August is National Dog Month, so it’s time to unleash a little extra romance! Why leave your dog at home when you can bring them along for a getaway to Beavers Bend? With towering pine trees, sparkling lake water, scenic trails, and plenty of dog-friendly spots around Broken Bow and Hochatown, this is one destination where your pup can be part of the adventure. So grab the leash, pack a few treats, and get ready for a date that’s anything but ruff.
1) Beavers Bend State Park~ Bark in the State Park
When Mother Nature creates a date spot this beautiful, you really have to take advantage of it. Beavers Bend State Park is filled with towering pine forests, scenic trails, Broken Bow Lake, and the Mountain Fork River, giving you, your sweetheart, and your pup plenty to explore together. Take a leisurely hike, find a peaceful spot for a picnic, or simply wander through the woods hand in hand while your canine companion sniffs out all the good stuff. Pets are allowed in the park, making this a naturally romantic choice for a date in the great outdoors.
2) Beavers Bend Brewery~ Pups & Pints
Grab your sweetheart and your pup then head to Beavers Bend Brewery for a laid back date with plenty of outdoor space. The brewery’s multi-level patio gives you room to kick back among the trees while you sample house brewed craft beers, enjoy some food, and soak up the casual atmosphere. Dogs are welcome on the spacious patio. It’s a hoppy little stop that’s sure to have tails wagging.
3) FishTales Winery & Bistro~ A Pawsome Place to Wine Down
Wine not add a little vino to your dog-friendly getaway? FishTales Winery & Bistro offers wine tastings, bottles to take home, and a bistro menu in a relaxed atmosphere. The dog-friendly patio makes it a great place to unwind with your sweetheart and your canine companion after a day of exploring. Share a tasting, split a bite, and toast to being in the woods with the ones you love.
4) Abendigo’s~ For a Fetching Meal
Treat your sweetheart and your furry friend to a little taste of Hochatown at Abendigo’s. Known as the “Hochatown Original,” this local favorite serves up made-from-scratch Southern inspired dishes, wood fired steaks, seasonal cocktails, and live music in a lively, casual-meets-classy setting. The spacious open air patio is dog friendly, so you can settle in with your pup while enjoying dinner and some live entertainment. It’s a pretty paw-some place to turn up the romance.
5) Grateful Head~ Good Dogs & Grub
Pizza, beer, and puppy love sounds like a pretty perfect combination! Grateful Head Pizza Oven & Tap Room serves up hand-tossed specialty pizzas, a wide selection of drinks, and a funky, laid back atmosphere that makes it an easygoing choice for a romantic date. The large outdoor patio is dog friendly. Grab a seat outside, order a pie to share, and let the good times roll. Don’t forget to share a bite of crust with your canine companion.
August is the perfect excuse to bring your best friend along for a romantic escape to Beavers Bend. Whether you’re hiking beneath the pines, sipping beer on a patio, enjoying a wine tasting, or wandering along the river, there’s no shortage of ways to make memories with your sweetheart and your pup. So leash up, head into the woods, and let the adventure begin because love is better when your canine co-pilot gets to come along for the ride.
