Shenandoah National Park: dogs on beaches

One of the few national parks that allow pets on trails: leashed pets (6 feet or less) are allowed on most trails. A short list of trails is closed to pets, including Fox Hollow and Stony Man (beyond the Appalachian Trail); check the park page for the full list.

Source: National Park Service, Shenandoah National Park: Pets. Checked October 27, 2026.

Beaches and walks

• Appalachian Trail at Big MeadowsDogs on a leash all year