Dog Friendly Hiking Trails in Charlotte Hall, MD

River Farm is a pet-friendly 25-acre historic site along the Potomac River in Alexandria, VA. Bring Fido along while you explore the beautiful pathways, gardens, woodlands and meadow surrounding the old home. It's a great spot for a leisurely stroll or afternoon picnic. Dogs are welcome on a leash.

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Chaptico Park

Mechanicsville, MD

Chaptico Park

Chaptico Park is a pet-friendly destination in Mechanicsville, MD. There are picnic tables, a playground, nine soccer and lacrosse fields with practice areas, restrooms and a concession area. It's also home to trails for you to explore with your pooch by your side. Leashed dogs are welcome, as long as they are cleaned up after.

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Greenwell State Park

Hollywood, MD

Greenwell State Park

Greenwell State Park is a dog-friendly destination in Hollywood, MD. Boasting 596-acres of woodland and undeveloped land, this pretty park hugs the banks of the Patuxent River, making it an ideal spot to take off in your kayak with Fido. Enjoy ten miles of marked hiking trails that weave through the towering forests of pine and various other trees. One of the most popular times to visit the park is during fall, when the trees change to an array of colors.

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St. Mary's River State Park

Leonardtown, MD

St. Mary's River State Park

Fido is welcome to join you for a walk at St. Mary's River State Park in Leonardtown, MD. Made up of acres of woodland and fields that are divided by swamps and streams, this pet-friendly park features a 7.5-mile trail that circles the centerpiece of the park, Saint Mary's Lake. Dogs must be leashed and cleaned up after during their visit.

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Newtowne Neck State Park

Leonardtown, MD

Newtowne Neck State Park

Dogs are welcome at Newtowne Neck State Park on the banks of Breton Bay, St. Clements Bay and the Potomac River in Leonardtown, MD. This constantly changing and evolving park on a 794-acre peninsula is popular among wildlife lovers due to the diverse habitat it provides. You can explore the natural environment while hiking through the relatively undeveloped park with Fido. Dog owners are reminded to bring a leash for their pup and to clean up any mess they make.

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Cedarville State Forest

Brandywine, MD

Cedarville State Forest

Dogs are welcome to join their owners at Cedarville State Forest, previously the winter camping ground of the Piscataway Indian Tribe, in Brandywine, MD. The headwaters of the Zekiah Swamp are located in the park, and there are a number of surrounding fields and over 19 miles of trails that can be explored by dogs and their owners. Remember to keep Fido on a leash under six feet for the duration of your stay. Dogs are allowed in all the day use areas and can even camp in the campground with their owners too.

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Myrtle Point Park

California, MD

Myrtle Point Park

Leashed dogs are welcome to enjoy pet-friendly Myrtle Point Park in California, MD. Allow Fido to join you on a walk across 7.3 miles of groomed hiking trails or access the Patuxent River and spend an afternoon with your canine companion atop a kayak or paddleboard. A designated dog beach is located within Myrtle Point Park, but dogs must remain on a leash unless they are in the water.

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Indian Head Rail Trail

White Plains, MD

Indian Head Rail Trail

The Indian Head Rail 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 White Plains! The map below shows a parking area with convenient access to the Indian Head Rail 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.

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Henson Creek Trail

Fort Washington, MD

Henson Creek Trail

The Henson Creek Trail is a multi-use trail that's a great place to walk Fido in Fort Washington! The map below shows a parking area with convenient access to the Henson Creek 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.

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Rosaryville State Park

Upper Marlboro, MD

Rosaryville State Park

Rosaryville State Park is a dog-friendly day-use park spanning 982 acres in Upper Marlboro, MD. The centerpiece of the park is the historic Mount Airy Mansion, which is the only area of the park that isn't pet friendly. There are numerous trails that are accessible to dogs and their owners, including some that are paved. Dogs are welcome on a leash as long as all mess is cleaned up after them. There is a park entrance fee, and Maryland State Park passes are accepted.

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Riverview Park

Fort Washington, MD

Riverview Park

Riverview Park is a pet-friendly community hub in Fort Washington, MD. Fido is welcome to tag along to explore this 22-acre area. Activities include a dog park, hiking trails and picnic areas. A restroom is also available.

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Harmony Hall

Fort Washington, MD

Harmony Hall

Leashed dogs are welcome to visit the pet-friendly grounds of Harmony Hall in Fort Washington, MD. This 18th-century mansion sits atop over 62 acres of land along the Potomac River and is a history-filled spot to explore with Fido. Here, visitors can enjoy some outdoor time with their four-legged friends while walking along trails. Note that pets aren't permitted inside any buildings.

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Fort Hunt National Park

Alexandria, VA

Fort Hunt National Park

Leashed dogs are welcome to join you at the pet-friendly Fort Hunt National Park in Alexandria, VA. Enjoy hiking the Fort Hunt Park Main Loop, the Fort Hunt Park Short Trail or the Mount Vernon Trail with your furry friend. You can also bring lunch to have at one of the picnic areas. Please clean up after your pet.

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George Washington Birthplace National Monument

Colonial Beach, VA

George Washington Birthplace National Monument

Fido is welcome to join you on the pet-friendly grounds of the George Washington Birthplace National Monument in Colonial Beach, VA. Enjoy the hiking trails that surround the property or bring a picnic to have on the Potomac River Beach with your furry friend. Please note that pets aren't allowed in the Memorial Area, Washington Family Burial Ground or in park buildings. Dogs must be cleaned up after and on a leash no longer than six feet. Pets can't be left unattended.

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