Dog-Friendly Activities Near Turtlehead, Salem, SC, US

There are 42 dog-friendly activities near Turtlehead. 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 Turtlehead.

South Carolina Botanical Gardens

Clemson, SC 29.4 km

South Carolina Botanical Gardens South Carolina Botanical Gardens is a pet-friendly attraction in Clemson, SC. This diverse garden has 295 acres of natural landscapes, display gardens, and miles of streams and nature trails. The vast majority of Botanical Gardens in the U.S. do not allow dogs. The South Carolina Botanical Garden welcomes your pets as visitors. Dogs must be leashed, are not allowed on the Natural Heritage Garden Trail, must stay out of flower beds and stick to the trails. Dog owners are reminded to clean up any mess that their pups leave behind. See Details

Oconee State Park

Mountain Rest, SC 18.6 km

Oconee State Park Oconee State Park is a dog-friendly recreation site in Mountain Rest, SC. The 1,165 acres include two mountain lakes and a variety of recreational facilities for visitors to enjoy, including campgrounds, cabins, picnic areas and hiking trails. The park also serves as the western terminus for the 85-mile Foothills Trail, which crosses the state's crown and ends at Jones Gap State Park. Leashed pets are allowed in most outdoor areas. Pets aren't permitted in or around lodging facilities. See Details

Triple Falls and High Falls Trails

Pisgah Forest, NC 40.3 km

Triple Falls and High Falls Trails Triple Falls and High Falls Trails in Pisgah Forest, NC, is dog friendly. It's a moderately easy, 2.6-mile hike that will take about 1.5 hours to complete with Fido. Although this trail may be short, it will certainly take you past some of the most beautiful areas on the way to the waterfalls. Color is plentiful in spring when the flowers are blooming and fall when the leaves are changing. Please note that dogs must be on a leash and under control of the owner. Hunting allowed by permit on certain days. See Details

Yellow Branch Falls Hiking Trail

Walhalla, SC 25.1 km

Yellow Branch Falls Hiking Trail Bring Fido for an adventurous hike along Yellow Branch Falls Hiking Trail near Walhalla, SC. This 3-mile out-and-back trail is moderately difficult and should take 1hr 30 mins to complete. Beginning at a picnic area off of SC-28, hikers should follow a short nature trail which connects to Yellow Branch Falls Hiking Trail. Meander across several small streams before reaching Yellow Branch Falls, a beautiful 50-foot vertical waterfall. The trail is open year-round and is a popular route to explore. Dogs are allowed to be off-leash in some areas. See Details

Gorges State Park

Sapphire, NC 19.7 km

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! See Details

Whiteside Mountain National Recreation Trail

Cashiers, NC 28 km

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. See Details

Highlands Biological Station

Highlands, NC 29 km

Highlands Biological Station Highlands Biological Station is a dog-friendly activity in Highlands, NC, with flat trails for owners and their dogs to walk along. The 12-acre botanical garden features native azaleas, plants of the Cherokee, mosses and liverworts, wildflowers, butterfly-pollinated species, and rock outcrop species. At 3,800 feet, it's the highest public native plant botanical garden in the east. The HBS Gardens and grounds are open year-round, dawn to dusk, and are free of charge. Please keep Fido on a leash while visiting. See Details

Lake Keowee Boat Rentals

Seneca, SC 24 km

Lake Keowee Boat Rentals Offering high-quality boats and jet skis, Lake Keowee Boat Rentals in Seneca, SC is dog friendly! Leashed dogs are welcome to join their owners on its boats. Overnight docking and accessories such as tubes, wakeboards, and waterskis are also available. Bookings can be made online. Dog owners should check out the availability calendar and pricing breakdown on Lake Keowee Boat Rentals' website. See Details

Secret Falls Trail Head

Highlands, NC 24.8 km

Secret Falls Trail Head Secret Falls Trail Head is a pet-friendly trail in Highlands, NC. This 45 minute brisk walk leads to a 35 foot high waterfall and small lake below. Dogs are welcome, but owners are reminded to clean up after them and make sure they are leashed for other hiker's safety. See Details

Headwaters Outfitters

Rosman, NC 25.1 km

Headwaters Outfitters Headwaters Outfitters is a pet-friendly attraction in Rosman, NC. Take Fido out on the water on a canoe or kayak trip with Headwater Outfitters. Canoe and kayak trips offer plenty of river fun along the beautiful headwaters of the French Broad River. Choose from 3, 4, or 7-hour trips through the ever-changing river with gentle currents, fast-moving shoals, and sharp riverbend curves. Your dog is welcome to join you on all kayak and canoe trips as long as you transport him to and from the put-in/take-out in your own vehicle. Life jackets for humans, paddles, parking, river map, safety video, and instructions are all included in your rental. Make sure to bring snacks, beverages, and a lunch to enjoy on your trip. See Details

Kelsey-Hutchinson Founders Park

Highlands, NC 29.3 km

Kelsey-Hutchinson Founders Park Kelsey-Hutchinson Founders Park is a dog-friendly place in Highlands, NC. The park is a retreat for workers and visitors by day and a space for concerts, ice skating, arts and crafts, markets, and festivals by night. Dogs must be cleaned up after and leashed during their visit to Kelsey-Hutchinson. Dog pickup stations and trash bins are scattered throughout the park. See Details

Finder's Keepers Antiques & Collectibles

Pickens, SC 19.3 km

Finder's Keepers Antiques & Collectibles Well-behaved, leashed dogs can join their owners at Finder's Keepers Antiques & Collectibles in Pickens, SC. This local shop offers a diverse array of unique products for visitors to browse, including antique furniture, vintage games, used home decor, and more. See Details

Highlands Dog Park

Highlands, NC 29.9 km

Highlands Dog Park Highlands Dog Park is a fully-fenced park for dogs to run and play in Highlands, NC. It has a separate area for small, skittish, or elderly dogs. The park base is mulch and the park has a covered areas and water for dogs. See Details

Jocasse Lake Tours

Salem, SC 4.3 km

Jocasse Lake Tours Family-owned Jocasse Lake Tours is a pet-friendly water activity for Fido in Salem, SC. Bring Fido out for a day on the lake with some fun stops in between. See Details

Table Rock State Park

Pickens, SC 22.7 km

Table Rock State Park Table Rock State Park is a pet-friendly site in Pickens, SC. This 3,083-acre state park encompasses challenging hiking trails, two park lakes, a campground, rustic mountain cabins, meeting facilities and many other quality outdoor activities. Table Rock Mountain provides a towering backdrop for an upcountry retreat at the edge of the Blue Ridge Escarpment. Pets are not allowed in or around lodging facilities. See Details

Devils Fork State Park

Salem, SC 4.3 km

Devils Fork State Park Bring Fido to dog-friendly Devils Fork State Park in Salem, SC. The park provides the only public access to mountain spring-fed Lake Jocassee, a 7,565-acre lake which attracts tourists, dog owners and water sport enthusiasts. The park has a mile long nature trail, a boat ramp, playground, picnic areas and shelters, in addition to a park store which sells select grocery items and firewood. Overnight visitors can reserve one of five pet-friendly villas to enjoy an extended stay in this scenic park. During your visit drive to Jumping Off Rock for a panoramic lake view, hike the Oconee Bell Trail, and see the breathtaking waterfalls on Lake Jocassee. See Details

Mountain Waters Scenic Byway

Highlands, NC 29.6 km

Mountain Waters Scenic Byway Mountain Waters Scenic Byway is a pet-friendly activity in Highlands, NC. This sixty-mile drive leads through National Forest's two river gorges, hardwood forests and countryside. It's ideal for dogs who don't enjoy hiking, although you can stop along the way and get out for a walk at certain spots. See Details

Bald Rock Heritage Preserve

Cleveland, SC 31.7 km

Bald Rock Heritage Preserve Bald Rock Heritage Preserve is a dog-friendly scenic overlook located within Caesars Head State Park in Cleveland, SC. Leashed dogs are welcome to join you when stepping out onto the wide rock outcropping to admire stunning mountain views. Set off from a small pull-off on the east side of U.S. 276 to an adjoining footbridge near the parking area. Don't be deterred if you or your four-legged companion dislike heights, the summit of Bald Rock is so expansive that you can take in the full scale view without feeling as if you're teetering on the edge. See Details

Ceasars Head State Park

Cleveland, SC 33.6 km

Ceasars Head State Park Ceasars Head State Park, is a pet-friendly natural area that is part of the protected Mountain Bridge Wilderness Area in Cleveland, SC. With more than 50 miles of easy to strenuous hiking trails dotted by trailside camping, visitors to Caesars Head can avail themselves of majestic Blue Ridge Mountain panoramas in the verdant, secluded valleys of the area. Marvel at the beauty of Raven Cliff Falls, the excitement of mountain river fishing in the Middle Saluda, or just enjoy the sights and sounds of abundant wildlife during a picnic outing with family and friends. Leashed pets are allowed in most outdoor areas. Pets are not allowed in or around lodging facilities. See Details

Cashiers Dog Park

Cashiers, NC 26.9 km

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. See Details