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Find the best parks and hiking trails in Rolla, MO. Your guide to dog-friendly adventures in the Ozarks.
Rolla serves as the gateway to the Ozarks, offering dog owners access to incredible natural beauty. While the city is developing its specific off-leash amenities, spots like Lions Club Park provide ample green space for leashed activities. The absence of a large indoor dog park is typical for the region, but the nearby Mark Twain National Forest offers an 'indoor' canopy of trees for miles of shaded hiking. Before exploring deep woods, review our safety tips in the faq section.
As a college town home to Missouri S&T, the community is diverse and often walking about. The audubon trails and local city parks are the go-to spots for daily exercise. Rolla is perfect for the outdoor enthusiast dog owner who wants to spend weekends exploring caves, springs, and forests, all while having a friendly town to come home to. To stay updated on new park openings in the Ozarks, subscribe via our about page.

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Rolla is working on dog amenities, but currently, local dog owners utilize the city parks for leashed walks. Check local listings for the nearest off-leash area.
Yes, Lions Club Park offers walking trails and open space where leashed dogs are welcome. It is a central recreational hub.
You are close to the Mark Twain National Forest, which offers endless hiking trails that are generally dog-friendly for leashed pets.
Students and residents often walk leashed dogs through the campus areas. It is a friendly, youthful environment.