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Dog Friendly Hiking Trails in Vermont

If your dog likes to ruff it, bring Fido hiking in Vermont. Our dog friendly hiking section includes everything from easy one-hour walks to fantastic overnight trips in Vermont that won’t be soon forgotten. Seriously, go take a hike!

Pet Friendly Smugglers' Notch State Park

Smugglers' Notch State Park

Smugglers' Notch State Park

Named for a narrow pass through the Green Mountains, Smugglers' Notch State Park provides incredible views along a variety of dog-friendly trails in Stowe, VT. Ponds, streams and waterfalls can be found throughout the park. Campground facilities provide a place to rest and relax surrounded by breathtaking natural vistas. Historic structures dot the park and a provide a sense of times past. Leashed dogs are permitted throughout the park. The park is open mid-May through mid-October.

Pet Friendly Kingdom Trails

Kingdom Trails

Lyndonville, VT

Lyndonville, VT's Kingdom Trails are pet friendly. KTA offers more than 100 miles of quality non-motorized, multi-use, all four seasons, and all level of ability trails. Leashed dogs are welcome on the trails Monday through Thursday. Dog owners are reminded to clean up any mess left behind by pups.

Taconic Ramble State Park

Taconic Ramble State Park

Taconic Ramble State Park in Castleton, VT, is pet friendly. Bring your dog for a leashed stroll around this lovely park, which includes a Japanese garden and numerous trails that are located on steep, rocky, challenging terrain. Please note that you and your furry friend must trek up a very steep, hilly trail to access the garden.

Stowe Recreation Path

Stowe Recreation Path

Stowe Recreation Path is a dog-friendly trail in Stowe, VT. Bring Fido for a walk on the 5.3-mile recreational paved path. it criss-crosses the West Branch of Little River and includes breathtaking mountain views and access to restaurants, lodges and local businesses. Dogs welcome on leash.

Marsh-Billings-Rockefeller National Historic Park

Marsh-Billings-Rockefeller National Historic Park

Marsh-Billings-Rockefeller National Historic Park in Woodstock, VT is dog friendly. This gorgeous landscape of maple trees, hemlocks, covered bridges and old stone walls is a beautiful place to explore with your on-leash pet.

Mile Around Woods

North Bennington, VT

Mile Around Woods

Leashed dogs are welcome on the loop through the Mile Around Woods in North Bennington, VT. Further west (look for the open fields), dogs may be off-leash. During the summer, please ensure that dogs stay out of the endangered grassland birds' nesting site (it's well-marked), and to pick up after Fido at all times.

West River Trail

West River Trail

The West River 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 Townshend! The map below shows a parking area with convenient access to the West River 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.

East Woods Natural Area

South Burlington, VT

East Woods Natural Area

East Woods Natural Area is a relatively undisturbed, 40-acre, mixed hardwood and conifer forest in South Burlington, VT. You and your leashed pooch to explore a 1-mile hilly loop trail. The Potash Brook runs through the middle of East Woods and the sunlit openings in the canopy allow for the regeneration of plant growth on the forest floor, which makes a pleasant surrounding for Fido to explore by your side. East Woods Natural Area can be accessed every day of the week from dawn until dusk.

Niquette Bay State Park Trail

Niquette Bay State Park Trail

The Niquette Bay State Park Trail is a pet-friendly path in Colchester, VT. This 3.2 mile-trail is accessible to most levels of canine and human hiker. If you come during peak season at the end of April, you'll see a selection of lovely wildflowers. Remember to keep your pup leashed and clean up after them.

Pinnacle Meadows Trail

Pinnacle Meadows Trail

Pinnacle Meadows Trail is pet-friendly. This beautiful trail offers easier access to Stowe Pinnacle than other pathways. The best time to visit is during fall, where you'll be treated to a beautiful natural display as the trees turn a variety of colors. Peak foliage change begins in mid-September and continues through October. Leashed dogs are welcome to join their owners on the trail, as long as they are cleaned up after.

Wiessner Woods

Wiessner Woods is a dog-friendly recreational area located in beautiful Stowe, VT. The area is densely wooded and offers a variety of outdoor activities including hiking, snowshoeing, cross-country skiing and more. You and Fido can meander through towering pines and spruce, or splash around in one of the streams running through the property.

Bennington Battle Monument

Bennington Battle Monument

Bennington Battle Monument is pet-friendly. Standing over 306ft tall, the monument was completed and dedicated in 1891 and constructed from blue-grey magnesian limestone. Commemorating the Battle of Bennington in the Revolutionary War, the trails and grounds surrounding the monument welcome leashed dogs to explore with their owners. The Monument is open Friday through Monday from 10am to 5pm.

The Mile-Around Woods

The Mile-Around Woods

The Mile-Around Woods is a pet-friendly conservation area that's open to the public in Bennington, VT. Bring Fido for a stroll on one of the many walking trails that go through open fields, wooded areas, and in the small valley along Paran Creek. Dogs are required to be on a leash in the main areas, but can be off leash on the outer ends of the property (see map below).

Oxbow Riverfront Park

Oxbow Riverfront Park

Oxbow Park is a dog-friendly recreation area in Morristown, VT, where two and four-legged visitors can explore together. Amenities of the park include athletic fields, picnic tables, a community garden, a pavilion and access to the Lamoille River.

Oakledge Park

Oakledge Park is a dog-friendly park located in the South End of Burlington, VT. Nestled along the shores of Lake Champlain, bring Fido to enjoy beautiful waterfront views while you have a picnic or relax at a bench. There are walking trails, pavilions, grills, restrooms, and convenient parking. Keep Fido leashed and clean up after him.

West River Trail

South Londonderry, VT

West River Trail

The West River 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 South Londonderry! The map below shows a parking area with convenient access to the West River 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.

Equinox Preserve

Equinox Preserve

Bring Fido along while you explore the pet-friendly Equinox Preserve in Manchester, VT. The area is 914 acres and offers trails at all levels of difficulty. Along the way, you'll witness all kinds of wildlife and natural areas protected by the Vermont Land Trust. Dogs must be under control at all times, and on leash on Pond Loop or when approaching other trail users. Remember to clean up after your pet.

Quechee State Park

Quechee State Park

Quechee State Park in Hartford, VT is pet friendly. You and your pup can enjoy outstanding views of the stunning Quechee Gorge and get in some steps on the trails. Dogs must be leashed at all times, and you must clean up after your pet.

Willoughby State Forest

Willoughby State Forest

Willoughby State Forest is a dog-friendly forest and state park in Sutton, VT. Your leashed, friendly, vaccinated dog is welcome to join you as you travel throughout, and enjoy, the forest. Enjoy the lake views, Autumn foliage, or mountains while you're there.

Wrights Mountain Trailhead

Wrights Mountain Trailhead

Wrights Mountain Trail is a 1.6 mile lightly trafficked out and back trail located near Bradford, Vermont that features a great forest setting. The trail is good for all skill levels and primarily used for hiking, walking, and nature trips. Dogs are also able to use this trail but must be kept on leash.

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