Dog Friendly Activities in Lowell, MA

There are 7 dog friendly activities in Lowell. 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 Lowell.

Pet Friendly Navigation Brewing Company
Navigation Brewing Company Leashed dogs are welcome to join their owners in the taproom at Navigation Brewing Company in Lowell, MA. This pet-friendly brewery serves a variety of rotating craft beers made on site, and they frequently feature live music acts and food trucks. Please note that pooches aren't allowed in the hallways during taproom hours and must be on a non-retractable leash. See Details
Pet Friendly Mill No. 5
Mill No. 5 Bring Fido to Mill No. 5, an "indoor streetscape of salvaged storefronts" in the historic district of Lowell, MA, featuring dog-friendly independent shops selling books, records and locally-made products. You'll also find coffee shops, a movie theater, a farmers market, and various events and happenings. Pups are welcome but must be leashed and well-behaved. See Details
Western Avenue Leashed pups are welcome at Western Avenue, a pet-friendly art studio in Lowell, MA. Known as the creative soul of the city, this repurposed mill building is home to more than 350 artists who work in all disciplines, styles and media. See Details
Merrimack Ales Merrimack Ales is a dog-friendly brewery in Lowell, MA. Fido is welcome to join you inside the taproom as you imbibe one of the many brews on tap. Grab a bite from a food truck (consult the calendar on their website) or feel free to bring your own food. Visit on Thursdays to test your knowledge with Taproom Trivia. See Details
Lowell-Dracut-Tyngsborough State Forest Leashed dogs are welcome at Lowell-Dracut-Tyngsborough State Forest in Lowell, MA. This pet-friendly park spreads out over three towns, sprawling over 1000-acres of land in total. You and Fido can explore the area on the six miles of trails. There are also a number of ponds, swamps and wetlands that are used for boating and fishing. See Details
Lowell Heritage State Park Lowell Heritage State Park is a dog-friendly space in Lowell, MA, where leashed pups can join their humans. The park offers 2-miles of waterfront along the Merrimack River, so boating and fishing are popular. There are also walking trails for you and Fido to explore and take in the scenic views. See Details
First St Playground (Centralville) Dog Park Fido can enjoy off-leash play at First St Playground (Centralville) Dog Park in Lowell, MA. See Details
deCordova Sculpture Park and Museum Get cultured alongside your four-legged friend at deCordova Sculpture Park and Museum in Lincoln, MA. Leashed dogs are welcome to explore the unusual pieces with you. This 30-acre, pet-friendly park is the largest of its kind in New England and is home to over 60 large-scale, modern, and contemporary sculptures. Exhibits are constantly changing, making each visit to the park unique. Admission fees apply but Fido is free to explore. See Details
Benson Park Benson Park is a dog-friendly attraction in Hudson, NH. Fido is welcome to join you as you explore various trails, go fishing, visit the 9/11 Memorial, or play at the dog park. Please ensure your furry friend remains leashed during your visit. See Details
Boston Public Garden Leashed dogs are welcome at Boston Public Garden, a famous, pet-friendly botanical garden in the center of Boston known for its swan boats, walking paths and sculptures. See Details
Canobie Lake Park Leashed dogs can join their owners for a stroll through Canobie Lake Park! Although dogs are not allowed inside buildings or on rides, they can wander around the park, looking at over one hundred rides, games, live shows, food and more. Operating hours vary by season. See Details
Middlesex Fells Reservation Leashed dogs are welcome at Middlesex Fells Reservation, a pet-friendly, 2,500-acre woodland park that ranges through multiple towns, including Medford, Malden and Stoneham, MA. You and Fido can explore a multitude of different trails and landscapes, including ponds, forests, streams and scenic views. There are even some off-leash areas that are clearly posted throughout the park. See Details
Maynard Dog Park Maynard Dog Park is a half-acre off-leash dog park for Fido in Maynard, MA. This dog park is completely fenced and has a double-gated entrance so your canine companion can play and run safely. Trees provide shade and there is a canine water fountain available during the warmer months. See Details
Great Brook Farm State Park Great Brook Farm State Park is a pet-friendly park in Carlisle, MA. Leashed dogs can join their humans in exploring the 20 miles of trails together. The trails are popular for cross-country skiing in the winter. There is also a working dairy farm, complete with resident farm animals, on the property. See Details
Jean B. Waldstein Playground Off-Leash Area Dog-friendly Jean B. Waldstein Playground in Brookline, MA, allows Fido to play off-leash each day between dawn and 9:00 AM. Your canine companion can exercise and socialize with friends on or off a leash in the large open field. This open area is not enclosed so pets should be supervised. Family-friendly Jean B. Waldstein Playground also has basketball courts and softball fields, picnic tables, a playground, restrooms, walking paths, and a splash pad. See Details
Mighty Squirrel Brewing Co. Mighty Squirrel Brewing Co. in Waltham, MA is a brewery with pet-friendly seating outside. Although Mighty Squirrel doesn't have a kitchen, they host a rotating list of food trucks, with multiple eateries on wheels on site during the weekends. Check out their website for upcoming events and live music. See Details
Boston Common Leashed dogs are welcome to join you at Boston Common, a pet-friendly recreation space in Boston, MA. Enjoy the beautiful walking trails, monuments and shady picnic spaces throughout the year at this popular city park. See Details
Doe Orchards Leashed dogs can join you at Doe Orchards, a pet-friendly, you-pick orchard in Harvard, MA, with 25 acres of apples, 2 acres of blueberries and raspberries, and 10 acres of cut-your-own Christmas trees. The Doe Orchard Stand offers pre-picked peaches, apples, blueberries, raspberries, pumpkins and gourds in the respective seasons. Please check their website for opening dates each season. See Details
Drew Farm Leashed dogs are welcome at Drew Farm, a pet-friendly orchard in Westford, MA, where you and Fido can pick-your-own apples, pumpkins and more depending on the season. The orchard tends to open for the season in September, but it is recommended to check their website to be sure they are open and verify which produce is ready to be picked. Please be sure to bring waste bags to clean up after your pup throughout your visit (you may be asked to show a staff member that you are prepared with waste bags as you enter the orchard). See Details
Ayer Community Dog Park Fido can play off-leash at Ayer Community Dog Park in Ayer, MA. This fenced dog park offers a separate section for pups under 35 lbs, water fountains (seasonally available), benches and waste receptacles. Please be aware that the few trees at this dog park do not provide much shade. See Details
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