Dog-Friendly Activities in Owensville, MO

Here are the dog-friendly activities closest to Owensville. Use the links below to get an overview of each one, see pictures, print directions, and even read reviews from other dog owners.

Pet Friendly Gateway Arch National Park
Gateway Arch National Park Gateway Arch National Park in St. Louis, MO is dog friendly. Bring your dog for a walk on the trails around this park and enjoy views of the Gateway Arch. Be sure to check out their visitor center and ask how your pup can join the BARK ranger program. Dogs are welcome, as long as they are well-behaved and cleaned up after. See Details
Pet Friendly Ha Ha Tonka State Park
Ha Ha Tonka State Park Leashed dogs are welcome at Ha Ha Tonka State Park, a pet-friendly park in Camdenton, MO. The park is a geologic wonderland with sinkholes, caves, a huge natural bridge, sheer bluffs and Missouri’s 12th largest spring. The ruins of a turn-of-the-century stone castle overlook these wonders and offer impressive views of the Lake of the Ozarks and Ha Ha Tonka Spring. A series of trails and boardwalks make it easy for visitors to experience all the park has to offer from its historic castle and geologic wonders to its wooded areas and open rocky glades. The Turkey Pen Hollow Trail is a 6.5 mile loop. Dogs are not allowed in historic buildings, public swimming areas or beaches. See Details
Grindstone Nature Area Fido is welcome off-leash on the 5-miles of dog-friendly nature trails of Grindstone Nature Area in Columbia, MO. The 200-acre park features lovely creeks and scenery. Please note that dogs must be leashed only on the Hinkson Creek Trail. See Details
Fanning 66 Outpost & Feedstore Featuring the second largest rocking chair in the world, Fanning 66 Outpost & Feedstore in Cuba, MO, is one of the highlights of Missouri's Route 66. This pet-friendly souvenir shop and general store has hundreds of unique Route 66 items, homemade gourmet popcorn and fudge, home goods, a variety of craft sodas, and kitchenware. See Details
Elephant Rocks State Park Elephant Rocks State Park in Belleview, MO is dog friendly. You and Fido can explore this state park together via the two hiking trails, and take a closer view of the elephant-shaped boulders. An extension of the trail will lead you to the ruins of a railroad engine house. Well-behaved, leashed pets are welcome. See Details
International Tap House - Soulard International Tap House - Soulard is a dog-friendly attraction in St. Louis, MO. Fido is welcome to accompany you for a drink on the spacious outside patio where water bowls are provided. International Tap House invites you to stop by for craft beer, wine, cider or seltzer. International Tap House does not offer food, but you are welcome to bring your own or order delivery from a local restaurant. See Details
Onondaga Cave State Park Leashed dogs are welcome at Onondaga Cave State Park, a pet-friendly park in Leasburg, MO. Descend into the depths of Onondaga Cave State Park and drop into a world of wonder: towering stalagmites, dripping stalactites, and active flowstones help make the cave a National Natural Landmark and illustrate why Missouri is often called “The Cave State.” Visitors can take guided tours into the underground wonderland. But if you prefer the surface, the park’s Vilander Bluff Natural Area provides a panoramic view of the Meramec River. Easy access to the Meramec River allows visitors to canoe or fish in a peaceful and scenic setting. See Details
Hawn State Park Bring Fido to explore nature at pet-friendly Hawn State Park in Sainte Genevieve, MO. This park stretches over 4,956 acres and boasts scenic landscapes of oak trees, sandy-bottom streams and sandstone cliffs. Plan a day out with Fido to hike one of the four popular walking routes which include Pickle Creek Trail and White Oak Trail. Dogs must remain leashed during your visit. See Details
Laumeier Sculpture Park Laumeier Sculpture Park in St Louis, MO, is a dog-friendly attraction. This expansive outdoor space features 60 works of large-scale outdoor sculptures in a 105-acre park. Dogs are welcome visitors in the Outdoor Galleries but must stay leashed at all times and picked up after by owners. Check their official website before your visit, as dogs are not allowed during special events. See Details
Tower Grove Park Your pup is welcome to join you at Tower Grove Park, a dog-friendly city park in St Louis, MO. Established in 1868, this beautiful green space boasts picturesque tree-lined gardens and paved paths to stroll along with your canine companion. Visitors will also see Palm House, the Chinese Pavilion, Water Lily Ponds, and the Robert & Martha Gaddy Bird Garden. Family-friendly attractions include carriage rides, tennis, courts, a playground, wading pool and numerous designated picnic areas. Please keep Fido on a leash during your visit. See Details
St. Johns Community Dog Park St. Johns Community Dog Park is a pet-friendly recreation area in St. Louis, MO. This fully fenced-in dog park is a popular place to bring your pooch for some exercise and to socialize. There's a separate area for small and large dogs, pet waste stations, and benches for humans to rest on while their dogs play. See Details
Castlewood State Park Castlewood State Park in Ballwin, MO is dog friendly. This expansive state park will give you and Fido beautiful views of the Meramec River and the lush valley that surrounds it. Hiking and mountain biking trails range from easy pathways to strenuous routes. This state park is good for fishing and wildlife viewing. Fido is allowed in the park if leashed, but it's requested they do not enter the historic buildings. See Details
Twin Lakes Recreation Area Dog Park Pets go wild for the huge, off-leash Twin Lakes Recreation Area Dog Park in Columbia, MO. The park includes lake access for doggie swimming as well as benches to relax on, and waste bags. The park features a separate area for smaller dogs, as well as an off-season section for use during the winter. See Details
Dr. Edmund a Babler Memorial State Park Bring Fido to enjoy the great outdoors at the dog-friendly Dr. Edmund A Babler Memorial State Park in Wildwood, MO. This state park is a popular site for family get-togethers, cookouts and exercise, thanks to the expansive miles of hiking, bicycling and equestrian trails. While leashed pets are allowed in the park, it's requested they do not enter buildings or the public swimming areas. See Details
Mark Twain Memorial Lighthouse Mark Twain Memorial Lighthouse is a dog-friendly trail and tourist attraction in Hannibal, MO. This lighthouse sits on top of a hill overlooking the Mississippi River, and features a set of stairs or a winding road that you can hike up too. Your leashed, friendly dog is welcome to join you on the trail and stairs surrounding the lighthouse, but they are not allowed inside. See Details
Riverboats at the Gateway Arch Riverboats at the Gateway Arch offer a unique way to view the Gateway Arch in St. Louis, MO. Fido is welcome to join you for a cruise down the St. Louis river, but dogs must remain on a leash while aboard the vessel. Please call to make a reservation for these pet-friendly tours. See Details
Route 66 State Park Route 66 State Park in Eureka, MO is dog friendly. You and your pup will enjoy exploring this expansive state park, where over 40 types of birds have been identified! Other amenities of the park include picnic sites and trails to walk with your pup. Fido needs to stay leashed during your visit, and it's requested dogs do not enter the historic buildings on site. See Details
St. Francois State Park Escape to nature at dog-friendly St. Francois State Park in Bonne Terre, MO. You and Fido can explore the three hiking trails that wind through wooded hills and glades. There is also access to Big River which allows canoeing and floating. Over 100 campgrounds are available for extended stays. Well-behaved, leashed dogs are welcome. See Details
Bur Oak Brewing Company Bur Oak Brewing Company is a dog-friendly brewery in Columbia, MO. Leashed, well-behaved dogs are welcome at a picnic table on the outdoor patio. This 15,000 square foot brewery combines craft beer and live events to offer a fun place for all to relax and unwind. Try their Clyde's Caramel Cream, Frank's Golden Cream, or Hoppen-Daz Raspberry when you're visiting! See Details
Point Labaddie Brewery Point Labaddie Brewery is a pet-friendly establishment in Labadie, MO. Bring your pooch along to hang out outside of this rural brewery with a great outdoor space. They offer a range of delicious brew classics and seasonal beers. Leashed dogs are welcome in the outdoor space. See Details
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