Dog Friendly Hiking Trails in Buffalo, NY

There’s 1 dog-friendly hiking trail in Buffalo, and 17 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 Buffalo.

Pet Friendly Wilkeson Pointe Park
Wilkeson Pointe Park Leashed dogs are welcome on to join you for a stroll on the pet-friendly walking paths at Wilkeson Pointe Park in Buffalo, NY. Bathrooms, water fountains, tables, kayak and bike rentals, and a beer garden that serves food are also available. See Details
Pet Friendly Knox Farm State Park
Knox Farm State Park Knox Farm State Park is an expansive pet-friendly area in East Aurora, NY. Leashed dogs are welcome at this 600-acre park comprised of grasslands, woodland, ponds and wetland. There is also a 6-acre dog park divided into two separate fenced areas for large and small dogs. Please note that pets are not permitted in playgrounds, buildings, boardwalks, golf courses, pools or guarded beaches. See Details
Eternal Flame Falls Eternal Flame Falls is a dog-friendly hiking trail that will bring you to two cascades. One waterfall is 30 feet tall and the top cascade is 8 feet tall. A small opening within the shale reveals a natural gas vent that is normally ablaze (it does have to be reignited occasionally). Early spring is the best time to visit, as the creek is typically dry in warm weather. Allot an hour or more to for a round-trip hike. This can be a dangerous trail, so bring Fido only if you both are skilled hikers. Admission is free. See Details
Amherst State Park Amherst State Park welcomes leashed dogs to hike the trails with you in Williamsville, NY. This pet-friendly park is situated on 77 acres of state-owned land and 3-acres of town-owned land, with the highlight of the park being Ellicott Creek. Enjoy this scenic area with Fido, but please remember to clean up after your pets during your visit. See Details
Evangola State Park Evangola State Park is a pet-friendly recreation area in Irving, NY. This 733-acre park, located on the shore of Lake Erie, features several hiking trails, picnic shelters, grassy picnic areas, athletic fields and a campground. Leashed dogs are welcome to enjoy the park, but pets are not permitted in playgrounds, buildings, boardwalks, golf courses, pools and beaches. See Details
Niagara Gorge Trailhead Niagara Gorge Trailhead offers several pet-friendly hikes in Niagara Falls, NY. Check out the Upper Great Gorge, Devil's Hole Rapids and Giant Rock, the Whirlpool Rapids Adventure, or the Great Gorge Scenic Overlook with your pooch. Leashed dogs are welcome to explore with you as you learn about the geology and local history of the gorge and falls. See Details
Great Gorge Scenic Overlook Hike The Great Gorge Scenic Overlook Hike is an easy, one-hour round trip hike that begins at the Trailhead Building in Niagara Falls, NY. This pet-friendly hike is recommended for beginners, and dogs are welcome on the trail as long as they are leashed and all mess is cleaned up after them. See Details
Clarence Pathways The Clarence Pathways 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 Clarence! The map below shows a trailhead where you can pick up the Clarence Pathways. 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
Erie Canalway Trail The Erie Canalway 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 Lockport! The map below shows a parking area with convenient access to the Erie Canalway 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
Niagara Parks Botanical Gardens Niagara Parks Botanical Gardens in Niagara Falls, ON is dog friendly. Open since 1936, pups are welcome to join their owners on the pet-friendly pathways that wind around nearly 100 acres of European-style gardens, including the rose garden, which is home to more than 2,400 roses. The School of Horticulture is there too, which teaches the public all that goes into maintaining the beautiful grounds of the area. See Details
Terrapin Point Terrapin Point is a pet-friendly viewing point at Niagara Falls State Park in Niagara Falls, NY. Leashed dogs are welcome to join their owners at one of the best viewing points this park has to offer of Horseshoe Falls. See Details
Queen Victoria Park Leashed dogs are welcome at Queen Victoria Park, a pet-friendly park in Niagara Falls, ON. You and Fido can walk through the manicured gardens that lead to incredible views of the American and Canadian sides of Horseshoe Falls. See Details
Dufferin Islands Nature Area Dufferin Islands Nature Area in Niagara Falls, ON is pet friendly! Bring your leashed dog along for a walk through this 10-acre group of small islands that consists of winding paths and wooden footbridges. See Details
Devil's Hole State Park Bring Fido to the pet-friendly Devil's Hole State Park in Niagara Falls, NY. Take the Devil's Hole Trail from neighboring Whirlpool State Park downstream to the Devil's Hole staircase and gorge. Leashed dogs are welcome to check out the awesome views of the powerful river. See Details
Whirlpool State Park Leashed dogs are welcome at Whirlpool State Park, a pet-friendly recreation space in Niagara Falls, NY. The park is divided into a street level with numerous observation spots and a lower level where the Whirlpool Rapids Trail leads past the Whirlpool to a point along the Whirlpool Rapids. See Details
Goat Island Scenic Walk Fido is welcome to join you for a stroll along the pet-friendly Goat Island Scenic Walk on historic Goat Island inside Niagara Falls State Park. This popular destination in Niagara Falls, NY features an easy paved loop that takes roughly 30 minutes to complete and offers views of Horseshoe Falls and Bridal Veil Falls. See Details
Earl W. Brydges Artpark State Park Earl W. Brydges Artpark State Park is a pet-friendly recreation space in Lewiston, NY. You and your leashed pup can enjoy hiking the area's trails, picnicking, fishing and a variety of entertainment that occurs at the park. Lewiston Dog Park is also located here, so Fido can enjoy some off-leash playtime with his canine friends. You can bring a maximum of two pets and they must remain on a six-foot or shorter leash throughout your entire visit. Proof of a current rabies vaccination must be present. Pets aren't permitted in playgrounds, buildings, golf courses, boardwalks, pools and spray-grounds or guarded beaches. See Details
Beaver Island State Park Beaver Island State Park is a dog-friendly recreation site in Grand Island, NY. You and Fido can enjoy hiking the area's trails, kayaking, fishing, picnicking and more. You may bring a maximum of two pets with you to this location, and all pets must be on a six-foot or shorter leash and supervised at all times. Please have proof of rabies vaccination available if requested by staff. Pets are not permitted in playgrounds, buildings, golf courses, boardwalks, pools and spray-grounds or the sand beaches. Please clean up after your pup. See Details
Buckhorn Island State Park Buckhorn Island State Park is a pet-friendly recreation area in Grand Island, NY. You and your leashed pup can hike, bike and cross-country ski the park's trails. Fishing, canoeing and kayaking are also popular activities. You can bring a maximum of two pets and they must remain on a six-foot or shorter leash throughout your entire visit. Proof of a current rabies vaccination must be present. Pets aren't permitted in playgrounds, buildings, golf courses, boardwalks, pools and spray-grounds or guarded beaches. Please clean up after Fido. See Details
Buffalo, NY, US