Dog Friendly Hiking Trails in Hettinger, ND

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

Evans Park

Spearfish, SD

Evans Park Evans Park is a pet-friendly outdoor recreation area in Spearfish, SD, where owners and their canine companions can explore and romp together. Visitors can venture to the back of the city park, which features dirt walking trails. Area 1 requires pups to be leashed, but Area 2 allows dogs to run off leash while exploring the meadows and creek. Other park amenities include picnic tables, a playground, and a restroom. See Details

Maah Daah Hey

Medora, ND

Maah Daah Hey Maah Daah Hey is a dog-friendly trail in Medora, ND. Described by many as the best-kept secret in the state, this 144-mile-long trail is a great way to see the state's stunning scenery. Dogs must remain on a leash due to the other wildlife that may be spotted, including prairie dogs. Some parts of the trail are not pet-friendly, including the sections within any state or national parks. See Details

Knife River Indian Villages National Historic Site

Stanton, ND

Knife River Indian Villages National Historic Site Knife River Indian Villages National Historic Site in Stanton, ND, is dog friendly. Fido can join you on an exploration of the villages once inhabited by Earthlodge people at this national historic site. Hike along Knife River on the trails and see traces left behind by the dwellings and people. A replica of an Earthlodge is available to visit. Dogs must be leashed at all times. See Details

Cross Ranch State Park

Center, ND

Cross Ranch State Park Cross Ranch State Park in Center, ND is pet friendly. Here, you and Fido can explore over 13 miles of trails together. This extensive trail system allows access to a 5,000-acre nature preserve with mixed prairie grass, river bottom forests, woody draws and roaming bison. Dogs are welcome on certain trails as long as they are well-behaved and cleaned up after. See Details

White Butte North Dakota’s Highest Point Trail

Bowman, ND

White Butte North Dakota’s Highest Point Trail White Butte North Dakota’s Highest Point Trail is a 3.5 mile dog-friendly hike in Bowman, ND. Considered an easy route which should take 1.5 hours to complete, the trail is popular for birding, hiking, and trail running. Dogs are permitted to be off-leash in certain areas. Hikers can admire panoramic views of the Northern Plains and, at 3,506 feet above sea level, those who summit can brag about reaching the highest point in North Dakota. The best months to hike this trail are between March and October. See Details

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