Dog Friendly Hiking Trails in Oregon

If your dog likes to ruff it, bring Fido hiking in Oregon. Our dog friendly hiking section includes everything from easy one-hour walks to fantastic overnight trips in Oregon that won’t be soon forgotten. Seriously, go take a hike!

Ecola State Park

Cannon Beach, OR

Ecola State Park Ecola State Park is a pet-friendly recreation area in Cannon Beach, OR. Stroll along the sand with your pup as you both enjoy the ocean breezes. If your pooch prefers trails to sand, you can walk the many miles of beautiful, dog-friendly trails in the park, following the steps of Lewis and Clark to the unforgettable scenic overlooks. Dogs are always allowed throughout the park but must be leashed at all times. See Details

Fort Stevens State Park

Hammond, OR

Fort Stevens State Park Your on-leash pet is welcome to join you at Fort Stevens State Park in Hammond, OR. Bring Fido out to explore dog-friendly hiking trails, historic attractions, forests, dunes, and beaches. Be sure to explore the historic fort that was built near the end of the American Civil War. Then, make your way to the beach, where you’ll find the Wreck of the Peter Iredale, a vessel that ran ashore in 1906. See Details

Mount Pisgah Trail

Eugene, OR

Mount Pisgah Trail Mount Pisgah Trail is a pet-friendly hike in Eugene, OR. It's a moderately easy, 7.8-mile trek that will take about 2.5 hours to complete with Fido. While hiking this scenic trail, please remember dogs must be leashed while on the main trail to the summit and under strict voice control on other trails. Park rules require you to clean up after your dogs waste, and harassing wildlife of any kind is strictly prohibited. See Details

Forest Park

Portland, OR

Forest Park Forest Park in Portland, OR is dog-friendly! The park features 70 miles of trails and can be accessed from multiple points. Forest Park boasts popular treks such as its five-mile round-trip hike from Lower Macleay Park to the Pittock Mansion, and the thirty-mile Wildwood Trail, which runs through the entirety of the Park. Fido must be leashed at all times while in Forest Park. Dog owners should clean up after their pet and properly dispose of waste bags. See Details

Mt. Bachelor Ski Resort

Bend, OR

Mt. Bachelor Ski Resort There are so many ways to have fun with your pup at the Mount Bachelor Ski Resort in Bend, OR. Dogs are allowed on the Pine Marten chair lift during the summer months, as long as they are fitted with an owner-provided full body harness capable of safely supporting the animal’s weight in the event a lift evacuation is required. Fido is also allowed on approved dog-friendly hiking trails, but must remain under restricted length (8 feet or less) leash control. Mt. Bachelor does not offer an off-leash area in the summer due to protected wildlife and vegetation. Hiking tickets are available for a fee. During the winter months the resort provides an off-leash, Ruffwear Dog Park. The park has a snow-play area for dogs, as well as dog toys. The park can be found at the far west end of the West Village parking area. The Mt. Bachelor Base Area is a "Doggie Free Zone." Dogs must remain in the parking lot (on a leash) or supervised in the Ruffwear Dog Park. See Details

Springwater Corridor

Gresham, OR

Springwater Corridor The Springwater Corridor 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 Gresham! The map below shows a parking area with convenient access to the Springwater Corridor. 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

Francis Shrader Old Growth Trail

Gold Beach, OR

Francis Shrader Old Growth Trail Francis Shrader Old Growth Trail is a pet-friendly path in Gold Beach, OR. It's a moderately easy, 1.5-mile hike in Siskiyou National Forest that will take about 1 hour to complete with Fido. Signs of logging operations are prevalent on the drive to this trail. Hiking this short trail will be a pleasant escape to enjoy the unspoiled forest and its blooming rhododendron. Please note that dogs must be on leash. See Details

Deschutes National Forest

Bend, OR

Deschutes National Forest The vast majority of the Bend, OR's Deschutes National Forest is pet-friendly and accommodates off-leash opportunities for dogs. From May 15 to September 15, dogs must be leashed in campgrounds, in Three Sisters Wilderness Area (Green Lakes, Moraine Lakes, South Sister, Soda Creek, Todd Lake and Crater Ditch trails), and the Deschutes River Trail (unless they are exiting or entering the water). In winter (November 1 to May 1) dogs are allowed on all but 1% of the Deschutes National Forest. The area where dogs are not allowed is located north of the Cascade Lakes Highway and includes areas accessed by the Virginia-Meissner, Swampy Lakes, Vista Butte and Dutchman Sno-Parks. Dogs are allowed in the area with a permit, for the purpose of skijoring or dog sledding. See Details

Cape Perpetua Scenic Area

Yachats, OR

Cape Perpetua Scenic Area Fido can look out over the Marine Garden Shoreline from the highest viewpoint accessible by car at the Cape Perpetua Scenic Area in Yachats, OR. Dogs must be on a leash no longer than six feet during their visit to the Scenic Area. The Scenic Area boasts twenty-six miles of trail, which feature old-growth forests, Native American shell middens, the Devil's Churn, tide pools, and stunning views. See Details

OC&E Woods Line State Trail

Klamath Falls, OR

OC&E Woods Line State Trail The OC&E Woods Line State 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 Klamath Falls! The map below shows a parking area with convenient access to the OC&E Woods Line State 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

Deschutes River Trail

Wasco, OR

Deschutes River Trail The Deschutes River 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 Wasco! The map below shows a trailhead where you can pick up the Deschutes River 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

Willamette Mission State Park

Gervais, OR

Willamette Mission State Park Fido is welcome to join you when exploring 1,300 acres of woodland, wetland, rolling meadows and working farmland at Willamette Mission State Park in Gervais, OR. Located just north of Salem, take your best friend on a hike along 15 miles of scenic trails where he can roam off-leash. Trails are also popular routes for horseback riders and mountain bikers, and hikers should be aware of flooded or closed trails during heavy rainstorms. See Details

Champoeg State Heritage Area

Saint Paul, OR

Champoeg State Heritage Area Champoeg State Heritage Area, nestled along the Willamette River in St Paul, OR, offers a unique blend of history, nature, and recreation. Designated a National Historic Place, this pet-friendly park features forests, fields and wetlands that evoke a bygone era. Explore paved trails past historical landmarks, play disc golf, picnic amid scenic views, or fish along the river. Leashed dogs are welcome throughout, including the campground and select cabins and yurts. See Details

Detroit Lake State Recreation Area

Detroit, OR

Detroit Lake State Recreation Area Detroit Lake State Recreation Area in northwest Oregon offers a pet-friendly campground by the forest-ringed canyon reservoir. This nine-mile-long lake is ideal for fishing, boating and water sports, with stunning views of snow-capped Mt. Jefferson in the distance. Leashed dogs are welcome to visit and stay overnight. See Details

Hat Rock State Park

Hermiston, OR

Hat Rock State Park The pet-friendly Hat Rock State Park in Hermiston, OR marks a historic site from the Lewis and Clark Expedition. Families and their leashed pets can enjoy strolls on paved and unpaved pathways, picnicking by the water, fishing, boating and more within the spacious, well-maintained park. See Details

Powell Butte Nature Park

Portland, OR

Powell Butte Nature Park Powell Butte Nature Park is a peaceful natural area in Portland, OR. The dog-friendly park is named after an extinct cinder cone volcano and now features 611 acres meadowland and forest. Fido must remain leashed on your walk through the park. See Details

Milo McIver State Park Off Leash Area

Estacada, OR

Milo McIver State Park Off Leash Area Your pet will love to run off-leash in the designated off leash area at Milo McIver State Park. It is an open, grassy space, which includes shady trees, and a water area for Fido to cool off. Be careful as it is not fenced and there is a horse trail nearby. There is also a fee to enter. See Details

Soapstone Lake Trail

Seaside, OR

Soapstone Lake Trail Soapstone Lake Trail is a pet-friendly hike in Seaside, OR. Pets are welcome on leashes on the rarely-crowded trails of this park. Enjoy the forty-minute walk around the lake. To get there from Portland, take US-26 west, then turn south on OR-53. The trailhead will be on the left after about 5 miles. See Details

Keizer Rapids Park

Keizer, OR

Keizer Rapids Park Keizer Rapids Park is Keizer, OR's largest park, consisting of 148 acres. The pet-friendly park includes an amphitheater, trails, picnic areas, camping areas, a disc golf course, and even an on site dog park! Bring Fido out for a whole day of fun outside. See Details

Warrior Rock Trail

Portland, OR

Warrior Rock Trail Warrior Rock Trail is a pet-friendly hike in Portland, OR. It's an easy, 5.8-mile trek on Sauvie Island that will take about 3 hours to complete with Fido. Keep your dog under good control as you explore the wildlife refuge and the resident waterfowl, songbirds, blue heron, and cattle. There is not any drinking water for you or your dog along the way. Please note that dogs must be on leash. See Details