Top public and private dog hiking trails in Salem, Indiana

Laura Hare Nature Preserve at Downey Hill

The Laura Hare Nature Preserve at Downey Hill in Nashville, Indiana offers a beautiful trail for dogs and their owners to enjoy. The park is open from 7 AM to 9 PM seven days a week. For more information, visit the website sycamorelandtrust.org or contact the park at 812-336-5382 or susan@sycamorelandtrust.org.

Park hours: 7 AM–9 PM 7 days per Week

Touch the Earth Natural Area

Touch the Earth Natural Area in Columbus, Indiana offers a tranquil setting for dogs to roam and play. Located on N Country Club Rd, this park features a scenic trail where dogs can explore and enjoy the great outdoors. For more information, visit sycamorelandtrust.org or contact the park at 812-336-5382 or info@sycamorelandtrust.org.

Hoosier's on the Ridge Private Dog Retreat, Brown County, IN

Please confirm date and time prior to reservation 😃 Hoosier’s on the ridge sits on 15 acres right next to Yellowwood State Forest! This land provides all terrain options for whatever your dog desires. You can stay close to your car in a field setting or walk deep into the valley to explore the creek bed on a hot day. I have built 4 campsites on the property (also for rent,) so there are 4 unique sitting spots, hammocks, tables, and fire pits. We have 2 golden retrievers (1M/1FM, both fixed) and a golden doodle (1m/fixed) who can either be put in the house during your visit or come socialize, whatever you prefer. We would be happy to accommodate large groups, dog social clubs, etc., just contact us. We hope to see you soon so that your dog may roam the hallowed ground of Brown County. -Hoosier’s on the Ridge

Clear Creek Trail parking at Church Lane

Located at Clear Creek Trail parking at Church Lane in Bloomington, Indiana, this dog park offers a variety of amenities for you and your furry friend to enjoy. With a river, stream or creek for your pup to splash around in, a spacious field to run and play fetch, and scenic trails to explore, this park is the perfect spot for a day of fun and exercise. Whether you are looking for a peaceful stroll along the trail or a lively game of fetch in the field, this dog park has something for every dog and their owner to enjoy.

Clifty Park

Clifty Park, located in Columbus, Indiana, offers a range of amenities for dogs and their owners, including a dog drinking water station, tables, a field, and a trail. The park is open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, providing plenty of opportunities for exercise and play. For more information, visit columbusparksandrec.com or contact the park at 812-376-2680.

Park hours: Open 24 hours 7 days per Week

Freedom Field

Freedom Field is a dog park located at 1400 Parkside Dr in Columbus, Indiana. It offers amenities such as tables, an indoor restroom, a field, and a trail for dogs to enjoy. The park is open from 7 AM to 10 PM seven days a week. For more information, visit columbusparksandrec.com or call 812-376-2599.

Park hours: 7 AM–10 PM 7 days per Week

Hitz-Rhodehamel Nature Preserve

Hitz-Rhodehamel Nature Preserve in Nashville, Indiana offers a scenic setting with a river, stream, and trails for dogs to enjoy. The preserve is open from 7 AM to 7 PM seven days a week and can be contacted at 317-951-8818. Visit nature.org for more information.

Park hours: 7 AM–7 PM 7 days per Week

Porter West Preserve

Porter West Preserve in Bloomington, Indiana offers a variety of amenities including chairs, an indoor restroom, a lake or pond, and a trail for dogs and their owners to enjoy. The park is located at 8700 W Vernal Pike and can be reached at 812-336-5382 or info@sycamorelandtrust.org. For more information, visit sycamorelandtrust.org.

Kyle's 15 Acre Unfenced Private Dog Park In Georgetown

This location sits along Indian Creek. There are a few access points to the creek as you walk along the field. Grasses will remain short until May. At that point nothing is mowed until August to promote nesting and wildlife habitat. There are no houses visible from this location. A road runs along the property, but if you follow the creek you can easily stay 500-1000 feet off the road. Your dog will be free to roam, swim in the creek, dig all it wants with no worry of hurting anything, go to the bathroom freely in the wild. I trained Labrador retrievers for 16 years, and would love to help with retrieval skills if requested.

Terri's 30 Acre Fully Fenced Private Dog Park In Corydon

We live off a private drive with 30 acres of woods. We have both a 5 ft fenced in front yard plus in the process of fencing in the open acerage in back yard. We also have trails on our property that you can walk/hike while observing wildlife. We are currently cleaning our large kiddie pool that had been used previously for our big dogs. We can provide Johnsons Baby shampoo and towels if you would like to give your dog a bath in it. We will have camping chairs available to sit and relax while watching your dog run around our fenced in yard. We will also provide bottles of water for you to drink if thirsty besides bucket of fresh water for your dog/dogs. There are ticks in the woods so be sure to have flea/tick preventative on your dog/dogs.

All-X K9's Private Dog Park with Forest Trail In Mauckport

Unleash the ultimate canine adventure at All-X K9's exclusive 11-acre private dog park, a canine haven nestled in Mauckport, IN. Boasting trailed forests, a secure fenced area, kennels, a professional treadmill, water access, ample parking, and convenient bathroom facilities, our dog park is a paw-some paradise for your furry companions. Treat your dogs to an off-leash experience like no other, surrounded by nature and purpose-built amenities. Book your spot now on Sniffspot.com and give your pups the freedom to play, explore, and indulge in the ultimate tail-wagging retreat at All-X K9!

J's 6 Acre Unfenced Private Dog Park In Milltown

This is 6 acres of raw land. In process of finishing tiny off grid house for camping (Spring ‘24). The property slopes back down the hill toward about 3 acres of woods. Mostly long grass with mowed trail to back of property. You can see views during different seasons. No pesticides. Follow mowed path trail to back of property where it touches Jacob’s Creek. Property lines are marked. Please mind the property lines to be good neighbors. :) Please note that gravel driveway belongs to neighbors- not us. Please park on mowed pull-off. The drive is mowed back to house, down the hill, into the woods and to the creek. Will have outhouse by Feb. For now, there is a Love’s Truck Stop at exit 92 with food, restrooms, etc. (less than 5 minutes away) or in Marengo (8 minutes away).

Jenny's Private Dog Park In Palmyra

Trails along corn/ soybean fields, wooded areas. Dog must be on least when walking adjacent to horse field. Otherwise dog may be off leash. 2 ponds.

Hones Pointe Park and Campground

This is a beautifully landscaped piece of property located on the Little Kentucky River. There are wooded trails, grassland trails, and water access located on this 47 acre property.

Chad's 7 Acre Partially Fenced Private Dog Park In Brandenburg