Top public and private dog hiking trails in Forest, Virginia

Ivy Creek Park

Ivy Creek Park in Lynchburg, Virginia offers a serene setting with a lake or pond and scenic trails for dogs to explore. The park is open from 8AM to 7PM seven days a week. For more information, visit lynchburgparksandrec.com or contact customer service at 434-455-5858 or customerservice@lynchburgva.gov.

Park hours: 8 AM–7 PM 7 days per Week

Sandusky Park

Sandusky Park in Lynchburg, Virginia offers a variety of amenities for dogs and their owners to enjoy. The park features tables, an indoor restroom, a river, stream or creek, and trails for walking. The park is open from 7 AM to 8:30 PM every day of the week. For more information, contact Sandusky Park at 434-455-5858.

Park hours: 7 AM–8:30 PM 7 days per Week

Amanda's Private Dog Park In Hopewell

Ashley's 56 Acre Partially Fenced Private Dog Park In Chatham

It's a 56acre partially fenced farm. We have 2 horses, 2 dogs, and 3 cats who live here. They have access to inside so cats will be safe from visiting dogs. We plan to ad a dog course and play zone and a swimming area soon.

Staver Farm Private Dog Park Nelson Va

100 plus acre property, woods, trails, wildlife

Bear's Creek 13 Acre Unfenced Private Dog Park In Arrington

Beautiful isolated 13-acre spot in the country. There is a clear, well-maintained marked trail through the woods to an area with springs, a creek, and a watershed. Moving on down the 1/4 mile driveway past the house is a path down to the Tye River that has a nice-sized riverbank (beach) for romping and water splashing. Swimming dogs can venture onto the rocks to explore the river. Those who want to exercise can hike up/down the stream, climb big rocks, and other obstacles. This highly wooded area has lots to explore “off path” and on path, so you can never experience everything in one visit. This is heaven for dogs and for those who prefer a challenging exploration vs a standard field or yard to explore. The walk to the creek/springs/watershed is a beautiful, relatively easy walk. The river walk, while there is a trail, is pretty steep and rocky, and it's a good workout to get back up. Join us at Bear’s Creek for an adventure your dog will thank you for! Rules for the river: Low tide, all are welcome. High tide, swimmers only, or dogs with excellent recall. Raging River, closed to all. If you're most interested in the river and you know we have had a lot of rain, you can message me prior to booking for river status. If you don’t message me and the river is closed, you will receive a notification.

John's 30 Acre Unfenced Private Dog Park In Faber

Leashes required unless notified otherwise at time of visit.

Nick's 110 Acre Partially Fenced Private Dog Park In Penhook

Welcome to Nick’s 110-acre private property in Penhook the ultimate off-leash playground for dogs and their humans. This beautiful spot features a mix of open fields, shaded woods, a peaceful riverbank, and multiple ponds for your pup to splash around or cool off in. Whether you’re walking trails through the trees or relaxing by the water, this spot offers freedom, privacy, and plenty of space to explore. The area is partially fenced, giving your dog room to roam and enjoy nature safely. Perfect for a solo run or a doggy playdate!

K9Devotion's 250 Acre Partially Fenced Private Dog Park In Clover

Trails galore for hiking, walking, and enjoying nature with your dog(s). There is also a fenced in area if that is preferred.

Adanna's 7 Acre Unfenced Private Dog Park In Farmville

Collective Spaces Dog Park In Nathalie

This is the site of a forming intentional community. We are making it livable one step at a time. We bought the land cleared and in the meantime, use our 200+ acres to host hip camp, make bike trails and kayak out in areas. Attractions: Enter into one of the main parking areas by the house or keep driving! 1/2 mile down the road is another parking area. Keep going on that road and you’ll see a barn. Then, if you eventually curve to the right as you go down hill you might be able to figure out how to get to the big stream. The stream is sandy creek and that leads to the Banister river, which leads to the Dan. In about the middle of that main stretch, there is a road to the left that will bring you to a pond. I take my foxhound dog here while we hike the trails and work on the land. I found her on the side of the highway and found the owner but he didn’t want her back. I was going through a hard time. I did not intend on getting a dog, let alone a former hunting dog with such active needs! She had a lot of issues to figure out. We are both independent creatures which in the beginning was a source of trouble but now is a source of understanding. This land has been a blessing in us finding our balance. I can’t take her most places and let her off leash because her breed habit is to wander. She needs exercise. She has a need to run. She is so happy when we come here. She knows it means freedom. If it wasn’t for places like this, I would have a very frustrated pup! This place has helped us love each other. I hope you can experience the same!