Dog Friendly Hiking Trails Near OSU Airport

Leashed dogs are welcome at the pet-friendly Antrim Park in Columbus, OH. The park spans nearly 120 acres and is nestled alongside a picturesque quarried lake and the Olentangy Greenway Trail, making it an ideal destination for running, walking, biking or skating. A favorite spot for fishing, visitors can cast their lines from the shoreline or the large accessible dock. Each year, the Ohio Department of Natural Resources stocks the lake with Rainbow Trout. However, boats and swimming aren't permitted.

Fancyburg Park is a pet-friendly destination in Upper Arlington, OH. Leashed dogs are welcome to join you for a walk at this quiet, 25-acre park. Amenities include athletic fields, drinking fountains, a multi-use path, picnic tables, a playground, vending machines, restrooms and waste bag stations.

Located along the west bank of the Scioto River in Columbus, OH, Quarry Trails Metro Park is a 220-acre area described as an “urban Hocking Hills experience.” Your pup can join you in exploring the park’s off-leash dog park and pet-friendly trails, view the beautiful waterfall from an overlook, and ramble around the former quarry. Dogs must be leashed when not in the dog park area.

The Columbus Park of Roses in Columbus, OH, is a pet-friendly, 13-acre garden featuring over 7,500 rose specimens and five distinct horticultural themes. With more than a mile of paved walkways, benches and year-round beauty, it's a peaceful spot for a stroll with your leashed dog. As one of the largest public rose gardens in the U.S., it's a must-visit for nature lovers.

Leashed dogs are welcome at pet-friendly Whetstone Park in Columbus, OH. Park amenities include a gazebo, playground, pond, greenway trail access, and a parking lot. Enjoy a walk on the trails with Fido or a scenic picnic at this popular city park.

The Olentangy Trail is a multi-use trail that's a great place to walk Fido in Columbus! The map below shows a parking area with convenient access to the Olentangy 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.