Dog Friendly Hiking Trails in Atlanta, GA

There are 11 dog-friendly hiking trails in Atlanta. Use the links below to get an overview of each one, see pictures, print directions, and even read reviews from other dog owners. Coming from out of town? Get a discounted rate on pet friendly hotels in Atlanta.

Pet Friendly East Palisades, Whitewater Creek Trail
East Palisades, Whitewater Creek Trail One of the East Palisades Trails, Whitewater Creek Trail is a dog-friendly trail in Atlanta. Leashed dogs are welcome to join their owners on this hike along the Chattahoochee River. Owners and their dogs can wade in the water; however, they should be cautious as the water can rise and speed up quickly. See Details
Pet Friendly Atlanta BeltLine
Atlanta BeltLine The Atlanta BeltLine is a dog-friendly trail in Atlanta, GA. This trail is one of the largest, most wide-ranging urban redevelopment programs in the United States. It's also an urban explorer and pet owner’s dream. With local art, shops and snacks speckled along the beautiful path, the BeltLine is a pet-friendly walking connection to all of the best corners of the city. See Details
Oakland Cemetery Leashed dogs are welcome at Oakland Cemetery, a pet-friendly historic site in Atlanta, GA. The cemetery is Atlanta's third largest green space and features historic art, architecture and local lore that you can explore with your pup. Fido is welcome to join you in the cemetery, but please make sure he stays off the monuments and you clean up after him. See Details
Grant Park Leashed dogs are welcome to join you at Grant Park, a pet-friendly city park in Atlanta, GA. This 131-acre popular park offers paved paths, wooded areas and plenty of places to relax and enjoy the views with Fido. See Details
Morningside Nature Preserve Morningside Nature Preserve in Atlanta, GA is dog friendly. This preserve offers hiking, walking and running trails across 30 acres of forest. Leashed pets are welcome and Fido is sure to enjoy South Fork Peachtree Creek which is situated .5 miles along the trail. The sandy shores are a popular spot hikers to bring their pets to cool off and relax. See Details
Trolley Line Trail The Trolley Line 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 Atlanta! The map below shows a parking area with convenient access to the Trolley Line 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
Blackburn Park Blackburn Park is a pet-friendly recreational spot within Brookhaven in Atlanta, GA. Your pup can tag along as you explore this 50-acre park. Amenities include Nancy Creek Trail, an exercise path, a picnic area and a walking bridge. A bathroom is also on site. Please ensure Fido remains on a leash during your stay. See Details
Cascade Springs Nature Preserve Cascade Springs Nature Preserve is a pet-friendly destination in Atlanta, GA. Your leashed four-legged family member can join you as you explore the forested 120-acre. Activities include nature trails, a waterfall, streams and a picnic area. Please note no public restrooms are on site. See Details
Deepdene Park Deepdene Park is a pet-friendly woodland area that links six public spaces in Atlanta, GA. Your leashed furry companion can tag along as you explore the 22-acre area. You'll encounter multi-use trails, bridges, streams and more upon arrival. See Details
Bagley Park Leashed dogs are welcome in designated areas of Bagley Park in Atlanta, GA. This pet-friendly public park in the Buckhead neighborhood has a focus on baseball and softball fields, but also features a large picnic area you and Fido can enjoy and explore. See Details
Woodruff Park Leashed dogs are welcome at Woodruff Park, a pet-friendly green space in Atlanta, GA. This popular 6-acre city park offers a variety of events, some of which are even canine-focused, as well as recreation options, art installations and more. You and Fido can pose by the International Peace Fountain and the ATL sculpture, picnic in the park's green space or lounge in the cafe-style chairs at Courtyard Plaza while taking in the sites and sounds of downtown. See Details
Chattahoochee River National Recreational Area Chattahoochee River National Recreational Area is a 10,000-acre, pet-friendly open space along a 48-mile stretch of the river in Sandy Springs, GA. Leashed dogs are welcome to accompany you on a visit to this large forested park where you can enjoy hiking, biking, rafting and fishing. Take Fido for a stroll along a woodland trail and then reward him with a swim in the river after. Please remember to clean up after your pup during your visit. See Details
Big Trees Forest Preserve Leashed dogs are welcome at Big Trees Forest Preserve, a pet-friendly old-growth forest in Sandy Springs, GA. You and Fido can explore the network of trails, babbling brooks and the native trees and flowers that are protected in this preserve. Waste bags and receptacles are found throughout the preserve, making it easy to clean up after your pup. Please do not let Fido dig holes anywhere on the preserve, and remember to stay on the trails. See Details
Sweetwater Creek State Park Sweetwater Creek State Park is a peaceful tract of wilderness in Lithia Springs, GA. A wooded, dog-friendly trail follows the stream to the ruins of the New Manchester Manufacturing Company, a textile mill burned during the Civil War. Beyond the mill, the trail climbs rocky bluffs to provide views of the beautiful rapids below. Additional paths wind through fields and forest, showcasing ferns, magnolias, wild azaleas and hardwoods. Picnic shelters and campsites are also available. See Details
Camp Creek Greenway Leashed pets are welcome to join their owners on Camp Creek Greenway in Lilburn, GA. This pet-friendly, multi-use, ADA-accessible trail spans just over four miles. Whether you're visiting for a leisurely walk or a workout, you and Fido will enjoy this route, which includes boardwalks, bridges, picnic areas, rest areas and wildlife. See Details
Swift-Cantrell Park Leashed dogs are welcome at the popular, pet-friendly Swift-Cantrell Park in Kennesaw, GA. At 42-acres, the City's largest community park features picnic pavilions, a 1-mile, 12-foot-wide perimeter trail, half-mile inner-loop trail, shade structures, acres of open turf for passive recreation, restrooms and drinking fountains.The park is also home to Frank Boone Dog Park. Waste bags and receptacles are located throughout the park. See Details
Panola Mountain State Park Leashed dogs are welcome at Panola Mountain State Park in Stockbridge, GA. This park offers 25 miles of pet-friendly trails for you and Fido to hike in addition to many other activities such as biking, fishing and birding. Dogs must be kept on a leash no longer than 6-feet, and they are not permitted in or around the conservation area, historic sites, lodges, group camps or swimming areas. See Details
Marietta Paper Mill Ruins Marietta Paper Mill Ruins is a dog-friendly trail located inside Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area in Marietta, GA. Marietta Paper Mill was once the largest paper mill in the state of Georgia. You and Fido can check out the stone wall remains of Marietta Paper Mill located along Sope Creek, but dogs must remain on a leash. See Details
Davidson-Arabia Mountain Nature Preserve Davidson-Arabia Mountain Nature Preserve is a dog-friendly 2,550 acre greenspace in Stonecrest, GA. Leashed dogs are welcome to join you when exploring miles of trails which vary in length and difficulty. The longest route takes hikers along the rugged 1.8 mile Mountain View Trail which skirts the base of Arabia Mountain. Follow the blue markers and enjoy some of the best landscape views in the Nature Preserve. The yellow markers outline Forest Trail, a well-traveled route ideal for families and first-time visitors. Allow Fido to sniff through the forest canopy and reward him with a drink at Arabia Lake. Considered an exceptional geological wonder, Davidson-Arabia Mountain Nature Preserve is abundant with rare native plant species thriving in the wetlands and oak forests, alongside exposed granite formations and multiple streams. See Details
Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area Leashed dogs can visit the pet-friendly Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area in Sandy Springs, GA. Pets are permitted to explore along the walking and hiking trails in the park. Visitors can also enjoy other amenities, including river rafting, trout fishing, biking and more. See Details
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