Dog-Friendly Activities in Northford, CT

Furry companions are welcome to explore and socialize off leash at the North Branford Dog Park in Northford, CT. This fenced recreation space features a large open area for dogs of all sizes to play while owners watch from benches.

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Sleeping Giant State Park

Hamden, CT

Sleeping Giant State Park

Sleeping Giant State Park is a dog-friendly area in Hamden, CT. Despite the name, this park is popular among hikers and people looking for a picturesque place to have a picnic. The name actually comes from the mountaintops resembling the image of a giant having a nap. You can wander the uneven ridges on one of the many hiking trails with Fido as long as he is on a leash.

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Giuffrida Park

Meriden, CT

Giuffrida Park

Giuffrida Park is a dog-friendly outdoor recreation area in Meriden, CT. Leashed dogs are welcome to join you one of the six trails that range from easy to difficult. Stroll along the reservoir, picturesque meadows, and take in the beauty of your surroundings from the top of Lamentation Mountain and Chauncey Peak.

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No Worries Brewing Company

Hamden, CT

No Worries Brewing Company

No Worries Brewing Company is a dog-friendly brewery in Hamden, CT. Leashed dogs are welcome in the taproom and at outdoor tables. Hoppy, light, dark, and sour beers are on tap. Light snacks are available for purchase. You can also bring your own food or buy grub from a visiting food truck.

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Lavender Pond Farm

Killingworth, CT

Lavender Pond Farm

Leashed dogs are welcome to tour Lavender Pond Farm with you in Killingworth, CT. Enjoy strolling through the lavender fields, shopping in the store and riding the LPF Express at this pet-friendly attraction. There is also corn hole, chess and plenty of spots to sit and relax. Please clean up after your pets on the farm!

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Tribus Beer Co.

Milford, CT

Tribus Beer Co.

Dogs are welcome to join their owners at Tribus Brewing Co in Milford, CT. The first brewery and taproom to come to the town, Tribus offers up a wide selection of flavorsome beers brewed on the premises. Their beer list includes sour IPA, IPA, porters, stouts, and more. Your pooch can join you outside in the biergarten.

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Books & Company

North Haven, CT

Books & Company

Leashed dogs can join you on a visit to Books & Company, a pet-friendly bookstore in North Haven, CT. They offer "new to you" used books, greeting cards, unusual gifts, locally-made crafts and more. While the new space isn’t large enough for a coffee bar, you’re welcome to bring your own coffee and treats—along with your pup.

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Farm River State Park

East Haven, CT

Farm River State Park

Leashed dogs are welcome at Farm River State Park, a pet-friendly natural space in East Haven, CT. This park is home to 16.5 miles of the scenic Farm River, which flows through the center of the park, as well as trails and meadows to explore with Fido.

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Walk by Faith Doggie Bakery & Cromwell Country Store

Cromwell, CT

Walk by Faith Doggie Bakery & Cromwell Country Store

The pet-friendly Walk by Faith Doggie Bakery & Cromwell Country Store in Cromwell, CT, welcomes Fido inside to shop alongside you. Your pup will love the smells from their on-site bakery and can watch his homemade, all-natural treats being baked right in front of him! The other half of the business features Cromwell Country Store offering human goodies and gifts.

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Peterson Park & Mattatuck Trail

Wolcott, CT

Peterson Park & Mattatuck Trail

Leashed dogs are welcome at Peterson Park in Wolcott, CT. This small family park offers a paved, pet-friendly walking trail around the park. It also serves as the entrance to the Mattatuck Trail, a beautiful wooded trail that spans many miles across numerous towns. The entrance to the trail is located behind the skate park.

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Naugatuck Dog Park

Naugatuck, CT

Naugatuck Dog Park

Naugatuck Dog Park is a recreational area in Naugatuck, CT. This 3-acre fenced-in park allows dogs to play off leash and features separate areas for large and small pups. There are several picnic tables and plenty of walking trails.

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Racebrook Tract

Orange, CT

Racebrook Tract

Leashed dogs are welcome at Racebrook Tract, a pet-friendly hiking area in Orange, CT. There are four blazed trails that weave through mostly level forest, including an accessible paved trail that leads to a boardwalk over the wetlands. Please remember to clean up after Fido.

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Alvarium Beer Co.

New Britain, CT

Alvarium Beer Co.

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.

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Witchdoctor Brewing Company

Southington, CT

Witchdoctor Brewing Company

Witchdoctor Brewing Company is a dog-friendly brewery in Southington, CT. Fido is welcome to join you inside or at an outdoor table. They serve pints and mugs in-house, while growlers and cans are available to take home. Patrons can admire the handiwork of local artisans and listen to live music (on specified nights) as they sip their favorite beer. Their slogan, “The Cure for What Ales You," is a testament to the hard work they put into preparing, or curing, their beer so that they can bring it fresh to your taste buds.

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Jared's Dog Park

Stratford, CT

Jared's Dog Park

Jared's Dog Park is an off-leash park located within Roosevelt Forest which is accessible to Stratford, CT residents only. The park has a separate area for small dogs, and beautiful trees and large boulders for inquisitive pups of all sizes to investigate. Features also include fountains, comfortable benches for humans, pet waste stations, and agility obstacles. A supply of tennis balls and frisbees is usually available. Jared's Dog Park is open to Stratford residents.

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Rockwell Park

Bristol, CT

Rockwell Park

Check out the pet-friendly Rockwell Park in Bristol, CT. Fido is welcome to join you in exploring this 8-acre recreation area featuring the B.A.R.K Park Off-Leash Dog Park, hiking trails, a river and picnic areas. Your pup must be leashed when not in the dog park.

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Valor Wines

North Haven, CT

Valor Wines

Furry friends of North Haven, CT are invited to join their owners at Valor Wines. This pet-friendly micro winery offers outdoor seating where visitors can relax while sipping wine, sangria, cider, or soda with cheese, crackers and small snacks. Dogs must be well-behaved and leashed, and Valor Wines encourages pups to remain home during events.

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Hammonasset Beach State Park

Madison, CT

Hammonasset Beach State Park

Fido is welcome to enjoy the pet-friendly beach on a leash from September 30th to April 1st at Hammonasset State Park in Madison, CT. Visitors with pets on the beach outside of those dates are subject to fines if caught. Leashed dogs can join you in picnic areas year-round, and pups are also welcome in the campground after Columbus Day until May 1st.

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Savin Rock Trail

West Haven, CT

Savin Rock Trail

Leashed dogs can join you on a walk along Savin Rock Trail, a scenic pet-friendly paved boardwalk along the beach in West Haven, CT. However, please note that dogs are not permitted on the beach and a resident parking pass is necessary to access convenient parking.

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Rocky Hill Dog Park

Rocky Hill, CT

Rocky Hill Dog Park

Fido can run and play off the leash at Rocky Hill Dog Park in Rocky Hill, CT. This park features small and large dog areas, running water (except in freezing temperatures) and benches. It is located within Elm Ridge park in a wooded area.

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