Denbighshire is a fantastic area, and it offers up a wide range of options for wonderful walks in North Wales with your dog. The possibilities are almost endless; there is a different type of route available to suit just about any one of your needs, all the way from forest hikes to coastal walks.
There is everything on offer, from beautiful rambles through the countryside, such as the area surrounding the ruins of Castell Dinas Bran, to walks around stately ancient buildings, such as the majestic Denbigh Castle.
If you would rather take a stroll around some enchanting public gardens, you can take a trip out to the Plas Newydd country house, or for a walk by water there is the gorgeous Horseshoe Falls, created by Thomas Telford, as well as the path alongside the canal.
Our rather enviable task involved going on a great many treks around Denbighshire so that we could present to you a selection of the very best walks in North Wales. If you are looking for some inspiration about where to next take your dog (or dogs!), use our list to help you have a fantastic day out. There are so many great options that you could even opt to go for a walking holiday in the area.
We’ve even listed the difficulty of each walk, as well as the facilities in the surrounding areas, so that you can spend less time researching and more time enjoying your time outdoors and taking in all the gorgeous scenery!
Mount Wood, Denbigh
Is the location easily accessible?
Yes
Is there parking nearby?
Yes, on the main road
Are dogs allowed to be taken off a lead?
Yes
How difficult is the terrain?
Mostly flat
Are there any steep hills?
Steep steps in one direction
Are there any gates or stiles that would be inaccessible to those less able?
No
Are there paved paths to guide you?
Easy paved path in one direction
Are there regular sign posts?
Yes
What kind of local amenities are available along the walk? For example, public toilets, litter bins, doggy bins, dog friendly pubs and cafes with water bowls, etc.
Dog bins available
How long does it take to get from one location to the other?
n/a
What sort of things should you take with you for your walk? For example, lead, toys, towel (to dry wet dogs if there is water on route) etc.
Lead, bottle of water for the dogs (no water on route)
How long does the walk take to complete?
One hour
What are the walk’s surroundings?
Woods and meadows
Are there any dog restricted areas along the walk?
No
Are these walks suitable for small children or can they accommodate buggies?
Yes
Is the location easily accessible?
Yes
Is there parking nearby?
Yes
Are dogs allowed to be taken off a lead?
Yes, outside of the castle grounds
How difficult is the terrain?
Easy
Are there any steep hills?
No
Are there any gates or stiles that would be inaccessible to those less able?
No
Are there paved paths to guide you?
Yes
Are there regular sign posts?
Yes
What kind of local amenities are available along the walk? For example, public toilets, litter bins, doggy bins, dog friendly pubs and cafes with water bowls, etc.
Litter bins, toilet on-site. Also self-serve refreshments in the Visitor Centre
How long does it take to get from one location to the other?
30 minutes around the castle at brisk pace, longer if stopping to appreciate the area
What sort of things should you take with you for your walk? For example, lead, toys, towel (to dry wet dogs if there is water on route) etc.
Lead
How long does the walk take to complete?
30 minutes or more
What are the walk’s surroundings?
Fields and houses, with a view over Denbigh town, and of course the Castle
Are there any dog restricted areas along the walk?
No
Are these walks suitable for small children or can they accommodate buggies?
Yes
Llangollen Tow Path
Is the location easily accessible?
Yes
Is there parking nearby?
Yes, in the town and along the entry roads
Are dogs allowed to be taken off a lead?
Yes
How difficult is the terrain?
Easy
Are there any steep hills?
No
Are there any gates or stiles that would be inaccessible to those less able?
No
Are there paved paths to guide you?
Yes
Are there regular sign posts?
Yes
What kind of local amenities are available along the walk? For example, public toilets, litter bins, doggy bins, dog friendly pubs and cafes with water bowls, etc.
Tea room and toilets available at Llangollen Wharf, bins and cafés with water bowls in the town
How long does it take to get from one location to the other?
About 40 minutes from the tow path to Horseshoe Falls
What sort of things should you take with you for your walk? For example, lead, toys, towel (to dry wet dogs if there is water on route) etc.
Lead
How long does the walk take to complete?
About 40 minutes each way, 1 hour 20 in total
What are the walk’s surroundings?
The Canal and river
Are there any dog restricted areas along the walk?
No
Are these walks suitable for small children or can they accommodate buggies?
Yes
Horseshoe Falls, Llangollen
Is the location easily accessible?
Yes
Is there parking nearby?
Car park available at the Chainbridge Hotel, 20 minutes away. Also a nearby layby with picnic tables on the B5103
Are dogs allowed to be taken off a lead?
No
How difficult is the terrain?
Easy
Are there any steep hills?
No
Are there any gates or stiles that would be inaccessible to those less able?
One stile near the Horseshoe Falls pump house
Are there paved paths to guide you?
Yes
Are there regular sign posts?
No
What kind of local amenities are available along the walk? For example, public toilets, litter bins, doggy bins, dog friendly pubs and cafes with water bowls, etc.
Bins, Chainbridge Hotel near Horseshoe Falls, other eateries available in town
How long does it take to get from one location to the other?
40 minutes
What sort of things should you take with you for your walk? For example, lead, toys, towel (to dry wet dogs if there is water on route) etc.
Lead
How long does the walk take to complete?
40 minutes
What are the walk’s surroundings?
River, canal, woods
Are there any dog restricted areas along the walk?
No
Are these walks suitable for small children or can they accommodate buggies?
Yes
Plas Newydd, Llangollen
Is the location easily accessible?
Yes
Is there parking nearby?
Yes
Are dogs allowed to be taken off a lead?
No
How difficult is the terrain?
Easy
Are there any steep hills?
No
Are there any gates or stiles that would be inaccessible to those less able?
No
Are there paved paths to guide you?
Yes
Are there regular sign posts?
Yes
What kind of local amenities are available along the walk? For example, public toilets, litter bins, doggy bins, dog friendly pubs and cafes with water bowls, etc.
Toilets and café on the grounds
How long does it take to get from one location to the other?
30 minutes
What sort of things should you take with you for your walk? For example, lead, toys, towel (to dry wet dogs if there is water on route) etc.
Lead
How long does the walk take to complete?
30 minutes
What are the walk’s surroundings?
The grounds and gardens
Are there any dog restricted areas along the walk?
Yes – they’re not allowed in the house
Are these walks suitable for small children or can they accommodate buggies?
Yes
Valle Crucis Abbey, Llangollen
Is the location easily accessible?
Yes
Is there parking nearby?
Yes, though limited
Are dogs allowed to be taken off a lead?
Yes
How difficult is the terrain?
Easy
Are there any steep hills?
No
Are there any gates or stiles that would be inaccessible to those less able?
No
Are there paved paths to guide you?
Yes
Are there regular sign posts?
Yes
What kind of local amenities are available along the walk? For example, public toilets, litter bins, doggy bins, dog friendly pubs and cafes with water bowls, etc.
Toilets, bins, and shop on-site, café and restaurant at neighbouring Abbey Farm Caravan Park
How long does it take to get from one location to the other?
30 minutes
What sort of things should you take with you for your walk? For example, lead, toys, towel (to dry wet dogs if there is water on route) etc.
Lead
How long does the walk take to complete?
One hour
What are the walk’s surroundings?
Fields, woods, streams, and a caravan park
Are there any dog restricted areas along the walk?
No
Are these walks suitable for small children or can they accommodate buggies?
Yes
Dinas Bran Castle, Llangollen
Is the location easily accessible?
Yes
Is there parking nearby?
Yes
Are dogs allowed to be taken off a lead?
Yes, but not on the sheep field
How difficult is the terrain?
Very steep terrain, not suitable for old dogs
Are there any steep hills?
Yes
Are there any gates or stiles that would be inaccessible to those less able?
Yes
Are there paved paths to guide you?
No
Are there regular sign posts?
No
What kind of local amenities are available along the walk? For example, public toilets, litter bins, doggy bins, dog friendly pubs and cafes with water bowls, etc.
Many amenities are in Llangollen town centre
How long does it take to get from one location to the other?
It takes an hour and a half to get to the top
What sort of things should you take with you for your walk? For example, lead, toys, towel (to dry wet dogs if there is water on route) etc.
A lead and water for the dogs, walking shoes and appropriate clothing for yourself
How long does the walk take to complete?
2-3 hours
What are the walk’s surroundings?
Woodlands, fields and sheep
Are there any dog restricted areas along the walk?
Yes – areas with sheep
Are these walks suitable for small children or can they accommodate buggies?
No
Is the location easily accessible?
Yes
Is there parking nearby?
Yes
Are dogs allowed to be taken off a lead?
No
How difficult is the terrain?
Easy
Are there any steep hills?
No
Are there any gates or stiles that would be inaccessible to those less able?
No
Are there paved paths to guide you?
Yes
Are there regular sign posts?
Yes
What kind of local amenities are available along the walk? For example, public toilets, litter bins, doggy bins, dog friendly pubs and cafes with water bowls, etc.
Toilets and café with water bowls by car park on Clwyd Street, bins
How long does it take to get from one location to the other?
Five minutes from the park to the Gaol
What sort of things should you take with you for your walk? For example, lead, toys, towel (to dry wet dogs if there is water on route) etc.
Lead
How long does the walk take to complete?
40 minutes around the park
What are the walk’s surroundings?
The Gaol itself
Are there any dog restricted areas along the walk?
No
Are these walks suitable for small children or can they accommodate buggies?
Yes
Cae Ddôl, Ruthin
Is the location easily accessible?
Yes
Is there parking nearby?
Yes
Are dogs allowed to be taken off a lead?
Yes
How difficult is the terrain?
Easy
Are there any steep hills?
No
Are there any gates or stiles that would be inaccessible to those less able?
No
Are there paved paths to guide you?
Yes
Are there regular sign posts?
No
What kind of local amenities are available along the walk? For example, public toilets, litter bins, doggy bins, dog friendly pubs and cafes with water bowls, etc.
Café by the car park with water bowls and an outdoor seating area
How long does it take to get from one location to the other?
45 minutes around the park
What sort of things should you take with you for your walk? For example, lead, toys, towel (to dry wet dogs if there is water on route) etc.
Lead
How long does the walk take to complete?
45 minutes
What are the walk’s surroundings?
Stream, meadows, woodland
Are there any dog restricted areas along the walk?
Yes – by the pond, because of the swans
Are these walks suitable for small children or can they accommodate buggies?
Yes
Nantclwyd y Dre, Ruthin
Is the location easily accessible?
Yes
Is there parking nearby?
Yes, numerous pay and display car parks
Are dogs allowed to be taken off a lead?
No, and they’re not allowed in the house
How difficult is the terrain?
Easy
Are there any steep hills?
No
Are there any gates or stiles that would be inaccessible to those less able?
No
Are there paved paths to guide you?
Yes
Are there regular sign posts?
No
What kind of local amenities are available along the walk? For example, public toilets, litter bins, doggy bins, dog friendly pubs and cafes with water bowls, etc.
Bins available, restaurant and café with water bowls nearby
How long does it take to get from one location to the other?
Five minutes from the Gaol or ten minutes from the park
What sort of things should you take with you for your walk? For example, lead, toys, towel (to dry wet dogs if there is water on route) etc.
Lead
How long does the walk take to complete?
20 minutes
What are the walk’s surroundings?
River Clwyd and Ruthin Castle nearby
Are there any dog restricted areas along the walk?
No
Are these walks suitable for small children or can they accommodate buggies?
Yes
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