Dog walking in Mount Juliet

South Mount Juliet

Make no bones about it, South Mount Juliet is a great neighborhood for dog owners. The Bark Park on SE Springfield is a perfect place to let your furry friend run free, with separate runs for large and small dogs, two water fountains, and benches for you to rest if you feel like your pooch has been walking you for the past while! The real draw of South Mount Juliet, however, is its dog-friendly eatery. The knowledgeable staff at the furrific Three Dog Bakery on W McEwan are always on hand to help you pick out all-natural, delicious treats sure to get your buddy’s tail wagging!

Hermitage

The Stones River Greenway in Hermitage is just twelve miles from Mount Juliet, and you’d have to be barking mad not to visit. This splendidly scenic trail runs along the river of the same name, and the shaded three-mile walk is a particular favorite of local dog owners. At the end of the trail, you’ll find the Stones River Dog Park! The off-leash area is huge, and the park provides everything you and your pooch might need: bags, water, toys and all. There’s even a couple of doggie wading pools for your fur baby to cool off in after they’ve worked up a sweat!

Arts District

The Riverfront Dog Park in Nashville is a real mutts-visit. Located along the Cumberland River, the park features a log-based doggie obstacle course so your pooch can get a thorough and entertaining workout! There are plenty of seats for humans, and the park boasts an excellent view of the river, so you can watch the boats go by while your pup leaps about. While you're in Nashville, it’d be a real faux-paws not to see some music! If your fur baby can handle noise and crowds, Two Bits on Demonbreum Street serves up food and live entertainment, and welcomes doggie diners at outdoor tables.

Downtown Nashville

The Bicentennial Capitol Mall State Park is pawsitively huge -- a whopping 19 acres of recreation space located at the northern end of Nashville’s downtown. Cultured canines might get a kick out of the History of Tennessee path, a fascinating walking tour that chronicles the history of the state as far back as prehistoric times. There are plenty of monuments and markers to see, as well as paths and well-maintained green spaces for leashed walks. You and your pup can pick up a picnic lunch at the fabulous farmers market.

Shelby

For fur-friendly hiking, look no further than the Volunteer Trail in West Rural Hill. Featuring fabulous views of J. Percy Priest Lake, this ten-mile trail is an easier walk than it first might seem -- the incline at the half-mile mark is deceptive. Dogs are welcome on leash, but remember to bring your own water and bags! Your pooch might also enjoy exploring the Long Hunter State Park. With over 2,600 acres of grassland, natural woodland and hills, this park boasts dog-friendly trails for all fitness levels.