Treat your furry traveling companion to a lakeside getaway at Chetola Resort! 5 Paw Rated adventures start with this inclusive package. Enjoy dog-friendly places to eat on property, private access to Moses Cone’s 3500 acre Memorial Park, and plenty of room to explore!
Are you about to make a trip to Blowing Rock, but wondering if it would be smart to bring your dog? In Blowing Rock, we have many hotels that allow pets, and lots of restaurants with outdoor seating. We also have several shops that welcome your furry friends!
Your pet is another member of the family, so why not bring them along the next time you vacation in Blowing Rock? Blowing Rock has many lodging services that are pet friendly. Just make sure to give them a call when you are planning your visit so you know exactly what to expect. Load your pooch in your car and hit the road to one of these phenomenal places to stay. Hotels / Motels Village Inn of Blowing Rock– This pet-friendly inn offers cozy places to unwind with you and your pup. With two acres of lovely green space, a beautiful landscaped pond, and equipped with barbecue areas and park benches, it’s a perfect place for you to explore and stay with your dog. Take your pet out to enjoy a scenic walk in the great outdoors of North Carolina. Gourmet dog treats are available when you check-in. Please notify the hotel in your reservation if you will be bringing a pet and whether you intend to crate or not. Gideon Ridge Inn– At Gideon Ridge, both their private Cedar Cottage Suite and Sunrise View Suite are pet friendly. Each private suite has lots of room to make it feel like your pet is at home. You can also take your four legged friend on a stroll through their intimate walking paths of elegant gardens located on their property. Make sure to call Gideon Ridge Inn to make arrangements for you and your pup. Cliff Dwellers Inn– Cliff Dwellers Inn promises astonishing views that you can share with your dog. Located above 321 on Lakeview Drive, you can catch breathtaking views of mountains right from your window. There is a maximum of 3 pets, depending on the room. Please note that a crate must be brought with the pet if the pet will be left alone in the room while you’re out and about. Historic Green Park Inn– The Green Park Inn have wonderful rooms that will accommodate you and your pup! You and your pooch will enjoy the historic and charming hotel the next time you visit town. The Green Park Inn loves hosting four-legged friends and is also home to a sweet Golden Retriever named Polly. She comes in nearly every day to help out around the hotel and greet guests. Pet-friendly rooms are allowed by advance reservation only. Chetola Resort– Newly pet-friendly, Chetola Resort welcomes pups on the first floor of the lodge and on the grounds! Enjoy the walking trail around the lake, and outdoor dining at Timberlake’s Restaurant. Close to downtown If you want to be close to the shops, restaurants, and bars in town, there are plenty of places you and your pup can stay within easy walking distance. Here are some pet-friendly options close to Main Street: Alpine Village Inn- Located right on Sunset Drive, Alpine Village Inn allows two pets of any size. All fifteen motel units are all ground level, so those having older dogs won’t have to worry about stairs. As a guest of the Alpine Village Inn, you and your pup will be welcomed by Innkeepers, Charles and Katherine Smid, who make you feel right at home. You will also have the convenience of being in the heart of town, with just a short walk to shops, restaurants, and parks. Hillwinds Inn- The Hillwinds Inn offers a unique place to stay while you enjoy the surrounding area of Blowing Rock with your dog. Step on out with your dog leash in hand and head out to the heart of town, where there are parks and shops to explore with your pup. The quaintness and the character of the location makes it a little more special. When you check in, make sure to ask for the gourmet dog treats they have at check-in Homestead Inn- Homestead Inn is made up of 15 newly remodeled standard and deluxe cottage-style rooms. What is great about this place is that they’re super pet friendly, even having cats and dogs of their own at the Inn. It’s a great place for you and your canine to relax and snooze. It’s a short walk to Main Street and they even offer pet sitting while you’re out and about! Inn at Ragged Gardens- This early 1900’s manor offers an enchanting hideaway in the heart of the historic village of Blowing Rock. The Inn is surrounded by an acre of gardens that you can explore with you and your four-legged friend. Its close location also allows for easy walking with you and your pup to all of the shoppes, boutiques, parks, and art galleries within downtown Blowing Rock. Hellbender Bed & Beverage– This 1921 building, the former Sunshine Inn and Crippens Country Inn, has been renovated and modernized and hosts seven beautiful, light and airy guest rooms. Their cottage that is separate from the main building is pet friendly and one that you and your dog will love. If you are wanting a place that feels more like home away from home for your pup, check out some rental properties in the area! Rental homes will definitely give your pup lots of room to run around and relax. Here is a list of pet-friendly rental groups that can accommodate you and your pup! Rentals Bull N’ Bear(919) 606-4547http://blowingrockrentals.com/ Sticks N’ Stones(919) 606-4547http://blowingrockrentals.com/ White Fence Farm Vacation Rentals(828) 266-5607http://whitefencefarmrentals.com/ Blowing Rock Properties(828) 295-9200https://blowingrockproperties.com/ Blowing Rock Resort Rentals and Sales(828) 295-9899http://www.blowingrockresortrentals.com/ Blue Ridge Mountain Rentals, INC.(800) 237-7975https://www.blueridgerentals.com/ Jenkins Rentals(828) 295-9888http://www.jenkinsrentals.com/ Camping If you want to get more outdoors, why not take your pup camping? Take your four legged friend to one of our fantastic campgrounds we have in the area! Julian Price Campground, Flintlock Campground, Grandfather Campground, and Blue Bear Mountain Campground are all pet friendly! To find more pet friendly lodging options around the surrounding area, check out bringfido.com To make reservations or to view other lodging options, visit our lodging page. Want to see more dog friendly ideas in Blowing Rock? visit https://blowingrock.com/dogs/
Instead of leaving your dog behind when you go on vacation, bring your four-legged family member to beautiful Blowing Rock! Below, we’ve outlined a great one night adventure of activities and sights that are perfect for you and your pet. Morning -Start your day off by taking a hike on one of our Blue Ridge Parkway trails! Many of our great hikes are located on the Parkway, including Linville Falls, Moses Cone Carriage Trails, Price Lake Loop Trail, and more! A great hike to look into if you want a moderate/strenuous hike is the Boone Fork Trail. Located on milepost 296.5, the Boone Fork Trail is a 5.2 mile loop trail that promises great views of meadows, ancient forests, mountains and also features a waterfall. If you want something less challenging, you can check out the Price Lake Loop Trail. This easy 2.7-mile loop circles the beautiful 47-acre Price Lake. It is a great short hike for you and your pup to explore. Note that for all trails on the parkway, dogs should remain on a leash. For more hikes around the area, visit our hiking page. Afternoon -To refuel your system after the hike, head over to one of our fantastic pet friendly restaurants. Many of our restaurants offer great outdoor seating and they love for pets to stop by. If you need ideas for places to eat with you and your pet, visit our pet friendly dining page. -Next, take a stroll around downtown Blowing Rock. Downtown Blowing Rock is very pet friendly and we love seeing dogs on Main Street! Our store owners love dogs and many of our shops have dog bowls sitting outside to make sure you pet stays hydrated while you’re walking around. Evening -Finally head over to one of dog friendly breweries for a beer and some food! We’re lucky here in North Carolina to have some amazing new breweries take scene in recent years. Both Blowing Rock Ale House here in town, or Appalachian Mountain Brewery in Boone have great outdoor seating and are very dog friendly! -After a long day, head back to one of our dog friendly lodging locations. We have many hotels that allow pets to stay with you during your vacation up here! Or if you decide to rent a home for a longer stay, there are many rental groups that will accommodate your pup! Click here to visit our pet friendly lodging page. The Next Day -On your next day, wake up and and grab some coffee over at Camp Coffee on Main Street! They have a wonderful selection of locally roasted and organic coffees as well as great pastries to start your morning out right. You can also go to Blowing Rock Market for a quick breakfast with outdoor seating! -Before you make that trip back home, head over to see the Blowing Rock itself with your pup! The Blowing Rock is an immense cliff 4,000 feet above sea level. It promises breathtaking views of our surrounding mountains that will give you something to talk about to all your friends and family. Enjoy the scenic views from the observation tower and their wonderful gardens. Visible from “The Rock” are Hawksbill Mountain, Table Rock, Grandfather Mountain, and Mount Mitchell. The Blowing Rock welcomes you and your pet to explore the magical views, as long as they are on a leash and it is not during a special event. Need more ideas? -Broyhill Park- Just behind downtown Blowing Rock is Broyhill Park. You and your dog can explore the gazebo and a walking trail through beautiful gardens.-Wineries around the area– We have awesome wineries that are very dog friendly around the area! Sip on some wine and enjoy the views with your dog by your side.-Boone’s Greenway– Located in Boone, the Greenway is a great trail that is a very popular spot for dogs.–Doc’s Rocks Gem Mining – A great option, especially if you have kiddos. This gem-mining experience for you and the family can be enjoyed with your pup watching next to you! Doc’s Rocks even has animals of their own around.-Grandfather Mountain– Did you know that you can also bring your pooch to see the famous swinging bridge and great views of Grandfather Mountain? Dogs are more than welcome but must be on a leash. Want to see more dog friendly ideas in Blowing Rock? visit https://blowingrock.com/dogs/
If you are planning on bringing your dog with you the next time you visit Blowing Rock, here are a few places to check out with your pup. 1. The Blowing Rock The Blowing Rock is an immense cliff 4,000 feet above sea level, overhanging Johns River Gorge 3,000 feet below. It promises breathtaking views of our surrounding mountains. Enjoy the scenic views from the observation tower, and stroll through the gardens and gift shop. Visible from the rock are Hawksbill Mountain, Table Rock, Grandfather Mountain, and Mount Mitchell. The Blowing Rock welcomes you and your pet to explore the magical views from the rock. Pets are welcome except during special events. Pets are required to be on leash. Website 2. Grandfather Mountain Take your dog to one of the iconic places in the High Country. Grandfather Mountain is one of the highest peaks in the Blue Ridge Mountain range (elevation 5,946 ft.). Pets are permitted inside the park on a leash. They are not allowed inside the buildings due to health regulations and not in the Animal Habitats area. When you’re there, you and your dog can explore the famous Mile High Swinging Bridge. The Mile High Swinging Bridge welcomes all visitors to admire 360-degree panoramic views from Grandfather Mountain. It is America’s highest suspension footbridge and was built to give visitors easy access to the breathtaking view from Grandfather Mountain Linville Peak. Grandfather Mountain also has 11 trails varying in difficulty from a gentle walk in the woods to a rigorous trek across rugged peaks. It’s a great way to spend some quality time with your dog. Website 3. Blowing Rock Ale House Restaurant Grab lunch at the Blowing Rock Ale House! In 2013 Blowing Rock Brewing Company opened the Blowing Rock Ale House in the heart of Blowing Rock. They have plenty of outdoor seating to accommodate you and your pup! Enjoy beer and food made with locally sourced ingredients and a commitment to quality and sustainability. The food is made to pair with the beer and both are kept fresh and seasonal. Whether you’re chowing down on a chicken sandwich, or sharing a pint with friends, bring your dog along for the adventure. Website 4. Doc’s Rocks Gem Mine Doc’s Rocks Gem Mine is an Appalachian Mountain based gemstone mining operation. They purchase mine ore by the ton from local gemstone mines located in North Carolina, Georgia, Virginia and Tennessee. They then randomly shovel the ore into buckets and resell it to the general public. Doc’s Rocks is a very pet friendly business and have a few pets of our own there at the mine. They ask that your pet be friendly with other people and pets, and that you keep them on a leash during your visit. Your dog can join your family while you sift for hidden treasures. Website 5. Linville Falls Linville Falls is the most popular waterfall in the Blue Ridge Mountains. The waterfall is a spectacular three-tiered waterfall plunging into Linville Gorge. Pets are welcome but must be on a leash. You and your dog can explore the trails and catch views of this amazing natural monument. Two main hiking trails lead to views of Linville falls. Both begin at the Linville Falls Visitor Center and the Linville Falls trails range in difficulty from moderate to strenuous. The Visitors Center is at Mile Marker 316 on the Blue Ridge Parkway. Website The Parkway is also home to many other amazing hiking trails that you and your pup can explore. Click here to see other Parkway hikes. Want to see more dog friendly ideas in Blowing Rock? visit https://blowingrock.com/dogs/
We are fortunate to have some of the most wonderful restaurants here in Blowing Rock! What is even better is there are plenty of them that are very pet friendly and would love for you and your dog to swing by. If you’re out and about with your four-legged friend, here are some amazing places to eat that welcome you and your dog!
Are you thinking of bringing your dog to Blowing Rock? Well that’s excellent because there are lots of fun things for them to do. Read on and see what you and your pet can get into! Take a Hike to Flat Top Tower- A great hike for you and your dog! Located on the Blue Ridge Parkway at milepost 297, the Flat Top Tower Trail is one of the trails you can take at Moses Cone Manor. The hike is a 6 mile (round trip) hike that gives you magnificent views along the way. At the top is the tower where you can see a fantastic 360 degree view of our wonderful Blue Ridge Mountains. This dog-friendly trail is wide and nicely compacted and can bring horseback riders, joggers, or in winter, cross-country skiers! Because of all the activity on the Carriage Trails at Moses Cone Park, all dogs are required to be on a leash. **For other hiking ideas, visit our hiking page here. Stroll down Main St. Browse our amazing shops on that we have on Main St. Our store owners love dogs and many of them have water bowls sitting outside their shop. Let our lovely visitors give your dogs some love. Who knows, they may make another doggie friend! Grab some food or a beer at Blowing Rock Ale House Blowing Rock Ale House not only has amazing craft beer, but also great food to pair with it. Their menu incorporates locally sourced ingredients, so you can really get a taste of the High Country. They have outdoor seating for you and your dog to enjoy! Open six days a week and serves lunch and dinner. **For other pet friendly dining options in Blowing Rock, click here. See all Blowing Rock restaurant listings here. Settle in at one of our pet friendly lodging locations The Green Park Inn has rooms that will accommodate you and your pup! You and your pooch will enjoy the historic and charming hotel the next time you visit town. The Green Park Inn loves hosting four-legged friends and is also home to a sweet Golden Retriever named Polly. She comes in nearly every day to help out around the hotel and greet guests. Pet-friendly rooms are allowed by advance reservation only. Homestead Inn is made up of 15 newly remodeled standard and deluxe cottage-style rooms. What is great about this place is that they’re super pet friendly, even having cats and dogs of their own at the Inn. It’s a great place for you and your canine to relax and snooze. They even offer pet sitting while you’re out and about! **To find more pet friendly lodging options, look for the pet friendly badge on our lodging pages here. Want to see more dog friendly ideas in Blowing Rock? visit https://blowingrock.com/dogs/
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