Dog Friendly Activities in Ripton, VT

Taconic Ramble State Park in Castleton, VT, is pet friendly. Bring your dog for a leashed stroll around this lovely park, which includes a Japanese garden and numerous trails that are located on steep, rocky, challenging terrain. Please note that you and your furry friend must trek up a very steep, hilly trail to access the garden.

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Trails Around Middlebury

Middlebury, VT

Trails Around Middlebury

The Trails Around Middlebury are an extensive system of trails in Middlebury, VT. Dogs are welcome on leash, and be sure to pick up dog waste and carry out with you. Most of the trails have little elevation change (they are fairly flat and not strenuous). Trails wind through woods, fields, over streams, across bridges, and show a beautiful view of the Vermont countryside.

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Lefferts Pond

Chittenden, VT

Lefferts Pond

Lefferts Pond in Chittenden, VT is pet friendly. While you’re in Vermont, be sure to take your pup on a walk on one of the many beautiful hiking trails in the area like Lefferts Pond Area. Leashed dogs are welcome on the trails, as long as they are well-behaved and all mess is cleaned up to preserve the cleanliness of the pond.

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Branbury State Park

Salisbury, VT

Branbury State Park

Branbury State Park is a dog-friendly state park and beach in Salisbury, VT. Your leashed dog is welcome on all areas except for the beach, or areas with sand. This 69-acre state park is on the eastern shore of Lake Dunmore at the base of Mount Moosalamoo, with The Green Mountain National Forest to the east. Bring Fido for a picnic in the open grassy areas, and enjoy the water views as you eat lunch! Contact Vermont State Parks for rates and day passes.

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Sugarbush Resort

Lincoln, VT

Sugarbush Resort

Sugarbush Resort is pet-friendly. In summer, leashed dogs are welcome on our designated hiking trails and disc golf course. Unfortunately, dogs cannot go everywhere with you. Dogs are not permitted on lifts, ski trails during operating hours, in retail & food establishments, on the golf course, in the school house, or at the SHARC. Operating hours vary by season.

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Monkton Community Dog Park

Monkton, VT

Monkton Community Dog Park

Monkton Community Dog Park is pet-friendly. Bring your pooch along to this fenced park to play freely with other Monkton pups. Dog owners are reminded to keep dogs under control and to clean up any mess that is left behind.

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Freedom Park

North Ferrisburgh, VT

Freedom Park

Freedom Park is pet-friendly. You can bring your dog here to roam off-leash during non-camp days of Saturday, Sunday and Monday. Dogs can enjoy private access to the 8-acre fenced park, where they can run, fetch and play all day. There is a fee to play in the park. Dog owners are reminded to clean up any mess that is left behind.

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The Vermont Flannel Company

North Ferrisburgh, VT

The Vermont Flannel Company

Dogs are allowed inside while you shop at The Vermont Flannel Company.

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Werner Tree Farm

Middlebury, VT

Werner Tree Farm

Werner Tree Farm is a pet-friendly attraction in Middlebury, VT. Leashed dogs are welcome to join their owners at this farm to help choose the tree for your home this Christmas. Whether you're looking for a huge tree or a smaller pine, you'll find something that fits at this well-stocked Christmas tree farm. Don't forget to bring your own bags to clean up any mess left behind. Check their website for opening days and times.

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Foley Brothers Brewing

Brandon, VT

Foley Brothers Brewing

During the spring and summer season, Fido can join you at the outdoor seating space at Foley Brothers Brewing, a dog-friendly, small batch brewery in Brandon, VT. You can sample a variety of their locally brewed craft beers and wines.

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Waitsfield Farmers Market

Waitsfield, VT

Waitsfield Farmers Market

Allow Fido to join you on an outing to Waitsfield Farmers Market, a pet-friendly weekend attraction in Waitsfield, VT. The market is held rain or shine every Saturday from 9am to 1pm from mid-May to mid-October. Shoppers will find fresh flowers, seasonal produce, artisan breads and pastries, honey, jams and preserves, meats, and cheeses. Several stalls also sell cards, pottery and local crafts. There is live music to enjoy as well. Leashed dogs are always welcome.

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Half Moon State Park

Hubbardton, VT

Half Moon State Park

Half Moon State Park in Hubbardton, VT is pet friendly. Located within Bomoseen State Park, visitors and their furry adventuring companions are invited to visit this recreation space to camp, fish, hike and more. Dogs aren't permitted in most cabins or the cottage, but pets are allowed in the Dragonfly cabin and elsewhere in the park. Owners are responsible for cleaning up after their pets.

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Gifford Woods State Park

Killington, VT

Gifford Woods State Park

Bring Fido to Gifford Woods State Park in Killington, VT. This pet-friendly recreation space welcomes pups and their owners to explore together while enjoying activities like camping, hiking, fishing, picnicking and more. Pets are permitted in the Moose, Coyote, and Whitetail cabins. Owners are responsible for cleaning up after their pets.

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Hubbardton Battlefield Wildlife Management Area

Castleton, VT

Hubbardton Battlefield Wildlife Management Area

Hubbardton Battlefield Wildlife Management Area in Castleton, VT is pet friendly. Parkgoers and their furry adventuring companions are invited to visit this recreation space to hike, fish, hunt and view wildlife. Owners are responsible for cleaning up after their pets.

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