NPS Enjoying Hopewell Furnace with Your PetHopewell Furnace National Historic Site has historic buildings, and farm animals that pose unique experiences for you and your pet. Though pets are welcome on the park grounds, they are not allowd in public buildings, inlcudign the visitor center. Follow B.A.R.K Ranger principles to make sure you have a good time visitng with your pet. B = Bag Your Poop
A = Always Wear a Leash
R = Respect Wildlife
K = Know Where To Go
HorsesPets can come in all shapes and sizes. Whether they are a dog, cat, or horse, we do ask that everyone follows the same rules. Horses are allowed on the horseshoe trail. The trail goes through the village and riders are allowed to be mounted as they go through. Horses are not allowed to leave the horseshoe trail and cannot be tied to any buildings in Hopewell. Horse trailers must park in the upper parking lot of the visitor center. Pet SafetyTicks
Heat Pennsylvania summers can reach upwards of 90⁰ F with high humidity, but your car will get much hotter. Please do not leave your pets unattended in a hot vehicle. Most of our village’s paths are gravel and can get hot. Follow the five-second rule: place the back of your hand on the pavement: if you cannot hold it for five seconds, it's too hot to walk your pet. Service AnimalsDogs classified as service animals are individually trained to perform a specific task that assists a person with a disability. Service dogs are legally permitted anywhere that visitors can go. Learn more about NPS requirements for service animals. Emotional support, therapy, and companion animals are not considered service animals and must abide by all pet regulations.
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Last updated: July 18, 2025