Dog Friendly Walks & Beaches in Somerset
Everything we've reviewed in Somerset. Walks, beaches, and everything in between, built for dog owners who don't leave their dogs behind.
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Tarr Steps Circular
SomersetAn easy riverside walk to a magical ancient clapper bridge with high off-lead potential and excellent water access from the River Barle; the Tarr Farm Inn adds a perfect finish.
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Bath Skyline Western Loop From Kelston
SomersetA countryside loop along the western edge of the Bath Skyline with long views over farmland and woodland rather than city streets.
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Berrow Beach (Berrow Sands)
SomersetA vast, wild stretch of sand backed by dunes with year-round access, far fewer restrictions than Burnham and an extraordinary spaciousness.
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Bradford on Avon to Avoncliff Aqueduct Circular
SomersetA Wiltshire canal and riverside walk from Bradford-on-Avon to the Avoncliff Aqueduct, with a valley pub to finish.
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Cheddar Gorge Outer Woodland Loop
SomersetA longer route above Cheddar Gorge following quieter woodland and downland paths, delivering dramatic views while avoiding the busy gorge road.
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Crook Peak
SomersetA short, punchy Mendip climb to a limestone crag with 360-degree views over the Somerset Levels and the Bristol Channel.
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Dundry Hill And Maes Knoll Circular From Dundry Village
SomersetA steady climb onto the exposed Dundry Hills ridge finishing at Maes Knoll Iron Age hillfort, with expansive views across Somerset and towards Wales.
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Dunkery Beacon from Dunkery Gate
SomersetThe highest point on Exmoor with expansive views and high off-lead potential on the open moorland; no facilities and limited parking so come prepared.
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Ebbor Gorge
SomersetA limestone gorge walk through ancient woodland in the Mendips, with a scrambling section and surprisingly wild atmosphere.
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Farleigh Hungerford Castle and River Frome Circular
SomersetA Somerset river and castle walk following the Frome beneath the ruins of Farleigh Hungerford's medieval fortifications.
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Goblin Combe Circular From Cleeve
SomersetAn unexpectedly wild-feeling limestone gorge just south-west of Bristol, with narrow paths weaving between rock faces and dense woodland.
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Ham Hill Country Park
SomersetA walk around one of Somerset's most impressive Iron Age hillforts with wide views and the golden Ham stone underfoot.
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Horner Wood Circular
SomersetOne of England's finest ancient oak woodlands with excellent off-lead potential on the woodland paths and good water access from Horner Water; deer present so recall essential.
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Kilve Beach
SomersetA fossil-rich pebble and rock beach below the Quantock Hills with year-round access and one of the best fossil-hunting sites in Somerset.
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Leigh Woods Circular via Nightingale Valley
SomersetA sheltered loop dropping into Nightingale Valley before climbing through ancient woodland above the Avon Gorge, surprisingly peaceful for its proximity to Bristol.
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Porlock Weir and Porlock Marsh
SomersetA varied coastal and marshland walk with good facilities at the characterful harbour village; the flat terrain suits dogs of all fitness levels.
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Quantock Hills – Great Wood and Beacon Hill
SomersetA Quantock Hills classic combining dense ancient woodland with the open moorland around Beacon Hill, big views towards Exmoor.
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Westbury White Horse and Bratton Camp Circular
SomersetA chalk downland walk above the Westbury White Horse with the Iron Age Bratton Camp hillfort and wide views over the Vale of Pewsey.
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Wimbleball Lake Loop
SomersetA gentle lake circuit with excellent facilities and high off-lead potential on the woodland paths; good water access for swimming dogs and comfortable year-round.
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Blaise Castle Estate And Kings Weston Downs Loop
SomersetA broad loop through mature woodland and the wider landscape of Kings Weston Downs, starting close to the estate entrance.
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Blue Anchor Bay
SomersetA pebble beach on the Somerset coast with year-round access, views across the Bristol Channel to Wales and the Blue Anchor pub as reward.
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Brean Beach
SomersetA long sandy beach below Brean Down headland with year-round access in the quieter sections away from the caravan parks.
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Bridgwater and Taunton Canal
SomersetA flat canal towpath walk on the historic Bridgwater and Taunton Canal, with a lock and waterside meadows throughout.
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Burnham-on-Sea Beach
SomersetA traditional resort beach with the shortest wooden pier in the world and seasonal dog restrictions, good for off-season walking.
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Cheddar Reservoir
SomersetA flat reservoir circuit near Cheddar with Mendip hill views and good year-round conditions on the level path.
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Dunster Beach
SomersetA quiet pebble and sand beach at Dunster near the edge of Exmoor National Park with year-round access.
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East Quantoxhead Beach
SomersetA spectacular fossil-hunting beach below the Quantock Hills with striking rock formations, year-round dog access and no restrictions.
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Minehead Beach
SomersetThe start of the South West Coast Path with a wide sandy and pebble beach, seasonal restrictions but good off-season access.
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Pensford Viaduct River Chew Loop
SomersetA gentle riverside loop beneath the striking Pensford Viaduct, combining meadow paths and quiet rural lanes with a relaxed profile.
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Porlock Beach
SomersetA wild shingle beach on the Exmoor coast with year-round dog access, backed by salt marsh and the dramatic hills of Exmoor.
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Selworthy Beacon Coastal Loop
SomersetA demanding Exmoor coastal loop with spectacular views and charming tea rooms; steep terrain and livestock on the farmland sections require fitness and attention.
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Staple Plain
SomersetAn open moorland walk on the Quantock Hills with heather and bracken views, quiet and surprisingly remote.
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Westhay Moor
SomersetA Somerset Levels nature reserve walk across raised bog with boardwalks over open water, rich in wading birds and dragonflies.
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Willsbridge Mill And Dramway Path Circular
SomersetA gentle loop through the wooded valley around Willsbridge Mill, linking into the historic Dramway Path with old stonework and flowing water throughout.
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Lilstock Beach
SomersetA remote and geologically fascinating pebble beach on the Quantock coast, with striking rock formations, fossil hunting and year-round dog access.
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Watchet Beach
SomersetA fossil-rich rocky beach below the harbour town of Watchet, with year-round dog access and heritage railway connections.
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Weston-super-Mare Beach
SomersetA traditional English seaside resort beach with the world-famous Grand Pier and seasonal restrictions for dogs on the main sands.
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Stolford Beach
SomersetA wild and quiet pebble beach on Bridgwater Bay with year-round dog access, wide open space and views across the Bristol Channel to Wales.