Dog Friendly Activities in Newfoundland and Labrador

Don’t leave Fido in the hotel room when you’re on vacation. Get out and play! No matter where you’re headed in Newfoundland and Labrador, we can point you towards the nearest off-leash dog park, the most popular dog beach, a really great hiking trail, and lots of other places to play with Fido.

Pet Friendly Signal Hill National Historic Site
Signal Hill National Historic Site Signal Hill National Historic Site is pet-friendly. This St. John's landmark is a great place for a hike with your pooch. The highlight of this great overlook on the coast is a bronze statue of a Newfoundland next to a Labrador, commemorating the breeds’ first home. Dogs are welcome if they are on a leash and all mess is cleaned up after them. Signal Hill is open every day of the week from 10am to 6pm. See Details
Pet Friendly Gros Morne National Park
Gros Morne National Park Gros Morne National Park is pet-friendly. Dogs are welcome on a leash in picnic areas, at campsites and on any trails. Soaring fjords and big mountains dominate the landscape at this picturesque park. The park is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. You and your pooch can wander coastal pathways and beaches. You can also hike to alpine highlands where Arctic hare live out their days. See Details
Tablelands Trail Tablelands Trail, located in Bonne Bay, NL, is a dog-friendly trail perfect for hiking, walking, running, and birdwatching. The trail is a 2.6 mile out and back trail which experiences moderate foot traffic. Fido is welcome to join you on the trail but must remain on a leash due to wildlife in this area. Tablelands Trail is suitable for all skill levels. See Details
Chance Cove Coastal Hiking Trail Take Fido when you visit dog-friendly Chance Cove Coastal Hiking Trail, located in Chance Cove, NL. This trail is a 2.3 mile loop and rated as moderate difficulty. Fido can join you as the trail winds down through the forest to Chance Cove Beach. Continue uphill to capture spectacular views of the coastline and discover access to hidden beaches and caves. Pose with Fido for a photo at popular lookout point Green Head, which overlooks Chance Cove and Trinity Bay. See Details
Torngat Mountains National Park Torngat Mountains National Park is a remote park in Nain, NL. Leashed dogs are welcome to accompany you, but a permit is required. The park is located in Inuit territory and affords stunning views of mountains, fjords, and polar bears. See Details
French Beach Trail to Spillers Cove French Beach Trail is a dog-friendly unpaved trail which leads to French Beach, located in Twillingsgate, NL. Fido is welcome to accompany you on your hike over rugged terrain showcasing spectacular costal views. Once you reach French Beach, you can retrace your steps on the return journey, or venture around the headland to scenic Spillers Cove. A hike to the farthest point, Spillers Cove, and making a full loop to the parking lot should take approximately 1.5 - 2.5 hours. See Details
Terra Nova National Park Terra Nova National Park is a dog-friendly outdoor recreation area in Traytown, NL. Leashed dogs are welcome to accompany you on more than 80 km of trails. Options range from easy half-hour walks to strenuous multi-day hikes. See Details
King's Cove Lighthouse Trail King's Cove Lighthouse Trail is a dog-friendly trail located near King's Cove, NL. Fido is welcome to accompany you on this moderately trafficked 2.3 mile loop which leads to King's Cove Lighthouse. Admire spectacular coastal scenery while hiking, running, or bird watching. The trail is best used from May until November. The first and last part of the trail will lead you through Paddy Murphy’s Meadow, famous for an abundance of colorful wildflowers which bloom in late spring. See Details
J.T. Cheeseman Provincial Park J.T. Cheeseman Provincial Park is pet-friendly. This popular natural area is an awesome place to explore with your pooch. Located just fifteen minutes from the ferry port, this dog-friendly beach has great views and a few rustic trails to wander with your pooch. There are nine fitness trails in total, including 2km of windswept pathway known for its natural beauty. Access to the park is limited to the hours of 7:00am to 11:30pm. See Details
Irving Big Stop Bark Park Irving Big Stop is dog-friendly! Bring Fido to this Deer Lake gas station and restaurant's fenced-in, grassy dog park where dogs can safely relax and stretch their legs off-leash during a long road trip. Waste bags are provided, along with some agility equipment for the dogs to use so they can stretch their paws. See Details
Quidi Vidi Village Tour & Nature Walk 'Quidi Vidi Village Tour & Nature Walk' is a pet-friendly Airbnb Experience hosted by Patricia. You and your pooch will take a seven stop walking tour starting at ‘Ladies Lookout Trail.' Explore the Quidi Vidi Plantation, a collection of artist vendors. Learn about the community, the Cod Fishery and Moratorium of 1992, The Heritage Trust Foundation, and a stop at a battle ground of the 7 Years War in North America. End the day at Quidi Vidi Brewery. The experience lasts 1.5 hours and can accommodate up to 10 guests ages 10 and up. Parents may also bring children under 2 years of age. Dress in layers. Tours booked will go ahead in all weather conditions. Basic fitness required, entire tour takes place outdoors with periods of standing. Rates start at $40 per person. See Details
Home From the Ice Floes Craft Shop Dogs are welcome to join their owners inside this shop. Home From The Ice Floes Craft Shop sells gifts and craft supplies. See Details
St. John's Historic Walking Tour 'St. John's Historic Walking Tour' is a pet-friendly Airbnb Experience hosted by Patricia. This 10 stop, 90 minute long walking tour will give you the opportunity to immerse yourself in the rich history, deep traditions, and cultural heritage that downtown St. John's has to offer. Leashed dogs are welcome to join in the fun of this tour. The experience lasts 1.5 hours and can accommodate up to 10 guests ages 8 and up. Parents may also bring children under 2 years of age. Guests should be comfortable walking moderate hills. Rates start at $36 per person. See Details
Akami-Uapishkᵁ-KakKasuak - Mealy Mountains National Park Reserve Akami-Uapishkᵁ-KakKasuak - Mealy Mountains National Park Reserve is a dog-friendly park located in Newfoundland and Labrador in NL. The mountains meet the sea here and there are several hiking opportunities for you and your leashed pooch. Enjoy this pristine wilderness while traversing the trails. See Details
Harbourside Park Harbourside Park in St. John's, NL is pet-friendly. This public recreation area pays homage to the region's most important residents with a bronze statue of a Labrador next to a Newfoundland. Snap a picture of your best friend attempting to sit as still as a statue, then continue walking to Signal Hill National Historic Site for an epic coastal overlook and to see boats entering the harbor. See Details
Hike and Boil-Up with Activities 'Hike and Boil-Up with Activities' is a pet-friendly Airbnb Experience hosted by Kerry. Take part in a nature hike and try and spot marine life of the Atlantic. Leashed dogs are welcome. The experience lasts 3.5 hours and can accommodate up to 10 guests ages 5 and up. Rates start at $48 per person. See Details
Norstead Norstead is a pet-friendly viking village in the Newfoundland region of Canada. Newfoundlands, or Newfies, are rumored to have evolved from the black “bear” dogs brought to the region around 1000 C.E. by Vikings who briefly settled in the region. Fido can get a glimpse of what life was like at that time by your side at Norstead Viking Village. Located near The UNESCO World Heritage Viking Site, this hidden gem places history into the hands of visitors with a chance to join costumed interpreters in the Chieftain's Hall for mysterious tales, watch a blacksmith forging iron, step aboard a replica of the Viking ship "Snorri,” and learn skills like pottery and more. See Details
Port Rexton Brewery + Tap Room Set sail with your Saluki to the Port Rexton Brewery + Tap Room. Located in the rural town of Port Rexton, dogs are invited to join in the fun in the pet-friendly beer garden. If you’re planning on working seriously remotely, log onto the free WiFi with a beer in hand and a gourmet grilled cheese sandwich from Oh My Cheeses food truck on-site. See Details
Quidi Vidi Lake Dog Park Quidi Vidi Lake Dog Park is a pet-friendly recreation space in St. John's. This popular fenced space is divided into a small and large area, which allows smaller breeds to play freely away from overexcited Newfoundlands. Before you head back to your hotel for the night, take a walk around the lake with your leashed pooch and take in the colorful buildings and boats entering the marina. See Details
The Bee's Knees The Bee's Knees is a pet-friendly shop on St. John’s Pedestrian Mall in St. John's, NL. Walk down Jellybean Row for pictures of your pooch next to the iconic row of colorful buildings and continue to the mall for an afternoon of shopping, snacking and hanging out with locals. The Bee’s Knees is one of the shops in the outdoor mall that allows pets inside to help you select sustainable items to take home with you. See Details
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