Dog Friendly Hiking Trails in Dover Plains, NY

There’s 1 dog-friendly hiking trail in Dover Plains, and 28 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 Dover Plains.

Pet Friendly Dover Stone Church
Dover Stone Church An ancient "cathedral-shaped" cavern on a brook, Dover Stone Church is dog friendly. Dogs must be leashed during their trek to the historic attraction. The area features a Gothic formation of stones, a "pulpit" rock ledge, a brook flowing through the cavern and a small meadow with three spring-fed ponds. See Details
Pet Friendly Kent Falls State Park
Kent Falls State Park Leashed dogs are welcome in picnic areas and on hiking trails at Kent Falls State Park, a pet-friendly recreation area in Kent, CT. You and Fido can explore the covered bridge and the quarter-mile hiking trail that leads to a stunning 250-foot waterfall. Please note that the parking lot may close for a few hours when the park reaches capacity. Arriving early is recommended. See Details
Rocky Point State Park Rocky Point State Park is a dog-friendly park located in Warwick, RI. What is now a passive park used to be home to a ferry pier along with popular rides and attractions. You and Fido can walk around this nostalgic area, but pets must remain on a leash. See Details
Clarence Fahnestock State Park Dogs can join their owners at Clarence Fahnestock State Park in the Carmel Hamlet area of Cold Spring, NY. This pet-friendly, 14,086-acre recreation area is expansive and covered with scenic trails. There's a maximum of two pets allowed in campsites and day-use areas. Pets are to be supervised and on a leash under six feet in length and are not permitted in playgrounds, buildings, golf courses, boardwalks, pools, spray grounds or guarded beaches. See Details
Fahnestock West Trail Fahnestock West Trail is a somewhat easy 7.1-mile hike in Clarence Fahnestock State Park in Cold Springs, NY. If you visit this area in early June, you will witness the striking beauty of the mountain laurel in bloom. This beautiful dog-friendly hike is a favorite for canines year round with its freshwater ponds and brooks. When visiting with Fido be sure to keep him away from public use areas and on a leash no longer than 10 feet. See Details
Ninham Mountain Trail The pet-friendly Ninham Mountain Trail is a moderately easy 2.75-mile hike that will take about 3 hours to complete with Fido. This Multiple Use Area in Carmel, NY, is the largest in Putnam County and allows dogs to be off-leash if they are under voice control. See Details
Above All State Park Leashed dogs are welcome at Above All State Park in Warren, CT. This 31-acre, pet-friendly park has plenty of natural and man-made sites to explore including the remains of a Cold War Bunker. See Details
Steep Rock Preserve Steep Rock Preserve is a pet-friendly recreational area in Washington Depot, CT. This 998-acre site offers hiking trails which follow the river banks and provide access into the hillsides above. Dogs are allowed on the trails at this nature preserve, as long as they are leashed and all mess is cleaned up after them. See Details
Bear Mountain Reservation Leashed pets may join you on the hiking trails at Bear Mountain Reservation in Danbury, CT. This dog-friendly destination features beautiful woodlands and lovely views of Candlewood Lake on 140 acres of green space. See Details
Mohawk State Forest Mohawk State Forest is a dog-friendly recreational area in Goshen, CT. This area encompasses the towering Mohawk Mountain State Park and is a popular place for pets and their owners to explore together. The hiking trails and the picnic areas are both accessible to dogs. You may not be able to access the park during certain winter months, but it's worth calling ahead if you are unsure whether the park will be open when you intend on visiting. See Details
Waldo State Park Leashed dogs are welcome at Waldo State Park a pet-friendly park in Southbury, CT, where 150-acres has been set aside on the banks of Lake Lillinonah for preservation and recreation. You and Fido can enjoy a number of activities in the area, including bird watching fishing, hiking, horseback riding, hunting, and mountain biking. See Details
Squantz Pond State Park Squantz Pond State Park in New Fairfield, CT is dog friendly between October 1st to April 14th. Pets are not permitted during the summer season outside of these dates, but Fido is welcome to enjoy hiking with you in the cooler weather. This 172-acre public recreation area is located on the southwestern shore of the 270-acre Squantz Pond, offering opportunities for fishing, hiking, picnicking and boating. See Details
Mount Tom State Park Mount Tom State Park in Litchfield, CT is pet friendly in some areas. You can hang out with Fido on the trails or in the picnic areas, but dogs are not allowed on the beaches or in the water. Dog owners are reminded to leash and clean up after their pets in the park. See Details
Macedonia Brook State Park Leashed dogs are welcome at Macedonia Brook State Park, a pet-friendly park in Kent, CT, where you and Fido can hike the Blue Trail across Cobble Mountain. There are many other trails that offer scenic views through the park. Dogs are welcome on the hiking trails and in the picnic areas, but are not permitted in the campgrounds. See Details
Lovers Leap State Park Lovers Leap State Park is a dog-friendly park on 160 acres, where you and your leashed pup are welcome to explore hiking trails, scenic vistas and historic ruins. This beautiful park is divided by the Housatonic River in New Milford, CT. Enjoy crossing Lovers Leap Bridge and a variety of walking paths with your best friend in tow. See Details
Baldwin Park Baldwin Park, located behind the local middle school, is a pet-friendly park in New Milford, CT. Offering open fields for Fido to enjoy off leash, this park is sure to be a big hit with your pup. Enjoy an outing with your best friend exploring the various walking paths, wooded trails and a nearby stream. See Details
Railroad Ramble The Railroad Ramble 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 Lakeville! The map below shows a parking area with convenient access to the Railroad Ramble. 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
Harlem Valley Rail Trail The Harlem Valley Rail 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 Millerton! The map below shows a parking area with convenient access to the Harlem Valley Rail 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
Harlem Valley Rail Trail The Harlem Valley Rail 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 Amenia! The map below shows a parking area with convenient access to the Harlem Valley Rail 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
Housatonic Meadows State Park Leashed dogs are welcome at Housatonic Meadows State Park, a pet-friendly state park in Sharon, CT. This popular park is located in the rock-strewn valley of the Housatonic River and is a great place to get back to nature. Dogs are welcome on the hiking trails and in picnic areas, but are not permitted in the campground of the park. See Details
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