Other Dog Activities in Virginia

Perched atop scenic Hogback Mountain, Stone Tower Winery consists of 306 acres of rolling vineyards in Leesburg, VA. The dog-friendly Harvest Barn tasting room offers visitors plenty of space both inside and outside to sample chardonnay, pinot noir, and sauvignon blanc, among others. All group tastings and tours must be scheduled. Call for details and hours.

Three Fox Vineyards is a dog-friendly winery in Delaplane, VA. Fido is welcome inside their tasting room, except for the upstairs lounge, and water and dog treats are available. Here you will find fantastic and affordable tours, tastings and pairings. Their four season deck provides the north and west views of the property overlooking Crooked Run Creek and the rolling hills.

White Oak Lavender Farm & The Purple Wolf Vineyard in Harrisonburg, VA, is dog friendly. This family-owned establishment welcomes your furry friend to accompany you in the tasting room, on the patio and throughout the grounds. During your visit, sample one of their wines with cheese and crackers in a beautiful setting.

8 Chains North is a dog-friendly boutique farm winery showcasing handcrafted, Old-World-style wines in Waterford, VA. Their philosophy: Great wines are made in the vineyard. The warm and inviting tasting room has stunning vineyard views. Dogs are welcome inside and outside at the winery, and there's even a fenced off-leash area for your dog to run and frolic with other friendly canines! Open year-round, the winery offers an extensive patio during the season, and a roaring fireplace in the cold-weather months. Their friendly and knowledgeable staff looks forward to making your visit a truly memorable one.

Big Lick Brewing Company is a pet-friendly microbrewery in downtown Roanoke, VA. They offer a great selection of craft beer, all brewed on the premises. You can also enjoy an abundant choice of food, from neighboring restaurants Beamer's 25 and Tuco's Taqueria delivered to you in the taproom. Leashed dogs are welcome both inside and outside, year-round.

Tradition Brewing Company is a dog-friendly brewery in Newport News, VA, where Fido can join you outside or inside the taproom. They offer seasonal brews and regular options on tap with a variety of types and flavors. Check their website for a schedule of special events.

Barrel Oak Winery & Brewery is a beautiful family-owned winery in Delaplane, VA, that welcomes dogs with open arms. They say that Barrel Oaks Winery stands for "BOW" (as in bow wow), and they even have wines named after their dogs! It is a great place to tour the countryside with your dog, or sit on their pet-friendly patio and enjoy wine and cheese while making new friends.

Dogs are welcome at pet-friendly Sly Clyde Ciderworks, located in Hampton, VA, where they make a variety of different hard cider from apples picked in West Virginia. The cider varies from classic flavors to blackberry mint, gin-infused, Colonial style and even habanero rosemary. You are welcome to bring Fido with you to sit inside or out as no food is prepared on the premises. If you do get hungry, they have partnered up with several food trucks from the area to feed their hungry guests while they enjoy their beverages.

Bring Fido to the pet-friendly Natural Bridge State Park in Natural Bridge, VA. Your leashed pup is welcome to join you as you explore the seven miles of beautiful wooded hiking trails. Pets are not permitted on the Natural Bridge State Resort Park hiking trails – except for the Henson Arch Trail and Whittleton Trail. Most trails at Natural Bridge are within a dedicated Kentucky State Nature Preserve, and pets are not permitted as a part of the management guidelines.

Bring Fido along on a trip to Wisteria Farm and Vineyard in Stanley, VA. This pet-friendly farm and winery allows leashed dogs to accompany their people anywhere on the property. They even have some homemade dog treats you can purchase for your pup. Enjoy delicious wine, beautiful scenery and some light food options.

Barboursville Vineyards is a pet-friendly winery in Barboursville, VA. Leashed dogs are welcome to join you at an outdoor table overlooking an expansive slope of Cabernet Franc and the Blue Ridge beyond. You can enjoy a selection of wine to pair with a charcuterie board.

DuCard Vineyards is a pet-friendly establishment in Etlan, VA, bordering the eastern slope of Shenandoah National Park. Fido can join you at a table inside or on their outdoor patio while you enjoy a glass of wine. Your pup will be lavished with attention here as they offer complimentary dog treats and water for your furry friend.

The pet-friendly Villa Appalaccia Winery produces Italian-Inspired wine that is grown and harvested in Floyd, VA. Enjoy a piece of Tuscany with your leashed canine friend in the Blue Ridge Mountains! Along with unique wines, they offer cheese plates with bread, fruit, olives and local cheeses.

Founded in 1974 in an old munitions plant, the Torpedo Factory Art Center in Alexandria, VA, is a dog-friendly art studio that is known for having the largest amount of working artists in one place. There's all sorts of art for you and Fido to view inside, including painting, ceramics, photography, jewelry, stained glass, fiber, printmaking, and sculpture.

Salty Paws in Virginia Beach, VA is permanently closed.

Glass House Winery is a boutique, dog-friendly winery in Free Union, VA. Fido is welcome on their grounds and in the conservatory during your visit. They feature carefully grown and cultivated grapes that produce a range of artisan wines. They also make handcrafted chocolates to pair with your drink.

The grounds at James Madison's Montpelier are dog friendly in Virginia. There are various walking trails in the forested and open terrain to explore with your leashed furry friend. There are also picnic tables spread throughout the property to relax with your pup.

Alewerks Brewing Company is pet-friendly. Bring Fido to hang out on the patio and beer garden. Your pooch is invited to keep you company while you sample seasonal brews and Alewerks classics, and water is available on request for four-legged guests.

A Few Old Goats Brewing, also known as AFOG Brewing, is a small pet-friendly brewery in Roanoke, VA. Your leashed pup is welcome to join you inside the taproom while you try their Cream Ale, Gose, Red, IPA and more. Because they brew with a two-barrel system, they don't often brew the same thing twice, so make sure to stop in to see what's on tap.

Check out the pet-friendly Dinosaur Kingdom II in Natural Bridge, VA. Located a few miles from the Natural Bridge State Park, this interesting dinosaur amusement park combines dinosaurs with American soldiers to create a weird experience for anybody who goes there. They allow leashed dogs, but visitors should be aware that there are loud noises and some animatronics that may be scary for some pups.