Dog Friendly Hiking Trails

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Here at Stay And Play in the Smokies, we understand the relationship between an owner and his or her dog. That's why we created the "Dog-Friendly" category, to help you make better decisions on how to plan your next hiking adventure with Fido.

All but two trails in Great Smoky Mountains National Park are off-limits to dogs with exception of campgrounds, picnic areas and along road sides. The park requires a leash no longer than 6 feet. However, apart from the national park, there are multiple trails and areas that allow you to hike with your dog. Check these locations out and be sure to read over my "local scoop" area to get the inside track on dog friendly hiking trails.

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We recommend using the 'Filter by Nearest City' option to help locate points of interest (POIs) that can normally be found 'off the beaten path' or outside of a given city's limits.

Find these POIs under our 'Play' & 'Explore' categories.

A few examples: Hiking, Waterfalls, Fishing Spots, Picnic Areas, Swimming Holes, Mtn. Biking, Museums & Historic Sites, Scenic Drives & Motorcycle Routes.