Dog Friendly Hiking Trails in Pittsboro, IN

Bring your dog along to explore the Monon Trail, a converted railway that winds for 26 miles through Indianapolis, connecting Sheridan, Carmel and other smaller communities along the way. The paved, dog-friendly trail welcomes Fido on a leash, as long as they are cleaned up after. The trail can be accessed from sunrise to sunset.

Leashed dogs are welcome at Hummel Park, a pet-friendly outdoor space in Plainfield, IN. You and Fido can explore over 3-miles of paved trails, or head down to White Lick Creek or one of the other 5 bodies of water in the park so your pup can enjoy the water.

Leashed dogs are welcome at Echo Hollow Nature Park, formerly known as Sodalis Nature Park, a pet-friendly natural space in Plainfield, IN. This scenic park offers nice walking paths around the catch-and-release pond. You and Fido can also enjoy the lovely picnic areas.

Bring Fido along for a bit of outdoor art and culture at The Virginia B. Fairbanks Art & Nature Park in Indianapolis, IN. At this dog-friendly park, you and your furry best friend can enjoy magnificent art, delight in a lakeside picnic lunch and walk the many trails through this beautiful oasis. Just remember to keep your pup leashed and clean up after him during your visit.

Leashed dogs are welcome at Pioneer Park in Mooresville, IN. This pet-friendly, 152-acre community park is the main park in the area. Features include a covered bridge over a creek, rentable picnic shelters, horseshoe courts and more. Enjoy exploring the over 3-miles of multiuse trails with your pup.

Eagle Creek Park is a pet-friendly park devoted entirely to nature in Indianapolis, IN. The park encompasses 1,400 acres of water and 3,900 acres of forest, and leashed dogs are welcome to join you to explore numerous hiking trails. If Fido is looking for off-leash play, you can head over to the Gordon Gilmer Canine Companion Zone and let him loose in the spacious, fully-fenced area. A daily or annual fee is required for entry from Indy Parks and Recreation.

Glenns Valley Nature Park is pet-friendly. Originally named Bluff Road Estates, the name was changed when the park became public in 1992. The space has since been converted into a pleasant nature area and is being maintained to encourage the growth of native Indiana plants. Leashed dogs are welcome on the trails, as long as they are well-behaved and all mess is cleaned up after them. Glenns Valley Nature Park is open every day of the week from dawn until dusk.

The Big-4 Rail Trail (Zionsville) 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 Zionsville! The map below shows a parking area with convenient access to the Big-4 Rail Trail (Zionsville)/Nancy Burton Memorial Park/Dave Brown Rail Trail. Rails-to-Trails Conservancy has generously provided map data for this trail to BringFido for informational purposes only.

White River State Park is a pet-friendly recreational area in Indianapolis, IN. These 250 acres include trails, greenspaces, waterways, a butterfly sanctuary and views of the downtown skyline. Fido is welcome to join you as you explore the Urban Wilderness Trail as long as he is leashed.

You and Fido can spend a day exploring the more than 50 acres that make up Wallace F Holladay Nature Preserve in Indianapolis, IN. The area has a dog-friendly walking path and offers a few water features with a couple of ponds and access to Flynn Creek. The land at Wallace F Holladay Nature Preserve helps protect the endangered Indiana bat.

Leashed dogs are welcome to visit Starkey Nature Park in Zionville, IN. This 80-acre, pet-friendly park features trails to explore, nature watching, picnic tables and more.

Take Fido for a day in nature at Hemlock Ridge Nature Preserve, a dog-friendly outdoor recreational area in Roachdale, IN. The nature preserve features a hiking trail that meanders through towering hardwoods such as black gums, oaks and maples. From parts of the trail, you will be able to sneak a peak at Big Walnut Creek.

The Vandalia 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 Coatesville! The map below shows a parking area with convenient access to the Vandalia 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.

Eagles Crest Nature Preserve in Indianapolis, IN, offers a moderately challenging, dog-friendly loop trail. To find the trail, park near the Eagle’s Crest rental house and walk east past it toward the edge of the woods. The trail is open year round.

Leashed pups can join you on White Lick Creek Trail, a pet-friendly out and back trail in Plainfield, IN. This 1.4 mile moderately trafficked hike is suitable for all levels of canine and human hiker.

Escape the city life without having to take a road trip. Dog-friendly Burnett Woods Nature Preserve is located near the Avon Light and Life Church in Avon, IN and offers over 60 acres of mature woodlands to explore. You and Fido can take a stroll on the 1.5-mile hiking trail that is well-known for its wildflowers in the spring and fall foliage.

Leashed dogs are welcome at Friendship Gardens Park, a pet-friendly natural space in Plainfield, IN. This small park is home to three gazebos, a stone waterfall and nice pathways to explore with Fido.

Ellis Park is pet-friendly. Located on 49 beautiful acres in Danville, the park lies along the White Lick Creek in the heart of Town of Danville. Bring your leashed pooch to this local spot with a covered picnic area, gazebo and barbecue pits. Ellis Park is open every day of the week from 6am to 11pm.

Franklin Park is a pet-friendly recreation area in Plainfield, IN. Your leashed dog is welcome to join you on the trails, on the bridge over the creek, and in the grassy areas away from the baseball and softball fields. Pack a picnic to enjoy under the picnic shelter with your pup. There's also a membership-based dog park for off-leash exercise.

Landersdale Trail is pet-friendly. Stroll with your leashed dog along this paved trail in Mooresville that's popular among bikers, joggers and most importantly, dog walkers. Dog owners are reminded to clean up any mess that is left behind. Landersdale Trail can be accessed all day, every day of the week.