Dog Friendly Hiking Trails in Choctaw, MS

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

Vicksburg National Military Park

Vicksburg, MS

Vicksburg National Military Park Vicksburg National Military Park in Mississippi is pet friendly. This park preserves the site of the American Civil War Battle of Vicksburg and commemorates the greater Vicksburg Campaign, which led up to the battle. Leashed dogs are welcome in the outdoor areas on the trails, as long as they are leashed and all mess is cleaned up after them. See Details

Roosevelt State Park

Morton, MS

Roosevelt State Park Roosevelt State Park in Morton, MS, is dog friendly. You can bring Fido with you to enjoy the nature trails. One of them leads to a panoramic view of the Bienville National Forest at the scenic overlook. There is a fee to enter this park. See Details

Cane Creek State Park

Star City, AR

Cane Creek State Park Cane Creek State Park is a pet-friendly destination in Star City, AR. Bring Fido to hike through the 2,171 acres of woodlands in the Coastal Plain or enjoy fishing. Always keep your furry friend on a leash to protect wildlife during your visit. See Details

Cane Creek Park

Waxhaw, NC

Cane Creek Park Take your furry friend to Cane Creek Park in Waxhaw, NC. This pet-friendly destination features multiple trail loops of varying lengths, ranging from easy to moderate difficulty, with plenty of space for passing other hikers and their dogs. The well-maintained trails, facilities and grounds ensure a pleasant visit. There’s also a lake area where pups can enjoy a swim. Please note that an entrance fee is required. See Details

Lamar Park

Oxford, MS

Lamar Park Lamar Park is a large dog-friendly park in Oxford, MS. Leashed dogs are welcome to join you on the walking trails. The largest loop is approximately 1.5 miles. There are sculptures you can view as you jog or stroll around the lake, and there are benches where you can rest and take in the scenery with Fido. See Details

Legion State Park

Louisville, MS

Legion State Park Legion State Park is a pet-friendly spot in Louisville, MS. You are welcome to Bring Fido to enjoy this land once occupied by the Choctaw Indian Nation. The nature trails around the park will take you to Legion Lodge, a hand-hewn log structure that has remained unaltered since its construction in the 1930s. Dogs must be kept on a leash for the duration of their visit. See Details

LeFleur's Bluff State Park

Jackson, MS

LeFleur's Bluff State Park LeFleur's Bluff State Park is a pet-friendly attraction in the heart of Jackson, MS. Bring your leashed pup to explore the 305-acre park. Activities include nature trails, a nine-hole disc golf course, fishing opportunities and picnic spots. See Details

Golden Memorial State Park

Forest, MS

Golden Memorial State Park Golden Memorial State Park is a pet-friendly spot in Walnut Grove and Forest, MS. Bring Fido to take a trip down memory lane to a time of the Civil War in America. The park has picnic tables for lunch, grills and nature trails to explore with your pup. A 15-acre spring-fed lake is also available that is stocked with bass and bream. A fee is required to enter this park. See Details

South Campus Rail Trail

Oxford, MS

South Campus Rail Trail The South Campus Rail 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 Oxford! The map below shows a trailhead where you can pick up the South Campus Rail 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

Cypress Swamp Trail

Canton, MS

Cypress Swamp Trail Bring Fido on a walk across the boardwalk on the popular and dog-friendly Cypress Swamp Trail. The pathway leads you through the swamp at milepost 122 on the Natchez Trace Parkway in Canton, MS. The best time of year to visit is during fall when the trees turn various stunning colors. Leashed dogs are welcome to join you on the boardwalk as long as they are well-behaved and cleaned up after. See Details

Oxford Depot Trail

Oxford, MS

Oxford Depot Trail The Oxford Depot 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 Oxford! The map below shows a trailhead where you can pick up the Oxford Depot 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

Helena River Park

Helena, AR

Helena River Park Bring Fido to the pet-friendly Helena River Park in Helena, AR. This area features a 60-foot boat ramp, one of the largest public access ramps on the lower Mississippi. Fido is welcome to join you on the boardwalk, which takes visitors to the river's edge, with panels explaining the local ecosystem and the Civil War. See Details

Jeff Busby Park

Ackerman, MS

Jeff Busby Park Located on the Natchez Trace Parkway in Ackerman, MS, the Jeff Busby Park features a campsite and trailhead that is a must-visit if you're enjoying a dog-friendly road trip. One of the highlights is the Little Mountain Trail, which leads to a great view across the state and is one of the highest elevations. See Details

Chickasaw State Park

Gallion, AL

Chickasaw State Park Chickasaw State Park is a pet-friendly 520-acre roadside destination tucked along U.S. 43 in Gallion, AL. The park features modern campsites, a wading pool, rental pavilions, playground equipment and plenty of green space. Dogs are welcome in most park areas as long as they are leashed. Bike and horseback riding trails may not allow your pup for safety reasons. Your furry friend isn't permitted in stores, food service areas, bathhouses, pools and swimming areas. Fido cannot be left unattended and will be confiscated if left in a hot car. See Details

Arkansas Post National Memorial

Gillett, AR

Arkansas Post National Memorial Leashed dogs can join you on the Arkansas Post National Memorial trails in Gillett, AR. You and Fido can see the historic town site, stroll along the nature trails, or visit the Battle of Arkansas Post site. The post was also the site of a skirmish during the Revolutionary War and played an essential role in the state's Civil War history. See Details

Little Mountain Trail

Ackerman, MS

Little Mountain Trail Little Mountain Trail is a pet-friendly path located at Jeff Busby Park in Ackerman, MS. One of the highest points in Mississippi, this half-mile pathway is worth a hike if you're passing through on Natchez Trace Parkway. Leashed dogs are welcome, as long as they are cleaned up after. The trail can be accessed daily. See Details

Delta Heritage Trail State Park

West Helena, AR

Delta Heritage Trail State Park Delta Heritage Trail State Park is pet-friendly. Take a walk with your pooch on the trail that winds through a variety of different wildlife habitats and beautiful plants. The trail is currently 44 miles in length, but is constantly expanding with an aim for the whole rail-to-trail pathway to reach 84.5-miles in length by completion. Delta Heritage Trail State Park is open every day of the week from 8am to 5pm. See Details

Hugh White State Park

Grenada, MS

Hugh White State Park Dogs are welcome to join their owners at the pet-friendly Hugh White State Park in Grenada, MS. Located on scenic Grenada Lake; this is the perfect place for a spot of fishing. There are several grassy areas for Fido to walk on and trails on the shore of the lake. Remember to pack a picnic and enjoy it on one of the benches on the banks of the river. See Details

Tanglefoot Trail - Ecru Trailhead

Ecru, MS

Tanglefoot Trail - Ecru Trailhead Tanglefoot Trail is a pet-friendly attraction in Ecru, MS. Your leashed furry friend can tag along on this asphalt trail, which totals 43.6 miles and takes you through Chickasaw, Pontotoc, and Union counties. The path offers views of mature hardwood forests, trees draped in vines, fields of cotton and soybeans, and wetlands. See Details

Bienville National Forest

Forest, MS

Bienville National Forest Bienville National Forest is a dog-friendly recreation space covering a vast area in and around Forest, MS. You can enjoy hiking a variety of trails with your leashed pup. Fishing, camping, biking, picnicking and boating are also popular activities. Please remember to clean up after Fido. See Details