Dog Friendly Hiking Trails in Patterson, NY

There are 34 dog-friendly hiking trails within 20 miles of Patterson. Use the links below to get an overview of each one, see pictures, print directions, and even read reviews from other dog owners. Coming from out of town? Get a discounted rate on pet friendly hotels in Patterson.

Pet Friendly Dover Stone Church
Dover Stone Church An ancient "cathedral-shaped" cavern on a brook, Dover Stone Church is dog friendly. Dogs must be leashed during their trek to the historic attraction. The area features a Gothic formation of stones, a "pulpit" rock ledge, a brook flowing through the cavern and a small meadow with three spring-fed ponds. See Details
Pet Friendly Kent Falls State Park
Kent Falls State Park Leashed dogs are welcome in picnic areas and on hiking trails at Kent Falls State Park, a pet-friendly recreation area in Kent, CT. You and Fido can explore the covered bridge and the quarter-mile hiking trail that leads to a stunning 250-foot waterfall. Please note that the parking lot may close for a few hours when the park reaches capacity. Arriving early is recommended. See Details
Rocky Point State Park Rocky Point State Park is a dog-friendly park located in Warwick, RI. What is now a passive park used to be home to a ferry pier along with popular rides and attractions. You and Fido can walk around this nostalgic area, but pets must remain on a leash. See Details
Clarence Fahnestock State Park Dogs can join their owners at Clarence Fahnestock State Park in the Carmel Hamlet area of Cold Spring, NY. This pet-friendly, 14,086-acre recreation area is expansive and covered with scenic trails. There's a maximum of two pets allowed in campsites and day-use areas. Pets are to be supervised and on a leash under six feet in length and are not permitted in playgrounds, buildings, golf courses, boardwalks, pools, spray grounds or guarded beaches. See Details
Mountain Lakes Park Trail Embark on a delightful adventure with Fido along the scenic Mountain Lakes Park Trail, a leisurely 5.15-mile hike within the picturesque Sal J. Prezioso Mountain Lakes Park in North Salem, NY. This hike should take approximately 3 hours of exploration and bonding time with your furry companion and allow you to hike around Westchester County's highest peak, which stands 982 feet tall. Explore forests and take a break in all the gorgeous four lakes. Dogs are not permitted in picnic areas and must be leashed. See Details
Ward Pound Ridge Reservation Trail Ward Pound Ridge Reservation Trail is a moderately easy, 7.5-mile hike in Pound Ridge, NY. You and your pup will enjoy this pet-friendly path with only a few moderate climbs. Your dog will delight in the stream crossings and hiking by your side on the wide road while you take in scenic vistas and historical points. Please note that dogs must be leashed and are not permitted in picnic areas. See Details
Collis P. Huntington State Park Leashed dogs are welcome at Collis P. Huntington State Park in Redding, CT. The park offers a tranquil setting in which you can enjoy dog-friendly hiking trails, canoeing, and pond fishing in five ponds with your pup. See Details
Fahnestock West Trail Fahnestock West Trail is a somewhat easy 7.1-mile hike in Clarence Fahnestock State Park in Cold Springs, NY. If you visit this area in early June, you will witness the striking beauty of the mountain laurel in bloom. This beautiful dog-friendly hike is a favorite for canines year round with its freshwater ponds and brooks. When visiting with Fido be sure to keep him away from public use areas and on a leash no longer than 10 feet. See Details
Tarrywile Park Bring Fido out for an afternoon of fun and exploration on the trails at pet-friendly Tarrywile Park in Danbury, CT. Leashed pups are welcome at this scenic park featuring plenty of parking, hiking trails, benches, picnic tables and a pond. See Details
Ninham Mountain Trail The pet-friendly Ninham Mountain Trail is a moderately easy 2.75-mile hike that will take about 3 hours to complete with Fido. This Multiple Use Area in Carmel, NY, is the largest in Putnam County and allows dogs to be off-leash if they are under voice control. See Details
North County Trail The North County Trail is one of 1600 rail-trails supported by Rails-to-Trails Conservancy, a nonprofit organization that is working to create a nationwide network of trails from former rail lines and connecting corridors. Previously an unused railroad corridor, this "rail-trail" is now a great place to walk Fido in Yorktown Heights! The map below shows a parking area with convenient access to the North County Trail. Rails-to-Trails Conservancy has generously provided map data for this trail to Bring Fido for informational purposes only. For more detailed trail information, please visit TrailLink.com. See Details
Above All State Park Leashed dogs are welcome at Above All State Park in Warren, CT. This 31-acre, pet-friendly park has plenty of natural and man-made sites to explore including the remains of a Cold War Bunker. See Details
Steep Rock Preserve Steep Rock Preserve is a pet-friendly recreational area in Washington Depot, CT. This 998-acre site offers hiking trails which follow the river banks and provide access into the hillsides above. Dogs are allowed on the trails at this nature preserve, as long as they are leashed and all mess is cleaned up after them. See Details
Kitchawan Preserve Trail Kitchawan Preserve Trail is a moderately easy, pet-friendly, 4-mile hike in Ossining, NY. This trail is popular amongst dog owners as the wide path allows you to hike side by side with your pup through the mature forests. Dogs must be on a leash no longer than 6 feet throughout your visit. See Details
Bear Mountain Reservation Leashed pets may join you on the hiking trails at Bear Mountain Reservation in Danbury, CT. This dog-friendly destination features beautiful woodlands and lovely views of Candlewood Lake on 140 acres of green space. See Details
Squantz Pond State Park Squantz Pond State Park in New Fairfield, CT is dog friendly between October 1st to April 14th. Pets are not permitted during the summer season outside of these dates, but Fido is welcome to enjoy hiking with you in the cooler weather. This 172-acre public recreation area is located on the southwestern shore of the 270-acre Squantz Pond, offering opportunities for fishing, hiking, picnicking and boating. See Details
Putnam Memorial State Park Fido is welcome on the dog-friendly hiking trails and picnic areas of Putnam Memorial State Park in Redding, CT. This history-oriented public recreation area preserves the site that Major General Israel Putnam chose as the winter encampment for his men during the American Revolutionary War. Please note that Fido isn't permitted inside any buildings at the park. See Details
Macedonia Brook State Park Leashed dogs are welcome at Macedonia Brook State Park, a pet-friendly park in Kent, CT, where you and Fido can hike the Blue Trail across Cobble Mountain. There are many other trails that offer scenic views through the park. Dogs are welcome on the hiking trails and in the picnic areas, but are not permitted in the campgrounds. See Details
Wooster Cemetery Take Fido for a walk through history at Wooster Cemetery in Danbury, CT. Meander along the paved, dog-friendly paths of a cemetery that has been around since 1850. The land also features a small pond which is popular for local birds. Please leash and clean up after your pets. See Details
Bald Mountain to Teatown Lake Trail Bald Mountain to Teatown Lake Trail is a 5.75-mile hike in Croton-on-Hudson, NY. This pet-friendly path will take about 3 hours to complete with Fido and will give you a tour of Bald Mountain and Teatown Lake Reservation. The two areas have a total of 845 acres of forests and streams to enjoy. Dogs must be kept on a leash, as this trail is shared with mountain bikers. See Details
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