Dog-Friendly Activities in Chariton, IA

Red Haw State Park is pet-friendly destination in Chariton, IA. There's a multi-use trail around the 70-acre lake that offers a scenic view for dog walkers. Dogs are welcome in the park and on the grassy trail that weaves around the lake, as long as they are on a leash under six feet. Owners are also reminded to clean up any mess after their pooches to preserve the cleanliness of the water and surrounding area.

Check out the pet-friendly Stephens State Forest located in the Chariton, IA area. Leashed dogs are welcome at this forest that boasts more than 15,500 acres across seven units, the Lucas Unit, Whitebreast Unit, Woodburn Unit, Cedar Creek Unit, Chariton Unit, Thousand Acres Unit and Unionville Unit. There are also over 30 miles of roads and trails to hike and bike, and year-round campsites.

Dogs are welcome at pet-friendly Lake Ahquabi State Park in Indianola, IA. This 770-acre park has more than seven miles of multi-use trails, including a trail along the shoreline of the lake and another that winds in through the woods. The centerpiece of this park is the 115-acre man-made lake in the center, perfect for recreational boat users and anglers. You can bring Fido with you into the park, but pets must remain on a leash under six feet for the duration of their visit.