Dog Friendly Hiking Trails in Valparaiso, FL

There are 5 dog-friendly hiking trails within 40 kilometers of Valparaiso. 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 Valparaiso.

Fred Gannon Rocky Bayou State Park

Niceville, FL

Fred Gannon Rocky Bayou State Park Fred Gannon Rocky Bayou State Park, a former WWII gunnery and bombing practice range, is a dog-friendly natural area in Niceville, FL. Longleaf pines, some of which are over 300 years old, surround a number of the trails in the area, including the Red Cedar Trail that is lined with stunning red cedars; the Sand Pine Trail that follows the Eastern Shore of Puddin Head Stream; and the Rocky Bayou Trail that runs along the shoreline of the Bayou. See Details

Topsail Hill Preserve State Park

Santa Rosa Beach, FL

Topsail Hill Preserve State Park Dogs are welcome at Topsail Hill Preserve State Parkin Santa Rosa Beach, FL, named after the sand dunes in the area which supposedly have the appearance of boat sails dipping up and down. Unfortunately, Fido isn't welcome on the beaches or in any of the cabins at the park, but you can take Fido with you to enjoy the pet-friendly old-growth pine forests, sandy scrub land, dunes, and wetlands on one of the many hiking trails. There are ten miles of pathways that weave around the area and you can access all of the trail heads from the main car park. See Details

Oak Tree Nature Park

Mary Esther, FL

Oak Tree Nature Park Walking trails. Beautiful spot with around 1-mile worth of hiking trails. Dogs must be on-leash. There are several garbage cans throughout the trail. See Details

Haugen Park

Miramar Beach, FL

Haugen Park Haugen Park in Miramar Beach, FL, is a small, wooded park that you and your leashed pup can enjoy. This dog-friendly space is backed by the bay with a wooden boardwalk area, benches and picnic tables that overlook the water. See Details

Henderson Beach State Park

Destin, FL

Henderson Beach State Park Make a reservation to visit Henderson Beach State Park in Destin, FL, with Fido. Leashed dogs can explore the pet-friendly trails and campgrounds, though they aren't permitted on the beach. The park is open year-round and charges a vehicle entrance fee, but pedestrians and bicyclists can enter without a reservation. See Details

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