Dog Friendly Hiking Trails in Baxley, GA

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

Fort Pulaski National Monument

Tybee Island, GA

Fort Pulaski National Monument Pet-friendly Fort Pulaski National Monument in Tybee Island, GA, offers dog owners the chance to experience many interesting and exciting activities year-round. Leashed dogs are welcome to enter the fort and explore the hiking trails within the monument. Fido is also allowed to walk along the shoreline; however, dogs shouldn't enter the water due to the very strong current. While visiting, they offer Fido the chance to join the Bark Ranger program and receive a free tag for his collar! This program consists of learning what each letter in B.A.R.K. stands for and practicing these lessons during your visit. See Details

Jacksonville Arboretum & Botanical Gardens

Jacksonville, FL

Jacksonville Arboretum & Botanical Gardens Jacksonville Arboretum & Botanical Gardens in Jacksonville, FL, is pet friendly. This 120-acre urban woodland is full of trails for you to explore and enjoy with your pooch. In addition, over 3 miles of rustic hiking trails wind quietly through a series of distinct ecological habitats. Chill out on one of the benches around the park, have a picnic and enjoy a day outside with your pup. See Details

Skidaway Island State Park

Savannah, GA

Skidaway Island State Park Located near historic Savannah, the dog-friendly Skidaway Island State Park is a part of Georgia’s intracoastal waterway. The park provides camping and picnicking surrounded by Spanish moss-draped live oaks. Trails wind through maritime forest and over salt marsh allowing visitors to watch for deer, fiddler crabs, raccoon, egrets and migrating birds such as colorful painted buntings. An observation tower provides another chance to watch for wildlife on the barrier island. Dogs must be leashed at all times and are not permitted in any buildings. See Details

Fort McAllister State Park

Richmond Hill, GA

Fort McAllister State Park Fort McAllister State Park is the ultimate pet-friendly historic attraction in Richmond Hill, GA. Leashed dogs are welcome in the museum, on Red Bird Creek trail and throughout the historic grounds. See Details

Bonaventure Cemetery

Thunderbolt, GA

Bonaventure Cemetery While a cemetery might not be the first place you think of to visit with your dog, Bonaventure Cemetery is considered a must-see by Savannah locals and visitors alike. This beautiful final resting place is open daily and there's no admission fee to stroll the grounds. Keep your dogs leashed at all times and make sure to clean up any doggie messes. The dog-friendly Bonaventure Cemetery is over 170 years old, and features few modern amenities. Comfortable shoes, sunscreen, and bug spray are recommended. See Details

Wormsloe State Historic Site

Savannah, GA

Wormsloe State Historic Site Leashed dogs are welcome on historic site trails at Wormsloe State Historic Site, a pet-friendly attraction in Savannah, GA. A breathtaking avenue sheltered by live oaks and Spanish moss leads to the tabby ruins of this Colonial estate dating back to the 1700. The interpretive nature trail (0.8 miles) leads past the tabby ruins along the marsh to the Colonial Life Area where, during programs and special events, demonstrators in period dress exhibit the tools and skills of Colonial Georgia. Many more nature trails are also accessible, ranging from 3 miles (Battery Trail) to 0.2 miles (Yellow Trail). Dogs aren't permitted in any buildings. See Details

Reed Bingham State Park

Adel, GA

Reed Bingham State Park Dogs are welcome at Reed Bingham State Park in Adel, GA, home to a 375-acre lake that's popular with boaters, water skiers, and anglers who love fishing for bass, crappie, catfish and bream. There are seven miles of dog-friendly trails that weave around the wooded areas around the lake. You can also enjoy the picnic areas at this state park together. See Details

Stephen Foster Folk Culture Center State Park

White Springs, FL

Stephen Foster Folk Culture Center State Park Dogs are welcome to enjoy some of the trails at Stephen Foster Folk Culture Center State Park. Unfortunately, they are not allowed to enter any of the buildings that commemorate the American composer, Stephen Foster, who wrote the song that made the Suwannee River famous, Old Folks at Home. Even though you can't check out the museum, you can still have a great day on the hiking trails that take in high river bluffs and limestone outcroppings, swamp forest, hammocks, and piney flatwoods alongside the Suwannee River. You might even spot wildlife along the trails, including gopher tortoise, box turtles, alligators, white-tailed deer, wood ducks, and a number of different types of bird. See Details

Fort King George State Historic Site

Darien, GA

Fort King George State Historic Site Leashed dogs are allowed on the grounds of Fort King George State Historic Site, a pet-friendly site in Darien, GA. This is the oldest remaining English fort in Georgia. While Fido isn't allowed inside the historic buildings, you can both enjoy the lovely trails around the area. See Details

Amerson River Park

Macon, GA

Amerson River Park Amerson River Park is a pet-friendly recreation area in Macon, GA, where leashed dogs are welcome. The park is part of the Ocmulgee Heritage Trail and features 3.5 miles of paved trails, .75 miles of mulch trails, picnic pavilions, restrooms, and more. Be sure to check out The Overlook, the park's scenic centerpiece. See Details

Okefenokee National Wildlife Refuge

Folkston, GA

Okefenokee National Wildlife Refuge The pet-friendly Okefenokee National Wildlife Refuge in Folkston, GA, welcomes leashed pups to explore parts of the property with their owners. Note that dogs aren't permitted in boats, buildings or on boardwalks. Outdoor enthusiasts can enjoy photography, hiking, wildlife watching, fishing and more during their visit. See Details

Hamburg State Park

Mitchell, GA

Hamburg State Park Fido is welcome at Hamburg State Park in Mitchell, GA. This 741-acre, pet-friendly park offers 3.5-miles of beautiful trails as well as fishing opportunities. Dogs are allowed as long as they're on a leash no longer than 6 feet; however, they aren't permitted in or around historic sites, lodges, group camps or swimming areas See Details

North Loop Trail

Jekyll Island, GA

North Loop Trail North Loop Trail is a pet-friendly pathway and part of the Jekyll Island, GA trail network. This paved trail is great for cycling, walking with your pooch and exploring one of the Golden Isles. Leashed dogs are welcome, as long as they are well-behaved and cleaned up after. See Details

Big Indian Creek Waterway Trails

Perry, GA

Big Indian Creek Waterway Trails Big Indian Creek Waterway Trails are pet-friendly. Located at Rotary Centennial Park, Perry’s beautiful nature trail network welcomes you and your pooch to wander along paved, tree-lined walking trails next to a pretty creek. Leashed dogs are welcome, as long as they are well-behaved and cleaned up after. See Details

J.F. Gregory Recreational Park

Richmond Hill, GA

J.F. Gregory Recreational Park Leashed pups are welcome at J.F. Gregory Recreational Park, a pet-friendly outdoor space in Richmond Hill, GA. You and Fido can explore the scenic 3-miles of nature trails, amphitheater, pavilions and large open fields at this popular city park. See Details

Crooked River State Park

St. Marys, GA

Crooked River State Park Located on southern tip of Georgia's Colonial Coast in St. Mary's, dog-friendly Crooked River State Park is the perfect spot for enjoying the intracoastal waterway and maritime forest. Campsites are surrounded by palmettos and Spanish moss-draped oaks, while cottages are set near the tidal river. A boat ramp is popular with anglers who often take to the water before sunrise. Just down the road is the ferry to famous Cumberland Island National Seashore known for secluded beaches and wild horses. The park's nature trail winds through forest and salt marsh, and hikers may see gopher tortoises, fiddler crabs, herons and other birds. Dogs are allowed on all trails, but must be kept on a 6-ft max leash. Dogs are not permitted in or around historic sites, lodges, group camps, or swimming areas. See Details

Laura S. Walker State Park

Waycross, GA

Laura S. Walker State Park Dog-friendly Laura S. Walker State Park in Waycross, GA, allows leashed pets but they are not permitted in or around historic sites, lodges, group camps, or swimming areas. This park offers 4 miles of walking trails along with a wildlife observation boardwalk. There is a small fee to access the park. Pet-friendly camping options are available. See Details

Emmet Park

Savannah, GA

Emmet Park Leashed dogs are welcome at Emmet Park, a pet-friendly recreation space in Savannah, GA. You and Fido can explore the pathways, wander the historic relics and pay respects at memorials to soldiers and military organizations from the city’s first settlement through to the present day. See Details

Memorial Park

Jacksonville, FL

Memorial Park Memorial Park is a pet-friendly community spot in Jacksonville, FL. Your leashed four-legged family member is welcome to tag along to explore the area. Enjoy a scenic trail along the water and ample open space, ideal for a picnic beneath the shade of a tree. See Details

Tom White Linear Park

Moultrie, GA

Tom White Linear Park Tom White Linear Park 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 Moultrie! The map below shows a parking area with convenient access to Tom White Linear 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