Dog-Friendly Activities in Granby, CT

Enders State Forest in Granby is a dog-friendly recreational area in Granby, CT. This diverse forest spreads out over Granby and across to the nearby Barkamsted area, offering wetlands and waterfalls galore. Fido is welcome to join you in the picnic areas and on the hiking trails of this forest.

Granby Dog Park is a recreational area in Granby, CT. Fido will love to play off-leash in this large, fenced dog park with shade trees, picnic tables and its own fire hydrant. Dog owners are reminded to clean up any mess that is left behind. Water and water bowls are available April through October.

Well-behaved, leashed pups are welcome outside on the patio and surrounding areas at Clark Farms at Bushy Hill Orchard in Granby, CT. This pet-friendly attraction features a farm-to-table cafe, bakery, ice cream, fresh produce, and house-made hard cider. Please note that dogs aren’t permitted on the tractor or inside the cafe. The tractor ride is necessary to get to the orchard, so keep this in mind if picking apples.

Promenade Shops at Evergreen Walk in Windsor, CT, has many stores that welcome dogs to join you inside. The dog-friendly stores include Anthropologie, Appleseed’s, Brighton Collectibles, Brookstone, Destination Maternity, Eddie Bauer, Francesca’s Collections, Gap, J.Crew, J. Jill, Kirkland’s Home, Lady Foot Locker, Leaps & Bones, L’Occitane, New Balance, Papyrus, Pottery Barn, Shoe Explosion, Soft Surroundings, Talbots, Ann Taylor Loft, Banana Republic, Chico’s, Clarks, Coldwater Creek, Country Curtains, GapKids, Green Tangerine Spa & Salon, Sparkle and White House | Black Market.

South Hadley Dog Park welcomes your pooch to play off-leash in a 2-acre fenced park in South Hadley, MA. The space is divided into a small and large dog side. Inside the park, you'll find a water fountain, trash cans and benches. Dog owners are reminded to clean up after pups. South Hadley Dog Park is open every day of the week from dawn until dusk.

Hoppers Birge Pond is a pet-friendly recreational area in Bristol, CT. Dogs are welcome on-leash at this facility. It includes a large, unfenced, open meadow crisscrossed with trails. In addition, you'll find over 2 miles of hiking trails through wooded areas.

Leashed dogs are welcome to explore Wickham Park in Manchester, CT, except in the aviary, sensory garden and playground areas. This scenic pet-friendly park features beautifully landscaped grounds, themed gardens and plenty of open space for a relaxing stroll. A small cash-only entrance fee applies, making it a worthwhile destination for families and their four-legged companions.

Pups can play off-leash at Agawam Dog Park in Agawam, MA. This spacious, fenced dog park offers a separate section for small dogs (under 25 lbs), agility equipment, shade, benches and a canine and human water fountain.

East Windsor Dog Park is a recreational area in Broad Brook, CT. Providing a fun, safe, and friendly environment for dogs in the East Windsor area, East Windsor Dog Park offers a one-acre grass park with separate areas for small and large dogs. It is suggested that dog owners bring water with them as there is no water onsite. The park closes mid-winter and reopens in the spring.

Fido can exercise and socialize at Paw Meadow Dog Park in Simsbury, CT. This park allows Fido to run off the leash and features a separate small dog area for pups under 25 lbs. There are also many pet-friendly trails surrounding the park for a walk or hike.

Fido is welcome inside the taproom and on the dog-friendly patio (weather permitting) outside of Alvarium Beer Company, first craft brewery and taproom to open in over 70 years in New Britain, CT. Enjoy patio games and shuffleboard while trying a variety of craft brews. Visit their website for a schedule of visiting food trucks. Please be sure Fido is leashed and does not bark excessively while in the taproom.

The Farmington River 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 Farmington! The map below shows a parking area with convenient access to the Farmington River 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.

The Stratton Brook State Park 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 Simsbury! The map below shows a parking area with convenient access to the Stratton Brook State Park 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.

Leashed dogs are allowed to join their humans at Chicopee Memorial State Park in Chicopee, MA. This 562-acre pet-friendly park offers a large pond where you and Fido can swim and fish, as well as trails for hiking, cycling and cross-country skiing.

Glastonbury Dog Park is a recreational area in Glastonbury, CT. The park features a fenced-in area where dogs can run and socialize off leash. The park also has separate areas for large and small dogs, benches, waste stations, water stations and more.

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.

Enfield Dog Park in Enfield, CT, is a fully-fenced park with separate areas for large and small dogs, benches for the humans, and water for the pups. Just make sure Fido has his town license and his current vaccinations.

Bring Fido to the pet-friendly Rainbow Reservoir Boat Launch in Windsor, CT where your pup can splash and play on the bank and in the water.

Bring Fido on a leash to Auerfarm State Park Scenic Reserve, a dog-friendly, 40-acre area in Bloomfield, Connecticut. The park offers great hiking trails. Please keep your pup on a leash no longer than 6 feet in length.

Leashed dogs are welcome to walk on the pet-friendly Mittineague Park Hiking Trails in West Springfield, MA. Enjoy a variety of scenic paths along the Westfield River, including the Meadow Trail and Tatum Falls Trail.