Small Towns in the U.S. to Visit with your Dog!

Do you want to plan a fun-packed trip with your human and furry family? But don't want to go camping or hiking? Well, how about you visit some of the coolest small towns in the US with your family this summer? The small towns in the US are not only charming but also have a lot to offer. These small towns are worth visiting, from quaint shops to fascinating history to restaurants, natural beauty, and many other fun experiences.

Fairhope, Alabama

Fairhope, Alabama, is the home for two of the best seller southern authors Rick Bragg and Fannie Flagg. You can also find their signed books at one of the best bookstores in Alabama - the Page & Palette. It may be a small town, but Fairhope has the Grand Hotel Resort and Spa, where you can enjoy a relaxing day.

It has also been nominated as one of the state's top hotels and spas. It features two golf courses that also have made their way to the list of Best Golf Resorts in America.

Winslow, Arizona

The next on the list is Winslow, Arizona! Yes, you are wondering about it. The town is featured in the Eagles' song Take It Easy. The history of Winslow is very interesting. It is a popular stop for drivers and motorcyclists as Winslow once was a railroad stop on the "Mother Road" Route 66.

The La Posada Hotel is one of the popular hotels in Winslow that features elegant and furnished rooms with Zapotec rugs and Mexican tiles. If you have the bone for outdoor adventures, the Homolovi State Park in the north of the town is a great spot for it. From trail hiking to sightseeing archaeological sites and Hopi petroglyphs.

Carmel California

With an interesting name, Carmel, California, is also an interesting town to visit. Its official name is the Carmel-by-the-Sea. What makes this small US town interesting is its world-renowned, 1-square-mile village. The village is situated on California's central coast.

Carmel will make your fantasy come true. It is home to fairytale-like cottages that look beautiful and makes you feel like you are in a Disney fairytale. Not just this, there are many upscale boutiques, art galleries, historic Carmel Mission Basilica, wineries, and other attractions.

For beach lovers, Carmel beach welcomes you all for the summer swim. Due to the beach, Carmel has been ranked as one of America's top beach towns.

New Castle, Delaware

To relive the town's colonial past, you must visit New Castle, Delaware. Its cobblestone streets take you back to the colonial past. Among Delaware's most popular tourist attractions are the fine townhomes and mansions. Visitors visit the Read House and Gardens from different towns.

Not only this, but the lovely Battery Park beside the Delaware River is also a favorite spot for visitors and locals. People stroll along the river, and you can also take your leashed pets there. You can also enjoy the tours of period homes and churches.

Some of Delaware's churches and homes worth visiting include Dutch House, Amstel House, and Immanuel Episcopal Church on the Green. Lastly, don't forget to see the downtown courthouse part of the First State National Historical Park.

Cartersville, Georgia

If you are a Jurassic Park fan, you must head to Cartersville, Georgia. Located about 50 minutes from Atlanta, the beautiful small Georgia town offers many things for its visitors. Cartersville is home to many amusement parks and museums, from dinosaurs to fine Western art.

Those of you who love fossils must visit the Tellus science museum. This world-class museum houses permanent minerals, fossils, and transportation galleries. For art lovers, the Booth Western Art Museum is the best spot. It houses some of the world's largest permanent western art exhibitions.

Once you are done visiting the great museums, head to Cartersville's historic downtown. There you can find the first painted wall ad for coca-cola. Pose with your pup and click a selfie!.

Alton, Illinois

Known for its limestone bluffs, Alton, Illinois, is another great small town on our list for you and your pup to visit. Alton is the hometown of Miles Davis, a famous jazz musician. Alton is located at the point of Route 66 meeting with Great River Road and is home to bald eagles.

It is listed as one of the best spots to sightsee bald eagles in the US. The town also organizes eagle-watching season along with the Alton Audubon Eagle Ice Festival every year during January and February.

Want to visit a Ghost town? Then Alton is your destination. It is listed as one of America's most haunted towns, with at least 10 spirits residing in the McPike Mansion.

Latrobe, Pennsylvania

Pennsylvania is home to many scenic towns. One of the small towns that are worth visiting in Pennsylvania. It has been listed as one of "The 20 Best Small Towns to Visit in 2018' in Smithsonian Magazine.

One of the highlights of Latrobe is the Fed Rogers Trail which is built in honor of Latrobe's native son and the TV pioneer Fred Rogers. Latrobe brewery is the original home of Rolling Rock beer. It is a popular tourist spot where tourists stop to taste the beer.

Moreover, Latrobe is home to Saint Vincent College, which hosts a summer training camp for Pittsburgh Steelers. Latrobe is the right place to celebrate if you love banana splits! Latrobe is the town where the banana split was first done! Head to any local ice cream shop in Latrobe and enjoy the yummy.

Gruene, Texas

Built around circa 1800 to the 1900s, Gruene, Texas, is another great small-town destination for you to visit. Gruene is listed on the National Register of Historic Places with the efforts of an architecture student from the University of Texas at Austin.

The town is a spot for many great local boutiques. The old Gruene market days are quite popular among the locals and visitors. The Gruene Hall, built-in 1878, is still open for dance and welcomes locals and visitors.

Another interesting thing to experience at Gruene is the tube ride in the Comal River. Gruene is at the 45-minute drive from Austin and a 60-minute drive from San Antonio.

Bristol, Virginia

Known for NASCAR and a home for one of the world's greatest and most popular race tracks, Bristol, Virginia, is a small town that awaits you and your furry buddy! The interesting thing about bristol is that the main street downtown is between Virginia and Tennesse. Surrounded by the lovely Appalachian Mountains, bristol has a great history.

It is a great destination for music lovers. One of the must-visit places in Bristol is the Smithsonian-affiliated Birthplace of Country Music Museum. Here you can enjoy live music at different venues and events happening around the town at night.

When it comes to art & entertainment, Bristol has some iconic art galleries. But it's not just all! You can also enjoy great local dining spots and live dance and theatrical performances.

So what are you waiting for? Pack your things, take your puppy, hop in your car and ride to these beautiful and exciting small towns in the US.