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Dog-Friendly Running Trails in South Carolina
South Carolina has 164 trails with dogs allowed in this directory, across 54 cities and towns — Greenville, Charleston, Summerville, Florence and 50 more. Trails where dogs are welcome, with leash rules, bags and water still on you.
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Use the filters to narrow these by surface, loop, distance, shade, lighting, restrooms, water and parking.
Coligny Beach Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 11,470 reviews
Oceanside park with landscaped walking & biking paths, plus Wi-Fi, swings & beach equipment rentals.
Myrtle Beach State Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 8,728 reviews
Sandy parkland offering recreational oceanfront, a nature center, forested areas & campgrounds.
Paris Mountain State Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 4,063 reviews
Serene park with miles of hiking/biking trails, canoe & kayak rentals, & dozens of campsites.
James Island County Park
4.8 ★★★★★ 3,630 reviews
This serene park with tidal creeks & trails is a popular spot for biking, crabbing & camping.
Caesars Head State Park
4.8 ★★★★★ 3,378 reviews
Scenic destination with acres of mountain park for visitors seeking waterfall views & hiking trails.
Columbia Canal and Riverfront Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 3,137 reviews
Old pump houses shed light on the canal works amid natural hiking & biking trails & picnic tables.
Myrtle Beach State Park Pier
4.8 ★★★★★ 3,063 reviews
Relaxed park with a mile-long pier featuring fishing, gift shops, ice cream and a campsite, plus outdoor showers.
West Columbia Riverwalk Park and Amphitheater
4.7 ★★★★★ 3,112 reviews
This park on the Congaree River features an amphitheater & connects with the Three Rivers Greenway.
Conestee Nature Preserve
4.7 ★★★★★ 2,652 reviews
Home to more than 200 bird species, this 400-acre wildlife preserve offers paved trails & bog walks.
Savannah National Wildlife Refuge
4.6 ★★★★★ 2,620 reviews
29,000-acre refuge featuring a visitor center & 4-mile wildlife drive, plus hiking & biking trails.
Folly Field Beach Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 1,998 reviews
Tranquil beach with restrooms & outdoor showers, plus seasonal umbrella & lounge chair rentals.
Croft State Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 1,901 reviews
This 7,000-acre park boasts 12 miles of hiking & horse trails, 2 lakes & an equestrian center.
Azalea Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 1,895 reviews
Scenic park with landscaped flower beds, ponds, sculptures, winding walking trails & tennis courts.
Hampton Park
4.8 ★★★★★ 1,851 reviews
Featuring extensive floral displays, this park also offers a baseball diamond, playground & trail.
Unity Park
4.8 ★★★★★ 1,832 reviews
Playgrounds and swings, plus a climbing wall, for kids of all ages, next to a park with picnic tables.
Hatcher Garden and Woodland Preserve
4.8 ★★★★★ 1,825 reviews
Serene public botanical gardens featuring mature trees & conifers, butterflies & a walking trail.
Saluda Shoals Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 1,542 reviews
400-acre park featuring a river observation deck, boat launches, picnic shelters & multi-use trails.
Conestee Park
4.8 ★★★★★ 1,497 reviews
Family-friendly recreational space featuring ballfields, picnic tables, dog parks and an array of trails.
Moore Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 1,469 reviews
Wooded park with a pond, picnic shelters, walking trails, multiple playgrounds & an amphitheater.
Cedar Falls Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 1,422 reviews
Riverside park featuring paved and unpaved trails for hiking, kids’ play areas and a waterfall.
Hopelands Gardens
4.8 ★★★★★ 1,305 reviews
Picturesque 14-acre garden with old oak trees & cedars, a koi pond, fountains & holiday lights.
Virginia Hylton Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 1,224 reviews
Tree-shaded oasis featuring a playground, koi ponds, gardens & a creek with scenic overlooks.
Colonial Lake Park
4.8 ★★★★★ 1,088 reviews
Historic tidal pond & dog-friendly park with paved pathways, benches, fishing & open green space.
Timrod Park
4.4 ★★★★☆ 1,142 reviews
18-acre public park featuring tennis/pickleball courts, rain gardens, an amphitheater & playground.
Gibson Pond Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 1,014 reviews
Wooded park on 15 acres with a fishing dock, picnic shelters & a BBQ, plus a loop trail & restrooms.
Old Santee Canal Park
4.8 ★★★★★ 964 reviews
Family-friendly park and museum complex featuring boardwalks and trails for hiking, alongside picnic spots.
Brittlebank Park
4.5 ★★★★★ 1,019 reviews
Scenic riverfront recreational area featuring a playground, walking paths & a fishing pier.
Heritage Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 991 reviews
Large, shaded park with a train ride and baseball fields, as well as a playground.
Anne Springs Close Greenway - Lake Haigler
4.8 ★★★★★ 899 reviews
Sprawling space with playgrounds, hiking paths, and a lake. Horseback riding, kayaking and camping are also on hand.
Sadlers Creek State Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 900 reviews
Located on a peninsula that extends into a lake, this park boasts campsites, trails & a boat ramp.
Charles Towne Landing State Historic Site
4.6 ★★★★★ 768 reviews
Tours & interactive exhibits at the birthplace of the Carolina colony, first settled in 1670.
Aiken State Park
4.5 ★★★★★ 782 reviews
Forested riverfront park offering multiuse trails, fishing, kayaking, boat rentals & wildlife views.
Sea Pines Forest Preserve
4.5 ★★★★★ 750 reviews
This protected nature area has walking paths, boat tours & an archaeological site made of seashells.
Saluda Riverwalk
4.9 ★★★★★ 687 reviews
Popular public park featuring a 7-mile trail for walking, biking and kayaking, plus picnic areas.
Vereen Memorial Gardens
4.8 ★★★★★ 699 reviews
Scenic, dog-friendly hiking & recreation area with boardwalk trails through natural wetlands.
Anne Springs Close Greenway - Adventure Road
4.6 ★★★★★ 710 reviews
Sprawling nature preserve with outdoor activities including fishing, horseback riding & hiking.
Chaplin Community Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 672 reviews
Public park with an off-leash dog area, beach access, picnic areas, a playground & soccer field.
Saluda Shoals
4.7 ★★★★★ 662 reviews
Large park featuring a playground and splash pad for kids, plus a dog park.
Oscar Frazier Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 655 reviews
Large park withs 3 ball fields, a soccer field, playground & tennis courts, plus a community center.
Butler Springs Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 649 reviews
Tennis courts, a playground & back-to-back baseball fields highlight this landscaped 10-acre park.
Harbison State Forest
4.7 ★★★★★ 625 reviews
Sprawling forest with 18 miles of hiking trails, a canoe landing, picnic shelters & a meeting space.
Virginia Acres Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 601 reviews
46-acre park with a gym, picnic shelters & an 18-hole disc-golf course, plus trails & tennis courts.
Irmo Town Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 599 reviews
Lovely, peaceful local park featuring a pond, a waterfall and a gazebo.
Ebenezer Park
4.5 ★★★★★ 599 reviews
Clean park featuring play areas, a baseball field and picnic tables featuring tennis courts.
Ashley River Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 533 reviews
Relaxed riverside park featuring playgrounds, walking trails, dog parks and zip lines.
Crooked Creek Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 497 reviews
Park featuring playgrounds, disc golf courses and sports fields, plus trails.
Jarvis Creek Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 492 reviews
Secluded waterfront site with fishing, walking & fitness trails, a picnic pavilion & playground.
Grace Street Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 487 reviews
Pond encircled by trails, plus a dog park, slides and a garden.
Shem Creek Boardwalk
4.8 ★★★★★ 470 reviews
Laid-back waterside walkway with views of the creek and marsh lands, plus benches.
Timmerman Trail
4.7 ★★★★★ 479 reviews
Biking and walking path through the woods and along a creek or river.
Nettles Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 438 reviews
Spacious park with dog areas, clean tennis courts and a playground.
Audubon Newhall Preserve
4.6 ★★★★★ 398 reviews
Casual, tranquil preserve with trails, a pond and labeled native plant life.
Rock Hill Riverwalk
4.8 ★★★★★ 380 reviews
Scenic path along the Catawba River with benches offering kayaking and cycling.
Linley Park
4.5 ★★★★★ 403 reviews
Park with baseball fields, a fenced-in playground, and picnic tables, plus a public restroom.
Cox Ferry Lake Recreation Area
4.6 ★★★★★ 392 reviews
Laid-back park featuring a lake with catch-and-release fishing, plus various hiking and biking trails.
Swamp Rabbit trail
4.8 ★★★★★ 364 reviews
Clean and well-kept paved trail for biking, running and dog walking, plus a water park.
Granby Park
4.4 ★★★★☆ 385 reviews
Natural retreat on the river with hiking, biking & horse trails, disc golf, fishing, camps & cabins.
Wannamaker North Trail
4.5 ★★★★★ 373 reviews
Rugged country park offering 15 mi. of trails for biking, jogging & hiking.
Alston Trailhead - Palmetto Trail
4.8 ★★★★★ 349 reviews
Scenic woodland walking & biking trail, featuring campsites along the way.
Ocean Walk at Pitt Street Bridge Park
4.8 ★★★★★ 304 reviews
Park with a fishing pier, grassy area and scenic views of Charleston Harbor.
Florence Veterans Park
4.8 ★★★★★ 290 reviews
Tranquil, maintained park for veterans featuring monuments, statues and memorials.
Gary L. Pittman Memorial Park
4.5 ★★★★★ 307 reviews
Popular as a soccer-tournament facility, this green space also offers a walking trail & playground.
Wassamassaw Community Park
4.3 ★★★★☆ 304 reviews
Venue offering a playground & picnic areas as well as basketball courts, a walking path & dog park.
Jeffries Creek Park
4.3 ★★★★☆ 303 reviews
55-acre wooded wetland property with walking trails, a playground & picnic tables.
Freedom Florence Recreation Park
4.5 ★★★★★ 288 reviews
Park featuring baseball and softball fields as well as batting cages, plus soccer and football fields.
Stono River County Park
4.8 ★★★★★ 269 reviews
Park featuring boardwalk paths over a marsh, plus islands and gravel trails.
Generations Park
4.5 ★★★★★ 286 reviews
Kid-friendly, 30-acre greenspace featuring a playground, swings and picnic tables.
Three Rivers Greenway - H. Kelley Jones Park Entrance Phase 2
4.6 ★★★★★ 257 reviews
Scenic paved paths for walking or cycling alongside the Congaree River.
Rosebrock Park
4.5 ★★★★★ 260 reviews
Natural setting for riverside hikes through forest & wetlands, plus a picnic shelter.
Pelham Mill Dog Park
4.4 ★★★★☆ 242 reviews
Fenced venue for off-leash dogs, plus benches and a water spigot, for running, chasing balls and drinking.
Cowpens National Battlefield
4.8 ★★★★★ 216 reviews
Small, well-maintained park and battle site with a self-guided walking trail.
Granby Gardens Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 224 reviews
Tranquil space offering playgrounds for kids and a train museum, plus trails and a stream.
Fourteen Mile Creek Trail
4 ★★★★☆ 255 reviews
Popular trail (for walking, hiking or biking) alongside a creek.
John McCants Veterans Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 218 reviews
Dog-friendly play area featuring a playground, picnic benches, slides, restrooms and a pavilion.
Rocky River Nature Park
4.4 ★★★★☆ 224 reviews
Tree-topped nature park offering short walks & wildlife viewing in a tranquil setting.
Governors Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 214 reviews
Grassy place featuring baseball, soccer and softball fields as well as a dog park.
Nalley Brown Nature Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 208 reviews
Kid-friendly park featuring boardwalks and wooded areas along with several marked trails for hiking, picnicking and dog-walking.
David Jackson Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 199 reviews
Picnic park featuring a baseball field, a playground for kids and restrooms.
Jarvis Creek Fitness Trail
4.8 ★★★★★ 179 reviews
Small park featuring a playground, a wetland and a lake full of alligators.
Waldrop Stone Falls
4.6 ★★★★★ 181 reviews
Hiking locale featuring a serene, small waterfall amid steep trails (though there are easier parts, too).
Sawmill Branch Trail - E. Richardson Ave. Trailhead
4.5 ★★★★★ 183 reviews
Paved pathway for walking and biking, plus a stream and views of ducks.
Shepard Park
4.4 ★★★★☆ 182 reviews
Neighborhood park featuring shaded walking paths, play structures & a pond with turtles.
Southside Park
4.5 ★★★★★ 176 reviews
Gated, spacious locale for dogs and their owners, offering fenced-in areas for various-sized breeds.
Widgeon Point Preserve
4.7 ★★★★★ 155 reviews
Eagles, gators and wild animals are spotted in this preserve featuring hiking trails and picnic spots.
Piedmont Medical Center Trail - North Trailhead
4.6 ★★★★★ 150 reviews
Paved trail alongside the Catawba River with benches for resting.
Catawba Park - Tega Cay
4.6 ★★★★★ 148 reviews
Clean, open park with playgrounds and fields for baseball and soccer, plus a stage for outdoor events.
Piedmont Medical Center Trail - Celriver Road Access
4.8 ★★★★★ 138 reviews
Scenic paved trail along the river offering views of wildlife, and multiple parking areas.
Marrington Plantation Trailhead
4.4 ★★★★☆ 150 reviews
Hiker-, biker- and dog-friendly trails system, with fishing, picnic spots and wildlife including alligators.
Doodle Trail, Easley
4.7 ★★★★★ 139 reviews
Park featuring a kiddie playground, picnic tables, and a paved trail popular with walkers and bikers.
Mauldin Park
4.3 ★★★★☆ 151 reviews
Clean park with a playground and 2+ baseball fields for kids and adults.
Alder Park
4.2 ★★★★☆ 154 reviews
Small suburban playground with slides, swings, a merry-go-round and a seesaw.
Vereen Memorial Park
4.9 ★★★★★ 131 reviews
Peaceful 114-acre park for walking along marsh areas via bridges and boardwalks.
Carolina Thread Trail - Twelve Mile Creek Trail Head
4.6 ★★★★★ 138 reviews
Family-friendly hiking area with a swinging bridge.
Sullivan's Island Nature Trail
4.5 ★★★★★ 141 reviews
Popular walkway for strolling to the beach and enjoying views of downtown Charleston and Fort Sumter.
Oakbrook Nature Trail
4.1 ★★★★☆ 151 reviews
This 0.6-mile loop trail in a preserved forest area is paved with gravel & boardwalk.
Lake Whelchel Trail
4.7 ★★★★★ 131 reviews
Scenic 7.5-mile loop for hiking and biking, winding through the woods alongside a lake and a creek.
Conestee Nature Preserve Office
4.7 ★★★★★ 124 reviews
Nature preserve with hiking trails, a paved path, a dog park, baseball fields, and kids' play areas.
Marsh View Trail
4.7 ★★★★★ 124 reviews
Nature preserve featuring walking trails, dog parks and butterfly gardens, plus views across the marsh.
NMB Nature Trail
4.2 ★★★★☆ 138 reviews
Level walking trails, including a 2.5-mile loop, through the woods, some of which is mulched.
Fernwood Nature Trail
4.6 ★★★★★ 121 reviews
Wooded trail punctuated by a creek and featuring markers identifying trees and plants.
Dogwood Park
4.1 ★★★★☆ 135 reviews
Relaxed facility with a playground and ball courts, hosting football games.
Waccamaw River Park
4.2 ★★★★☆ 128 reviews
Wooded area featuring hiking trails as well as a disc golf course.
Victoria Bluff Heritage Preserve/Wildlife Management Area
4.3 ★★★★☆ 125 reviews
More than 1,100 acres of nature trails with bird watching, wildlife viewing & many native trees.
River Birch Trail & Wildflower Way
4.7 ★★★★★ 111 reviews
Concrete, shaded and scenic trail for walking, hiking and biking near a river.
Old Mill Pond Trail
4.8 ★★★★★ 105 reviews
Picturesque, dog-friendly hiking/walking destination featuring a trail circling a pond, plus a brewery.
Laurel Hill County Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 107 reviews
Sprawling park once part of a plantation with walking, running and bike trails, plus wooded areas.
Pickett Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 105 reviews
Park offering a jogging & biking trail with harbor & sunset views, plus fishing areas & boat launch.
Carolina Bay Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 101 reviews
Relaxed park that features a playground for kids and picnic areas.
The Dike
4.8 ★★★★★ 97 reviews
Relaxed park with a trail, a hill, and a lake for sunset views, picnics, and dogs.
Jolly Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 97 reviews
Park featuring a public restroom, picnic tables, and exercise equipment, plus events.
Lewis Ocean Bay Heritage Preserve
4.4 ★★★★☆ 99 reviews
Natural area with a dirt road featuring trails for hiking, riding and horseback riding.
NA Greeneway at Bergen Rd
4.6 ★★★★★ 94 reviews
Quiet, shady path winding through pine trees for walking, biking and dog walking.
Blue Wall Preserve
4.8 ★★★★★ 87 reviews
Nature preserve with ponds, a waterfall, and a hiking trail.
Brooks-McCall Park
4.5 ★★★★★ 90 reviews
Park featuring a playground, picnic areas, and walking trails.
Kearns Park Trail
4.6 ★★★★★ 86 reviews
Scenic park featuring a short trail dotted with benches and offering tranquil marsh views.
Pineforest Park
4.5 ★★★★★ 86 reviews
Neighborhood park with a play structure and a paved loop, along with basketball court, picnic tables and a grill.
Crossings Park
4.8 ★★★★★ 79 reviews
Sprawling park featuring baseball diamonds, skate park, children's playground and mountain bike trails.
Anne Springs Close Greenway - Blue Star
4.6 ★★★★★ 78 reviews
Nature preserve featuring horse riding, playgrounds, a gym, a pool and tennis courts.
Fairfax Park
4.5 ★★★★★ 78 reviews
Modest park for kids and toddlers, featuring swings, slides and seesaws.
Hitchcock Woods
4.9 ★★★★★ 71 reviews
Local park offering a number of hiking trails, plus horseback riding.
New River Linear Trail
4.1 ★★★★☆ 80 reviews
Set in a historic area, this flat trail runs next to a railroad bed & is used for hiking & biking.
Whitehall Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 69 reviews
Clean, scenic green space with a bridge and mossy oaks, for walking and picnicking.
Lake Greenview Park
4.1 ★★★★☆ 76 reviews
Alligator-inhabited recreation area with swings and a playground for kids.
Trail Head for Swamp Rabbit Trail in Fountain Inn
4.3 ★★★★☆ 72 reviews
Park featuring a paved walking and biking trail running through mature trees.
River Place Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 65 reviews
Peaceful park featuring a dam and rapids for dipping your toes, plus picnic tables.
Peak To Prosperity Passage of the Palmetto Trail
4.8 ★★★★★ 58 reviews
Pretty trail for walking, biking, camping and running.
Lake Edisto Park
4.5 ★★★★★ 61 reviews
Boardwalk trail with a large playground and dog park, ending at a river.
Burton Wells Park
4.8 ★★★★★ 56 reviews
Sprawling, well-maintained park featuring a weight room and sports fields.
Pacolet River Heritage Preserve
4.5 ★★★★★ 59 reviews
Peaceful park featuring a hiking trail and ruins.
Brown Family Park
4.5 ★★★★★ 52 reviews
Park featuring an open field, a walking trail, and a playground with tire hammock swings.
Lenora Park
4 ★★★★☆ 53 reviews
Dog-friendly local spot with swings, slides, a playground and benches.
Greenville Technical College Nature Trail
3.9 ★★★★☆ 46 reviews
Pretty destination with hiking trails where visitors can let dogs swim, fish and stroll.
Patriots Point Nature Trail
3.8 ★★★★☆ 35 reviews
Nature preserve featuring trails for kid-friendly hikes, plus golf and wildlife observation decks.
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