Dog Friendly Activities in Essex, MD

There’s 1 dog friendly activity in Essex, and 77 more nearby. 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 Essex.

Pet Friendly Hart-Miller Island State Park
Hart-Miller Island State Park Accessible by personal boat or watercraft only, Hart-Miller Island State Park is a dog-friendly destination in Essex, MD. You can bring Fido with you to enjoy the 1,100-acre island on Chesapeake Bay near the mouth of Middle River. Moor your boat on the west side of the island, where you'll discover a 3,000-foot sandy beach. Dogs are welcome on leash under six feet, as long as owners clean up any mess that they leave behind. See Details
Pet Friendly Cruises on the Bay by Watermark Baltimore
Cruises on the Bay by Watermark Baltimore Cruise with your four-legged friend aboard a dog-friendly yacht in Baltimore, MD with Cruises on the Bay by Watermark Baltimore. Friendly, leashed dogs are welcome on most public cruises, except for special events, including extended cruises, live music cruises, City Lights Cruise, fireworks cruises, and Blue Angels & Thunderbirds cruises. Fees vary by person and tour, but Fido rides for free. See Details
Cylburn Arboretum If you love your flowers & gardens and you love Fido, this is the place for you. Pet-friendly Cylburn Arboretum in Baltimore, MD has 207 acres of walking trails, grass pastures, many gardens, a mini museum and a greenhouse. Leashed dogs are welcome throughout the arboretum. Humans must clean up after their canine companions. See Details
Bengie's Drive-In Theatre Bengie's Drive-In Theatre is a dog-friendly outdoor cinema in Middle River, MD. Your canine companion is welcome to join you for a movie night showing two feature films on Fridays and Saturdays. Pets must be leashed, never left unattended and cleaned up after. Bring a water bowl for Fido. The snack bar offers snacks, treats, and souvenirs, and outside food and drinks are only allowed with a permit. The box office accepts only cash, but the snack bar accepts Visa and MasterCard. See Details
Dog Beach at Downs Park Bring Fido for an afternoon of fun at the dog beach at Downs Park in Pasadena, MD. Located off the perimeter trail, this pet-friendly beach is a fantastic place for new dogs to learn to swim and for veteran canine swimmers. Once you and your dog are done splashing in the water, leash your pup up for a walk on more than 5 miles of trails through the park. See Details
Cromwell Valley Park Cromwell Valley Park is a 380-acre natural area in Parkville, MD. This pet-friendly park is comprised of pasture, cultivated gardens, open fields, woods, hedgerows, orchards and wooded piedmont hills. The diversity of this habitat makes it an excellent area for wildlife, which you can view while walking along any of the seven hiking trails throughout the park. Please note that dogs must be leashed at all times. See Details
Federal Hill Park Take your leashed pet for a walk at Federal Hill Park in Baltimore, MD. This pet-friendly historic park features park bench seating, picnic areas, a playground and basketball court. Enjoy breathtaking views with Fido at this conveniently-located downtown green space. See Details
Dog Park at Broadneck Park The dog park at Broadneck Park in Annapolis, MD features separate small and large dog areas with a double-gated entry so no dogs can sneak out. There is a fresh water source nearby and water dishes/buckets are provided. There are also bathrooms close by and trails to walk leashed dogs. Bring your own waste bags and remember to clean up after your pets. See Details
Gunpowder Falls State Park One of Maryland's largest state parks, Gunpowder Falls State Park is dog friendly. Located in Middle River, MD on over 18,000 acres, this scenic park contains tidal wetlands and steep, rugged slopes. It features more than 120 miles of multi-use trails, protected state wildlands, historic sites and more. Leashed pets are welcome in all undeveloped areas, the Dundee Creek Marina area, and in the Hammerman area, except for the sandy portion of the swimming beach from Memorial Day Weekend until after Labor Day. See Details
Bark Social Bark Social is the first social club for dogs and dog lovers in Baltimore, MD. You can relax, enjoy a great beverage, and treat everyday like it’s a block party with pups! The Baltimore location is in the Canton neighborhood right off Boston St and the club itself includes over 15,000-sq ft where Bark Rangers patrol and supervise play and cleanup. They also have a climate-controlled clubhouse, equipped with TVs for game day, free WiFi, 20+ beers on tap, and a retail shop, Frankie's House, where you can purchase swag, treats, toys and more. Guest day passes and monthly passes are available for purchase or join the club and get access to over $1,500 in perks and discounts! See Details
AleCraft Brewery AleCraft Brewery is a pet-friendly microbrewery in Bel Air, MD. Leashed dogs are welcome to relax at a table with you inside their tap room or on the outdoor patio. This local brewery promotes home brewing as well as serving up a nice selection of ten different beers on tap. Food delivery is available from neighboring Bird's Nest BBQ. See Details
Locust Point Dog Park at Latrobe Park Pets can enjoy some off-leash exercise at Locust Point Dog Park, located at Latrobe Park in Baltimore, MD. This fully-fenced park features artificial turf, trees, rock outcroppings and a water slide for thrill-loving pups. While there are not separate areas for small and large dogs, the park is reserved for small and senior dogs every day from 9am to 10am and 3pm to 4pm. Please remember to clean up after your pets. See Details
Broadneck Park Bring Fido for a visit to pet-friendly Broadneck Park in Annapolis, MD. This community park features a walking trail, baseball fields, a picnic area, playground and restrooms. Leashed dogs are welcome to enjoy a stroll with you, and there is also an on-site dog park. See Details
Howard's Park Dog Park Located in the historic Mount Vernon & Seton Hill neighborhoods of Baltimore, MD, Howard's Park Dog Park features separate areas for large and small dogs. The community is required to clean, organize and maintain the dog park. See Details
Harley-Davidson of Baltimore Leashed dogs are welcome to shop with you at the pet-friendly Harley-Davidson of Baltimore in Maryland. Check out their selection of motorcycles and browse their accessories and apparel for something to wear on your next adventure with Fido. See Details
Baltimore Ghost Tours Bring Fido along as you explore some of Baltimore's most spirited haunts with pet-friendly Baltimore Ghost Tours in Maryland. Enjoy the Original Fells Point GhostWalk or the Mount Vernon GhostWalk while your costumed guide (a community actor) tells you all the rumors, lore and ghostly history about the tour area. Pets must be leashed and well behaved while on the tour. See Details
Marshy Point Nature Center Marshy Point Nature Center is a pet-friendly attraction in Baltimore, MD. This nature center is located along the Dundee and Saltpeter Creeks and features hiking trails and year round activities and events. Leashed dogs are welcome on the trails, as long as owners pick up after them. See Details
B&A Trail The B&A 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 Millersville! The map below shows a parking area with convenient access to the B&A 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
MA & PA Heritage Trail The MA & PA Heritage 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 Bel Air! The map below shows a parking area with convenient access to the MA & PA Heritage 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
Double Rock Park Leashed pets are welcome to join their humans at Double Rock Park in Parkville, MD. This pet-friendly destination features walking trails through the woods, a covered picnic area and a playground. Please remember to clean up after your pets during your visit. See Details
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