Dog Friendly Hiking Trails in Suffolk, VA

Great Dismal Swamp National Wildlife Refuge is a dog-friendly natural attraction in Suffolk, VA. Fido is welcome to join you for a walk across several flat trails, including the popular Washington Ditch Trail. Dogs must be kept on a leash for the duration of your visit to protect birds and wildlife in this area.

Lake Meade Park is a pet-friendly recreational spot in downtown Suffolk, VA. Your leashed pup is welcome to tag along as you explore the 67.8 acres. Activities include nature trails, a walking trail, pavilions and a dog park.

Dismal Swamp State Park is a pet-friendly recreation area offering 20 miles of trails and a 2,000-foot boardwalk overlooking the Great Dismal Swamp. Dogs are allowed on all routes in this South Mills, NC, park as long as they remain leashed. Bike and boat rentals are available through the park as well. Please visit their website for current prices.

Windsor Castle Park is a pet-friendly spot in downtown Smithfield, VA. Fido is welcome to explore the 2018 acres of natural beauty along the banks of the Pagan River and Cypress Creek. During your day out, you and your pup can hike various trails, hit the dog park, witness the Manor House and go fishing.

The Elizabeth River Trail (Atlantic City Spur) 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 Norfolk! The map below shows a parking area with convenient access to the Elizabeth River Trail (Atlantic City Spur). 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.

Deep Creek Park is a pet-friendly recreational spot in Chesapeake, VA. Your furry friend is welcome to tag along as you explore the area. The park features a dog park, picnic shelters, restrooms and a 1-mile trail that connects to the Dismal Swamp Canal Trail.

Merchants Millpond State Park, located in Gatesville, NC, is known for its 760-acre millpond which is over 190 years old. Visitors can enjoy 10 miles of pet-friendly trails, picnic shelters, fishing lakes, a boat ramp, and campsites. Dogs are welcome to visit on a leash, but are not allowed inside buildings.

Western Branch Park is a pet-friendly community hub in Chesapeake, VA. Your leashed furry friend is welcome to explore the 93-acre park. Activities include a dog park, a 2-mile trail and picnic shelters.