A Dog Friendly Outdoor Adventure Near Cleveland

Do you need some outdoor time with your pet that doesn’t include a crowded local dog park? Consider going on an adventure to a waterfall for a unique day out with your dog. This hiking trail is dog-friendly and full of fun! A less than 30-minute drive from Cleveland, this state park is a great option for getting active with your four-legged friend outside of the dog park.

Blue Hen Falls is found in Cuyahoga Valley National Park, and is a great little falls to visit for beginner hikers and their canine friends. Leashed, of course!

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The trail runs 3.9 miles in an out-and-back form, with a nice low waterfall you can enjoy visiting up close.

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There’s a bit of elevation gain over the length of the trail, but overall it isn’t anything a good walking stick and shoes wouldn’t help. There are hills, but not too high for most hikers.

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Even in the winter when the water has frozen into ice sculptures, this beautiful trail is great for exploring. If you have a double-coated dog who loves the cold, a winter hike is the perfect pick. Just make sure you have the proper footwear to keep traction!

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In the fall, the trail is draped in shades of yellow, red, and orange as the leaves change. How beautiful is that?

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The national park as a whole has 110 miles of hiking trails that allow leashed dogs. Even if you’ve taken this trip already, odds are you have more area to explore!

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If you’d like to see the full trail map, a local weather forecast for the week, or reviews from previous hikers, check out the Blue Hen Falls trail on AllTrails.