Dog Friendly Hiking Trails in Morgantown, IN

There are 30 dog-friendly hiking trails within 40 kilometers of Morgantown. 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 Morgantown.

Echo Hollow Nature Park

Plainfield, IN

Echo Hollow Nature Park Leashed dogs are welcome at Echo Hollow Nature Park, formerly known as Sodalis Nature Park, a pet-friendly natural space in Plainfield, IN. This scenic park offers nice walking paths around the catch-and-release pond. You and Fido can also enjoy the lovely picnic areas. See Details

Brown County State Park

Nashville, IN

Brown County State Park Leashed dogs are welcome on pet-friendly trails and select campsites within Brown County State Park in Nashville, IN. Nicknamed the “Little Smokies” because of the area’s resemblance to the Great Smoky Mountains, Brown County encompasses nearly 16,000 acres of rugged hills, ridges and fog-shrouded ravines. See Details

Pioneer Park

Mooresville, IN

Pioneer Park Leashed dogs are welcome at Pioneer Park in Mooresville, IN. This pet-friendly, 152-acre community park is the main park in the area. Features include a covered bridge over a creek, rentable picnic shelters, horseshoe courts and more. Enjoy exploring the over 3-miles of multiuse trails with your pup. See Details

Amy Weingartner Branigin Peninsula Preserve

Bloomington, IN

Amy Weingartner Branigin Peninsula Preserve Amy Weingartner Branigin Peninsula Preserve is pet-friendly. This special nature preserve is located in the middle of Monroe Lake, which is designated an Important Bird Area. Explore the 1.7 miles of lake frontage on Lake Monroe, the largest inland lake in the state. Amy Weingartner Branigin Peninsula Preserve is open every day of the week from dawn until dusk. See Details

Laura Hare Nature Preserve at Downey Hill

Nashville, IN

Laura Hare Nature Preserve at Downey Hill Laura Hare Nature Preserve at Downey Hill is pet-friendly. This rugged preserve is one square mile in size and protects a forest, as well as the wildlife that lives within it. The entire loop trail and gravel road total 6 miles. Leashed dogs are welcome, as long as all mess is cleaned up after them. Laura Hare Nature Preserve at Downey Hill is open every day of the week from dawn until dusk. See Details

Clear Creek Trail

Bloomington, IN

Clear Creek Trail The Clear Creek 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 Bloomington! The map below shows a parking area with convenient access to the Clear Creek 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

Atterbury Fish & Wildlife Area

Edinburgh, IN

Atterbury Fish & Wildlife Area The pet-friendly Atterbury Fish & Wildlife Area in Edinburgh, IN spans 4,950 acres, offering diverse outdoor recreational opportunities, including hiking, fishing, hunting, foraging, bird and wildlife watching. The scenic natural landscape even offers areas for dogs to run off leash, though they'll need to be registered for wild game hunting. Dogs must be leashed in all other areas - a map is located below for reference. See Details

Griffy Lake Nature Preserve

Bloomington, IN

Griffy Lake Nature Preserve Leashed dogs are welcome at Griffy Lake Nature Preserve, a pet-friendly area in Bloomington, IN. A popular destination for both hiking and boating, plan an afternoon exploring this 1,200 acre nature preserve with your canine companion. See Details

Glenns Valley Nature Park

Indianapolis, IN

Glenns Valley Nature Park Glenns Valley Nature Park is pet-friendly. Originally named Bluff Road Estates, the name was changed when the park became public in 1992. The space has since been converted into a pleasant nature area and is being maintained to encourage the growth of native Indiana plants. Leashed dogs are welcome on the trails, as long as they are well-behaved and all mess is cleaned up after them. Glenns Valley Nature Park is open every day of the week from dawn until dusk. See Details

Tracy Trail

Greenwood, IN

Tracy Trail The Tracy 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 Greenwood! The map below shows a parking area with convenient access to the Tracy 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

Bloomington Rail Trail

Bloomington, IN

Bloomington Rail Trail The Bloomington 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 Bloomington! The map below shows a trailhead where you can pick up the Bloomington 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

Jimmy Nash City Park

Martinsville, IN

Jimmy Nash City Park Established in 1947 as the largest park in Martinsville, IN, Jimmy Nash City Park is a 110-acre dog-friendly open space which is popular with pet owners and families. Bring Fido to the dog park to play with friends or take a scroll along the walking trail. Families can also enjoy a public pool which is open in the summer season, basketball courts, a fishing pond, and a pavilion with six shelters which can be rented for small outdoor events. See Details

Old Town Waverly Park

Martinsville, IN

Old Town Waverly Park Leashed dogs are allowed at Old Town Waverly Park, a pet-friendly county park in Martinsville, IN. Located along the White River, this scenic, 55-acre park offers river access, walking paths, shelters, a mural wall, picnic areas and more. See Details

Ghurye Arboretum

Bloomington, IN

Ghurye Arboretum Ghurye Arboretum is pet-friendly. Take a walk on the mowed path that leads for 1.4-miles through this natural area nestled in the Marlin Hills neighborhood on Bloomington’s far north side. Leashed dogs are welcome, as long as they are cleaned up after. Ghurye Arboretum is open every day of the week from dawn until dusk. See Details

Scarlet Oak Woods

Bloomington, IN

Scarlet Oak Woods Scarlet Oak Woods is pet-friendly. If you look up to the canopy, you'll notice the stunning scarlet oak trees that are especially beautiful during fall. This nature preserve protects upland forest full of native flora and fauna. Bring your leashed pooch on the short trail that follows a ridge along the length of the property with deep valleys on either side. There's also a creek that runs through the area. The main trail is just half a mile in length. See Details

White River Greenway Trail

Martinsville, IN

White River Greenway Trail White River Greenway Trail in Martinsville is pet-friendly. Bring your leashed pooch for a nice walk along this paved walking trail adjacent to the White River starting in Old Town Waverly Park. Along the way, pause for a picnic and pay a visit to a sand bar together. Wildlife lovers should keep an eagle eye out for the eagles nesting by the side of the water. The park and trail can be accessed from 8am until 8pm every day of the week. See Details

Lake Lemon Woods

Unionville, IN

Lake Lemon Woods Lake Lemon Woods is pet-friendly. Bring your leashed pooch for a walk on this wooded hillside on the north side of Lake Lemon. The main trail is rated moderate and only half a mile in length. Lake Lemon Woods is open every day of the week from 7am to sunset. See Details

Tangeman Woods and Outdoor Lab

Columbus, IN

Tangeman Woods and Outdoor Lab Tangeman Woods and Outdoor Lab is pet-friendly. Bring your leashed pooch along on this moderate trail that's just over half a mile in length. Along the way, you'll enjoy beautiful mixed hardwood forest with intermittent creeks for your pooch to go for a quick refreshing dip. Tangeman Woods and Outdoor Lab is open every day of the week from dawn until dusk. See Details

Ogle Hollow Nature Preserve

Nashville, IN

Ogle Hollow Nature Preserve Ogle Hollow Nature Preserve is located within Brown County State Park in Nashville, IN, and has a dog-friendly hiking trail. Use Trail #5 in the park that will lead you through the preserve. Dogs are welcome, but must be on a leash. See Details

Kephart Park

Bargersville, IN

Kephart Park Leashed dogs are welcome at Kephart Park in Bargersville, IN. This pet-friendly community park offers walking trails and picnic shelters that you and Fido can enjoy together. See Details