Dog Friendly Hiking Trails in Bar Harbor, ME

Acadia National Park has been a popular destination for dog owners for generations. Whatever you love to do in the great outdoors, you'll find an opportunity at this stunning, dog-friendly park in Bar Harbor, ME. Whether you are into camping, hiking, or kayaking, Acadia is the place for you and Fido! You can even get involved in geocache, check out the wildlife, fish, skijor, and more. With over 158 miles of hiking trails, 45 miles of carriage roads, and three campgrounds open to pets, you may never have enough time to explore every corner of this park, but even a glimpse will last in your mind for a lifetime.

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Bar Harbor Shore Path

Bar Harbor, ME

Bar Harbor Shore Path

Bar Harbor Shore Path is a pet-friendly trail in Bar Harbor, ME. More than a century old, this level walking path follows the shore of Frenchman Bay from the centrally-located Town’s Ells Pier to Wayman Lane along the East shore. Dogs are welcome to explore with you on a leash while you enjoy amazing coastal sights, including views of the Porcupine Islands, Balance Rock, Egg Rock Light and the Schoodic Peninsula.

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Witch Hole Pond Loop

Bar Harbor, ME

Witch Hole Pond Loop

Witch Hole Pond Loop is pet-friendly. There are 150 miles of trails throughout Acadia National Park, and this trail is one of the most accessible for pups and their owners. Witch Hole Pond Loop is one of Acadia's famed carriage roads that’s perfect for a winter excursion. This five mile loop is rated as easy and can be completed in a couple of hours.

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Ocean Path Trail

Bar Harbor, ME

Ocean Path Trail

Ocean Path Trail is pet-friendly. For an easy yet beautiful way to see Acadia, hike this trail through old-growth forests that hug the Maine coastline. At just over 2 miles in length, this easy walk through the woods is great for all levels of hiker. Leashed dogs are welcome.

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Gorham Mountain Loop

Bar Harbor, ME

Gorham Mountain Loop

Gorham Mountain Loop is pet-friendly. If Fido is looking for a challenge, this hike cuts across the mountains and offers views of both the coastline and the surrounding peaks. Take a break at the 525-foot-high summit and soak in the spectacular autumn display. Leashed dogs are welcome on the trail, too.

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Sargent Mountain Loop

Bar Harbor, ME

Sargent Mountain Loop

Sargent Mountain Loop is a pet-friendly trail in Bar Harbor, ME. It runs alongside the water and across two of the highest peaks on Mount Desert Island, the largest island off the coast of Maine. Dogs are welcome, as long as they are leashed and all mess is cleaned up after them.

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Bar Island Trail

Bar Harbor, ME

Bar Island Trail

For 1.5 hours before and after low tide, a gravel bar is exposed connecting the town of Bar Harbor and Bar Island. On the island, the dog-friendly Bar Island Trail gradually ascends through the forest on an old road to various open sections with views of Bar Harbor and Frenchman Bay. Exercise caution and be aware of the tides, as the ocean otherwise covers the bar. If you walk over to the island and lose track of time, it is 9 hours until the bar emerges again. This hike is 1.9 miles round trip.

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Jordan Pond

Seal Harbor, ME

Jordan Pond

Located at beautiful Acadia National Park in Seal Harbor, ME, Jordan Pond is considered one of the most picturesque areas in the entire park. Leashed dogs are welcome on the pet-friendly Shore Trail that loops around the pond, but they are not permitted in the water.

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Little Long Pond Natural Lands

Seal Harbor, ME

Little Long Pond Natural Lands

The Little Long Pond Natural Lands near Acadia National Park is a pet-friendly recreation area in Seal Harbor, ME. Managed by The Mount Desert Land & Garden Preserve, this property features hiking trails and carriage roads that meander along the water, offering a serene moment surrounded by beautiful mountains. Be sure to bring waste bags and water for your pup, and note that dogs must be on a leash during the daytime from May 1 through September 30.

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First Light Hikes

Franklin, ME

First Light Hikes

First Light Hikes is a pet-friendly business leading small guided explorations in Franklin, ME. Owners and their four-legged adventure companions are invited to partake in a sunrise or morning hike in Acadia National Park. The guides, Denise and Roger, have their own furry companion who may join you for the hike. Note that dogs must be leashed per the national park regulations.

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Lamoine State Park

Lamoine, ME

Lamoine State Park

Lamoine State Park is a pet-friendly public area in Lamoine, ME. This oceanfront park is hugely popular among tourists looking to get a taste of Maine, and it's a lot quieter than many parks in the area. You and Fido will still get great access to natural beauty: Bar Harbor, Acadia National Park, rockbound islands, and a number of lighthouses are located in the vicinity of the park. Dogs are welcome on a leash under six feet from October 1st through March 31st.

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Bass Harbor Lighthouse

Bass Harbor, ME

Bass Harbor Lighthouse

Bass Harbor Lighthouse is a pet-friendly landmark in Bass Harbor, ME. Grounds are open year-round and there is a rocky trail that encompasses the lighthouse along the water. Be sure to wear appropriate non-slip shoes and pack waste bags and water for your pup.

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Bubbles Divide Trail

Mount Desert, ME

Bubbles Divide Trail

This dog-friendly, 1.5-mile hike is a quick way to access the iconic North Bubble, South Bubble, and Bubble Rock. Visitors can take two short spur trails to reach each summit with expansive views of Jordan Pond and the surrounding mountains. Managed by Acadia National Park.

The hike starts at the Bubbles Divide parking lot. Dogs must be leashed.

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