Dog Friendly Activities in Oakland, NJ

There are 2 dog friendly activities in Oakland, and 248 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 Oakland.

Pet Friendly Ramapo Mountain State Forest
Ramapo Mountain State Forest Enjoy the great outdoors with your pet at the beautiful and pet-friendly Ramapo Mountain State Forest in Oakland, NJ. Pups are welcome as long as they remain on a leash. See Details
Pet Friendly Jill Schwertfeger Memorial Dog Park
Jill Schwertfeger Memorial Dog Park Jill Schwertfeger Memorial Dog Park is a members-only dog park in Oakland, NJ. This dog park is separated by size so that dogs are able to play safely with others their size. Proof of dog/s being licensed in your home municipality is required to complete your registration and receive a code for the gate. You can email a copy of your current dog license to the Recreation Department, or you can mail a copy to the Borough of Oakland, 1 Municipal Plaza, Oakland, NJ 07436, Attn:Oakland Dog Park. Please note that dogs must be at least 5 months old to visit the park, and must be spayed or neutered. See Details
Central Park No trip to New York, NY, with your dog, would be complete without a stroll through Central Park. Pets must remain on-leash in the park except during designated off-leash hours in 23 areas of the park. Off-leash hours are before 9:00 AM and after 9:00 PM. There are over 15 dog fountains throughout the park. Visit the website for specific information on dog-friendly areas. Make sure to always clean up after your pet. See Details
South Mountain Reservation South Mountain Reservation in West Orange, NJ is dog-friendly. This nature reserve coverers 2,112 acres in portions of Maplewood, Millburn and West Orange. The woodland park features a variety of hardwood trees, and tall hemlocks towering above streams, creeks and ponds. The west branch of the Rahway River flows through the valley, and a 25-foot waterfall at Hemlock Falls is a dramatic feature. It is also a Revolutionary War historic site. Leashed dogs are welcome on trails and the South Mountain Dog Park is located within the Reservation. See Details
Mills Reservation Bring Fido to explore the pet-friendly Mills Reservation in Cedar Grove, NJ. This 157-acre recreation area features trails of varying difficulty for different levels of dogs and hikers. Your leashed pup is welcome to join you, but please remember to clean up after him. See Details
Vernon Dog Park The Vernon Dog Park in Vernon, NJ occupies two acres of fenced grasslands. Visitors will find plenty of room for Fido to run and play, and shaded seating areas for pet owners. See Details
Seastreak Ferries Bring Fido for a trip with Seastreak Ferries in New York, NY! This pet-friendly company welcomes leashed pets on the outdoor decks and small pups in carries inside the vessel. Note that dogs are not permitted on any special event trip or the NJ/NYC service to Martha’s Vineyard/Nantucket. See Details
Fifth Hammer Brewing Company Fifth Hammer Brewing Company is a dog-friendly, 15-barrel brewery located in the heart of Long Island City, NY. Dogs are welcome to join their owners inside and out at the popular taproom. Dogs can refresh themselves with a bowl of water while humans try an IPA or another interesting brew. See Details
New Jersey Beer Company New Jersey Beer Company is a dog-friendly brewery in New Bergen, NJ. Leashed dogs are welcome both inside and outside the taproom. They brew a variety of beers such as pale ales, stouts, pilsners, golden ale, wee heavy, saison, and Hefeweizen, as well as seasonal specials. See Details
Warwick Drive-In Theater Warwick Drive-In Theater in Warwick, NY, is dog friendly. Three giant screens show the latest movies at this seasonal theater. There is ample grassy space to walk your leashed pet before or after a film. Please note that the ticket booth and concession stand only accept cash. See Details
Jemmy's Dog Run at Madison Square Park Jemmy's Dog Run is a popular NYC dog recreation space in Madison Square Park. Double-entry/exit gates help ensure your dog's safety when anyone enters or leaves the park. Water is available for dogs during the late spring, summer, and early fall, but bring your own, just in case. Plenty of seating and shade are available. Ensure Fido is leashed until inside the designated off-leash area. See Details
Harriman State Park Fido is welcome at the dog-friendly Harriman State Park in Ramapo, NY. Your furry hiking partner must always be on a leash no longer than 6 feet and display their rabies vaccination tag. Dogs are prohibited in buildings, beach/bathing areas, Beaver Pond Campground, Welch Beach or Sebago Cabins. See Details
Dog Park at Central Park of Morris County Take your canine companion to the dog park at Central Park of Morris County to run and play in the fresh air. This five-acre dog park in Morris Plains, NJ features separate areas for small and large dogs, benches and bag dispensers. Water is not currently available on site. The dog park is closed Thursday mornings until 12:00 PM for maintenance. See Details
Z-Travel & Leisure Tours If you want to learn more about NYC, take a dog-friendly tour with Art and Susan Zuckerman of Z-Travel and Leisure Tours. They offer 80 different types of tours, including neighborhood tours, themed tours, ethnic tours, food tours, water tours and a chocolate tours. All can be adapted for guests traveling with dogs; just be sure to mention you will be bringing Fido when you call to schedule a time. See Details
Dog Park at Dudley C. Allen Park Bring Fido to blow off some steam at the dog park at Dudley C. Allen Park in Leonia, NJ. This off-leash pup recreation area features an awning for shade, water access for pups and picnic tables for humans. See Details
Dog Park at James J. Braddock Park Pets love the off-leash fun at the fenced dog park at James J. Braddock Park in North Bergen, NJ. This dog recreation area includes separate runs for different-sized pets, benches, water bowls, running water, donated toys and waste bags. See Details
Dog Park at Goffle Brook Park The dog park at Goffle Brook Park in Hawthorne, NJ allows pups the opportunity to run off leash in a safe and contained area, and their owners the chance to relax and enjoy some quality time with their dogs. See Details
Franklin Lakes Nature Preserve Explore the pet-friendly Franklin Lakes Nature Preserve in Franklin Lakes, NJ. Leashed dogs are welcome to join you to explore the various trails at this recreation area, but please remember to clean up after them. See Details
Nash Park Dog Area Located inside Nash Park, the Nash Park Dog Area in Clifton, NJ, offers plenty of green space for pups to play and socialize. See Details
Saddle River County Park Bike Path The Saddle River County Park Bike Path is a multi-use trail that's a great place to walk Fido in Rochelle Park! The map below shows a parking area with convenient access to the Saddle River County Park Bike Path. 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
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