Dog-Friendly Activities in Augusta, MT

Headframe Spirits is a micro distillery in historic Butte, MT, that's dog friendly inside and out! Hang out at a table with Fido or sit at the iconic 100-year-old bar while you try their whiskey, bourbon, liqueur, gin and vodka. Be sure to ask for one of their hand-crafted cocktail recipes, like the Rusty Kelley, Banff Beauty, the Miner's Mai Tai, or a Red Hot Ukranian.

Smelter City Brewing is a dog-friendly brewery in Anaconda, MT that allows dogs to join their owners for a cold beer at a table inside or on their outdoor patio. Smelter City Brewing offers a variety of craft beer and sometimes hosts taco nights.

The River's Edge 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 Great Falls! The map below shows a trailhead where you can pick up the River's Edge 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.

Dogs are welcome to join their owners at First Peoples Buffalo State Park in Ulm, MT. Native people once wandered the interpretive trails with herds of bison. The main pet-friendly trail is guided, so you can give yourself a lovely tour of the history of the vast valleys and mountains, with a panoramic view to go with it.

Blackfoot Pathways: Sculpture in the Wild is a pet-friendly destination in Lincoln, MT. This is a must-see with your furry friend, but please note he must remain on a leash. You'll trek through the forest and come across natural and environmental sculptures to admire and take pictures of.

Anaconda Smoke Stack State Park is a dog-friendly recreation space in Anaconda, MT. Here you and your leashed pup can view one of the tallest free-standing brick structures in the world, a remnant of the legendary Anaconda Copper Company. Explore the exhibits and informational signage while you view this impressive structure from a distance.

Garnet Ghost Town in Missoula, MT, is pet friendly. This well preserved, former mining town is tucked into the mountain with camping facilities, a picnic area and fire pits. Leashed pets are welcome to walk around the town with their owners.

Pet owners rave about Pacific Steel & Recycling Trailside Dog Park in Great Falls, MT. This beautiful park on the River's Edge Trail is fully fenced. The park also features a separate small dog area, water, shade and an obstacle course.

Giant Springs State Park in Great Falls, MT is pet friendly. The namesake of the park, Giant Springs, was discovered by the Lewis and Clark Expedition in 1805 and is one of the largest freshwater springs in the country. The park is also home to Roe River, possibly the world's shortest river, and plenty of hiking trails to explore. Dogs must be kept on a leash throughout the park, and all mess must be cleaned up after them.

Trout Creek Canyon is pet-friendly. This 7.5 mile moderately trafficked out and back trail located near Helena, Montana features beautiful wild flowers during the season. It's rated moderate, so most canine hikers should be able to enjoy the natural beauty on display. Leashed dogs are welcome, as long as they are cleaned up after.

Paw Park in Helena, MT, is a great place for Fido to get some energy out! The park features separate areas for small and large dogs, as well as water spickets and waste bags. There are benches for those who like to sit and a path around the perimeter for those who like to walk.

Dogs on a leash no longer than six feet are welcome at Grant-Kohrs Ranch National Historic Site in Deer Lodge, MT. You and Fido can take a pet-friendly pitstop and have a picnic in the visitor center's parking lot or explore the 10 miles of trails and ranch roads west of Clark Fork River (accessible from the nearby Washington Street trailhead). Pets aren't permitted on the nature trail or near the ranch house and other historical buildings. Please be sure to clean up after your pup.

Philipsburg Brewing Company is a pet-friendly bar in Philipsburg, MT, where dogs are welcome to unwind outside on the seasonal sidewalk patio. The Vault serves as the Philipsburg Brewing Company's primary taproom, offering a diverse selection of beers to its visitors.

Dogs are allowed to join their owners at Black Sandy State Park in Helena, MT. Located on the shores of Hauser Lake formed by Hauser dam, this pet-friendly park is known for the water activities that can be enjoyed in the area. Some of the activities that people enjoy on the water include boating, water-skiing, and walleye and trout fishing. Dogs must be leashed and all mess cleaned up after them.

Dogs are welcome at Lost Creek State Park, a pet-friendly park in Anaconda, MT. This stunning park is a beautiful spot to enjoy the limestone cliffs and pink and white granite formations that rise 1,200 feet above the canyon's narrow floor. You and your pooch will run into plenty of wildlife, including mountain goats, golden eagles, and bighorn sheep who live on the cliffs. For dogs who love a good long walk, walk the Forest Service trail just north of the falls parking area. The trail winds for several miles along Lost Creek through forests and meadows with great views of the surrounding mountains.

Dogs are welcome at Sluice Boxes State Park, a pet-friendly park in Belt, MT. This historic area has seen plenty of people digging for precious metals over the years. Nowadays, you'll discover the remains of mines, a railroad, and historic cabins that line the Belt Creek below. The soaring cliffs are impressive to explore with your pooch on the primitive, unmaintained trail, which also has access to a fishing spot. Dogs are welcome around the park on a leash, as long as all mess is cleaned up after them.

Dogs are welcome to join their owners at Placid Lake State Park in Seeley Lake, MT, located on a branch of Clearwater River. This pet-friendly park is 31-acres in total and provides a few different areas for dogs to walk with their owners alongside the water. Dogs must be on a leash for the duration of their visit and all mess should be cleaned up after them.

Benton Lake National Wildlife Refuge is a dog-friendly recreation area in Great Falls, MT. You and Fido can enjoy the nine-mile Prairie Marsh Wildlife Drive Auto Tour and hike the Prairie Marsh Boardwalk trail which is just under one mile in length and rated as moderate. Biking, wildlife viewing and hunting are also popular. To protect nesting birds and other wildlife, pets must be leashed and remain on the Prairie Marsh Wildlife Drive or Prairie Marsh Boardwalk trail except when used for hunting during the appropriate seasons and in designated areas of the refuge.

Elkhorn State Park is a 19th-century mining landscape nestled in Boulder, MT. Fido may tag along as you explore the ghost town but must remain on a leash. The park also has hiking trails and various wildlife to see.

Centennial/Bausch Park is a pet-friendly community spot in Helena, MT. Your leashed four-legged family member can tag along as you explore the area. Amenities include a dog park, walking track, community art, historic sites and open spaces. A drinking fountain and gazebo are also on site.