Pet-friendly road trip

Jackson to Oxford with your dog

Distance

165 mi

Driving

2.5 hrs

Dog breaks

About 2

The I-55 and MS-6 run from Jackson to Oxford is 165 miles. With a dog in the back, plan a 15-minute walk every two to three hours and book a room that takes pets before you leave, so you are not searching at 10 pm.

Dog-friendly places to sleep

Turn on the pet-friendly filter on the booking page and check the pet fee before you book.

• Stays in Grenada
• Stays in Oxford

Pet rules at Oxford

Check local leash rules at the trailhead.

Packing list for the dog

• Water bowl and a gallon of water, plus their usual food
• Crate or seat-belt harness for the whole drive
• Vaccination records, especially for border crossings
• Leash, waste bags and a towel for muddy paws
• Never leave a dog in a parked car, even with windows cracked

Along the way

• Tailgating in the Grove
• Square Books on the Oxford Square
• Faulkner's Rowan Oak

Full drive guide for this route