Dog-Friendly Activities in Middlesex, NC

There are 15 dog-friendly activities within 40 kilometers of Middlesex. 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 Middlesex.

Ashley Wilder Dog Park at Knightdale Station Park

Knightdale, NC

Ashley Wilder Dog Park at Knightdale Station Park Ashley Wilder Dog Park is a recreation area in Knightdale Station Park in Knightdale, NC. This dog park features separate gated areas to allow your dog off-leash so that the little dogs (under 25 lbs) and bigger dogs (over 25 lbs) can feel free to be as comfortable and happy as physically possible. No lack of wagging tails here! See Details

Deep River Brewing Company

Clayton, NC

Deep River Brewing Company Deep River Brewing Company is a dog-friendly brewery in Clayton, NC. This small, industrial craft brewery specializes in a lineup of American styles using local ingredients. If you're looking for something to soak up the beer, pay a visit to one of the visiting food trucks on the rotating schedule. Dogs are welcome throughout, as long as they are leashed and well-behaved. See Details

Smithfield Dog Park

Smithfield, NC

Smithfield Dog Park Bring Fido to blow off some steam at the Smithfield Dog Park in Smithfield, NC. This pup recreation area features separate sections for small and large dogs, waste bags, benches, and plenty of space to run and play. See Details

Bearded Bee Brewing Co.

Wendell, NC

Bearded Bee Brewing Co. Well-behaved, leashed dogs are welcome both inside and in the beer garden outside Bearded Bee Brewing Co., a pet-friendly brewery in Wendell, NC. You can enjoy their craft beers that are brewed on site. Wine, mead, cider and ginger beer are also served. Food trucks visit frequently, and you are also welcome to bring your own food from a nearby eatery. Please note that dogs are not permitted on any of the furniture at the taproom. There is a table available with water bowls, dog treats and waste bags to help make canine visitors comfortable. See Details

Flaherty Dog Park

Wake Forest, NC

Flaherty Dog Park Flaherty Dog Park in Wake Forest, NC, allows dog owners to let their pets run safely and legally without a leash. The park is approximately two acres and is located adjacent to the baseball and softball fields. It features a 5' high chain link fence, paved entrance and double gated entry, grass, picnic tables, water stations and pet cleanup stations. Note the park is closed for cleaning and maintenance on weekdays between 7:30 AM - 8:30 AM. See Details

East Clayton Dog Park

Clayton, NC

East Clayton Dog Park Fido will love visiting the East Clayton Dog Park for excise and playtime in Clayton, NC. This three-acre recreation area has two enclosed spaces - one for small and one for large dogs. Rules for the dog park are listed at the entrance. Note that the water at the park gets turned off in the winter months. See Details

Whistlestop Bottleshop

Wendell, NC

Whistlestop Bottleshop Whistlestop Bottleshop, located in Wendell, NC, is a pet-friendly wine and beer retail store offering pints of beer and wine by the glass. Fido is welcome to join you inside at the bar or one of their tables. Food trucks are on site some days (call ahead for schedule), or you are welcome to bring your own food. See Details

The Vollis Simpson Whirligig Park

Wilson, NC

The Vollis Simpson Whirligig Park The Vollis Simpson Whirligig Park is pet friendly. This one-of-a-kind art park in the heart of Historic Downtown Wilson, NC preserves the uniquely whirly work of local artist Vollis Simpson. Leashed dogs are welcome to join you in the park. See Details

Mona Pants Scroungeporium

Zebulon, NC

Mona Pants Scroungeporium Mona Pants Scroungeporium is a dog-friendly boutique in Zebulon, NC. Your friendly, leashed dog is welcome to join you inside the store, to peruse the aisles for your next furniture, art, or antique purchase. This fun store donates 25% of their proceeds to animal rescues each year. See Details

Clemmons Educational State Forest

Clayton, NC

Clemmons Educational State Forest Clemmons Educational State Forest is a pet-friendly recreation area in Clayton, NC. It offers a distinctive outdoor experience with pine stands, hardwoods, streams, and rock formations, accessible via well-marked trails educational exhibits along the way. Visiting dogs must be on a leash and under direct control at all times. See Details

Louisburg Bike Trail

Louisburg, NC

Louisburg Bike Trail The dog-friendly Louisburg Bike Trail 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 Louisburg! The map below shows a parking area with convenient access to the Louisburg Bike Trail. 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. See Details

K-9 Corral Wendell Dog Park

Wendell, NC

K-9 Corral Wendell Dog Park Bring Fido for some off-leash fun at the K-9 Corral Wendell Dog Park in Wendell, NC. This fenced dog park offers plenty of open space for pups to expend some of their energy. The park features a separate small dog section, trees, agility obstacles, waste bags, waste receptacles and benches. See Details

InStill Distilling Co.

Clayton, NC

InStill Distilling Co. Fido is welcome to join you on the outdoor, pet-friendly patio at InStill Distilling Co. in Clayton, NC. Enjoy a variety of drinks from the cocktail bar, including mojitos, daquiris, painkillers and mai tais, all made with hand crafted spirits. Be sure to check their website for upcoming events and food trucks. See Details

Nashville Bark Park

Nashville, NC

Nashville Bark Park Fido is invited to play at the Nashville Bark Park in Nashville, NC. This off-leash facility has a water station, dog agility equipment, a pet waste station and a picnic table. Dog owners are reminded to clean up any mess left behind. This area is located right off exit 459 from Hwy 64 for your convenience. See Details

Petro Kenly

Kenly, NC

Petro Kenly Petro Kenly gas station in Kenly, NC, has a dedicated area for pets that need some exercise or a rest break. Waste bags and trash receptacles are also available for easy cleanup. TA and Petro Travel Stores also carry a variety of pet care products. This dog-friendly location also has an Iron Skillet, Taco Bell, Subway, Dairy Queen, Pizza Hut Express, Wendy's, Caribou coffee and a Travel Store. See Details

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