Top public and private dog hiking trails in Highlands, North Carolina

Riverside - 16 acre mix of fields/woods/trails on the French Broad River

Riverside is a serene spot nestled along the scenic French Broad River. Spanning across 16 acres of enchanting woods and open fields, this pet paradise offers a haven for furry companions to frolic, swim, and embrace the great outdoors. Whether your pets enjoy splashing in the river or exploring the lush surroundings, Riverside provides the perfect retreat for them to have a tail-wagging time. Unleash the adventure and create everlasting memories with your four-legged friends at this idyllic spot. Make sure to use Google Maps and follow the included access directions. Apple Maps won't get you anywhere close!

David's 66 Acre Unfenced Private Dog Park In Brevard

My property has multiple trails, 2 small fields, streams, a large pond for swimming, and a dog wash station! Lots of space to play. Truly a dog paradise! My property is located on a long, gravel driveway (named by me as Maple Gap Rd) off Frozen Creek Road and just a short distance from the back entrance of Gorges State Park. Once turning onto Frozen Creek Road it’s about 1.3 miles on your right. You’ll see a small green sign saying Maple Gap Road and a Sniffspot sign. Parking is available beside the garage (looks like a house). Ok to park behind my silver truck that stays there. You’ll see a Sniffspot ‘park here’ sign, a dog waste station with bags, and a brown bench with tennis balls, water bowls, and bug spray in a storage bin under the seat. Access to the two small fields and stream is across the gravel driveway. My two homes on the property are vacation rentals by owner. If you see guests they may/may not have dogs. Make sure to introduce yourself as a Sniffspot customer. Also, please call or text owner to give advance notice, along with your names and dogs. Thank you! 678-640-0359

Trailhuggers Canine Fun & Wellness Retreat

Over 20 acres of pure dog and owner bonding wellness and fun. Whatever conditions you're seeking - whether it's a romp in the woods endless expanse for fetch and bonding a memorable place to take some photos and just retreat Trailhuggers has it all. Bring a pack of friends or enjoy solo. Our goal is to beat you and your pups' expectations. You'll definitely want to return. Also check out our second Sniffspot listing nearby, especially for small breeds, senior dogs or less adventurous spirits, with all the same owner amenities as Trailhuggers.

Redemption Downs Farm and Kennels dog park and walking trails

Welcome to Redemption Downs! You can come relax while your puppy gets out the zoomies. If you’re more active and need to get your zoomies out; there are acres and acres of walking trails. You and your fluffy friends can talk to our sheep, our goats, and meet our barking babies! Come sit for a while, exercise, have a picnic, or chill out on the hammocks while your pooch plays! The farm is gated, extremely private, and has assigned parking. There is a trail that runs to Lake Hartwell. When the water is up, you can walk to the cove to let your buddy get his swim on!

McT Family Farm

17 acre working farm with 50 livestock in fenced pastures. Entire farm is fenced in, including five livestock pastures and two corrals. Two turn-of-the-century barns great for photo backgrounds. Dogs can get near the fencing but not into the pastures with livestock. Mini highland cow, Irish dexter cow, alpacas, sheep, donkeys, ponies, goats - all in pastures and safely fenced off.

Marshall's Private Dog Park In Zirconia