Dog Friendly Hiking Trails in Essex Junction, VT

There are 12 dog-friendly hiking trails within 20 miles of Essex Junction. 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 Essex Junction.

Pet Friendly East Woods Natural Area
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. See Details
Pet Friendly 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. See Details
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. See Details
Mt. Philo State Park Mt. Philo State Park is a pet-friendly recreation area in Charlotte, VT. The 168-acre park is located atop Mt. Philo (968' elevation) and overlooks the Lake Champlain Valley and the Adirondack Mountains of New York. The mountaintop picnic area offers spectacular views of the lake, valley, and mountains to the west. Your dog can join you for a hike as long as they're leashed and cleaned up after. See Details
Niquette Bay State Park Niquette Bay State Park is a pet-friendly recreation area in Colchester, VT. Located on the shore of Lake Champlain, this popular state park is great for dogs to explore. Leashed pets are allowed throughout the park except for the sand beach. Pets may swim off-leash at the Calm Cove area. Dog owners are reminded to clean up any mess that their pups leave behind. See Details
Underhill State Park Underhill State Park is a pet-friendly spot in Cambridge, VT. Bring Fido for a walk on one of the trails, a picnic in the pavilion, or simply relax in nature. It's situated on the west slope of 4,300 feet Mount Mansfield, in the 39,837-acre Mount Mansfield State Forest. Leashed dogs are welcome, as long as all mess is cleaned up after them. See Details
Reverence (Whales Tails) Reverence (Whales Tails) is a dog-friendly walking path in South Burlington, VT. Fido is welcome to join you on this 1.7-mile loop, but dogs must be kept on a leash. This path leads to Reverence, a sculpture by artist Jim Sardonis. See Details
Island Line Rail Trail The Island Line 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 Burlington! The map below shows a parking area with convenient access to the Island Line 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
Island Line Rail Trail The Island Line 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 Colchester! The map below shows a parking area with convenient access to the Island Line 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
Richmond Mountain Trails Fido can join you while you mountain bike along pet-friendly Richmond Mountain Trails in Richmond, VT. Ample parking can be found weekends at the Park & Ride lot on Rte. 2 between the on-ramps for I-89 North and South. Bus service is also available weekdays between Burlington and Montpelier. The posted address is for the park and ride lot. See Details
Battery Park Overlooking Waterfont Park and Lake Champlain, Battery Park was once the site of a military camp during the war of 1812 in Burlington, VT. Now a 14-acre historic park, Battery Park features include a promenade, playground, and historic monuments. The area is pet-friendly, but dogs must be leashed at all times and cleaned up after. See Details
Sunset Ridge and Long Trail Loop Sunset Ridge and Long Trail Loop are pet-friendly paths in Stow, VT. Dogs are welcome to hop on this trail and discover waterfalls and beautiful sights along the way. Some parts of the trail can be difficult, so be ready to lift Fido if he needs help. Clean up any mess left behind by your pooch. See Details
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