Dog Friendly Hiking Trails in Greenville, AL

Dogs are welcome at Tarkiln Bayou Preserve State Park in Pensacola, FL. The park stretches 4,000 acres and is home to several rare and endangered plants. You can bring Fido with you to enjoy the Tarkiln Bayou Trail, meandering through prairie, cypress, and titi forests, and leading to a scenic view. The area offers numerous benches and picnic tables around the park and along the trails to enjoy a spot of lunch with your pup.

Falling Waters State Park in Chipley, FL, is home to Florida's largest waterfall. You and Fido can walk on the dog-friendly Sink Hole Trail to get to the crashing waters of the stunning waterfall. Additionally, there are three short nature trails that feature the differing scenery in the park.

Oak Mountain State Park is a dog-friendly park in Pelham, AL. Mountain biking and hiking are two of the most popular activities at the park. With more than 50 miles of trails, visitors have plenty of options to choose from be it a short loop or an overnight trip. Dogs are welcome in most areas of the park as long as they are leashed. Bike and horseback riding trails may not allow dogs for safety reasons. Dogs are not allowed in stores, food service areas, bathhouse, pool or swimming areas. Fido cannot be left unattended and will be confiscated if left in a hot car more than 30 minutes.

Fred Gannon Rocky Bayou State Park, a former WWII gunnery and bombing practice range, is a dog-friendly natural area in Niceville, FL. Longleaf pines, some of which are over 300 years old, surround a number of the trails in the area, including the Red Cedar Trail that is lined with stunning red cedars; the Sand Pine Trail that follows the Eastern Shore of Puddin Head Stream; and the Rocky Bayou Trail that runs along the shoreline of the Bayou.

Wind Creek State Park is a dog-friendly state park and trail in Alexander City, AL. Fido is welcome to join you on-leash to explore the hiking trails of the park, in addition to a variety of other outdoor activities like a viewing of the Piedmont Plateau, or the Lake Martin Amphitheater. Dogs are also welcome at the campsites and two cabins for an additional fee.

Old Cahawba Archaeological Park is a dog-friendly historical site and area of interest in Orrville, AL. Cahawba was once Alabama's state capital from 1819-1826 and became a ghost town shortly after the Civil War. Leashed dogs are welcome to accompany you to explore the ruins and walk throughout this interpretive park. The park has 5 miles of walking trails to enjoy and owners are asked to please clean up after their pet.

Historic Blakeley State Park in Spanish Fort, AL, is a pristine 2100-acre recreation area that preserves the sites of Alabama's largest Civil War battle and other historic sites. This dog-friendly area is a stop on the Alabama Gulf Coastal Birding Trail and the Civil War Discovery Trail. Leashed dogs are welcome on the 12 miles of trails. There is a fee for entry.

Meaher State Park is a 1,327-acre recreation area in Spanish Fort, AL. It's situated in the wetlands of Mobile Bay and is a day-use, picnicking and scenic park with modern camping hook-ups for overnight visitors. A self-guided walk on two dog-friendly nature trails includes a boardwalk with an up-close view of the beautiful Mobile Delta. Bike and horseback riding trails may not allow dogs for safety reasons. Dogs are not allowed in stores, food service areas, bathhouses, pool or swimming areas. Dogs cannot be left unattended and will be confiscated if left in a hot car more than 30 minutes.

5 Rivers Delta Resource Center is a dog-friendly visitor center on the Mobile Bay Causeway in Spanish Fort, AL. The venue is located where the Mobile, Spanish, Tensaw, Apalachee and Blakeley rivers flow into Mobile Bay, with an exhibit hall, learning center, theater, gift shop and welcome center, walking trails, picnic areas, conference center and reception hall. In front of the gift shop there are marked walking trails identifying different plant and tree species. Perfect for a leisurely walk in the woods with the pooch.

Orr Park is a unique pet-friendly nature preserve in Montevallo, AL. Fido is welcome to join you on this 40-acre park featuring pavilions, a gazebo and a walking trail. The pathway winds through trees carved by a local artist ranging from gnomes, a dragon or a fish eating a snake. A restroom facility is also on site.

Arcadia Mill in Milton, FL is pet friendly. Fido is welcome to join you for a walk on a variety of great easy trails and the boardwalk. There are lots of trees, which provide shade on sunny days.

Chickasabogue Park is an 1100-acre outdoor recreation facility and wildlife refuge in Prichard, AL. This pet-friendly park offers 17 miles of trails, a disc golf course and a campground.

Frank Jackson State Park is a dog-friendly, 2,050-acre park located near Opp, AL. This large park is a hot spot for anglers thanks to its main attraction, the 1,000-acre Lake Jackson. In addition to outstanding fishing, the park also features picnic areas, lakefront RV camping with cable TV hookups, a modern bathhouse, a boardwalk leading to an island in the lake, and more than three miles of walking trails. Dogs are welcome in most areas of the park as long as they are leashed. Bike and horseback riding trails may not allow dogs for safety reasons. Dogs are not allowed in stores, food service areas, bathhouse, pool or swimming areas. Dogs can not be left unattended and will be confiscated if left in a hot car.

The Blackwater Heritage State 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 dog-friendly "rail-trail" is now a great place to walk Fido in Milton! The map below shows a parking area with convenient access to the Blackwater Heritage State 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.

Chewacla State Park in Auburn, AL, offers a variety of dog-friendly trails for you to explore with your pup. With loop trails that take less than 30 minutes to complete and out-and-back trails that take more than an hour, this park offers something for every hiking ability. Dogs are welcome in most park areas as long as the dog is on a leash. Bike and horseback riding trails may not allow dogs for safety reasons. Dogs are not allowed in stores, food service areas, bathhouse, pool or swimming areas. Don't leave Fido unattended in a car or he may be confiscated.

Leashed dogs are welcome at the pet-friendly Ponce de Leon Springs State Park in Ponce De Leon, FL. The most popular activities at the park are picnicking and walking the two self-guided nature trails, Sandy Creek and Spring Run, both of which go through a hardwood forest. There's plenty of other wildlife in the area to enjoy, including plenty of different types of bird. Please note that pets are not permitted in swimming areas.

Eden Gardens State Park in Santa Rosa Beach, FL, is a small, dog-friendly park with shaded trails perfect for a peaceful walk. Pets must be leashed and are not allowed in the Wesley House. Enjoy hiking, fishing, kayaking and picnicking across 163 acres of historic grounds. Entrance fee required.

Dogs are welcome at Topsail Hill Preserve State Parkin Santa Rosa Beach, FL, named after the sand dunes in the area which supposedly have the appearance of boat sails dipping up and down. Unfortunately, Fido isn't welcome on the beaches or in any of the cabins at the park, but you can take Fido with you to enjoy the pet-friendly old-growth pine forests, sandy scrub land, dunes, and wetlands on one of the many hiking trails. There are ten miles of pathways that weave around the area and you can access all of the trail heads from the main car park.

Walking trails. Beautiful spot with around 1-mile worth of hiking trails. Dogs must be on-leash. There are several garbage cans throughout the trail.

Blount Cultural Park in Montgomery, AL is dog friendly. This park features over 3.5 miles of paved walking trails, several ponds, and exquisite statuary throughout the property. Dogs are required to be on a leash during your visit. You and Fido will surely enjoy exploring this 77-acre park!