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Dog-Friendly Activities in Dillsboro, NC

There’s 1 dog-friendly activity in Dillsboro, and 38 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 Dillsboro.

Pet Friendly Innovation Station

Innovation Station

Innovation Station

The Innovation Station is Innovation Brewing's production space and dog-friendly taproom located along the railroad tracks in Dillsboro, NC. Fido is welcome inside the taproom, as well as the covered patio and outdoor creek side seating areas. They serve 25+ beers on tap, plus cider, wine, and non-alcoholic options. They frequently also host food trucks. Check their website for a list of current events.

Pet Friendly Lazy Hiker Brewing Co.

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.

Lake Junaluska Walking Trail

Lake Junaluska, NC

Lake Junaluska Walking Trail

The Lake Junaluska Walking Trail in Lake Junaluska, NC, is pet friendly. Dogs are welcome on the two paved walking trails at Lake Junaluska Retreat and Conference Center. Choose between a 2.3-mile loop around the lake or a longer, 3.8-mile trail. All visitors are welcome, not just those staying at the United Methodist retreat near Asheville.

Richland Balsam Nature Loop Trail

Richland Balsam Nature Loop Trail

Richland Balsam Nature Loop Trail in Asheville, NC, is pet friendly. Bring Fido on the moderately easy, 1.4 mile hike that will take about 1 hour to complete.. Set out on this trail that is only a few feet short of being the highest point on the Blue Ridge Parkway. The elevation makes it a nice, cool hike during the summer. Please note that dogs must be on a leash no longer than 6 feet.

Rufus Morgan Falls Trail

Rufus Morgan Falls Trail

Rufus Morgan Falls Trail in Franklin, NC, is pet friendly. It's a moderately easy, 1 mile hike in Nantahala National Forest that will take about 40 minutes to complete with Fido. This little out of the way trail is a lovely spot that has soft ground and several water sources for Fido. Please note that dogs must be on a leash between April 1 and August 15, but must be under control at all times.

Gorges State Park

Gorges State Park

The dog-friendly Gorges State Park is perfect for those looking for a challenge in Sapphire, NC. Most of the trails in Gorges State Park are labeled as strenuous, but can offer rewarding panorama of Lake Jocassee or waterfalls. Trails range from half a mile to fourteen and a half miles, so be sure to check out the parks website to figure out what trail meets your needs. Leashed dogs are always welcomed!

Whiteside Mountain National Recreation Trail

Whiteside Mountain National Recreation Trail

Whiteside Mountain National Recreation Trail is a pet-friendly hike in Nantahala National Forest in Cashiers, NC. The hike is nearly 2 miles long and will take you to beautiful wildflowers along the way. Dogs are welcome on the trail, as long as they are cleaned up after and remain on a leash.

Angry Elk Brewing Co.

Angry Elk Brewing Co.

Bring Fido to Angry Elk Brewing Co. in Whittier, NC. This dog-friendly brewery invites two and four-legged friends to sit together outside at one of the picnic tables on the covered patio with fans. Visitors can sip on in-house brewed tap beers, wines, ciders, meads, or soft drinks while listening to local bands on the weekends. If you're feeling peckish, check out the daily rotating food truck options.

Mast General Store

Waynesville, NC

Mast General Store

Leashed dogs are welcome to join their humans at the quintessential Mast General Store located in downtown Waynesville, NC. Bring Fido as you shop for unique home decor, outdoor clothing, hiking and camping gear, candy by the pound, gifts, and souvenirs. They even have a pet section with leashes/collars, toys, locally-made treats, and water bowls.

Currahee Brewing Company

Currahee Brewing Company

Bring Fido to Currahee Brewing Company in Franklin, NC! This pet-friendly brewery invites leashed dogs are welcome to relax on Currahee's outdoor patio, which borders the water. Dogs are not allowed inside the Brewing Company. Currahee's menu includes year-round brews such as the Frankenstark, Wayah Lager, and the Garand IPA, as well as seasonal and limited release beers. The Franklin location of Currahee has a food truck on site, seven days a week, from open to close.

Waterrock Knob Trail

Waterrock Knob Trail

Waterrock Knob Trail in Sylva, NC, is pet friendly. It's a difficult, 1.2-mile hike on the Blue Ridge Parkway that will take about 1 hour to complete with Fido. With the steep elevation on this trail you will want to be sure your dog can climb and maneuver over large rocks. Please note that dogs must be on a leash no longer than 6 feet.

Jackson County Greenway

Jackson County Greenway

Jackson County Greenway is a pet-friendly trail that's perfect for enjoying a walk with Fido in Sylva, NC. This one-mile paved trail along the Tuckasegee River offers scenic views and sitting benches. Bring your leashed pup along for some exercise and fresh air at this popular recreation area.

Franklin Dog Park

Franklin Dog Park

Franklin Dog Park is a great place to bring your pooch to play off-leash in Franklin, NC. Featuring two fenced areas for large and small dogs, there's space for all sizes of pups to play. Take a walk around the trail that surrounds the fenced space with your leashed pooch after a game of fetch in the park. Public restrooms are also available, as well as dog waste stations to pick up after your pet. Franklin Dog Park is open every day of the week from 7am to 10pm.

Tractor Supply Co.

Tractor Supply Co.

Tractor Supply Co. is a dog friendly store in Clyde, NC. Bring your dog to shop with you for outdoor living essentials, hardware, tools, gardening supplies, pet food, and more. Your pup might even receive a treat at checkout!

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.

Cashiers Dog Park

Cashiers Dog Park

Take Fido out for some playtime at Cashiers Dog Park in Cashiers, NC. The off-leash park in located between the two ball fields in Cashiers Recreation Center. The dog park has two separate fenced in areas giving dedicated spaces for small and larger dogs. Cashiers Dog Park is close to parking and nearby restroom facilities.

Kitty Hawk Kites

Kitty Hawk Kites

Kitty Hawk Kites is a dog-friendly outdoor activity store located in the coastal community of Avon, North Carolina. These dog lovers welcome kite lovers to come and peruse the aisles of their eclectic store full of all things to get you high in the sky. In addition to all the great outdoor goods, they also stock dog treats to keep Fido happy while you're inside.

Waynesville Dog Park

Waynesville, NC

Waynesville Dog Park

Pets love to exercise and make friends at Waynesville Dog Park in Waynesville, NC. This fenced-in park includes two separate areas for large and small dogs with a mulch surface. No water is available on-site, so remember to bring some with you to quench Fido's thirst! Please note this park does routine maintenance year-round for potential closures.

Twigs & Leaves Gallery

Waynesville, NC

Twigs & Leaves Gallery

Twigs & Leaves Gallery is a dog-friendly artisan gallery in Waynesville, NC. Fido is welcome inside to peruse the beautifully curated collection of items like pottery, jewelry, wall art, photography, woodwork and more. Gift-wrapping and shipping is available.

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.

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