South Mountain Trail - Allentown, PA
South Mountain Trail – Dog-Friendly Hiking in Allentown, Pennsylvania
South Mountain Trail offers a scenic and refreshing escape for dog owners in Allentown, Pennsylvania. This picturesque area features wide, pet-friendly trails perfect for hiking with your canine companion. With its natural woodlands and convenient location in the heart of Allentown, it’s a favorite among local walkers, bikers, and nature enthusiasts. The trails range from easy strolls to moderate climbs, making them suitable for most dogs and their owners.
While the park isn’t a traditional fenced dog park, it provides open green spaces, access to beautiful hiking paths, and opportunities to spot local wildlife. Although facilities like signage and parking can be limited, South Mountain Trail remains an appealing destination for outdoor-loving dog owners seeking adventure, tranquility, and a true connection to nature.
South Mountain Trail FAQ
- Are there walking or hiking trails connected to the park? Yes, there are several hiking and walking trails throughout the area.
- Is the park open year-round? Yes, you can visit South Mountain Trail at any time of the year.
- Where is the best place to park? Parking is available along the side of the road, though there is no designated lot.
- Are there walking or hiking trails connected to the park? Yes, the park is known for its pet-friendly hiking trails.
- Is the park regularly cleaned and maintained? Maintenance does occur, although some visitors have noticed issues during periods of construction or work.
Reviews
My favorite place to exercise.
Follow the trails and make sure you bring water
My favorite place to exercise.
Follow the trails and make sure you bring water
In summer, it s best to start the walk early in the morning. In fall, preferably in the afternoon. Wide trails, both bikers and rail walkers use same space. Alpine trail is moderately difficult, can be done by kids.
In summer, it s best to start the walk early in the morning. In fall, preferably in the afternoon. Wide trails, both bikers and rail walkers use same space. Alpine trail is moderately difficult, can be done by kids.
In summer, it s best to start the walk early in the morning. In fall, preferably in the afternoon. Wide trails, both bikers and rail walkers use same space. Alpine trail is moderately difficult, can be done by kids.
Tried to take my dog here, was confused where the trails for hiking and walking were. Driving wise it’s just a big circle with open fields in the middle for the most part, lots of holes in the dirt road to give your shocks a good shake even with an SUV. You can park on the side of the road, but no real direction on where to park and no signs on where any trails would be. Only trail I found was pretty much a dead end and had to turn around. They were also doing maintenance when I was there so it didn’t make it any better. If you’re there to go to the picnic area or the baseball field it’s fine, but I wasn’t really into it otherwise
Tried to take my dog here, was confused where the trails for hiking and walking were. Driving wise it’s just a big circle with open fields in the middle for the most part, lots of holes in the dirt road to give your shocks a good shake even with an SUV. You can park on the side of the road, but no real direction on where to park and no signs on where any trails would be. Only trail I found was pretty much a dead end and had to turn around. They were also doing maintenance when I was there so it didn’t make it any better. If you’re there to go to the picnic area or the baseball field it’s fine, but I wasn’t really into it otherwise
Tried to take my dog here, was confused where the trails for hiking and walking were. Driving wise it’s just a big circle with open fields in the middle for the most part, lots of holes in the dirt road to give your shocks a good shake even with an SUV. You can park on the side of the road, but no real direction on where to park and no signs on where any trails would be. Only trail I found was pretty much a dead end and had to turn around. They were also doing maintenance when I was there so it didn’t make it any better. If you’re there to go to the picnic area or the baseball field it’s fine, but I wasn’t really into it otherwise
I love taking my dog for little hikes here all year long. It’s my easy escape from the world that is literally in my back yard. We always find some neat things on our walks. And she is a husky so she can just pull me thru some areas if I need it haha. I’ll tell ya what I will definitely miss having South Mountain right in the back of me. Being in my neighborhood in the back, I didnt feel I was in Allentown (until loud cars and systems drove by lol)
Nature is just one of the most priceless gifts we are given, I hope people will look out and keep it clean & safe.
I love taking my dog for little hikes here all year long. It’s my easy escape from the world that is literally in my back yard. We always find some neat things on our walks. And she is a husky so she can just pull me thru some areas if I need it haha. I’ll tell ya what I will definitely miss having South Mountain right in the back of me. Being in my neighborhood in the back, I didnt feel I was in Allentown (until loud cars and systems drove by lol)
Nature is just one of the most priceless gifts we are given, I hope people will look out and keep it clean & safe.