Dog-Friendly Activities in Halfway, OR

Amity Dog Park in Nampa, ID, provides a safe place for people and their dogs to exercise and socialize. The six-acre park offers off-leash play areas for dogs of all sizes. Separate areas are available for large and small or older dogs. Handlers and their dogs will enjoy this fully-fenced park with its expansive grassy areas, walking trails, drinking water (for dogs and humans), shade shelters, trees, benches and ample parking.

Located along the river in Downtown Boise, Payette Brewing Co. is dog friendly! Leashed dogs are welcome in its Tap Room and beer garden, which is stocked with lawn games and often features a local food truck. Payette Brewing Co. offers twenty beers on tap, local wine and cider, and non-alcoholic options. Its merchandise store features dog collars and leashes for furry four-legged fans of Payette.

Bring Fido on a hike of the dog-friendly Wallowa Lake Trailhead in Joseph, OR. There are horse rentals, a State Park, restaurants, lodging, and picnic facilities within 0.5 miles of the trailhead. Many wildflowers can be seen along the trails nearby such as mountain bluebells, forget-me-nots, paintbrush and columbine. There are fishing opportunities near Six Mile Meadows where the river flows a little slower.

Dogs are welcome on the patio at Telaya Wine Co. in Garden City, Idaho. This dog-friendly winery hand-crafts their own delicious selection of old-world inspired, Idaho wines and is located just minutes from downtown Boise. You and Fido can enjoy the patio right next to the Boise River while you taste through some award-winning wines from the on-site tasting room. They love dogs, and always have a fresh water bowl out to keep them hydrated. Your pooch needs to be leashed, but they even have a few extras on-hand in case you forget yours. Food trucks are sometimes onsite. Please check their website for current schedule

Well-behaved, leashed pets can join their owners at a pet-friendly picnic table outside on the lower-level patio of Amavi Cellars in Walla Walla, WA. This location offers seven wines for guests to enjoy by the glass or as part of a tasting experience, perfectly paired with chocolates and cheeses. People sitting outside on the patio can bring outside food to accompany a glass of wine.

Storey Bark Park in Meridian, ID, is a 2.25 acre fully-fenced dog park that features separate large and small dog areas, shade shelters, a restroom building, people and doggy drinking fountains, agility equipment, paved walkways, a variety of ground surfaces, benches, mutt mitt stations, dog-themed street signs and more!

Ann Morrison Park is a pet-friendly urban park in Boise, ID. The highlight is Dog Island, an island with two gates for dogs to play off-leash on. The site includes an active dog area that's more than 5 acres in size, a fenced area for shy dogs and a swim pond. Humans can hang out at picnic benches and tables around the space. Afterwards, wander the park's trails together.

Fido can romp off-leash at the Partners for Paws Dog Park, located in Sam-O Park in Baker City, OR. The Park features a large dog area and a small dog area, as well as a canine-sized drinking fountain where Fido can refuel. Dogs must be cleaned up after and wear current license and tags during their visit. Partners for Paws Dog Park is open from dawn until dusk.

Balboa Winery is a dog-friendly destination nestled in the picturesque Walla Walla, WA. Known for its great wines and exceptionally friendly staff, this welcoming spot invites you to relax with your pup on the pet-friendly patio. Balboa specializes in hand-picked, hand-sorted, and hand-crafted reds, whites, and sparkling wines, offering a memorable tasting experience for wine lovers and their four-legged companions alike.

Located in downtown Boise, ID, Lost Grove Brewing is dog friendly. Leashed and well-behaved dogs are welcome to join their owners outside on the seasonal patio. Lost Grove's mission is to use sustainable practices that help the environment and socially responsible efforts that positively impact its communities while brewing innovative recipes that everyone can enjoy.

Nez Perce National Historical Park in Lapwai, ID, is a pet-friendly recreation area spanning four states, offering an endless opportunity for visitors to partake in activities. Leashed dogs may join other owners here for hiking, fishing, wildlife viewing, picnicking, photography and more. Note that pets aren't allowed inside any buildings.

Parma Motor-Vu Drive-In Theatre is a pet-friendly drive-in movie theater in Parma, ID. This nostalgic pastime is still going strong and invites you to bring your pooch along to watch a new release or a classic feature from the comfort of your car. Dog owners are reminded not to disturb other moviegoers by only bringing well-behaved dogs along who don't bark at the exciting scenes. If your dog needs a bathroom break, don't forget to clean up any mess that is left behind. They offer digital double features and are open spring through fall.

Eagle Island State Park is a 545-acre, dog-friendly park in Eagle, ID, home to five miles of trails that can be enjoyed by dogs and their owners. Most of the trails lead through grassy meadows to the Boise River and are perfect for pooches and their owners to get some exercise and enjoy the outdoors. Dogs are allowed to be off-leash on designated, off-leash trails and in the designated Dogs Off-Leash Area. Check their website for a map of these areas.

Powderhaus Brewing Company in Garden City, ID, is pet friendly. This Boise based, Idaho craft brewery serves up a variety of outstanding craft beers that deliver the highest caliber of taste. Food trucks are sometimes onsite. Check their website for current schedule.

Sleight of Hand Cellars is a dog-friendly winery in Wall Walla, WA, where Fido can join you for a flight or glass of wine. Their wines are produced from from a combination of Estate vineyards and non-estate vineyards in some of the top vineyard sites in Washington State. Reservations are strongly encouraged, but walk-ins are welcome based on available space.

Bring Fido on an art gallery walk in downtown Baker City, OR. The pet-friendly tour is outside and features a wide array of metal sculptures of African wildlife throughout the city. You and your pup will receive a map of the sculptures and how to locate them. Keep Fido leashed and remember to bring water and waste bags.

Winstead Park in Boise, ID, is pet friendly! All areas within Winstead Park, with the exception of the tennis courts, playground, shelter and parking lot, are available for hourly dog off-leash use. There are signs with maps identifying the approved area installed at the park for user reference. Dogs must be on a leash at all other times during the day. Please clean up after your pets.

Fido is invited to play at Fort Walla Walla Dog Park in Washington. This fully fenced off-leash facility offers 2.25 acres between two separate areas for small and large dogs. Amenities include a potable water station, waste bags and a covered area for shade or shelter.

Fido can run and play at Centennial Dog Park in Caldwell, ID. This park features three separate, fenced-in grassy areas for pups to enjoy. The park is located within the boundaries of Whittenberger Park.

The Weiser River National Recreation 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 Council! The map below shows a parking area with convenient access to the Weiser River National Recreation 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.