Dog-Friendly Activities in West Bath, ME

Cap'n Fish's Cruises is a pet-friendly attraction in Boothbay Harbor, ME. The tours gives visitors and their furry companions the chance to see the workings of the famous Maine lobster industry. You and Fido may even spot seals along the way. Dogs are welcome on all trips except the music cruises and fireworks cruises. Fees vary by person and tour, and dogs require a separate ticket.

Bring Fido out to the Boothbay Railway Village in Boothbay, ME! Ride an authentic steam and diesel train, tour the vintage village, and see 60+ antique autos and model railroads at this dog-friendly attraction. Well-behaved and leashed dogs are welcome to visit the Museum throughout the season, including all special events. Be sure to keep them leashed and utilize the provided waste stations.

Wolfe's Neck Woods State Park features pet-friendly trails for you and Fido to explore along Maine's legendary coast in Freeport. Enjoy a hike on the popular Casco Bay Trail for a relatively easy adventure offering great views. Dogs are welcome on trails but not on the beaches.

Black Pug Brewing Company in Brunswick, ME, welcomes Fido to join you for craft beer on their outdoor patio. Enjoy relaxing in the shade of an umbrella-covered table with your pup while sampling one of their beers on tap. This dog-friendly brewery is home to two pugs that often visit from time to time and are featured on a variety of merchandise available for purchase. They also host food trucks and events, so be sure to check out their social media for the latest details.

Dogs can romp off-leash on 11 acres in the South End Dog Park located along the Kennebec River in Bath, ME. The park provides a dedicated parking lot and offers benches, waste stations, grassy areas, and gravel trails. Your pup can play off-leash in the fenced enclosure or on the open lawn by the water. Remember to keep them under voice control when off leash.

Bring Fido out for a day of exercise on the trails of Ovens Mouth Preserve in Boothbay, ME. This pet-friendly property offers a combined 5.3 miles of easy, moderate or difficult trails on the East and West peninsulas which are connected by a pedestrian bridge. Explore the scenic shoreline, swift tidal water, quiet coves, and salt marshes. Dogs must be leashed at all times at Ovens Mouth.

Mast Landing Brewing Company is a pet-friendly brewery in Freeport, ME. Leashed and well-behaved dogs are welcome to join you at an umbrella shaded table on their back patio. They offer various craft beers and have food available from their next door neighbors.

Popham Beach State Park in Phippsburg, ME is dog-friendly from October 1st through March 31st. During this off-season period, leashed dogs can enjoy the luscious sandy beach that stretches along the mouth of the Kennebec River. There are also plenty of pretty picnic spots with charcoal grills, many of which overlook the water. Dogs are permitted in campgrounds, with the exception of Sebago Lake State Park Campground. Please leash and clean up after your pets when in the park. Please note that pet owners may be assigned picnic or campsites in a less congested area of the park.

Hedgehog Mountain Trailhead is the starting point for a great network of over five miles of pet-friendly trails in Freeport, ME. The pathways are marked and most loop back to the parking area. Please remember to leash and clean up after your pets.

Mackerel Cove is a pet-friendly attraction in Harpswell, ME. Fido is welcome to tag along to check out gorgeous views, public waterfront sandy access and the fragrant roses hedge. The cove has 15 available parking spots and is located next to a field preserve.

Clough Point Preserve within Westport Island in Wiscasset, ME, is a small but beautiful dog-friendly spot featuring forested trails, vernal pools and scenic views of the Sheepscot River. Trails range from easy to moderate, making it a peaceful place for a walk with your leashed pup.

Olive Pit Brewing Company welcomes you and Fido to stop in for a refreshing beer in Lisbon Falls, ME. Self proclaimed "beer loving animal people", staff at this female-owned brewery donate a potion of their proceeds to an animal rescue organization each month and even named the establishment after the owners' beloved Pit bull, Olive Roo. Nobody likes drinking alone so your best friend is invited to sit beside a stool at the bar while you sample a pint of 'Wagworthy' Fruit Hefeweizen or 'Star Carr' English Nut Brown. From fruity to sour, light to dark, mild to hoppy, Olive Pit Brewing is on a mission to provide a full spectrum of beers to quench your thirst and satisfy your taste buds.

Glidden Point Oyster Farms is a dog-friendly business in Edgecomb, ME. Located at a beautiful site along the Damariscotta River, Fido may join you on a tour of the oyster farm operations. After the tour, your canine companion can join you at an outdoor table to sample a plate of Glidden Point's oysters.

Freeport Market is a pet-friendly eatery located in Freeport, ME. Your leashed furry friend is welcome to tag along as you explore. Featuring handcrafted goods from over 100 talented Maine artisans, the market offers a unique selection of small-batch items—from distinctive clothing and accessories to beautifully crafted home goods—all celebrating local creativity and craftsmanship.

Reid State Park is a dog-friendly area in Georgetown, ME. This popular park has beautiful white sandy beaches, but Fido is only permitted on State Park beaches in Maine from October 1st to March 31st. When you visit Griffith Head in the park, you'll discover a rocky headland that overlooks the rest of the park and a number of seascapes. There are lighthouses in the area as well, including on Sequin Island and Hendricks Head. You can bring Fido with you around the park if they are on a leash under six feet, as long as you clean up any mess after them.

The Merrymeeting Dog Park, in memory of Jake Horgan, is a fenced 1.5-acre dog park in Brunswick, ME. Situated along the Androscoggin River Bicycle Path, the park has beautiful views of the river and is open year round. It is maintained on a daily basis by the Brunswick Parks and Recreation Department. The park includes double-gated entries, a small dog section, benches, Dogipots and signage.

About 12 miles of trails, often steep and strenuous, lead through wooded areas and over rocky ledges up to the highest ocean cliffs on the Maine coastline. Volunteers and experienced woodsmen work tirelessly to improve the trails but there will always be a slippery spot or a steep climb. Get a trail map at an Island shop before setting out with your leashed dog. Most of the Island is wild land, with woods and undergrowth so thick you can’t cut across from one trail to another without becoming lost. The trail map published by the Monhegan Associates, showing trails, their names, their numbers, and their difficulty, is reliable, cheap, and easily available. You can view it online but really should plan on purchasing one (for a nominal fee) to carry when you hike away from the Village. You’ll be charged boat fare for your dog and are expected to dispose of its waste as in a city.

Bring your leashed pup along for a walk on the pet-friendly Boothbay Harbor Footbridge, a historical landmark in Boothbay Harbor, ME. Enjoy the coastal air and scenic waterfront views along this wooden bridge, as well as access to nearby shopping, eateries, and green spaces.

Leashed dogs are welcome at pet-friendly Doubling Point Lighthouse in Arrowsic, ME. Established in 1898, this lighthouse on the Kennebec River features a scenic trail that is well worth a visit with your leashed pup. Please bring dog waste bags to carry out when you depart the private property and refer to their website upon arrival.

Androscoggin River Bicycle Path in Brunswick, ME invites Fido to enjoy a leashed walk while taking in scenic views. This pet-friendly paved trail goes from the Cooks Corner area to Brunswick and is about 2.6-miles long. The road is plowed and sanded in the wintertime.