Dog Friendly Activities in Providence, RI

There are 10 dog friendly activities in Providence. 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 Providence.

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Bottles A dog-friendly liquor store! Perfect!!! See Details
Pet Friendly Franciscan Park
Franciscan Park Franciscan Park is a spacious neighborhood dog park in Providence, RI. The park occupies a small wooded area which is accessible through two entrances on Bell Road or Ridge Street. The fully fenced park offers plenty of shaded space to play, and a water hose for thirsty pups. See Details
Rustic Tri View Drive In Open every summer since 1951! The Rustic Drive In allows all well-behaved, Non-Aggressive Dogs. They must remain leashed at all times and are not allowed in the restrooms or snack bar area. There is an area to walk them and a doggie sundae available at the soft serve ice cream shop! Great place to enjoy a movie with your furry friend! See Details
Books on the Square Books on the Square is a cozy shop that sells both new and used books and welcomes all well-read (and not so well-read) pooches! See Details
Bell Street Dog Park The Bell Street Dog Park is located behind the Bell Street Chapel and is open to dogs of all ages and sizes. The area is fenced, and waste bags are provided. Benches for the humans. See Details
Providence: Improbable Narrative 'Providence: Improbable Narrative' is a pet-friendly Airbnb Experience hosted by Peter. You and Fido will set out on a guided walking tour of Providence and see colonial sites, sculptures, hidden gardens are more. Hear some history of the area and why Roger Williams called Rhode Island a "lively experiment." Please keep in mind that dogs may not be allowed inside some shops that the tour visits. The experience lasts 2 hours and can accommodate up to 8 guests ages 13 and up. Parents may also bring children under 2 years of age. Be prepared for the hills. Wear running or hiking shoes. Rates start at $25 per person. See Details
Providence Professional Photo Session 'Providence Professional Photo Session' is a pet-friendly Airbnb Experience hosted by Alexandra. You and your pup will take a photoshoot walk through Downtown Providence. The cobblestone streets, outside historic homes, the Providence river, and the picturesque city skyline will be your backdrops. Afterwards you will receive an online viewing gallery of over 200 photos and be able to choose up to five images to be edited and returned within two weeks. The experience lasts 1 hour and can accommodate up to 5 guests ages 18 and up. Parents may also bring children under 2 years of age. Guests should wear or bring comfortable shoes. Rates start at $90 per person. See Details
Providence Ghost Tour Join us for a lantern-lit stroll through the darkened streets of Providence's historic East Side. Learn the haunted tales and horrendous history of Rhode Island's capital city. Reserve tickets online for a discount! Leashed dogs are welcome to join us, though we request that pet parents clean up after them responsibly. See Details
Prospect Terrace Fido is welcome to join you at Prospect Terrace, a pet-friendly park in Providence, RI. This park features benches, views of the city and grassy areas for both you and Fido to enjoy. See Details
Dexter Training Grounds Dexter Training Grounds is pet-friendly. The park is not fenced, but you will often find pups learning new tricks off-leash in the space anyway. Dog owners are reminded to clean up any mess left behind and make sure dogs are under voice control. See Details
Borderland State Park Borderland State Park in Easton, MA, features a designated, dog-friendly field near the historic Smith Farmhouse for off-leash fun with Fido. The park also offers over 20 miles of hiking trails to explore on leash and many ponds that dogs can swim in. Dog owners are reminded to clean up any mess that is left behind. See Details
Compass Rose Beach Dog-friendly Compass Rose Beach in North Kingston, RI, is one of four public beaches in this area welcoming Fido. Leashed dogs are welcome to accompany you onto the sandy beach and there are picnic benches dotted alongside the nearby parking lot. See Details
Mendon Twin Drive-In The Mendon Twin Drive-In offers two screens for movies and has high-quality sound. Dogs are allowed in vehicles, but must be attended 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. See Details
Rail Explorers Rail Explorers is pet-friendly. This year-round, all-ages, outdoor-adventure attraction features pedal-powered rail bikes that welcome four-legged riders, too. Tandem Rail Explorers (up to two riders) or Quad Rail Explorers rail bikes (up to four riders) are available. Dogs are welcome, as long as they are leashed or strapped in a carrier. Space on the explorers is limited, so larger dogs may not fit comfortably and may be in danger of being struck by the pedals or pinched by the chains. However, rail bikes accommodate larger dogs on the platform between the seats. See Details
Lincoln Woods State Park 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. See Details
F. Gilbert Hills State Forest F. Gilbert Hills State Forest is dog-friendly. You are welcome to bring Fido with you to enjoy this 1000-acre state forest, home to 23 miles of trails that weave through the towering pine and oak trees. The park is also part of the 30-mile Warner Trail, stretching from Sharon, Mass to Diamond Hill State Park in Rhode Island. Other than the pretty paved picnic area in the forest, the park is basically made up of under-developed, woodland trails for you and your pooch to explore. F. Gilbert Hills State Forest is open every day of the week from dawn until dusk. See Details
Escobar Farm and Corn Maze Dogs are welcome at Escobar Farm and Corn Maze. The corn maze is dog-friendly and every year is designed in a different style. The fee for visiting the maze is $8 for ages 12 and up and $6 for children from 5 to 11. Children under the age of 5 are admitted free of charge. Although the opening times of the maze vary year upon year, it is usually open from August to November. See Details
Working Man Distillers Working Man Distillers in North Attleboro, MA is a dog-friendly distillery where unique flavors meet old world taste in the form of top-notch spirits. Dogs are welcome in the inviting taproom while you relax with a glass of whiskey after a hard day of work, or socialize with friends. You might even meet Koby, the distillery dog! See Details
Mulberry Vineyards Mulberry Vineyards is pet-friendly. Located in the historic town of Chepachet, dogs are welcome to join you for a taste of the area. The tasting hours of this popular vineyard are on Saturday and Sunday from 11am to 4pm. See Details
Wrentham Dog Park Wrentham Dog Park in Wrentham, MA, is a dog-friendly, enclosed, and off-leash park for Fido to run and play. See Details
John H. Chafee Nature Preserve Dog friendly hiking trails to a beach. Seasonal seal watching. See Details
Bass Pro Shops Bass Pro Shops is a dog-friendly sporting goods and outdoors store located in Foxboro, MA. Leashed dogs are welcome to shop alongside of you throughout the store. They offer a variety of hunting, fishing and outdoor gear. There's even a pet section for Fido! See Details
Goddard Memorial State Park Goddard Park attracts thousands of visitors each year as Rhode Island’s most popular Metropolitan Park. The park 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. Visitors can make use of a nine hole golf course, an equestrian show area, 18 miles of bridle trails, 355 picnic tables, 11 game fields, and a performing arts center for weddings, concerts, picnics and special events. Leashed dogs are welcome on most trails. See Details
Southern New England Trunkline Trail The Southern New England Trunkline 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 dog-friendly "rail-trail" is now a great place to walk Fido in Franklin! The map below shows a parking area with convenient access to the Southern New England Trunkline 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