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Dog Friendly Activities in Canaan, CT

There are 52 dog friendly activities within 20 miles of Canaan. 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 Canaan.

Pet Friendly Bash Bish Falls State Park

Bash Bish Falls State Park

Mount Washington, MA

Bash Bish Falls State Park

Leashed dogs are welcome at Bash Bish Falls State Park in Mount Washington, MA. The centerpiece of the park, the stunning falls, are the highest single drop waterfalls in the state. You and Fido can view this natural wonder from the overlook or explore the area on the pet-friendly trails that weave around the park.

Pet Friendly Dover Stone Church

Dover Stone Church

Dover Plains, NY

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.

Norman Rockwell Museum

Stockbridge, MA

Norman Rockwell Museum

Leashed dogs are welcome to join you as you explore the pet-friendly grounds of the Norman Rockwell Museum in Stockbridge, MA. The Museum houses the world’s largest and most significant collection of Rockwell’s work, and while Fido can not browse the artwork inside, the grounds offer 36-acres to explore that include sculptures, lovely landscaping, scenic views and picnic tables.

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.

Topsmead State Forest

Topsmead State Forest

Topsmead State Forest is a pet-friendly recreation area that can be found among the Litchfield Hills in Litchfield, CT. In a past life, the park was the summer estate of Miss Edith Morton Chase and a number of buildings from yesteryear are still standing as they did one-hundred years ago. You and Fido can enjoy the hiking trails and picnic areas at Topsmead, but are not permitted to go inside any of the buildings.

Land of Nod Vineyard & Winery

East Canaan, CT

Land of Nod Vineyard & Winery

Leashed dogs are welcome in outdoor spaces (weather permitting) at Land of Nod Vineyard & Winery, a pet-friendly winery in East Canaan, CT. Situated in the foothills of the Berkshires, on land steeped in early American History, this popular vineyard is a great place to hang out with your pup and sample a glass of fine wine. Open seasonally; check their website for current hours.

Harwinton Conservation & Recreation Area

Harwinton Conservation & Recreation Area

Harwinton Conservation & Recreation Area offers pet-friendly trails that run through the woods and along Leadmine Brook in Harwinton, CT. Featuring both short and long hiking options, this recreation destination is a great place for you and your four-legged friend to explore. Bring your pup’s favorite water toy to enjoy at the fishing pond, or relax at the small covered picnic area. As a family recreation spot, a leash law is in effect.

Burr Pond State Park

Burr Pond State Park

Enjoy some exercise and a picnic with your pup at dog-friendly Burr Pond State Park in Torrington, CT. Explore the hiking trails with Fido in search of the bronze tablet marking Connecticut's role in the Civil War and the Industrial Revolution. Please note that pets are not permitted on the beach and must be leashed at all times during your visit.

Harlem Valley Rail Trail

Harlem Valley Rail Trail

The Harlem Valley Rail 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 Copake! The map below shows a parking area with convenient access to the Harlem Valley Rail 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.

French Park Dog Park

Great Barrington, MA

French Park Dog Park

Fido can play off-leash at French Park Dog Park in Great Barrington, MA. This fenced dog park features two spacious, grassy areas and waste stations. Please bring water for Fido, and register on their website prior to enjoying the dog park.

Sunnybrook State Park

Sunnybrook State Park

Part of Paugnut State Forest and connected to it by the 2.1-mile John Muir Trail, Sunnybrook State Park is set on 464 wooded acres. This pet-friendly park in Torrington, CT offers plenty of trails, including five nature trails, and a pond to play and cool off in. Pack a lunch, wear comfortable shoes, and enjoy a memorable excursion with your leashed pup.

Salisbury Community Dog Park

Salisbury Community Dog Park

Salisbury Community Dog Park is a recreational area in Lakeville, CT. The park features over an acre of fenced-in land within Mary Peters Park. This park is the perfect spot for Fido to play off-leash and make new friends.

Les Trois Emme Winery and Vineyard

New Marlborough, MA

Les Trois Emme Winery and Vineyard

Fido can join you in outdoor spaces at Les Trois Emme Winery and Vineyard in New Marlborough, MA. This family-owned, dog-friendly winery offers wine tastings and lovely vineyard views. You and your leashed pup are welcome to explore the grounds. Please be sure to call the winery during inclement weather to confirm they are open prior to visiting.

Beartown State Forest

Beartown State Forest

Leashed dogs are allowed at Beartown State Forest in Monterey, MA. Home to a 12,000-acre forest and Benedict Pond, you and Fido can take on the pet-friendly Benedict Pond Loop Trail, which circles the scenic pond. Although a nice location year round, one of the best times to visit is in autumn to enjoy the breathtaking fall foliage.

Mohawk State Forest

Mohawk State Forest

Mohawk State Forest is a dog-friendly recreational area in Goshen, CT. This area encompasses the towering Mohawk Mountain State Park and is a popular place for pets and their owners to explore together. The hiking trails and the picnic areas are both accessible to dogs. You may not be able to access the park during certain winter months, but it's worth calling ahead if you are unsure whether the park will be open when you intend on visiting.

Haystack Mountain State Park

Haystack Mountain State Park

Haystack Mountain State Park is home to a rugged dog-friendly hike that winds all the way up to a 34-foot high stone tower at the summit of Haystack Mountain in Torrington, CT. If you don't fancy the hike, there's a road that leads to the top as well. Leashed pups are welcome in the picnic areas and on all of the hiking trails at this popular state park.

Mount Riga State Park

Mount Riga State Park

Dogs are welcome at Mount Riga State Park in Salisbury, CT, home to the largest mountain in all of Connecticut, Bear Mountain. This pet-friendly park is popular among hikers and their dogs as it provides an easy access point the Appalachian Trail. From the stone pyramid at the top of the mountain, you can enjoy panoramic views of the valleys and peaks of New York, Massachussetts, and Connecticut in the surrounding area.

The Bookloft

Great Barrington, MA

The Bookloft has been selling books in Great Barrington, MA, since 1974. Well-behaved, leashed dogs are welcome to join you as you select new books to read. You can even pull up a chair and read a book to your favorite furry friend. The shop sells dog treats as well.

Macedonia Brook State Park

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.

John A. Minetto State Park

John A. Minetto State Park

Dogs are welcome at John A. Minetto State Park in Torrington, CT. This rolling, open land was previously known as Hall Meadow and contains a picturesque pond and a few pet-friendly trails for you and your leashed pup to enjoy. The park is open every day of the week from 8am until sunset.

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