Dog Friendly Activities in Johnstown, PA

There are 4 dog friendly activities in Johnstown, and 23 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 Johnstown.

Philipsburg Dog Park

Philipsburg, PA

Philipsburg Dog Park Philipsburg Dog Park is a large fenced dog-friendly park where Fido can romp on lush grass while you rest on a bench. The large dog area features a large concrete pad shaped like a bone at the entrance. A small dog area is available as well. The park is open daily from sunrise to sunset and all dogs should respond to voice commands. See Details

Laurel Mountain State Park

Rector, PA

Laurel Mountain State Park Visit the pet-friendly Laurel Mountain State Park in Rector, PA. This park was one of the first ski areas in Pennsylvania and features a family-oriented downhill skiing area, the top of which reaches 3,000 feet in elevation, providing great opportunities for skiing and snowboarding. There are also many hiking trails for you and Fido to explore. Please note pets are only permitted in designated areas, and must leashed and cleaned up after. See Details

Forbes State Forest

Rector, PA

Forbes State Forest Bring Fido for an adventure at the pet-friendly Forbes State Forest near Rector, PA. Leashed furry friends are welcome at this 59,000-acre forest, which spans across Fayette County, Somerset County and Westmoreland County. Dogs must be leashed at all times and cleaned up after. See Details

Laurel Ridge State Park

Rockwood, PA

Laurel Ridge State Park Bring Fido to the dog-friendly Laurel Ridge State Park located in Rockwood, PA. This 13,625-acre recreation area features the 70-mile Laurel Highlands Hiking Trail and provides beautiful views of the Youghiogheny River and Conemaugh Gorge. Dogs must be leashed at all times and cleaned up after. See Details

Gallitzin State Forest

Dunlo, PA

Gallitzin State Forest Check out the pet-friendly Gallitzin State Forest near Dunlo, PA. Leashed furry friends are welcome at this forest, which spans 24,370 acres across Somerset County, Bedford County, Cambria County and Indiana County. Pets are permitted but must be leashed at all times and cleaned up after. See Details

Laurel Summit State Park

Somerset, PA

Laurel Summit State Park Visit the pet-friendly Laurel Summit State Park in Somerset, PA. Leashed pets are welcome at this six-acre recreation area, which features a scenic picnic area, a pavilion and hiking trails. Pets must be leashed at all times and cleaned up after. See Details

​Yellow Creek State Park

Dilltown, PA

​Yellow Creek State Park Check out the pet-friendly ​Yellow Creek State Park located in Penn Run near Dilltown, PA. Leashed pups are welcome at this 2,981-acre recreation area, which runs along of the first highways in the state, the Kittanning Path. You and Fido can explore the 720-acre Yellow Creek Lake, the hiking trails, picnic areas and more. Pets must be leashed and cleaned up after. See Details