Island Abandoned Theme Park, located within Charlestown State Park in Charlestown, IN. Visitors can explore the ruins of the park on Trail #7. Helpful signs identify the remains. See Details
Bomgaars Charlestown Bring Fido to Bomgaars in Charlestown, IN. This pet-friendly chain department store sells a variety of products that leashed pups and their owners can browse through. Some available items include hardware, tools, lawn and garden supplies, and workwear. See Details
Fourteen Mile Creek Nature Preserve Visit Fourteen Mile Creek Nature Preserve with Fido inside Charlestown State Park in Charlestown, IN. State Park trails 1 through 5 all go through the dog-friendly nature preserve. Dogs are welcome, but must be on a leash. See Details
Club K9 Dog Bar Club K9 Dog Bar is a dog-friendly bar and dog park in Louisville, KY. This canine hangout features 2-acres of fenced outdoor space and a vast all-weather area that's heated during the winter months. Patrons can order beer, wine or a cocktail from the bar, while pooches play underneath the refreshing spray of fire hydrant and tennis ball-shaped fountains. Before hopping in the car, Fido can rinse off in the dog wash station. Membership is required and they offer daily, monthly and annual passes. See Details
Garvin Brown Nature Preserve Leashed dogs are welcome at Garvin Brown Nature Preserve, a 46-acre pet-friendly preserve in Prospect, KY. Explore this scenic area which lies next to the Ohio River on the boarder of Indiana and Kentucky. See Details
Iroquois Park Dog-friendly Iroquois Park is a large community open space in Louisville, KY, which welcomes leashed pets. This wooded park features an amphitheater, sports courts, walking trails, an archery course, disc golf, and a spray pad. See Details
Great Flood Highlands Leashed dogs are welcome at Great Flood Highlands, a pet-friendly taproom in Louisville, KY. Pets are invited to join you inside this bustling taproom with industrial-chic decor. The Highland location serves a wide selection of beer alongside cider, seltzer, wine, bourbon and whiskey. See Details
Fleur de Flea Vintage Market Fido is welcome to join you when searching for antiques and vintage treasures at Fleur De Flea Vintage Market, a dog-friendly outdoor attraction held in Louisville, KY. Wander past over one hundred vendors selling vinyl, collectable, repurposed items, mid-century modern pieces, furniture, trinkets, and many more treasures waiting to be unearthed and found. See Details
Half Price Books Half Price Books is a dog-friendly bookstore in Louisville, KY. This local store is family-owned and sells secondhand books, movies and music. Fido can come inside to pick out a new bedtime story, but dogs must be kept on a leash. See Details
PG&J's Dog Park Bar PG&J's Dog Park Bar is the first dog park bar in Louisville and invites you to sit, sip and stay while your pup runs freely in the 8,000-square-foot open space. They offer complimentary Wi-Fi and coffee or alcohol for purchase. Become a Founding ForePAWther for a membership fee and receive unlimited park access for one year, complimentary coffee once a month, an engraved bone with your pup’s name on it, a T-shirt, VIP access to events, and more. As an added incentive to pay them a visit, a portion of every dollar spent is donated to local pet charities. Day passes are available, but all dogs must have proof of vaccinations. See Details
Central Park Central Park in Louisville, KY is dog friendly. The park is nearly 17 acres and features an amphitheater, arbor, memorial, picnic area, playground, restrooms, sports facilities and more. Dogs must be cleaned up after and on a leash during their visit. Central Park is open daily. See Details
The Original Old Louisville Walking Tour The Original Old Louisville Walking Tour is dog friendly. The tour is a guided 90-minute walk through Louisville, KY, where your guide will show off "America's Most Exuberant Neighborhood." With 40-square blocks and hundreds of old homes and mansions, Old Louisville counts as one of the nation's largest historic preservation districts. Walking a little over a mile, tour-goers are introduced to beautiful residential enclaves such as St. James and Belgravia Courts while beholding impressive examples of Italianate, Queen Anne, Chateâuesque, Beaux Arts, and Renaissance Revival architecture. Tours start and end near the corner of Fourth and Oak, at a local bakery, Adrienne & Co. See Details
Atrium Brewing Norton Commons Furry friends are invited to visit Atrium Brewing in Prospect, KY. This local hangout in the Norton Commons area offers pet-friendly seating both outside on the sidewalk patio and inside the taproom. Their menu features draft options from amber lagers like Velcro Sneakers to fruited sours like Berry Berry Boy. Ensure Fido is leashed during your visit. See Details
Dirty Tease The Dirty Tease in Louisville, KY is a dog-friendly t-shirt shop specializing in custom tees made while you wait. They'll put (almost) anything on a shirt, and sell several pre-made dog-themed shirts, too. Fido must be on a leash while inside the store. See Details
West Sixth NuLu Bring your dog to the NuLu Taproom of West Sixth Brewing's open-air courtyard patio while you drink craft beer. Food is available next door from Emmy Squared. See Details
Gallant Fox Brewing Company Gallant Fox Brewing Co. is a dog-friendly brewery located in the Clifton neighborhood of Louisville, KY. Bring your dog inside to sample the locally-made craft beers or scratch bourbons. They also serve snacks like hot dogs, popcorn and jerky. See Details
3rd Turn Brewing Leashed dogs are welcome inside and out at 3rd Turn Brewing, a pet-friendly taproom in Louisville, KY. They offer 20 taps, with half of those being brewed on-site, as well as a selection of wine, bourbon and frozen drinks. Food trucks generally visit on Fridays, and guests are always welcome to bring their own food. See Details
Evergreen Liquors Evergreen Liquors is a pet-friendly liquor store in Louisville, KY. Well-behaved, leashed dogs are welcome to join their owners inside to browse through a selection of beer, wine, liquor and premium cigars, perfect for every occasion. They also have a bar inside where owners and their pups can unwind while sipping on a drink. See Details
Charlestown, IN, US