Dog Friendly Hiking Trails in Mount Sterling, OH

Deer Creek State Park is a dog-friendly recreation area in Mount Sterling, OH. Outdoor enthusiasts can enjoy boating, fishing, camping and hiking on six hiking trails, ranging from easy to moderate, with additional activities like snowmobiling and ice fishing in winter. Dogs are welcome, but must be leashed and cleaned up after.

The Scioto Mile is a dog-friendly pathway stretching along the riverfront, from the vibrant Arena District on the north end to the natural beauty of the Whittier Peninsula on the south, in downtown Columbus, OH. Comprised of more than 175 acres of lush parkland, fountains, scenic overlooks and a riverfront promenade, leashed dogs are welcome to join you, except for around the Scioto Mile Fountain.

Your leashed pet is welcome to join you at Battelle Darby Creek Metro Park on a handful of dog-friendly trails in Galloway, OH. Explore Darby Creek Greenway, Osprey Lake Trail, Wagtail Trail, and three connected trails that pass through fields, woodlands, and around a lake. Pups are also welcome to enjoy a swim in Osprey Lake as well as the lake in the Pleasant Valley Area.

Located along the west bank of the Scioto River in Columbus, OH, Quarry Trails Metro Park is a 220-acre area described as an “urban Hocking Hills experience.” Your pup can join you in exploring the park’s off-leash dog park and pet-friendly trails, view the beautiful waterfall from an overlook, and ramble around the former quarry. Dogs must be leashed when not in the dog park area.

Scioto Audubon Metro Park is a unique, pet-friendly park in Columbus, OH. Situated along the Scioto River, this 120-acre recreation area features trails, an obstacle course and three picnic shelters. Leashed dogs are welcome to join you for a walk or an afternoon picnic, and there's also a fenced dog park for some off-leash exercise.

Scioto Greenway Trail is a pet-friendly path in Columbus, OH. Bring your leashed pooch for a walk alongside the Scioto River on this paved trail. Spanning just over 12 miles in length, the greenway is a great way to make it between five parks situated across the city. Dog owners are reminded to clean up any mess that is left behind by their pups.

Madison Lake State Park, nestled in the Darby Plains of London, OH, offers a tranquil day-use retreat for people and their pets. Visitors can stroll along a scenic, dog-friendly 1-mile trail by the lakeshore and gather at the shelter house for family reunions or special events. The park also boasts a designated off-leash dog swim area on the west side of the lake, providing supervised access for furry friends to enjoy the water freely.

The Downtown Connector Trail (Columbus) is a multi-use trail that's a great place to walk Fido in Columbus! The map below shows a parking area with convenient access to the Downtown Connector Trail (Columbus). 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.

The Roberts Pass 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 West Jefferson! The map below shows a parking area with convenient access to the Roberts Pass 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.

The Paint Creek Recreation 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 Frankfort! The map below shows a parking area with convenient access to the Paint Creek Recreation 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.

The Prairie Grass 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 London! The map below shows a parking area with convenient access to the Prairie Grass 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.

Mackey Ford Wildlife Area is a pet-friendly natural area in Lockbourne, OH. Its 200 acres provides a variety of recreation opportunities, including hiking, bird & wildlife watching, and hunting. Dog training and exercise is also permitted from September 1 to April 30 each year. Pets visiting and not participating in training must be leashed.