Kingsbrook Animal Hospital's Blog: Doggin' Maryland

Friday, February 12, 2010

Doggin' Maryland


“Have you ever considered how far you walk with your dog? “If you walk just 15 minutes a day, you will have walked far enough in your dog's lifetime to cross the United States (hikewithyourdog.com).”

Doggin' Maryland details the 100 best places for walking, hiking and camping with your 4-legged buddy in the state of Maryland...

The 10 best dog-friendly beaches
20 Acres of amusement park ruins (along the Chesapeake Bay)
Bald Eagle viewing (Susquehanna State and Downs Memorial Park)
The very first Chromium mines in America (Baltimore County)
Original model trains (Leakin Park)
Beautiful outdoor sculptures (Quiet Waters Park)
The second oldest active railroad tunnel in the world (Patapsco State Park)
Wild Orchid viewing (Maryland has over 42 species)
Dog-friendly trails to Maryland's highest Waterfall and Maryland's Highest Mountain

As well as...

Tips on outfitting your dog for a hike
Tips on practicing low-impact hiking with your dog
Local beach regulations
Local campsite regulations