Dog Friendly Activities in West Simsbury, CT

Fido can run and play off the leash at Rocky Hill Dog Park in Rocky Hill, CT. This park features small and large dog areas, running water (except in freezing temperatures) and benches. It is located within Elm Ridge park in a wooded area.

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Stratton Brook State Park Trail

Simsbury, CT

Stratton Brook State Park Trail

The Stratton Brook State Park 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 Simsbury! The map below shows a parking area with convenient access to the Stratton Brook State Park 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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Sunnybrook State Park

Torrington, CT

Sunnybrook State Park

Part of Paugnut State Forest and connected to it by the 2.1-mile John Muir Trail, Sunnybrook State Park is set on 464 wooded acres. This pet-friendly park in Torrington, CT offers plenty of trails, including five nature trails, and a pond to play and cool off in. Pack a lunch, wear comfortable shoes, and enjoy a memorable excursion with your leashed pup.

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Wolcott Dog Park

Wolcott, CT

Wolcott Dog Park

Bring Fido to Wolcott Dog Park in Wolcott, CT, for some off-leash exercise and socialization. This dog park features separate areas for big and small dogs, a covered area, benches and picnic tables. It is open to the public and connected to Peterson Park by a path.

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American Legion & Peoples State Forests

Barkhamsted, CT

American Legion & Peoples State Forests

American Legion & Peoples State Forests are pet-friendly natural areas in Barkhamsted, CT. You can bring Fido with you to enjoy the beautiful, wooded areas and numerous trails as long as they are on a leash. This recreational area features trails ranging from less than a half mile to two miles for you and Fido to enjoy.

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Cabela’s

East Hartford, CT

Cabela’s

Fido is welcome to join you for an outing to pet-friendly outdoor retailer Cabela's, located in East Hartford, CT. Dogs are welcome inside so stock up on everything you need for camping, fishing, hunting, meat processing, shooting and other outdoor pursuits.

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Northwest Park

Windsor, CT

Northwest Park

Northwest Park is a pet-friendly recreation area in Windsor, CT. Bring Fido out to explore the hundreds of acres. There's 12 miles of trails to hike on, spacious grass fields to picnic on, a community garden, and even an on-site dog park. Dogs must be leashed while visiting.

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Glastonbury Dog Park

Glastonbury, CT

Glastonbury Dog Park

Glastonbury Dog Park is a recreational area in Glastonbury, CT. The park features a fenced-in area where dogs can run and socialize off leash. The park also has separate areas for large and small dogs, benches, waste stations, water stations and more.

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Robinson State Park

Feeding Hills, MA

Robinson State Park

Leashed dogs are welcome on approximately 20 miles of trails at Robinson State Park in Feeding Hills, MA. These pet-friendly trails are shared by walkers, hikers, mountain bikers and horseback riders. Many of them offer scenic views of the Westfield River, including the 17-acre island west of the falls at Mittineague, which is one of the park's most picturesque spots. A daily parking fee is required.

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Wethersfield Dog Park

Wethersfield, CT

Wethersfield Dog Park

Wethersfield Dog Park in Wethersfield, CT, has separate areas for large dogs and small or timid dogs. The park amenities include benches, picnic tables, poop bag stations, trash receptacles, watering stations and message boards.

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Talcott Mountain State Park

Simsbury, CT

Talcott Mountain State Park

Leashed dogs are welcome at Talcott Mountain State Park, a pet-friendly park in Simsbury, CT. Fido is welcome to join you in picnic areas and on the hiking trails that lead to Heublein Tower at the top of the mountain. The casual Tower Trail Hike will take you and your pooch around 40 minutes to get to the top.

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B.A.R.K Park Off-Leash Dog Park

Bristol, CT

B.A.R.K Park Off-Leash Dog Park

B.A.R.K Park Off-Leash Dog Park is a recreational area in Bristol, CT. It features separate fenced areas for small and large dogs and several benches. The park sits on a wooded hillside with a steep incline. Dog owners are reminded to bring water for their dogs.

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Westfield Dog Bark

Westfield, MA

Westfield Dog Bark

Fido can play and socialize off-leash at Westfield Dog Bark in Westfield, MA. This fenced dog park is a spacious area for pups that offers partial shade from tree cover, a water spigot (not available during winter months), wood chip ground cover, waste stations, benches and picnic tables.

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Penwood State Park

Bloomfield, CT

Penwood State Park

Penwood State Park is a pet-friendly recreational area in Bloomfield, CT. It offers 800 acres of year-round beauty and plenty of pet-friendly trails to get you around all the must-see spots. The main trail in the park is the Penwood State Park Trail, a 10.3-mile moderately difficult rambling path that features a waterfall. Fido is welcome to join you as long as he's on a leash.

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Collinsville Canoe & Kayak

Canton, CT

Collinsville Canoe & Kayak

Collinsville Canoe & Kayak rent dog-friendly paddlebaords, canoes and kayaks in Collinsville, CT. Situated near Canton, this business is southern New England's largest specialty paddlesports shop. Collinsville Canoe & Kayak offer equipment for sale, lessons, and dog-friendly rentals. Pick whichever watercraft suits you and Fido, then set off exploring down the Farmington River.

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Brignole Vineyards

East Granby, CT

Brignole Vineyards

Brignole Vineyards is a dog-friendly winery in East Granby, CT. This pretty spot is great for hanging out with your pup and enjoying a glass of wine. They love it when guests bring their four-legged friends to enjoy a day with them, and actually encourage it! Fido is welcome as long as he is friendly, on a leash and picked up after.

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Platt Hill State Park

Winsted, CT

Platt Hill State Park

Platt Hill State Park is a pet-friendly recreation area that covers 159 acres in the town of Winsted, CT. They welcome pooches to join their owners on the trails around the area. Although the area is not maintained, you can still access some trails and have a look around the pretty area.

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Tolland State Forest

Otis, MA

Tolland State Forest

Leashed dogs are welcome to join their owners at Tolland State Forest in East Otis, Massachusetts. The centerpiece of this pet-friendly park is Otis Reservoir, where you can enjoy fishing and boating. You and Fido can also explore the lovely trails here by hiking, biking or cross-country skiing.

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River Highlands State Park

Cromwell, CT

River Highlands State Park

River Highlands State Park in Cromwell, CT is a pet-friendly recreation area that overlooks the Connecticut River. You and Fido can use one of the dog-friendly trails to get to an overlook and bluff that is 150 feet above the river below, check out the noises made by the interesting blowhole, and cross over the numerous wooden bridges.

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Granville State Forest

Granville, MA

Granville State Forest

Leashed pups are welcome at Granville State Forest, a remote, dog-friendly natural space in Granville, MA. You can bring Fido with you to hike on trails through the woods that lead to waterfalls through stunning forests. Once you're finished exploring the area with your furry best friend, you can rest your heads at one of the pet-friendly campsites deep in the woods.

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