Dog Friendly Activities in Shaftsbury, VT

There’s 1 dog friendly activity in Shaftsbury, and 23 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 Shaftsbury.

Pet Friendly Lake Shaftsbury State Park
Lake Shaftsbury State Park Lake Shaftsbury State Park in Shaftsbury, VT is pet friendly. Parkgoers and their furry adventuring companions are invited to visit this recreation space to participate in an array of activities, including camping, fishing, hiking and picnicking. Owners are responsible for cleaning up after their pets. Note that day-use fees may apply. See Details
Pet Friendly Orvis
Orvis Orvis is a pet-friendly store in Manchester, VT. Leashed pups are welcome to join you while you shop as long as their leashed. Check out their selection of men & women's clothing, fly fishing and hunting gear, bags & accessories, and high-quality pet goods, including dog beds, toys, travel bowls, car seat covers, and more. See Details
Manchester Dog Park at Dana Thompson Memorial Park Manchester Dog Park is a great place for Fido to run and play off leash in Manchester Center, VT. Located in the northern area of Dana L Thompson Memorial Park, the space is grass covered and fully fenced. Amenities include double-gated entry, a shelter, benches, and waste stations. Remember to bring your own water and bowls for Fido. See Details
Mile Around Woods Leashed dogs are welcome on the loop through the Mile Around Woods in North Bennington, VT. Further west (look for the open fields), dogs may be off-leash. During the summer, please ensure that dogs stay out of the endangered grassland birds' nesting site (it's well-marked), and to pick up after Fido at all times. See Details
Bennington Battle Monument Bennington Battle Monument is pet-friendly. Standing over 306ft tall, the monument was completed and dedicated in 1891 and constructed from blue-grey magnesian limestone. Commemorating the Battle of Bennington in the Revolutionary War, the trails and grounds surrounding the monument welcome leashed dogs to explore with their owners. The Monument is open Friday through Monday from 10am to 5pm. See Details
Hazel & Bee Organics Visit Hazel & Bee Organics is a pet-friendly shop in Manchester, VT. Leashed pups are welcome to join you in the store while you browse their selection of organic candles, soap, apparel, beauty products and tea. See Details
The Mile-Around Woods The Mile-Around Woods is a pet-friendly conservation area that's open to the public in Bennington, VT. Bring Fido for a stroll on one of the many walking trails that go through open fields, wooded areas, and in the small valley along Paran Creek. Dogs are required to be on a leash in the main areas, but can be off leash on the outer ends of the property (see map below). See Details
Equinox Preserve Bring Fido along while you explore the pet-friendly Equinox Preserve in Manchester, VT. The area is 914 acres and offers trails at all levels of difficulty. Along the way, you'll witness all kinds of wildlife and natural areas protected by the Vermont Land Trust. Dogs must be under control at all times, and on leash on Pond Loop or when approaching other trail users. Remember to clean up after your pet. See Details
Bromley Mountain Adventure Park Bromley Mountain Adventure Park is a dog-friendly adventure park in Peru, VT. Home to 47 classic New England trails, you're welcome to go exploring with Fido, or if you are looking for more of a theme park feel, your pup is welcome to tag along while the kids climb the rock wall or play mini golf. Dogs are not allowed on The Alpine Slide. Please contact Bromley directly for day pass ticket prices, however do note that dogs are free. See Details
Bennington Dog Park at Willow Park Bennington Dog Park is a fenced space located in Willow Park in Bennington, VT. After an on-leash trip to Bennington Battle Monument, one of the region’s most popular attractions, you can let your dog off-leash at this cool fenced space. The dog park is a shady half-acre spot, perfect for running wild on sunny days and meeting other pups. Bennington Dog Park is open every day of the week from dawn until dusk. See Details
Mad Tom Orchard The dog-friendly Mad Tom Orchard is a quaint farm in East Dorset, VT, that offers pick-your-own apples in September through mid October. Friendly dogs on a leash are welcome in the orchard, as long as you clean up after them. Bring a picnic and your phone or camera to record the fun. Cider and donuts are available on weekends. See Details
Clarksburg State Park Leashed dogs are allowed at Clarksburg State Park in Clarksburg, MA. This pet-friendly park is especially popular during the fall months, when the trees offer stunning colors as the leaves change. There are a number of trails for you and Fido to explore, some that even follow along a scenic lakeshore. See Details
Green Mountain National Forest Green Mountain National Forest is a pet-friendly attraction in Rutland, VT. This gorgeous area offers diverse vegetation and varied trails to explore with your pooch. Encompassing more than 400,000 acres in southwestern and central Vermont, the striking scenery includes rugged mountain peaks and quintessential Vermont villages. Leashed dogs are welcome, as long as all mess is cleaned up after them. See Details
Stone Hill Trails Dogs are welcome to join you as you explore the pet-friendly Stone Hill Trails in scenic Williamstown, MA. This relatively easy and short hike offers excellent views of the area and, while it is recommended to leash your pup there are many dogs that hike this area off leash. The easiest way to access the trails is to park at the Clark Art Institute Visitors Parking, head towards the Lunder Center parking and begin your hike on the gravel trail to the east. See Details
Hopkins Memorial Forest Leashed dogs are welcome at Hopkins Memorial Forest in Williamstown, MA. This pet-friendly reserve encourages educational and low impact activities that celebrate understanding and enjoyment of the environment. Fido can explore the scenic trails with you throughout the area. See Details
Delaware and Hudson Rail-Trail The Delaware and Hudson 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 West Rupert! The map below shows a parking area with convenient access to the Delaware and Hudson 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
Lye Brook Falls Trail Lye Brook Falls Trail is a pet-friendly path in Manchester Center, VT. The trail, marked with blue blazes utilizes old logging railroad grades and old woods roads, up a steady gradual slope and leads to stunning, cascading waterfalls. The heavily trafficked pathway is 4.7 miles out and back and is rated as moderate. Dogs are welcome, as long as they are leashed along the way and cleaned up after. See Details
Monroe State Forest Leashed dogs are welcome at Monroe State Forest in Shattuckville, Monroe and Florida, MA. This pet-friendly forest offers views of stunning valleys and waterfalls. Fido can join you as you hike to the top of Spruce Mountain or Raycroft Lookout, with some of the most breathtaking views in the area. Please note that there are multiple parking locations depending on the trailhead you are visiting. See Details
Dorset Union Store Dorset Union Store is not just pet-friendly but dog-encouraging both inside and out! They are a classic general store in Dorset, VT featuring a deli, bakery, wine, and beer while offering groceries, local products and more. In the warmer weather, you and your pup can enjoy your snack on their front stoop. See Details
Woodford State Park Woodford State Park is a dog-friendly recreation area in Woodford, VT. Bring Fido with you while you explore some of the 398 acres, which includes a 2.7-mile trail around Adams Reservoir, dense wooded areas, picnicking spots, several ponds and even a campsite. Pets are not permitted on the sandy beach or in most cabins, but are allowed elsewhere throughout the park including the campers' beach. Please remember to clean up after your pets. See Details
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