Dog Friendly Hiking Trails in Derby, IN

There are 6 dog-friendly hiking trails within 40 kilometres of Derby. 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 Derby.

Pet Friendly O'Bannon Woods State Park
O'Bannon Woods State Park O'Bannon Woods State Park in Corydon, IN is dog friendly. Bordering the Ohio River, the park is home to a uniquely restored, working haypress barn. There are plenty of hiking trails to enjoy around the park, some of which will lead you and your pooch to Indiana’s first natural and scenic river, Blue River. There are nine trails in total that range from easy trails around picnic areas to rugged hikes with steep climbs and rocky descents. See Details
Pet Friendly Vastwood Park
Vastwood Park Take a walk with your pup around the gorgeous lake at the dog-friendly Vastwood Park in Hawesville, KY. This 1.1-mile loop is considered relatively easy, lasting about 22 minutes. It's the perfect place for running, biking, birding or just hanging with your dog. Or, check out one of the many open fields and have a picnic with your pup. Please keep your dog on a leash at all times. See Details
Ferdinand State Forest Situated in southern Indiana, Ferdinand State Forest offers premier fishing and hunting experiences alongside five scenic hiking trails, varying from 1.3 to 2.5 miles, perfect for pet-friendly strolls. Visitors can also enjoy boating, picnicking, and camping amidst its picturesque surroundings. Please remember to keep your pup on a 6-foot leash and clean up after them. Visitors are encouraged to wear hunter orange during hunting season for safety. See Details
Mouth of Blue River Nature Preserve Mouth of Blue River Nature Preserve offers dog-friendly trails in Corydon, IN. See Details
Post Oak Cedar Nature Preserve Post Oak Cedar Nature Preserve offers a dog-friendly, self-guiding nature trail in Corydon, IN. Just before the gatehouse entering O’Bannon Woods State Park, turn south onto Cold Friday Road and drive about 1 mile to a marked parking lot. See Details
Harrison-Crawford State Forest Harrison-Crawford State Forest, a dog-friendly park spanning 24,000 acres along the Ohio River, offers diverse recreational activities such as hiking, mountain biking, horse riding, fishing, and hunting across its rugged hardwood forests. With 18 trails ranging from 0.8 to 25 miles, as well as opportunities for picnicking, boating, caving and camping, it's a favorite spot for outdoor enthusiasts in southern Indiana. Pets are welcome throughout as long as they're leashed and cleaned up after. See Details
Derby, IN, US