Dog Friendly Activities in Laconia, NH

There are 4 dog friendly activities in Laconia, and 37 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 Laconia.

Pet Friendly Ahern State Park
Ahern State Park 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. See Details
Pet Friendly Lezama Family Happy Tails Dog Park
Lezama Family Happy Tails Dog Park Bring Fido to play at Lezama Family Happy Tails Dog Park in Laconia, NH. This public off-leash area has three dog pens to accommodate all dogs: large, small and puppies. The park has numerous waste stations and benches for humans to enjoy while their pups socialize. See Details
WOW Trail WOW Trail is pet-friendly. This paved, multi-use rail trail in the City of Laconia is enjoyed by bikers, dog walkers and runners of all ages. Located alongside the active tracks currently leased to the Winnipesaukee Scenic Railroad, the trail currently spans from Elm Street in Lakeport to downtown Laconia and then on to the Belmont town line where it meets with Belmont’s Winnisquam Scenic Trail. Currently, the trail spans 4.25 miles, but there are plans for expansion. The WOW Trail has become a point of pride for the City of Laconia and is always full of people having fun and enjoying the sights of the city. See Details
Weirs Drive-In Theater Bring Fido along for movie night at the dog-friendly Weirs Drive-In Theater in Laconia, NH. This seasonal drive-in has four screens and a snack bar. Well-behaved dogs are welcome to join you in your car while you watch, but need to be leashed while walking around the property. See Details
Dam Brewhouse The Dam Brewhouse in Campton, NH, is pet-friendly inside and outdoors. Most of the beers on tap are gluten-free and delicious. The owners help to bring the community together. Their small tasting room and beer garden are perfect for meeting an old friend or some new ones. See Details
Experience Squam Private Boating Excursions 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. Seasonally operated. See Details
The Nicolas J Pernokas Recreation Park Bring Fido to explore the pet-friendly Nicolas J Pernokas Recreation Park in Wolfeboro, NH. This community park features an off-leash dog park, a playground, a pavilion, softball fields, soccer fields, walking paths and more. See Details
Gunstock Mountain Resort Gunstock Mountain Resort is a pet-friendly destination in Gilford, NH. They have been a popular destination for winter fun since 1937. Generations of outdoor enthusiasts have been visiting the mountain to cut loose and get reacquainted with nature. Hit the mountains to go skijoring with your furry friend or the trails in the summertime. Click here to find a nearby dog-friendly stay in Gilford, NH. See Details
Mount Major Brook & Boulder Trailheads Mount Major in Alton, NH with a summit of 1,786 feet, offers hiking trails with spectacular views of Lake Winnipesaukee. You and Fido can enjoy multiple trails with round trip hikes totaling 3 to 3.9 miles. Be aware that the upper ledges are steep and dangerous in wet or icy conditions. The Brook Trail is a good alternative route. Mount Major is a carry in-carry out location. Please clean up after your pets. See Details
Winnipesaukee River Trail 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. See Details
Hobby Lobby 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. See Details
JOANN Fabric and Crafts Crafty pups will be right at home at the dog-friendly JOANN Fabric and Crafts in Belmont, NH. Leashed or carried dogs are welcome to shop for fabric and craft supplies with you. The team just asks that you please do not allow Fido on the fabric cutting counters. See Details
Cotton Valley Rail-Trail The Cotton 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 Wolfeboro! The map below shows a parking area with convenient access to the Cotton 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. See Details
Oak Hill Trails 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. See Details
Tamworth Distilling & Mercantile Tamworth Distilling & Mercantile is a dog-friendly distillery in Tamworth, NH where Fido is welcome to join you for a riverside tasting at their outdoor tasting area. This small batch distillery specializes in making 'farm to bottle' spirits. Business hours change seasonally so please check their website before you visit. See Details
Hannah Duston Memorial Historic Site 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. See Details
Common Man Company Store The Common Man Company Store is an adorable pet-friendly country store across the street from the Common Man restaurant in Ashland, NH. Leashed dogs are welcome to join you to browse their selection of candy, mugs and drinkware, apparel and other trinkets. See Details
Guinea Pond and Flat Mountain Trails The Guinea Pond and Flat Mountain Trails 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 Center Sandwich! The map below shows a parking area with convenient access to the Guinea Pond and Flat Mountain Trails. 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
Osborne's Agway Winnisquam Leashed dogs are welcome to visit Osborne's Agway Winnisquam in Belmont, NH. This pet-friendly store offers a wide variety of products for your pets, home, garden and backyard farm. See Details
EKAL Activity Center 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. See Details
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