Dog walking in Saint Albans

North Saint Albans

Rosie the Riveter Park is a green strip of space between the road and the Kanawha River that is well-maintained and a lovely place to come for a walk along the water. A paved path extends along the river’s edge and there are benches to sit at that overlook the scenic waterway. Seek out the small memorial to the American women who worked on the home front during WWII, for whom Rosie’s is named. East along the river is the Roadside Park Port of St. Albans where you will find picnic shelters and grills, a playground and restrooms. Keep your pup on a leash here, especially as these parks are close to a busy road, and please clean up any mess he leaves behind.

South Saint Albans

Meadowood Park in the southern section of town, close to Tornado, is a great green space to bring your pup for some exercise. Set over 90 acres of mixed woodland and open space, Meadowood Park has something for everyone! Your pup will love walking some of the trails with you and, with five to choose from, you will certainly get your exercise quota for the day here! There is also a soccer field and plenty of grass for games of catch or relaxing on a picnic blanket. Fishing is popular in the eight-acre lake and there is a playground for the kids to hang out at too.

Blake Rd/ Majestic Dve

Five miles north of Saint Albans in Nitro you will find a pawriffic park to visit known as the Ridenour Memorial Park. This park is puppy heaven, as there is a dedicated dog park within the grounds where your buddy can burn off some steam free of the lead. If you have a small pup, there is a separate area for him where he can play with similar-sized friends. Entry to this dog park is free too! Afterwards, pop your pup back on the lead for a little walk around the surrounding park’s grounds. There is a lovely trail surrounding the fishing lake and a choice of nature trails in the adjacent wooded area. For even more park fun up this way, check out Nitro City Park, just over a mile away on the Kanawha River.

Northwest Dunbar

Shawnee Regional Park is over the Kanawha River from Saint Albans, just over six miles by car and covers 127 acres. This park has a great paved walking track around the lake to traverse with your pet for an easy, pleasant stroll, or wander along the creek that runs through the grounds.  There is lots of shade here as well as tables and shelters for picnics or just sitting to enjoy the view over the water. Basketball courts and ball fields here will give the kids something else to do too. As this is a busy public park, keep your pet leashed at all times and make sure you bring your waste disposal bags.

North Dunbar

Wine Cellar Park in nearby Dunbar, just seven miles by car from Saint Albans, is a fascinating little park to visit. The main drawcard here are the old stone wine cellars from around 1860, built before the Civil War when the area had a thriving wine industry. No longer in use, these cellars pride an interesting glimpse into days gone by. They can be found on the opposite side of the road from the park signpost. There are also some beautiful nature trails here, a path from the cellars to the lake, a creek to explore and many lovely little groves to set down for a picnic. Keep your pet leashed here and always clean up after him. Bring bug spray in the warmer weather as the locals can be quite friendly!