Dog Friendly Hiking Trails in Falling Waters, WV

There are 21 dog-friendly hiking trails within 40 kilometers of Falling Waters. 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 Falling Waters.

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

C&O Canal Lock

Williamsport, MD

C&O Canal Lock C&O Canal Lock is a pet-friendly towpath in Williamsport, MD. Fido can join you for a walk along the levy, which is relatively flat and offers both, paved and gravel walkways. It's a great place to take a stroll with your pup or relax outside and take in the scenery. Dogs are welcome as long as they're leashed and cleaned up after. See Details

River & Trail Outfitters

Knoxville, MD

River & Trail Outfitters River & Trail Outfitters allows well-behaved pups on select pet-friendly trips in Knoxville, MD. Fido is welcome to join you on the Shenandoah Mellow Tubing, Park and Paddle, and Kayaking on the Potomac. Two and three-day canoe trips are also available. Bring a life vest for your furry friend and communicate with their team to ensure you reserve the correct equipment. 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

Enoch Brown Park

Greencastle, PA

Enoch Brown Park Enoch Brown Park is a pet-friendly community hub in Greencastle, PA. The historic park in Antrim Township spans three acres and features a pavilion and trails. Please keep your furry friend leashed while exploring. See Details

Chesapeake & Ohio Canal National Historical Park

Williamsport, 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 Williamsport! 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

Brunswick, 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 Brunswick! 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

Western Maryland Rail Trail

Big Pool, MD

Western Maryland Rail Trail The Western Maryland 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 Big Pool! The map below shows a parking area with convenient access to the Western Maryland 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

Bloody Lane Trail

Sharpsburg, MD

Bloody Lane Trail Bloody Lane Trail at Antietam National Battlefield is a pet-friendly destination in Sharpsburg, MD. The pathway is where the bloodiest battle of the Civil War is said to have taken place. Bring your pooch along this haunted pathway and feel the presence of the young soldiers who lost their lives in this very spot. Leashed dogs are welcome on the trail, but they're not allowed in the cemetery or inside buildings within the park. See Details

Chesapeake & Ohio Canal National Historical Park

Sharpsburg, 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 Sharpsburg! 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

Clear Spring, 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 Clear Spring! 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

Hancock, 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 Hancock! 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

Antrim Township Community Park

Greencastle, PA

Antrim Township Community Park Antrim Township Community Park is a pet-friendly community hub in Greencastle, PA. Fido is welcome to tag along to explore the park with you. Amenities include a dog park, a disc golf course and over 4 miles of hiking trails. See Details

Sweet Run State Park

Hillsboro, VA

Sweet Run State Park Fido is welcome to join you at the pet-friendly Sweet Run State Park in Hillsboro, VA. This park features 11 miles of hiking trails to enjoy with your pup. Please note that pets must be on a leash under six feet and you must bring proof of current rabies vaccination. Pets are not allowed in any indoor public facilities and must be cleaned up after. See Details

Greenbrier State Park

Boonsboro, MD

Greenbrier State Park Greenbrier State Park is a dog-friendly destination in the Appalachian Mountains of Boonsboro, MD. Pets are allowed in day-use area and lake from the day after Labor Day to the Friday before Memorial Day. ​When the swim ropes are not in the water, dogs are permitted on the sandy portion of the beach. Additionally, leashed pets are allowed in the Cedar and Dogwood camp loops and on trails outside the day-use area. See Details

Marty Snook Park

Hagerstown, MD

Marty Snook Park Dog-friendly Marty Snook Park is a popular community park with plenty of open space for Fido. Located in Hagerstown, MD, bring Fido and family for an afternoon picnic or take a gentle stroll along the paved one mile path which meanders through the park. With your best friend in tow, a visit to Marty Snook Park wouldn't be complete without checking out Washington County's newest dog park Central Bark. Facilities and family-friendly attractions within the park include a playground, fitness area, tennis courts & softball fields, picnic tables, restrooms and drinking fountains. See Details

Maryland Heights Trail

Knoxville, MD

Maryland Heights Trail Maryland Heights Trail is a dog-friendly hike in Knoxville, MD. This moderately strenuous loop is 4.5 miles with the option of an additional 2-mile loop, offering a great chance to explore with Fido and get some exercise. Leashed dogs are welcome on the trail as long as they are cleaned up after. See Details

Lovettsville Community Park

Lovettsville, VA

Lovettsville Community Park Bring Fido for a day out at Lovettsville Community Park in Lovettsville, VA. The park is an expansive 91-acre area which includes an off-leash dog park, walking trails, an equestrian riding ring and trails, amphitheater, restrooms, concessions, and numerous sports fields. See Details

C&O Canal Hike 13

Harpers Ferry, WV

C&O Canal Hike 13 C&O Canal Hike 13 is a pet-friendly section of the canal towpath beginning in Harpers Ferry, WV near Lock 34 and ending under the bridge in Shepherdstown, WV near Lock 38. Leashed dogs are welcome to join their owners for a hike on this 12-mile scenic trail alongside the Potomac River. See Details