Dog Friendly Hiking Trails in Maine

If your dog likes to ruff it, bring Fido hiking in Maine. Our dog friendly hiking section includes everything from easy one-hour walks to fantastic overnight trips in Maine that won’t be soon forgotten. Seriously, go take a hike!

Pet Friendly Acadia National Park
Acadia National Park Acadia National Park has been a popular destination for dog owners for generations. Whatever you love to do in the great outdoors, you'll find an opportunity at this stunning, dog-friendly park in Bar Harbor, ME. Whether you are into camping, hiking, or kayaking, Acadia is the place for you and Fido! You can even get involved in geocache, check out the wildlife, fish, skijor, and more. With over 158 miles of hiking trails, 45 miles of carriage roads, and three campgrounds open to pets, you may never have enough time to explore every corner of this park, but even a glimpse will last in your mind for a lifetime. See Details
Pet Friendly Rachel Carson National Wildlife Refuge
Rachel Carson National Wildlife Refuge The Rachel Carson National Wildlife Refuge is a pet-friendly place in Wells, ME. Bring Fido out for a walk in nature, among the 50 miles of beautiful coastline. The terrain is diverse with sandy beaches, rocky seashores, and lush forests. Be sure to clean up after your pup and keep them leashed while exploring. See Details
Quoddy Head State Park Dogs are welcome at Quoddy Head State Park in Lubec, BE. This beautiful spot on America's eastern most peninsula is home to a candy-striped lighthouse, lovely picnic spots, and five miles of pet-friendly scenic trails. There are a number of trails to choose from, some taking you along the coastline to views of the awesome cliffs that jut out into the water, and others inland through the peaceful woods adjacent to the coastline. You can bring Fido with you to explore this gorgeous park on a leash under six feet. Visitors are reminded to clean up any mess that their pets leave behind to preserve the beauty of the park. See Details
Little Long Pond Leash-Free Area The Little Long Pond Off-Leash Area near Acadia National Park is a designated place for dogs in Seal Harbor, ME. The private piece of land is managed by the Rockefeller family. The property is not fenced-in, so keep an eye on Fido. Hike the trails and carriage roads and make your way to the water for a serene moment surrounded by beautiful mountains. Be sure to bring waste bags and water for your pup! See Details
Jordan Pond Located at beautiful Acadia National Park in Seal Harbor, ME, Jordan Pond is considered one of the most picturesque areas in the entire park. Leashed dogs are welcome on the pet-friendly Shore Trail that loops around the pond, but they are not permitted in the water. See Details
Camden Hills State Park Enjoy the beauty of nature with Fido on 30 miles of dog-friendly hiking trails in Camden Hills State Park in Camden, ME. Bring food and a blanket to enjoy at the picnic area before or after exploring the beauty of the rocky shoreline. Dogs must be leashed on the trails. See Details
Wiggly Bridge The pet-friendly Wiggly Bridge welcomes Fido to join you for a stroll at this famous attraction in York, ME. Experience the wiggle of the walking bridge while enjoying scenic views of the river and surrounding foliage in this popular coastal town. Remember to leash and clean up after your pets, and note that the bridge is accessible year round, but it's not maintained for winter use. See Details
Fort Williams Park Leashed dogs are welcome to enjoy Fort Williams Park with their humans in Cape Elizabeth, ME. Located adjacent to the famous Portland Head Light, this pet-friendly park offers more than 90 acres of space where you and your pup can enjoy a picnic, walk along the paths, explore the cliff-side loop and rocky beach, and spend a day in the great outdoors. Dogs must be leashed at all times. See Details
Vaughan Woods State Park Dogs are allowed to join their owners on the trails at Vaughan Woods State Park in South Berwick, ME. This pet-friendly public recreation area is a 165-acre forested tract along the banks of Salmon Falls River. There are 3 miles of hiking trails that loop through old-growth stands of pine and hemlock. Pets must be cleaned up after and kept on a four-foot leash. See Details
Moose Point State Park Moose Point State Park in Searsport, ME, is pet-friendly. You are invited to bring your pooch along with you to enjoy the views of Penobscot Bay. There are a number of trails that weave around the area, ideal for discovering the panoramic views on offer at this park. Dogs are welcome on the trails on a leash under six feet, as long as owners clean up any mess that they leave behind. See Details
Cobscook Bay State Park Cobscook Bay State Park is a dog-friendly spot in Dennysville, ME. This 888-acre park has a couple of trails that are suitable for walkers of all ages and levels: The Nature Trail, one-mile path that leads through forests to views over Whiting Bay and Burnt Cove; and the Shore Trail that follows the shoreline. Dogs can join their owners around the park on the trails if they are on a leash under six feet. Owners should preserve the cleanliness of the water by picking up any mess that their dog leaves behind. No pets are allowed on State Park beaches between April 1 and September 30. See Details
Roque Bluffs State Park Dogs are welcome at Roque Bluffs State Park in Roque Bluffs, ME. This stunning park is pet-friendly and home to 274 acres of diverse landscape on Schoppee Point in Maine. You'll discover a half-mile beach of sand and pebbles along Englishman Bay, leading to Simpson Pond, that can be used by dogs and their owners from October 1st through March 31st. There's also a pet-friendly trail network that will lead you through old orchards, fields, woods, with paths that follow the rocky shores of Great Cove and Pond Cove. Unfortunately, dogs are not permitted on the ocean beach. See Details
Sears Island Sears Island is a pet-friendly place in Searsport, ME. This beautiful island is home to miles of quiet shoreline, several moderate trails to explore with your pup, and lots of native wildlife to observe. You and Fido will discover an abundance of botanical and geological features. Stop for a picnic in one of the pretty spots, hop in a kayak or go for a trek in the snow when the weather permits. See Details
Royal River Park Royal River Park is a dog-friendly community park in Yarmouth, ME. One of Yarmouth's most beloved parks, you and your leashed dog can take the beautiful paved trail which runs the length of the park and passes three scenic waterfalls. Visitors can also enjoy picnic areas, open fields, river views, and admire a 75- to 200-year-old stand of hemlock. See Details
Mackworth Island Mackworth Island is a pet-friendly 100-acre state park in Falmouth, ME. It is a great place to walk dogs oceanside, taking in the sites or observing birds in the sanctuary. The island-walk circles the island and is about 1.5 miles long. Be sure to keep your pup on a leash at all times. See Details
Wolfe's Neck Woods State Park Wolfe's Neck Woods State Park features pet-friendly trails for you and Fido to explore along Maine's legendary coast in Freeport. Enjoy a hike on the popular Casco Bay Trail for a relatively easy adventure offering great views. Dogs are welcome on trails but not on the beaches. See Details
Peaks-Kenny State Park Peaks-Kenny State Park is a pet-friendly lakeside area in Dover-Foxcroft, ME. Located adjacent to Sebec Lake, visitors can indulge in a range of activities, including boating, fishing, swimming, hiking and picnicking in and around the park. The nature preserve also offers trails for you and your pup to get in some exercise. Pets are not allowed on State Park beaches between April 1 and September 30 and dogs should remain on a leash under six feet for the duration of their visit. See Details
Mount Kineo State Park Bring Fido out for a day at the pet-friendly Mount Kineo State Park in Bangor, ME. The cliff face, known as Mount Kineo, rises 700 feet above Moosehead Lake and is a sight to behold. There are four trails, ranging from 0.9 to 2.2 miles in length. The trails can be challenging, so be sure to wear appropriate footwear around the lake and keep Fido on a leash under six feet in length. See Details
Rangeley Lake State Park Dogs are welcome to join their owners at Rangeley Lake State Park in Rangeley, ME. This pet-friendly 869-acre park in the heart of Maine's Western Mountains features beautiful, forested hiking trails around the lake. The lake itself stretches nine miles, is full of salmon and trout, and is great for anybody looking to get their boat out on the water. You can bring Fido with you to the park on a leash under six feet, as long as you clean up any mess after them. See Details
Portland Head Light The Portland Head Light is a pet-friendly lighthouse in Cape Elizabeth. Bring Fido to visit one of the most famous lighthouses in Maine to enjoy scenic views of the coast and walk the paved trails. Dogs are also welcome to explore other outdoor areas of the adjacent Fort Williams Park, as long as they are leashed. See Details
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