Dog-Friendly Activities in Hill, NH

Book an exciting dog-friendly adventure with Fido through Experience Squam Private Boating Excursions in Holderness, NH. Your guide will cater to your boating interests and ensure you and your canine companion have a wonderful trip on the water. Boating excursions are seasonally operated.

Ahern State Park is a dog-friendly site in Laconia, NH. This 128-acre park is home to 3,500 feet of shoreline on Lake Winnisquam. Pets are permitted in the park but only on the trails. Make sure you clean up any mess your pup leaves behind, and they must be on a leash under six feet for their stay.

Quincy Bog Natural Area is private land in Rumney, NH, with dog-friendly walking trails. Visitors must stay on trails and pick up any dog waste. The nature trails begin at the Nature Center and are mostly flat. You'll find causeways, boardwalks and bridges, most without handrails, that go over any wetlands.

Bring Fido along as you shop for seasonal crafts at Hobby Lobby, a dog-friendly chain store with a location in Tilton, NH. Leashed and well-behaved dogs are welcome. Hobby Lobby sells fabric, ornaments, paints, decorations, cushions, photo frames and beautiful pieces for your home. Items within the aisles might be delicate or breakable, so keep Fido close to you when browsing.

Franklin Falls Dam in Franklin, NH, offers a muti-use, dog-friendly trail network along the Pemigewasset River. Leashed dogs welcome on no longer than 6' leash. Developed recreation sites are located at the dam, Shaw Cove and Profile Falls. In the winter, visitors can enjoy snowshoeing and cross-country skiing.

The Winnipesaukee 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 Tilton! The map below shows a parking area with convenient access to the Winnipesaukee 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.

Leashed dogs are welcome to join their owners on the pet-friendly Contoocook River Park Trails in Concord, NH. This network of four easy trails features flat terrain, river views, wildflowers, and occasional wildlife sightings. Free parking is available at the trailhead. Bring bug spray and clean up after your pup.

Dogs are welcome to join their owners at the EKAL Activity Center located inside Mills Falls Marketplace in Meredith, NH. Their kayaks and canoes are pet-friendly, so Fido can join in the fun on the water around Meredith Bay. The fee for canoes and solo kayak rentals is $35 per hour, $45 for a half day, and $65 for a full day. Double kayaks are $55 per hour, $65 for a half day, and $85 for a full day. Unfortunately, the SUP rentals do not permit dogs on board.

Dogs are welcome to join their owners at the pet-friendly Cardigan Mountain State Park in Orange, NH. This hiking hotspot is great for dogs who love to explore mountainous terrain and wonderful views. The park is 5,655 acres in total, with lovely panoramic views of Mount Monadnock, the White Mountains, Camel's Hump in Vermont and Pleasant Mountain in Maine. Dogs must be on a leash under six feet during their visit and all mess should be cleaned up after them.

Sculptured Rocks Natural Area is a dog-friendly recreation area in Hebron, NH. This park spans 272 acres, incorporating a canyon carved by the Cockermouth River on its way to Newfound Lake. Dogs are welcome on a leash under six feet, as long as all mess is cleaned up after them.

The pet-friendly Oak Hill Trails in Concord, NH, welcome Fido to join you for a hike through the forests of the Merrimack Region. The Tower Trail offers a 3.8-mile out & back route with an elevation gain of 570 feet, and the Tower & Loop Trail is a 5-mile loop with an elevation gain of 770 feet. At the summit you'll find the Oak Hill Fire Tower and a picnic table.

Tanger Outlets is a dog-friendly, open-air shopping mall with a location in Tilton, NH, offering a variety of brand-name and designer stores. Your leashed furry friend is welcome to join in outdoor areas. While the grounds are pet friendly, please note that not all stores welcome dogs, so guests are encouraged to check directly with businesses before entering with Fido.

The Northern 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 Canaan! The map below shows a parking area with convenient access to the Northern 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.

Quincy Pasture Forest is a pet-friendly recreation area in Rumney, NH. This 92-acre forest is part of the Quincy Bog Natural Area where dogs under control are welcome to explore two loop trails with you. The Lower Loop offers a moderately strenuous hike and the Upper Loop offers a steeper, more rugged hike. Please note that there are no restrooms or drinking water.

Dog-friendly Old Bridle Path at West Rattlesnake Mountain in Holderness, NH, welcomes Fido to join you for a hike through forests of oak and pine trees with rocky outcroppings. The trail corridor and surrounding land is owned by the University of New Hampshire as a resource for education and research. This popular path receives significant foot traffic due to its short round-trip distance of 1.8 miles and spectacular views of Squam Lake.

Visit the dog-friendly Mt. Sunapee State Park in Newbury, NH. You and your pup are welcome to explore sections of the Sunapee-Ragged-Kearsarge Greenway, a 75-mile trail that runs through the park and leads to stunning views of the area. Dogs must remain leashed and aren't permitted at the beach, ski area during winter operations, or the arts and crafts festival at any time.

Bring Fido to the dog-friendly Winslow State Park, located on the northwest slope of Mt. Kearsarge in Wilmot, NH. Stop for a picnic with your pooch on the 1,820-foot plateau with outstanding views of the White Mountains to the north and central Vermont peaks. You'll also be able to get up close and personal with the nearby Mt. Sunapee, Ragged Mountain and Pleasant Lake. Dogs are welcome on the one-mile foot trail that leads from the picnic area to the summit of Mt. Kearsarge. There are other trails available too. Please keep your pup leashed at all times and remember to clean up after him.

Bring Fido with you to enjoy the lovely outdoor area at the pet-friendly Rollins State Park in Warner, NH. The picnic area, located in a natural wooded glen beneath granite ledges, is historically referred to as the Garden. Sit down with a nice picnic lunch and a treat for your pup and admire the views over Mt. Monadnock to the hills of New Hampshire's coastal plain. There's also a dog-friendly trail from the picnic area that leads to the summit of Mr. Kearsage for you and Fido to explore. Pups must be leashed at all times, and remember to pick up after them.

Visit the pet-friendly Hannah Duston Memorial Historic Site, located on a small island at the confluence of the Contoocook and Merrimack Rivers in Boscawen, NH. This statue erected in 1874 commemorates the escape of Hannah Duston, who was captured in 1697 in Haverhill, Massachusetts during the French and Indian War. Pups are welcome to join you but must remain on a leash and be cleaned up after.

Waukewan Highlands Community Park offers pet-friendly multi-use trails on a 190-acre forest in Meredith, NH. Hike with your leashed pup on a 0.4-mile White Trail, 0.6-mile Red Trail, 1-mile Yellow Trail and a more challenging 1.1-mile Blue Trail. Enjoy crossing wooden bridges and taking in lake views with Fido by your side.