Dog Friendly Hiking Trails in Poolesville, MD

There’s 1 dog-friendly hiking trail in Poolesville, and 30 more nearby. 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 Poolesville.

Chesapeake & Ohio Canal National Historical Park

Poolesville, 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 Poolesville! 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

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

Seneca Creek State Park

Gaithersburg, MD

Seneca Creek State Park Leashed dogs are allowed at Seneca Creek State Park, consisting of 6,300 acres that extend along 14 scenic miles of Seneca Creek towards the Potomac River in Gaithersburg, MD. There's an astonishing 50 miles of hiking trails around this pet-friendly park for you and Fido to enjoy, and one of the main attractions of the park is the 90-acre Clopper Lake surrounded by forests and fields. See Details

Ellanor C. Lawrence Park

Centerville, VA

Ellanor C. Lawrence Park Ellanor C. Lawrence Park is a dog-friendly, 650-acre park in Centerville, VA. The park has approximately four miles of trails for hiking, bird watching, jogging and walking in upland and bottomland forest and along meadows, one trail of which forms a loop around a large pond. Trail maps are available at the Walney Visitor Center. Please note that dogs are not permitted inside buildings. See Details

Great Falls Park

McLean, VA

Great Falls Park Dogs are welcome to join their owners at Great Falls Park in McLean, VA. The trails at this pet-friendly park will lead you to an amazing view from the top, and there are several different trails you can explore with your leashed pup. See Details

Lake Fairfax Park

Reston, VA

Lake Fairfax Park Lake Fairfax Park welcomes leashed dogs in campgrounds and on trails unless otherwise marked. This pet-friendly park on 476 acres in Reston, VA features several hiking and biking trails, an 18-acre lake, athletic fields, a skate park, a marina, and a campground. 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

McLean Central Park

McLean, VA

McLean Central Park McLean Central Park is a local wooded recreation area in McLean, VA. This pet-friendly park features a large field as well as some trails, where leashed pups are welcome to explore. The park also has a gazebo and disc golf course. See Details

Billy Goat Trail

Potomac, MD

Billy Goat Trail Leashed pets are welcome to join you for a hike through sections B & C of Billy Goat Trail in Potomac, MD. This lovely pet-friendly area features waterfalls and rapids. Try section B for a challenging 1.4-mile adventure or section C for an easier 1.6-mile hike. Please note that pets are not permitted in section A of the trail. See Details

Cub Run Stream Valley Park

Centreville, VA

Cub Run Stream Valley Park Cub Run Stream Valley Park is an 800-acre wooded flood plain offering pet-friendly trails that are mostly paved. Located in Centreville, VA, leashed dogs can enjoy approximately five miles of trails with you and take a dip in the creek that runs through this quiet, peaceful park. See Details

Glen Echo Park

Glen Echo, MD

Glen Echo Park Glen Echo Park is a pet-friendly outdoor recreation area in Glen Echo, MD. Owners can bring their leashed four-legged companions here to explore with a stroll around the grounds or unwind with a delicious picnic. Other amenities include a carousel, playground and restrooms. Dogs must be leashed during their visit, and owners must pick up waste. See Details

Black Hill Regional Park

Boyds, MD

Black Hill Regional Park Bring your leashed dog for a hike on over 20 miles of pet-friendly trails at Black Hill Regional Dog Park in Boyds, MD. This regional park, located along Little Seneca Lake, also features picnic shelters, a playground and a half-acre fenced dog park. See Details

Meadowlark Botanical Gardens

Vienna, VA

Meadowlark Botanical Gardens Meadowlark Botanical Gardens, a tranquil haven of lush greenery and colorful blooms in Vienna, VA, welcomes leashed dogs along the pet-friendly perimeter trail, marked as number 15 on their map. Additionally, dogs can explore the garden during specific days throughout the year. See Details

Riverbend Park

Great Falls, VA

Riverbend Park Riverbend Park, located in Great Falls, VA, is a dog-friendly hiking destination where your leashed pup can explore a variety of trails, including paths along the river and through wooded areas. Keep an eye out for bald eagles soaring overhead, and you might also spot other visitors fishing or canoeing on the water. See Details

Chesapeake & Ohio Canal National Historical Park

Bethesda, 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 Bethesda! 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

Dickerson, 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 Dickerson! 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

Potomac, 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 Potomac! 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

Eakin Community Park

Annandale, VA

Eakin Community Park Eakin Community Park is a pet-friendly recreation area in Annandale, VA. This 57-acre Fairfax County park runs roughly northwest to southeast along Accotink Creek. Enjoy the trails around the park with your leashed pooch, as long as you clean up any mess they leave behind. Amenities include a picnic shelter, a playground, athletic fields and a seasonal portable restroom. See Details

Rock Creek Trail (MD)

Derwood, MD

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

Cabin John, 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 Cabin John! 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