Dog-Friendly Activities in Markleton, PA

The Great Allegheny Passage 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 dog-friendly "rail-trail" is now a great place to walk Fido in Markleton! The map below shows a parking area with convenient access to the Great Allegheny Passage. 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.

Jager & Friends Dog Park, located behind Georgian Place, is Somerset, PA's first off-leash dog park. There are benches, picnic tables, a pavilion and separate areas for large and small dogs. Bring Fido to socialize and make new friends!

Located primarily in Fayette County in Ohiopyle, PA, the pet-friendly Ohiopyle State Park encompasses about 19,052 acres of rugged natural beauty and serves as the gateway to the Laurel Mountains. Leashed dogs are welcome. The focal point of the area is the more than 14 miles of the Youghiogheny [yaw-ki-GAY-nee] River Gorge that passes through the heart of the park. Surrounding Ohiopyle Falls is the Falls Day Use Area, the central point for the casual visitor. This area provides parking, modern restrooms, a gift shop/snack bar, and overlook platforms with magnificent scenery.

Bring Fido to the dog-friendly Laurel Hill State Park in Somerset, PA. Leashed pets are welcome at this 4,062-acre recreation area, which features the 62-acre Laurel Hill Lake, plus thousands of acres of beautiful forest lands. Pets must be leashed at all times and cleaned up after.

Glades Pike Winery, nestled in the rolling Laurel Highlands near Somerset, PA, offers visitors a full experience of vineyard charm and hospitality. Leashed dogs are invited to stroll through their grounds, and guests can enjoy wine flights or wine by the glass on the spacious deck or by the gazebo.

New Germany State Park is a dog-friendly destination sandwiched between Big Savage Mountain and Meadow Mountain in Grantsville, MD. Enjoy diverse forests, a small lake and ten miles of multi-use trails to explore. Pets are welcome in Hemlock camp loop, some of the cabins, the day-use area, and on the lake, but not on groomed trails during cross-country ski season and on the sandy beach portion of the swimming beach.

Dogs are allowed at Casselman River Bridge State Park in Grantsville, Maryland. The centerpiece of this 4-acre park is the bridge, a historic landmark constructed in 1813. Dogs and their owners can walk over it, as people have for over 200 years. Other amenities include picnic tables and restrooms.

Managed by the Deep Creek Lake Lions Club, McHenry Community Park is a pet-friendly recreation area in McHenry, MD. Bring your leashed pup for a walk on the 6-mile Meshach Browning Trail System, or relax with a picnic lunch at the covered pavilion. Other park amenities include a disc golf course, a softball field, restrooms and the Garrett County Dog Park.

Check out the dog-friendly Kooser State Park in Somerset, PA. Leashed furry friends are welcome at this recreation area, which reaches an altitude of 2,600 feet and features 250 acres of forest and streams, providing opportunities for hiking and fishing. Pets must be leashed and cleaned up after.

The PWS Trail System 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 Somerset! The map below shows a parking area with convenient access to the PWS Trail System. 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.

Family-owned Whitehorse Brewing is a 10-barrel brewery and taproom in Berlin, PA. Fido is invited to join you on their dog-friendly, covered pavilion where you and your pup can relax at a table while enjoying a variety of handcrafted beers. They regularly host live music and a rotating selection of food trucks. This location is open to the public Thursdays through Saturdays in the evening.

Ponfeigh Distillery in Somerset, PA, is a pet-friendly attraction where well-behaved, leashed dogs are welcome both inside the tasting room and outside at the seasonal covered bar. Guests can enjoy rotating food trucks alongside house-made spirits, including whiskey, rum and gin.

Savage River State Forest in Grantsville, MD offers more than 54,000 acres of natural wonderland for you to explore with your furry best friend. Enjoy dog-friendly hiking and biking trails, canoeing, picnics, geocaching, and more than 10 miles of cross-country ski trails for skijoring with your pup. Just make sure Fido is on a leash at all times.

Sachs Covered Bridge is a dog-friendly historic landmark in Gettysburg, PA. Leashed dogs are welcome to join you as you walk across the 1852 covered bridge, relax along the banks of Marsh Creek or enjoy a peaceful stroll by the water. The bridge played a role during the Battle of Gettysburg and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places.

Sang Run State Park is a pet-friendly destination in McHenry, MD. Enjoy a hike with Fido on a mile-long trail that weaves through the agricultural farm fields, large old trees and wildflower meadows. Other activities include fishing, picnicking and relaxing along the Youghiogheny River. Leashed pets are welcome but are not permitted inside of the Historic Friends Store.

Dogs are welcome at Youghiogheny Wild River Natural Environmental Area between Friendsville and Oakland, with boat put-in access in McHenry, MD. This pet-friendly destination is part of the large Mississippi River watershed, providing lots of water-based activities to partake in with Fido. The best trail access for hiking this area is found at Swallow Falls State Park. Please leash and clean up after your pets.

Bring Fido to Dans Mountain State Park in Lonaconing, MD. This 481-acre outdoor recreation space is a great spot to explore with your four-legged adventure pal. Amenities of this park include picnic pavilions, a recycled-tire playground, a pond for fishing and more. While dogs are invited to visit this park, they aren't permitted in the swimming pool area.

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.

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.

The Great Allegheny Passage 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 dog-friendly "rail-trail" is now a great place to walk Fido in Confluence! The map below shows a parking area with convenient access to the Great Allegheny Passage. 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.