Lazy Dog Adventures, Oliver Bentleys Historic Dog Walk Tour, Fantastic Caverns and Magnolia Plantation and Gardens in top five
Give your pooch the vacation he deserves by taking him along with you to one of these 10 attractions, tours and activities, nominated as the most dog-friendly the the nation by the team at BringFido and voted the best by USA TODAY and 10Best readers. You and your pup are sure to have a blast.
Dog Mountain Saint Johnsbury, Vt.
Situated on a private 150-acre farm in Vermont's stunning Northeast Kingdom, Dog Mountain offers a vast off-leash area complete with swimming ponds, hiking trails and a gallery with dog-centric works by folk artist Stephen Huneck. Photo courtesy of BringFido.com
Dogs of all sizes are welcome to stroll the expansive gardens at Magnolia Plantation with their owners. Small pups can be carried inside this Charleston estate, and dogs are also welcome on the Nature Train tour. Families who adopt a dog from one of 15 area shelters in September gets a free annual membership to Magnolia Plantation and Gardens.
In addition to being one of America’s most dog-friendly destination, Magnolia very actively promotes and encourages dog adoptions from local shelters/rescues. We are currently sponsoring a campaign in partnership with Lowcountry Dog Magazine. Anyone who adopts a dog from one of 15 participating shelters/rescues in the Lowcountry in August & September will receive a coupon for a free annual membership to Magnolia Plantation & Gardens (valued at $100). We are proud to help our four-legged friends find their forever homes and welcome them to the Magnolia family. There is more information on our website if you’re interested:
See the Windy City from the water by bringing your furry friend aboard a Seadog Cruises speedboat. Seadog Cruises offers a wide range of boat tours, from a leisurely architecture tour through the Chicago river locks to a fast-paced Lakefront Speedboat Tour. Photo courtesy of Seadog Cruises
Dreamland Safari Tours Kanab, Utah
Dreamland Safari Tours, a pet-friendly outdoor adventure company in Utah, offers a huge range of day tours and multi-day trips to some of the state's most spectacular places, from mystical slot canyons to remote areas of the Grand Canyon rim. Photo courtesy of Dreamland Safari Tours
NonPartisan Pedicab Washington
Dogs can ride along at no extra charge as their owners visit all of Washington's memorials on a two to three-hour private tour with NonPartisan Pedicab. Since most memorials and monuments don't allow pets, NonPartisan tour guides will happily watch Fido during visits. Photo courtesy of NonPartisan Pedicab
Well-behaved and leashed dogs are welcome to explore the historic carriage roads of Acadia with their owners aboard a Carriages of Acadia tour. Options include an hour-long Day Mountain Tour with stunning views of the ocean and a fully narrated 2-hour Mr. Rockefeller's Bridge Tour. Photo courtesy of Carriages of Acadia
The top 10 winners in the category Best Dog Friendly Tour or Activity are as follows:
Melissa Halliburton is the founder and CEO of Read More
Melissa Halliburton is the founder and CEO of BringFido, the world's largest pet friendly travel website. Her company's website and app give dog owners the scoop on over 100,000 pet friendly hotels, dog parks, beaches, restaurants, events and other places to 'bring Fido.' Melissa is also the editor and co-author of Ruff Guide to the United States, which features 365 of the best places to stay and play with your dog in all 50 states. When she's not traveling, Melissa can be found in Greenville, South Carolina, where she lives with her husband, son and two dogs, Ace and Roxy.
Melissa Halliburton
Melissa Halliburton is the founder and CEO of BringFido, the world's largest pet friendly travel website. Her company's website and app give dog owners the scoop on over 100,000 pet friendly hotels, dog parks, beaches, restaurants, events and other places to 'bring Fido.' Melissa is also the editor and co-author of Ruff Guide to the United States, which features 365 of the best places to stay and play with your dog in all 50 states. When she's not traveling, Melissa can be found in Greenville, South Carolina, where she lives with her husband, son and two dogs, Ace and Roxy.
Erin Ballinger
Erin Ballinger loves dogs and has a serious case... Read More
Erin Ballinger loves dogs and has a serious case of wanderlust. For the last decade of her career, she has curated city guides around the world for travelers. Two years ago, she combined her passion for travel and canines when she accepted the position of Attractions Editor at BringFido. She now works to the sounds of her Bichon Frise, Lily-Monet, snoring loudly from her fluffy bed atop the desk, which is just one the perks of being a pet-friendly travel expert. Erin lives in Greenville, South Carolina with her husband and their aforementioned diva dog.
Erin Ballinger
Erin Ballinger loves dogs and has a serious case of wanderlust. For the last decade of her career, she has curated city guides around the world for travelers. Two years ago, she combined her passion for travel and canines when she accepted the position of Attractions Editor at BringFido. She now works to the sounds of her Bichon Frise, Lily-Monet, snoring loudly from her fluffy bed atop the desk, which is just one the perks of being a pet-friendly travel expert. Erin lives in Greenville, South Carolina with her husband and their aforementioned diva dog.
Lauren Greer
Lauren Greer is the Social Media Manager for Read More
Lauren Greer is the Social Media Manager for BringFido. She hails from Boonville, Indiana and attended college at the University of Southern Indiana in Evansville. She spent several years in Nashville, Tennessee as a Promotions Coordinator at CMT before arriving in the Palmetto State and BringFido in 2013. Her passions include traveling the United States, exploring National Parks and cheering for the St. Louis Cardinals. Most of all, she enjoys living life with her boyfriend, Jon and her four-legged children, Kiki Lapoo, Mr. Peabody Coaltrain and Lil' Guy Murphy.
Lauren Greer
Lauren Greer is the Social Media Manager for BringFido. She hails from Boonville, Indiana and attended college at the University of Southern Indiana in Evansville. She spent several years in Nashville, Tennessee as a Promotions Coordinator at CMT before arriving in the Palmetto State and BringFido in 2013. Her passions include traveling the United States, exploring National Parks and cheering for the St. Louis Cardinals. Most of all, she enjoys living life with her boyfriend, Jon and her four-legged children, Kiki Lapoo, Mr. Peabody Coaltrain and Lil' Guy Murphy.
