Dog Friendly Hiking Trails in Salisbury, MO

Leashed dogs are welcome at Ha Ha Tonka State Park, a pet-friendly park in Camdenton, MO. The park is a geologic wonderland with sinkholes, caves, a huge natural bridge, sheer bluffs and Missouri’s 12th largest spring. The ruins of a turn-of-the-century stone castle overlook these wonders and offer impressive views of the Lake of the Ozarks and Ha Ha Tonka Spring. A series of trails and boardwalks make it easy for visitors to experience all the park has to offer from its historic castle and geologic wonders to its wooded areas and open rocky glades. The Turkey Pen Hollow Trail is a 6.5 mile loop. Dogs are not allowed in historic buildings, public swimming areas or beaches.

Fido is welcome off-leash on the 5-miles of dog-friendly nature trails of Grindstone Nature Area in Columbia, MO. The 200-acre park features lovely creeks and scenery. Please note that dogs must be leashed only on the Hinkson Creek Trail.

Mark Twain Memorial Lighthouse is a dog-friendly trail and tourist attraction in Hannibal, MO. This lighthouse sits on top of a hill overlooking the Mississippi River, and features a set of stairs or a winding road that you can hike up too. Your leashed, friendly dog is welcome to join you on the trail and stairs surrounding the lighthouse, but they are not allowed inside.

Leashed dogs are welcome at Lake of the Ozarks State Park, a pet-friendly park in Kaiser, MO. Enjoy the solitude of an undeveloped cove hidden along the shorelines of one of Missouri’s largest lakes. Swim, fish, boat or simply take in the view from a shady campsite or picnic area overlooking the Lake of the Ozarks. The park offers the opportunity to enjoy a variety of recreational activities on the lake or on shore. Lake of the Ozarks has 12 loop trails of various lengths. Dogs are not allowed in the historic buildings or public swimming areas and beaches.

Rodeo Park is a pet-friendly destination in Fort Madison, IA. This 234-acre park is full of trails to explore with your pooch. On your walks around the park, you'll discover playground equipment, six open shelters, restrooms, horseshoe pits, softball diamonds, an enclosed shelter, some camping spots, a 36-hole disc golf course, a 1.5-mile hiking and biking trail, and soccer fields. Adjacent to the trail on the south side of the park, you'll also find the Canine Corral Dog Park for some off-leash play.

Honey Creek State Park is dog-friendly destination in Moravia, where you are invited to bring Fido with you to enjoy the home of Iowa's second largest lake, Lake Rathbun. The rolling hills surrounding the lake provide an epic background for visitors to enjoy while walking on the five miles of multi-use trails and the Woodland Interpretive Trail. There are also a couple of picnic areas where leashed dogs are welcome.

The Watkins Mill State Park in Lawson, MO is dog friendly. You and Fido will both enjoy views of the 100-acre lake, which has a paved path around it, making it a great spot to walk with your dog. Campground sites and picnic areas are also available. Keep your eyes peeled for white-tailed deer and wild turkeys. Well-behaved, leashed dogs are welcome in the park.

Leashed dogs are welcome at Rock Bridge Memorial State Park, a pet-friendly park in Columbia, MO. The park gives visitors the chance to scramble, hike and bicycle through a scenic environment – and lets them peek into Missouri’s underworld. The park contains some of the most popular hiking trails in the state and also offers solitude while hiking in the Gans Creek Wild Area. Visitors can also see a large cave system with its rock bridge, sinkholes, a spring and underground stream at the Devil's Icebox. You can explore Connor's Cave in the light of the opening for a taste of the underground world. Dogs are not allowed in buildings or public swimming areas and beaches.

Bothwell Lodge State Historic Site in Sedalia, MO is pet friendly. Bring Fido to explore the grounds and three-mile hiking trail, but please note he must remain on a leash. You'll also come across the lodge, one of the Midwest's best representations of early 20th-century sensibilities.

Leashed dogs can join you on the pet-friendly grounds of Arrow Rock State Historic Site in Arrow Rock, MO. You and Fido can view the exteriors of the historic buildings throughout the area, but dogs are not permitted inside any of these structures. You can also explore the trails and scenic overlooks. Please clean up after Fido during your visit.

Two- and four-legged outdoor enthusiasts can visit Columbia Cosmopolitan Recreation Area, commonly known as Cosmo Park, in Columbia, MO. This pet-friendly attraction is this city's largest park, spanning 533 acres and offering visitor amenities like sports courts, athletic fields, playgrounds, picnic areas, fishing lakes, a skate park and more. Dogs must be leashed unless in the Bear Creek Nature Area on the park's north end.

Fido is welcome to join you on the pet-friendly trails at Capen Park in Columbia, MO. You and Fido may get to enjoy watching climbers ascend up the limestone, as this is a popular spot for rock climbing. The park also features many scenic overlooks.

Leashed dogs are welcome at Mark Twain State Park, a pet-friendly park in Florida, MO. Nestled in the Salt River Hills of north-central Missouri, Mark Twain State Park gives visitors access to sprawling Mark Twain Lake, as well as unparalleled outdoors activities. The terrain is covered by bluffs overlooking the lake and stands of oak, hickory, and maple that are filled with white-tailed deer, turkey, and other wildlife. Numerous picnic areas, two four-lane boat ramps and more than six miles of hiking trails with lake views offer something for everyone. Mark Twain has 5 loop trails. Dogs are not allowed in the historic buildings or public swimming areas and beaches.

Leashed dogs are welcome at Harry S Truman State Park, a pet-friendly park in Warsaw, MO. Clear waters, dramatic bluffs, and vibrant summer and fall colors make this park an ideal place to vacation. Located on a peninsula, the park offers a marina, ample fishing and boating opportunities, and water that’s perfect for every kind of swimmer. Hiking trails, picnic areas, and campsites dot the park’s open oak woodlands and provide a home for abundant wildlife. Truman Park has 3 loop trails of various lengths. Dogs are not allowed in the buildings, or public swimming areas and beaches.

Leashed pets are allowed at Knob Noster State Park, a pet-friendly park in Knob Noster, MO. The park is a tranquil retreat of open oak woodland with a few patches of prairie along both sides of the meandering Clearfork Creek. It’s a place for fishermen to wet a line, for mountain bikers, hikers and horseback riders to get some trail time, and for families to spend quality time together. The park also features an oxbow slough, which has been officially designated as Pin Oak Slough Natural Area. Pets are not allowed in any buildings or public swimming areas and beaches.

The Katy Trail State Park 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 Hartsburg! The map below shows a parking area with convenient access to the Katy Trail State Park. 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.

The Katy Trail State Park 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 Clinton! The map below shows a parking area with convenient access to the Katy Trail State Park. 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.

Leashed pets are allowed at Crowder State Park, a pet-friendly park in Trenton, MO. The park features 1,912 acres in the rolling green hills of northern Missouri. Visitors can enjoy more than 17 miles of hiking, bicycling, backpacking and equestrian trails in a forested, rugged terrain. The park also offers fishing and boating opportunities on 18-acre Crowder Lake. The family-oriented campground includes modern restrooms and shady picnic sites are scattered throughout the park. Pets are not allowed in any buildings, public swimming areas or beaches.

Bring Fido to explore nature at dog-friendly Long Branch State Park in Macon, MO. You and Fido can spend the day hiking trails to see colorful prairie wildflowers and a variety of birds like red-headed woodpeckers, brown thrashers and indigo buntings. There are also three boat ramps which provide access to Long Branch Lake. A modern campground is available for extended stays. Well-behaved, leashed dogs are welcome but are not allowed in historic buildings or swimming areas.

The Katy Trail State Park 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 Boonville! The map below shows a parking area with convenient access to the Katy Trail State Park. 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.