There are 4 dog friendly activities in Ridgefield, and 74 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 Ridgefield.
314 Beer Garden
Bring Fido with you to 314 Beer Garden's dog-friendly open air patio in Norwalk, CT. Fido is welcome to sit with you at a table in the beer garden. The bar offers shots, craft beers, liquors, ciders, non-alcoholic beer, wine, and soft drinks. A S'mores package is also available. Grab some grub from a visiting food truck or purchase food from Avelino Family BBQ. The beer garden includes a fire pit and lawn games. The site also hosts live music and events. Fido will be treated to a dog biscuit, bowl of water, and generous head scratches. There is a whipped cream treat topped with a dog biscuit available for sale.
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Spacecat Brewing Company
Spacecat Brewing Company is a craft brewery and taproom in the heart of South Norwalk, CT. Fido can join you inside the spacious, modern taproom, or outside in the beer garden. They brew a variety of beer styles, both flagship and limited release, including pilsners, blondes, wheat ales, IPAs, and goses. Food trucks are occasionally on site. For pups, don't forget to ask about their Spacecat dog treats!
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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.
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New Fairfield Dog Park
New Fairfield Dog Park is funded through donations and located on town property managed by the Parks & Recreation Department in New Fairfield, CT. Parking is available down the driveway of the middle/high school near the football field. The park features separate fenced play areas for small and large dogs.
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North County Trail
The North County 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 Yorktown Heights! The map below shows a parking area with convenient access to the North County 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.
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Bartlett Arboretum & Gardens
Bartlett Arboretum & Gardens is pet-friendly. Bring your pooch along to explore 12 miles of garden trails and wander around the Bartlett, a living classroom for people and dogs to experience and enjoy nature. They offer an enchanting environment, where you can explore the grounds with your pup, research a particular variety of plant or attend an event. Their trails will take you through beautiful gardens, past champion trees, and into native Connecticut habitats, alongside colonial stonewalls and over pristine wetlands. Bartlett Arboretum & Gardens is open every day of the week from dawn until dusk.
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Taylor Farm Dog Park
Fido is invited to play at Taylor Farm Dog Park near Calf Pasture Beach and Shady Beach Park in Norwalk, CT. This destination is for residents with a pass who can take their pup to enjoy one of two areas grouped by woods to engage in off-leash activity. The City requires you to carry a leash at all times due to both areas not being enclosed by a fence.
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Rowayton Dog Park
Rowayton Dog Park is a fenced, off-leash area for Fido to play in Norwalk, CT. This large park provides plenty of space for your pup to get some exercise and enjoy socializing with other canines. It also features a small dog area for pups weighing 25 pounds or less.
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Kitchawan Preserve Trail
Kitchawan Preserve Trail is a moderately easy, pet-friendly, 4-mile hike in Ossining, NY. This trail is popular amongst dog owners as the wide path allows you to hike side by side with your pup through the mature forests. Dogs must be on a leash no longer than 6 feet throughout your visit.
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Compo Beach Off-Leash Dog Area
Compo Beach Off-Leash Dog Area welcomes Fido to play along the sandy shoreline from October 1st through March 31st in Westport, CT. The off-leash section is located south of the brick bathhouses and is clearly marked. Please note that the area is not fenced, so pets must be supervised at all times. Dogs are not permitted on the playground, pavilion or beach walkways.
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Winslow Park
Located adjacent to the Westport Country Playhouse, Winslow Park is a popular destination for pups in the heart of Wesport, CT. In addition to trails and a picnic area, this pet-friendly park features a large off-leash green space for dogs at the north end of the park. Please note this area is not enclosed, so Fido must be supervised at all times. Also, be aware that dogs are not permitted at the south end of the park.
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Bear Mountain Reservation
Leashed pets may join you on the hiking trails at Bear Mountain Reservation in Danbury, CT. This dog-friendly destination features beautiful woodlands and lovely views of Candlewood Lake on 140 acres of green space.
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Cranbury Park
Located on 227 acres surrounding the historic Gallaher Mansion in Norwalk, CT, Cranbury Park offers some dog-friendly areas on the property for pups to run off leash. Dogs are also allowed on the trails and in the orchard, but they're not permitted on the Great Lawn or near the mansion, playground or pavilion. Please note a parking fee may apply when visiting.
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Pequonnock River Trail
The Pequonnock River 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 Monroe! The map below shows a parking area with convenient access to the Pequonnock River 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.
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Richter Park
Take your leashed pup for a hike on one of the two dog-friendly trails at Richter Park in Danbury, CT. This 230-acre park features a golf course, tennis courts, winter recreation, hiking trails, an outdoor summer theater, and a cafe with patio seating.
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Park and Bark
Bring Fido to Park and Bark, a popular dog park in Newtown, CT. This off-leash dog park consists of 2 acres of fenced play area for canine play and socialization. You'll also find seasonal water features, an agility course and a separate small dog area. Please note all visiting pups must be licensed, current on vaccinations and over 4 months old. A parking permit is also required.
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Pequonnock River Trail
The Pequonnock River 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 Trumbull! The map below shows a parking area with convenient access to the Pequonnock River 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.
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Trumbull Dog Park
Bring Fido for some off-leash fun at Trumbull Dog Park in Trumbull, CT. Located within the larger Indian Ledge Park, this popular spot for locals offers a fully-fenced space for dogs to play. A valid Trumbull Park sticker is required to park at any of the parks in Trumbull.
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Waldo State Park
Leashed dogs are welcome at Waldo State Park a pet-friendly park in Southbury, CT, where 150-acres has been set aside on the banks of Lake Lillinonah for preservation and recreation. You and Fido can enjoy a number of activities in the area, including bird watching fishing, hiking, horseback riding, hunting, and mountain biking.
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OG Tap Room is Half Full Brewery
Half Full Brewery is a dog-friendly brewery and taproom in Stamford, CT. This location at 43 Homestead is the brewery's original location earning it the name OG Tap Room. Fido is welcome to join as you check out the list of local brews, but dogs are only allowed in the outside areas. Guests can enjoy a variety of craft beer, including the award-winning Bright Ale.
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