Dog Friendly Hiking Trails in Barnesville, MD

There are 36 dog-friendly hiking trails within 40 kilometers of Barnesville. 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 Barnesville.

Gathland State Park

Jefferson, MD

Gathland State Park As you hike the Appalachian Trail, take a break to explore dog-friendly Gathland State Park at the Crampton's Gap Trailhead in Jefferson, MD. Leashed dogs are welcome throughout the historic park, so you and Fido can explore the War Correspondent's Arch, the South Mountain Battlefield, and a picnic at the pavilion. See Details

Washington Monument State Park

Middletown, MD

Washington Monument State Park Washington Monument State Park is a dog-friendly recreational area in Middletown, MD. You and Fido can hop on a section of the Appalachian Trail to get to the centerpiece of the park, Washington Monument, the first completed monument in George Washington's memory. Dogs are welcome to join their owners on a leash under six feet, as long as owners clean up any mess after them. See Details

Seneca Creek State Park

Gaithersburg, MD

Seneca Creek State Park Leashed dogs are allowed at Seneca Creek State Park, consisting of 6,300 acres that extend along 14 scenic miles of Seneca Creek towards the Potomac River in Gaithersburg, MD. There's an astonishing 50 miles of hiking trails around this pet-friendly park for you and Fido to enjoy, and one of the main attractions of the park is the 90-acre Clopper Lake surrounded by forests and fields. See Details

Great Falls Park

McLean, VA

Great Falls Park Dogs are welcome to join their owners at Great Falls Park in McLean, VA. The trails at this pet-friendly park will lead you to an amazing view from the top, and there are several different trails you can explore with your leashed pup. See Details

Lake Fairfax Park

Reston, VA

Lake Fairfax Park Lake Fairfax Park welcomes leashed dogs in campgrounds and on trails unless otherwise marked. This pet-friendly park on 476 acres in Reston, VA features several hiking and biking trails, an 18-acre lake, athletic fields, a skate park, a marina, and a campground. See Details

Rock Creek Trail (MD)

Bethesda, MD

Rock Creek Trail (MD) The Rock Creek Trail (MD) is a multi-use trail that's a great place to walk Fido in Bethesda! The map below shows a parking area with convenient access to the Rock Creek Trail (MD). 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

McLean Central Park

McLean, VA

McLean Central Park McLean Central Park is a local wooded recreation area in McLean, VA. This pet-friendly park features a large field as well as some trails, where leashed pups are welcome to explore. The park also has a gazebo and disc golf course. See Details

Billy Goat Trail

Potomac, MD

Billy Goat Trail Leashed pets are welcome to join you for a hike through sections B & C of Billy Goat Trail in Potomac, MD. This lovely pet-friendly area features waterfalls and rapids. Try section B for a challenging 1.4-mile adventure or section C for an easier 1.6-mile hike. Please note that pets are not permitted in section A of the trail. See Details

Gambrill State Park

Frederick, MD

Gambrill State Park Gambrill State Park is a dog-friendly destination where Fido is invited to hike with you in Frederick, MD. In addition to the trails, leashed pups are also welcome in the day-use areas with picnic shelters and in the many campgrounds dotted around the park. Located on the ridge of the Catoctin Mountains, the park's 16 miles of trails weave around woodlands taking you to beautiful overlooks of prairies and farmland for miles around. See Details

Capital Crescent Trail

Chevy Chase, MD

Capital Crescent Trail The Capital Crescent 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 Chevy Chase! The map below shows a parking area with convenient access to the Capital Crescent 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

South Mountain State Battlefield

Middletown, MD

South Mountain State Battlefield South Mountain State Battlefield is a pet-friendly attraction in Middletown. This park commemorates the battleground where the first major Civil War battle took place in Maryland. Located along the gaps of South Mountain, you and your leashed pup can jump on the Appalachian Trail and check out the only place in the country where it intersects with a battleground. The rest of the park is made up of diverse farm and forestland. See Details

Glen Echo Park

Glen Echo, MD

Glen Echo Park Glen Echo Park is a pet-friendly outdoor recreation area in Glen Echo, MD. Owners can bring their leashed four-legged companions here to explore with a stroll around the grounds or unwind with a delicious picnic. Other amenities include a carousel, playground and restrooms. Dogs must be leashed during their visit, and owners must pick up waste. See Details

Black Hill Regional Park

Boyds, MD

Black Hill Regional Park Bring your leashed dog for a hike on over 20 miles of pet-friendly trails at Black Hill Regional Dog Park in Boyds, MD. This regional park, located along Little Seneca Lake, also features picnic shelters, a playground and a half-acre fenced dog park. See Details

Meadowlark Botanical Gardens

Vienna, VA

Meadowlark Botanical Gardens Meadowlark Botanical Gardens, a tranquil haven of lush greenery and colorful blooms in Vienna, VA, welcomes leashed dogs along the pet-friendly perimeter trail, marked as number 15 on their map. Additionally, dogs can explore the garden during specific days throughout the year. See Details

Riverbend Park

Great Falls, VA

Riverbend Park Riverbend Park, located in Great Falls, VA, is a dog-friendly hiking destination where your leashed pup can explore a variety of trails, including paths along the river and through wooded areas. Keep an eye out for bald eagles soaring overhead, and you might also spot other visitors fishing or canoeing on the water. See Details

Rock Creek Trail (MD)

Silver Spring, MD

Rock Creek Trail (MD) The Rock Creek Trail (MD) is a multi-use trail that's a great place to walk Fido in Silver Spring! The map below shows a parking area with convenient access to the Rock Creek Trail (MD). 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

Bethesda Trolley Trail

Bethesda, MD

Bethesda Trolley Trail The Bethesda Trolley 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 Bethesda! The map below shows a parking area with convenient access to the Bethesda Trolley 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

Rock Creek Trail (MD)

Rockville, MD

Rock Creek Trail (MD) The Rock Creek Trail (MD) is a multi-use trail that's a great place to walk Fido in Rockville! The map below shows a parking area with convenient access to the Rock Creek Trail (MD). 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

Chesapeake & Ohio Canal National Historical Park

Bethesda, MD

Chesapeake & Ohio Canal National Historical Park The Chesapeake & Ohio Canal National Historical Park is a multi-use trail preserved from a historic canal towpath that's a great place to walk Fido in Bethesda! The map below shows a parking area with convenient access to the Chesapeake & Ohio Canal National Historical Park. 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

Chesapeake & Ohio Canal National Historical Park

Dickerson, MD

Chesapeake & Ohio Canal National Historical Park The Chesapeake & Ohio Canal National Historical Park is a multi-use trail preserved from a historic canal towpath that's a great place to walk Fido in Dickerson! The map below shows a parking area with convenient access to the Chesapeake & Ohio Canal National Historical Park. 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