Dog-Friendly Activities in Poughkeepsie, NY

There are 3 dog-friendly activities in Poughkeepsie, and 48 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 Poughkeepsie.

Pet Friendly Walkway Over the Hudson
Walkway Over the Hudson The Walkway Over The Hudson in Poughkeepsie, NY, 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 dog-friendly "rail-trail" is now a great place to walk Fido in Poughkeepsie! The map below shows a parking area with convenient access to the Walkway Over The Hudson. 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
Pet Friendly Quiet Cove Riverfront Park
Quiet Cove Riverfront Park Located alongside the Hudson River in Poughkeepsie, NY, dog-friendly Quiet Cove Riverfront Park offers a tranquil spot to spend the day with your pup. The park features observation decks, a kayak launch, picnic shelters and more. Pack up a picnic for you and Fido to enjoy while watching the water. Or, grab your fishing pole and test your luck on the banks of the river. See Details
Locust Grove Estate Current members of the Locust Grove Estate are invited to visit this pet-friendly attraction in Poughkeepsie, NY. This National Historic Landmark invites leashed pups to stroll along the hiking trails at the 200-acre park-like property featuring homes, gardens, a view of the Hudson River, waterfalls and more. Seasonal dog walking is limited to members; make sure to bring your card. See Details
Prospect Hill Orchards Prospect Hill Orchards is a dog-friendly orchard and farm in Milton, NY. Your leashed, friendly dog is welcome to join you as you go apple-picking. These orchard isn't limited just to apples, however. They also harvest sweet and sour cherries, plums, apricots, peaches, nectarines, pears, and pumpkins! Please note that they are only open on weekends during harvest season. See Details
Robibero Winery Robibero Winery is a dog-friendly, 42-acre property in New Paltz, NY that welcomes Fido to join you for wine tastings on their 90' deck. The boutique winery handcrafts its wines in small lots, producing unique vintages. You may bring your own food to picnic on the lawn, but no beverages are permitted, including water. All beverages must be purchased on site. They have pizza on weekends and sell various cheeses, meats and crackers. See Details
Cornish Estate Trail The dog-friendly Cornish Estate Trail in Cold Spring, NY, is a somewhat easy 4.5-mile hike in Hudson Highlands State Park that will take about 2.5 hours to complete with Fido. Walk by remnants of old buildings and the beautiful Hudson River. Dogs remain on a leash no longer than 10 feet and are not permitted in picnic areas. See Details
Little Stony Point Park Leashed dogs are allowed to visit the pet-friendly Little Stony Point Park in Cold Spring, NY, any day of the year, especially on event days. Events may include "Spring Cleanup Days," "Maple Syrup Day," and an annual musical, "Hoot on the Hudson". Little Stony Point Park is open to visitors from dawn to dusk daily. Leashed dogs are welcome on the trails. See Details
Clarence Fahnestock State Park Dogs can join their owners at Clarence Fahnestock State Park in the Carmel Hamlet area of Cold Spring, NY. This pet-friendly, 14,086-acre recreation area is expansive and covered with scenic trails. There's a maximum of two pets allowed in campsites and day-use areas. Pets are to be supervised and on a leash under six feet in length and are not permitted in playgrounds, buildings, golf courses, boardwalks, pools, spray grounds or guarded beaches. See Details
Barton Orchards Barton Orchards is a pet-friendly 175-acre premiere PYO family farm in Poughquag, NY. Well-behaved dogs can walk around the farm and play in their dog park. During the apple-picking season, your furry friend is welcome to join you. Please note that dogs are not allowed in the vegetable garden, inside buildings or in the corn maze. See Details
Storm King State Park Storm King State Park has a somewhat difficult 3.5-mile hike that will take about 3 hours to complete with Fido in Cornwall, NY. Although the pet-friendly trail skips Butter Hill and Storm King Mountain, it does offer beautiful views of the Hudson River, Bannerman Island, Cold Spring, and Constitution Marsh and is also more lightly traveled. Dogs are not permitted in picnic areas and must be leashed. See Details
Black Snake Brewing Company Black Snake Brewing Company is a dog-friendly establishment on a 146-acre farm in Staatsburg, NY. Fido is welcome to join you outdoors at a table. They brew specialty batches of beer and provide a space for friends and neighbors to gather and enjoy an authentic ground-to-glass experience. See Details
Old Rhinebeck Aerodrome Old Rhinebeck Aerodrome is a pet-friendly business in Red Hook, NY. Fido is welcome to join you on their summer and fall weekend air shows, visit the museum, talk to pilots and have lunch. Water is available for your furry friend next to the gift shop. See Details
Wrights Farm Wrights Farm is a pet-friendly attraction in Gardiner, NY, where leashed dogs can tag along. Pay a visit to this sixth-generation, family-owned, 450-acre apple farm with a farmstand of homemade pies, jams and jellies, cider donuts and much more. Pick your own apples from September through October with your furry friend by your side. See Details
Fahnestock West Trail Fahnestock West Trail is a somewhat easy 7.1-mile hike in Clarence Fahnestock State Park in Cold Springs, NY. If you visit this area in early June, you will witness the striking beauty of the mountain laurel in bloom. This beautiful dog-friendly hike is a favorite for canines year round with its freshwater ponds and brooks. When visiting with Fido be sure to keep him away from public use areas and on a leash no longer than 10 feet. See Details
Shaupeneak Ridge Shaupeneak Ridge in Ulster Park, NY, is a pet-friendly destination. Bring Fido for a day out to explore the 936.5 acres. Partake in one of the hiking trails that will provide beautiful scenery from the Marlboro Mountains and the chance to see a wetland pond and waterfall. Leash regulations apply. See Details
Breakneck Mountain Trailhead Breakneck Mountain Trailhead is pet-friendly. Located in the Hudson Highlands State Park, this fabulous trail leads through woodland over a rocky path to exceptional Hudson River lookouts at viewing points along the trail. The trail is rated as difficult as scrambling might be involved and is just over 2.5 miles in length. This part of New York can be accessed via public transport from the Big Apple. See Details
Ninham Mountain Trail The pet-friendly Ninham Mountain Trail is a moderately easy 2.75-mile hike that will take about 3 hours to complete with Fido. This Multiple Use Area in Carmel, NY, is the largest in Putnam County and allows dogs to be off-leash if they are under voice control. See Details
Hudson Valley Rail Trail The Hudson 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 Highland! The map below shows a trailhead where you can pick up the Hudson 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
Mohonk Preserve Mohonk Preserve is a pet-friendly destination in Gardiner, NY. Fido is welcome to join you on their five main trailheads to take you through the woods and see smaller waterfalls. Please note leash regulations apply, and the fall season is popular. See Details
Kingston Point Dog Park Fido is invited to play at the Kingston Point Dog Park in New York. You and your furry friend can find this off-leash facility adjacent to and behind the softball field. The park is well-managed and features two separate sections for small and large dogs. See Details
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