Dog Friendly Hiking Trails in Denison, IA

Here are the dog-friendly hiking trails closest to Denison. Use the links below to get an overview of each one, see pictures, print directions, and even read reviews from other dog owners.

The Brenton Arboretum

Dallas Center, IA

The Brenton Arboretum The Brenton Arboretum is a 143-acre landscape in the heart of Iowa agricultural land. Located in Dallas Center, IA, this pet-friendly attraction welcomes you and FIdo to explore thousands of trees, beautiful prairies and wildflower meadows, streams and ponds, and miles of grassy trails. Dogs must remain on a leash during their visit, and an annual membership or a day pass per dog is required. See Details

Iowa Arboretum

Madrid, IA

Iowa Arboretum Iowa Arboretum in Madrid, IA features beautiful, dog-friendly woodland and prairie walking trails. It's a great place to connect with nature and Fido. There are 160 acres of gardens, forests and prairies populated with century-old oak trees and native grasses. Please keep your dog on a leash and note that pets are not allowed in the visitor center. See Details

Valley View Park

Council Bluffs, IA

Valley View Park Valley View Park is a pet-friendly recreational hub in Council Bluffs, IA. Your four-legged family member can tag along to explore the park, which is approximately 50 acres in size. Amenities include a dog park, a pavilion, a habitat corridor with pathways and a pedestrian bridge that crosses Mosquito Creek, offering direct access to the City’s trail system. See Details

Memorial Park

Omaha, NE

Memorial Park Memorial Park is a pet-friendly spot near University Avenue and Robert H Storz Drive in Omaha, NE. Your leashed furry friend is welcome to join you on the multi-use trails and visit the floral display and the historical monument. See Details

Platte River State Park

Louisville, NE

Platte River State Park Platte River State Park is a pet-friendly destination in Louisville, NE. This recreation area encompasses hundreds of acres of rolling hills, woodlands and more. Leashed dogs are welcome on trails to view the picturesque waterfall and at Crawdad Creek. See Details

Big Papio Trail

Omaha, NE

Big Papio Trail The Big Papio Trail is a multi-use trail preserved from a historic canal towpath that's a great place to walk Fido in Omaha! The map below shows a parking area with convenient access to the Big Papio 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. See Details

West Papio Trail

Omaha, NE

West Papio Trail The West Papio Trail is a multi-use trail preserved from a historic canal towpath that's a great place to walk Fido in Omaha! The map below shows a parking area with convenient access to the West Papio 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. See Details

MoPac Trail West

Lincoln, NE

MoPac Trail West MoPac Trail West 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 Lincoln! The map below shows a trailhead where you can pick up the MoPac 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. See Details

Siouxland Freedom Park

South Sioux City, NE

Siouxland Freedom Park Leashed dogs are welcome to join their owners in visiting the pet-friendly Siouxland Freedom Park in South Sioux City, NE. This 55-acre area serves as an outdoor recreation space for the community as well as a place to honor fallen soldiers. Features of the park include a replica of the Vietnam Memorial Wall, walking trails, an off-leash dog park and more. See Details

Ledges State Park

Madrid, IA

Ledges State Park Dogs are allowed to join their owners at Ledges State Park in Madrid, IA. Pea's Creek, a tributary of the Des Moines River, carves through a craggy sandstone gorge which can be viewed from the arch stone bridge at this pet-friendly park. There are a number of picnic spots which offer great views and tranquil surroundings. Adventurous dogs can tackle the four miles of hiking trails that lead to scenic overlooks of the canyon below, as long as they are on a leash under six feet in length. See Details

Fort Dodge Nature Trail

Fort Dodge, IA

Fort Dodge Nature Trail The Fort Dodge Nature 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 Fort Dodge! The map below shows a trailhead where you can pick up the Fort Dodge Nature 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. See Details

Good Earth State Park

Sioux Falls, SD

Good Earth State Park Good Earth State Park in Sioux Falls, SD is a dog-friendly outdoor recreation area that welcomes four-legged friends. The park provides several amenities for visitors, such as hiking trails, picnic areas, playgrounds, historical sites and photography opportunities. To ensure safety, pets must always be on a leash no longer than six feet, and owners are responsible for cleaning up after their animals. See Details

T-Bone Trail

Brayton, IA

T-Bone Trail The T-Bone 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 Brayton! The map below shows a trailhead where you can pick up the T-Bone 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. See Details

Chalco Hills Recreation Area

Omaha, NE

Chalco Hills Recreation Area Chalco Hills Recreation Area is a pet-friendly spot in Omaha, NE. Spend a day with your pup by hitting the hiking trails. This attraction surrounds the 245-acre Wehrspann Lake to give you stunning views. See Details

Whiterock Conservancy

Coon Rapids, IA

Whiterock Conservancy Enjoy a day spent exploring the year-round hiking trails at dog-friendly Whiterock Conservancy in Coon Rapids, IA. Fido is welcome on all trails but should be leashed or under voice control as you're likely to encounter horseback riders and cyclists during your visit. Whiterock Conservancy offers 40 miles of scenic trails which guide you through beautiful oak forests and across picturesque open prairies. The area is free to visitors but $2 donations are appreciated and can be left at most trailheads. Hikers will find routes to suit all activity levels; the adventurous outdoor enthusiasts can undertake the 9.7 mile Main Loop, and those casual pleasure-seekers can meander along the 1.2 mile White Oak trail. Dogs are permitted at designated campsites and select accommodations, but are not allowed at Hollyhock or Home Farm. See Details

Ponca State Park

Ponca, NE

Ponca State Park Ponca State Park in Nebraska is pet friendly. Dogs and their owners can enjoy this park along the Missouri River bluffs. One of the state's most popular recreation areas comprises forested hills and scenic vistas. There are miles of scenic trails around the park, which can be enjoyed on your own or a guided hike offered throughout the year with your furry friend. See Details

Stone State Park

Sioux City, IA

Stone State Park Stone State Park is a pet-friendly recreation area in Sioux City, IA. The rugged landscape of the park makes it a great place to explore for adventurous dogs and their owners. The eight miles of hiking trails will take you around the scenic vistas of wooded valleys and dry prairie ridges, alongside the Big Sioux River. Dogs are invited to join their owners around the park, as long as they are on a leash under six feet in length. See Details

Lake Anita State Park

Anita, IA

Lake Anita State Park Lake Anita State Park, featuring a 171-acre reservoir on a branch of the Nishnabotna River, is a dog-friendly recreation area in Anita, IA. Home to a four-mile trail that loops around the lake and a number of other interesting trails that weave inland, this is a great spot for Fido to stretch his legs. Your pup is welcome to join you on the trails as long as they are on a leash under six feet in length. See Details

Lewis and Clark State Park

Onawa, IA

Lewis and Clark State Park Lewis and Clark State Park in Onawa, Iowa is pet friendly. Located along the shores of Blue Lake, formed by the Missouri River many years ago, this park was one of the stops that Lewis and Clark made on their great expedition in 1804. Dogs are welcome to enjoy walking the trails with you around the lake and through nearby woodlands, but please remember to keep them on a leash under six feet in length and to clean up any mess they leave behind. See Details

Prairie Rose State Park

Harlan, IA

Prairie Rose State Park Prairie Rose State Park is a pet-friendly destination in Harlan, IA. You can bring Fido with you to enjoy the 218-acre lake and surrounding wooded trails in the area. The seven miles of multi-purpose trails in the park can be used all year round by pups and their owners. Dogs are welcome on a leash under six feet, as long as all their mess is cleaned up after them. See Details