Dog Friendly Hiking Trails in Hertford, NC

Merchants Millpond State Park, located in Gatesville, NC, is known for its 760-acre millpond which is over 190 years old. Visitors can enjoy 10 miles of pet-friendly trails, picnic shelters, fishing lakes, a boat ramp, and campsites. Dogs are welcome to visit on a leash, but are not allowed inside buildings.

Pocosin Lakes National Wildlife Refuge is a pet-friendly area in Columbia, NC. It's renowned for conserving rare "pocosin" wetlands and vast natural areas, with recreational opportunities like hiking, boating, biking and inviting visitors to reconnect with nature. All pets must be leashed and under the owner's control at all times. Pets are not permitted on the Duck Pen Wildlife Trail.

Leashed dogs are welcome on the pet-friendly Fenwick-Hollowell Wetlands Trail at the College of The Albemarle in Elizabeth City, NC. This peaceful path surrounds the campus, offering scenic views of wildlife, perfect for a walk with your pup.