Love's Travel Stop

Herman Davis Memorial State Park is named after Herman Davis, a scout and sharpshooter who grew up hunting near Manila. He was a hero during World War I, and his final resting place is commemorated with a statue and a monument at this historic site.

Crowley's Ridge State Park has a fishing lake and various pathways for you and your dog to explore. Just make sure Petzooie is always on a leash.

Earl Bell Dog Park welcomes pets. This off-leash dog park is divided into two sections, one for dogs under 30 pounds and the other for dogs 30 pounds and up. A watering station and bags to clean up after your dog are also available at the park. Earl Bell Dog Park is open from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. every day of the week.

A barrier-free fishing pier, bathrooms, pathways, and the beauty of the wild dogwoods are just a few of the attractions of Lake Frierson State Park for you and your dog to enjoy. Simply keep Petzooie leashed at all times. This park, which is located on the shores of the 335-acre Lake Frierson, is a great spot to unwind and enjoy year-round fishing for bream, catfish, crappie, saugeye, and bass.

Craighead Forest Park welcomes pets. This 692-acre park, which features a man-made lake, walking and hiking trails, and a dog dock near the boat launch, is located in the scenic grandeur of Crowley's Ridge. Take a stroll along the boardwalk with your leashed dog, as long as they clean up after themselves. The park opens at 6 a.m. every day of the week.

At Lake Poinsett State Park, take a leisurely walk with your dog along the 1.1-mile Great Blue Heron Trail or go fishing in the lake. Most outdoor places allow pets as long as they are restrained physically or on a leash no longer than six feet. Owners of noisy or dangerous pets, as well as pets that harm or harass wildlife, will be asked to remove them. Pets are not permitted in or around hotel establishments. There are many picnic tables for family lunches, a heated and cooled pavilion, a children's playground, and an open field for ball games in the day-use area.