Dog-Friendly Activities in Pawtucket, RI

Working Man Distillers in Pawtucket, RI, is a proudly female veteran-owned, dog-friendly distillery offering exceptional spirits in a spacious tasting room. Guests can enjoy whiskey, socialize with friends and possibly meet Koby, the distillery dog. They also host private events and support local shelters, where Koby and their two cats were adopted.

Bring Fido to play and explore off leash at the Pawtucket Dog Park at Slater Memorial Park in Pawtucket, RI. This recreation space is located behind the Looff Carousel across from the duck pond. The dog park features enclosed areas for small and large pups, plus has running water. The grassy field was formerly home to the Slater Park Lawn Bowling Club.

Two and four-legged friends are invited to visit Blackstone River Valley National Historical Park in Pawtucket, RI. This dog-friendly recreation area welcomes leashed dogs to explore the grounds of Slater Mill, where they can even receive a BARK Ranger badge. Note that pets aren't allowed inside park buildings.

Foolproof Brewing Company is a dog-friendly taproom welcoming pups indoors and out in Pawtucket, RI. Guests can enjoy award-winning, hand-crafted beers designed for unique experiences. While there’s no food on site, visitors are encouraged to bring their own. The brewery also offers non-alcoholic local beverages alongside its beer selection. Please note that they have a resident cat who may say hello.

Walk your leashed dog in this park named after Samuel Slater, a famous American industrialist who constructed America's first water-powered textile mill in Pawtucket. The park is home to the historic Daggett House, Water Color Society and a dog park.

Goddard Memorial State Park in Warwick attracts thousands of visitors each year as Rhode Island’s most popular Metropolitan Park. This dog-friendly recreation area offers a beautiful natural environment with spacious lawns, fields, and forested areas with a variety of trees from all over the world, including 62 deciduous and 19 evergreen species. There are 18 miles of bridle trails, picnic tables, 11 game fields, and a performing arts center for weddings, concerts, picnics and special events. Leashed dogs are welcome on most trails.

Leashed dogs are welcome at Borderland State Park in Easton, MA. This pet-friendly park offers over 20-miles of hiking trails to explore and many ponds that water-loving canines will enjoy.

Bass Pro Shops is a pet-friendly outdoor adventure retail chain store with a location in Foxboro, MA. Leashed dogs are welcome to shop alongside you throughout the store. Browse their selection of hunting, fishing and outdoor gear, while Fido is sure to sniff out their pet section.

Lincoln Woods State Park in Lincoln, RI, is one of Blackstone Valley's great treasures. A short ride from Providence, Pawtucket, and Cumberland, it is a popular getaway for northeastern Rhode Islanders. Visitors can enjoy walking their leashed dogs with certification papers at this park in the day-use areas. Pets must be on a leash no longer than 6 feet, and are prohibited from all state bathing beaches from April 1st through September 30th.

The dog-friendly Compass Rose Beach is one of four public shores in the North Kingston, RI area that welcomes Fido. Leashed dogs may accompany their owners onto the sandy beach, where picnic benches are dotted alongside the nearby parking lot.

The Mendon Twin Drive-In is a pet-friendly attraction in Mendon, MA, that offers two screens for movies and has high-quality sound. Dogs are allowed in vehicles, but must be supervised and under your control at all times. Fido can join you outside your vehicle on a leash, but will not be permitted to enter Judi's Snack Bar or Pop's Beer Garden. The theater asks that you provide your own food and water bowls for Fido. Cash and credit cards are accepted for tickets, food, and beverages.

Escobar Farm is a pet-friendly seasonal attraction in Portsmouth, RI. Well-behaved and leashed dogs can join you around their corn maze or on a hay ride. They even give you a bag to help clean up after your furry friend.

The Upper Charles 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 Milford! The map below shows a parking area with convenient access to the Upper Charles 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.

Mulberry Vineyards is a pet-friendly establishment in the historic town of Chepachet, RI. Your furry friend can join you inside or at an outdoor table for wine tasting. They also host events on select nights to enjoy with your furry friend beside you.

Well-behaved, leashed pets are invited to visit Wrentham Village Premium Outlets in Wrentham, MA. This pet-friendly open-air outlet welcomes two- and four-legged companions to walk throughout the property and even shop together in some of the 170+ featured stores. Note that while the property is dog friendly, owners are responsible for confirming pet policies with individual businesses before entering.

Fido is welcome to join you at Fairmont Fruit Farm, a pet-friendly, family-owned and operated orchard in Franklin, MA. Leashed dogs are welcome to join you as you pick-your-own apples (when in season) and browse their year-round offerings of baked goods, local products, free-range eggs, dairy products and seasonally available fresh produce.

Portsmouth Dog Park is a dog-friendly park in Portsmouth, RI. The park features free parking, handicapped accessibility, separate off-leash areas for small and large dogs, fresh water for humans and canines, benches, and an observation walkway. Funds are being raised for a second phase of building which will add fitness and agility equipment, Astroturf, and lighting.

Leashed dogs are welcome at Natural Resources Trust, a dog-friendly outdoor space in Easton, MA, where you can enjoy nature, including walking trails, and may even spot some wild animals that call the space home. The Trust encourages you to bring water for your pet, and you are welcome to bring a picnic lunch to enjoy. Please note that pets should be checked for ticks after visiting, and are not permitted during events and other large gatherings.

Attleboro, MA, is home to 129 Bam Smash Marketplace. This pet-friendly store features an array of items, from antiques and retro furniture to home decor and art. Well-behaved, leashed pets may join their owners inside.

North Smithfield, RI, is home to Rustic Tri-View Drive-In, a seasonal outdoor theater that opens every summer since 1951. This pet-friendly theater welcomes well-behaved, leashed pups to join their owners for a movie. Dogs aren't permitted in the restrooms or snack bar, but there's an area where you can walk them. While you chow down on your snacks, Fido can enjoy a doggie sundae from the soft-serve ice cream shop.