Dog Friendly Hiking Trails in Little Compton, RI

There are 18 dog-friendly hiking trails within 20 miles of Little Compton. 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 Little Compton.

Cliff Walk

Newport, RI

Cliff Walk The Cliff Walk in Newport, RI, is a dog-friendly public trail with beautiful views of the Newport shoreline and historic Newport. The path is roughly 3.5 miles in length and is a great way to see the area's landscape. Leashed dogs are allowed on the trail as long as they are cleaned up after. See Details

Brenton Point State Park

Newport, RI

Brenton Point State Park Dog-friendly Brenton Point State Park in Newport, RI, offers visitors expansive views of the bay and ocean, picnic tables, walking trails, and gardens. Dogs are welcome to join their humans but must always be leashed. See Details

John H. Chafee Nature Preserve

North Kingstown, RI

John H. Chafee Nature Preserve Bring Fido with you to the pet-friendly John H. Chafee Nature Preserve in North Kingstown, RI. This recreation area features hiking trails to the beach that your leashed pup can join you on. Once you arrive by the water, you can partake in seasonal seal watching. See Details

Goddard Memorial State Park

Warwick, RI

Goddard Memorial State Park Goddard Memorial State Park attracts thousands of visitors each year as Rhode Island’s most popular Metropolitan Park. This dog-friendly recreation area offers a beautiful natural environment with spacious lawns, fields, and forested areas with a variety of trees from all over the world, including 62 deciduous and 19 evergreen species. There are 18 miles of bridle trails, picnic tables, 11 game fields, and a performing arts center for weddings, concerts, picnics and special events. Leashed dogs are welcome on most trails. See Details

Fort Taber Park

New Bedford, MA

Fort Taber Park Fort Taber Park welcomes leashed dogs at this pet-friendly historic fort in New Bedford, MA. Featuring a 50-acre waterfront park that provides over a mile of ocean frontage, this spot is sure to be a big hit with Fido. Enjoy a walk on over one mile of walking paths near the shore. Pets must be cleaned up after during their visit, and a parking pass is required. See Details

Lloyd Center for the Environment

South Dartmouth, MA

Lloyd Center for the Environment Bring your pet to explore the beautiful trails at dog-friendly Lloyd Center for the Environment in South Dartmouth, MA. Pups are welcome off leash before 10am and after 3pm, but they must remain on a leash if visiting during the day. Dogs must be cleaned up after and are not permitted in the Raptor Zone. See Details

Freetown-Fall River State Forest

Assonet, MA

Freetown-Fall River State Forest Freetown-Fall River State Forest is dog friendly. Located within the Bridgewater Triangle of Assonet, MA, this forest sprawls out over 5,000 acres across the Massachusetts back-country. The area is not for the faint-hearted, however, as it's long been known as a spooky and mysterious place, stretching all the way back to the tumultuous times of Native tribes and early settlers. You can explore this stunning place along 25 miles of trails, but make sure Fido remains on a leash for the duration of your visit. See Details

Washington Secondary Bike Path

Cranston, RI

Washington Secondary Bike Path The Washington Secondary Bike Path 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 Cranston! The map below shows a parking area with convenient access to the Washington Secondary Bike Path. 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

East Bay Bike Path (RI)

Riverside, RI

East Bay Bike Path (RI) The East Bay Bike Path (RI) 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 Riverside! The map below shows a parking area with convenient access to the East Bay Bike Path (RI). 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

Weetamoo Woods

Tiverton, RI

Weetamoo Woods Located adjacent to Pardon Gray Preserve, Weetamoo Woods features over six miles of hiking trails for you and Fido to enjoy in Tiverton, RI. This dog-friendly recreation area on 655 acres offers lots of options for shorter or longer hikes. Please remember to leash and clean up after your pup during your visit. See Details

Colt State Park

Bristol, RI

Colt State Park Bristol, RI is home to Colt State Park, a pet-friendly outdoor recreation area where two- and four-legged friends can explore together. Spanning 464 acres, this park offers a beautiful view of the water and a range of amenities for visitors, including a bike path, open fields and hiking trails. Dogs must be on a leash no longer than six feet, and owners must clean up after their animals. See Details

Phoenix Bike Trail

Fairhaven, MA

Phoenix Bike Trail The Phoenix Bike 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 Fairhaven! The map below shows a parking area with convenient access to the Phoenix Bike 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

Fort Adams Bay Walk

Newport, RI

Fort Adams Bay Walk Fort Adams Bay Walk is a dog-friendly trail located inside Fort Adams State Park in Newport, RI. Fido can tag along for this scenic walk, but dogs must be kept on a leash. Fort Adams Bay Walk runs along Narragansett Bay, Newport Harbor and Brenton Cove. Visitors can view multiple lighthouses and the famous Goat Island. See Details

Fort Wetherill State Park

Jamestown, RI

Fort Wetherill State Park Fort Wetherill State Park in Jamestown, RI is pet friendly. Spanning 61.5 acres, this outdoor recreation area features beautiful views of the ocean and an array of activities for visitors to partake in. Whether you're hoping to unwind with a picnic or spend some time exercising along the hiking trails, this local park is a great spot to explore with Fido. Dogs must be on a leash no longer than six feet, and owners must clean up after their animals. See Details

Beavertail State Park

Jamestown, RI

Beavertail State Park Beavertail State Park is a coastal outdoor recreation area in Jamestown, RI. This pet-friendly park welcomes dogs to take in the view of the ocean alongside their owners. During a visit, parkgoers can hike along shoreline trails, enjoy a picnic, saltwater fish, and check out the third-oldest lighthouse in North America, built in 1856. Dogs must be on a leash no longer than six feet, and owners must clean up after their animals. See Details

Pardon Gray Preserve

Tiverton, RI

Pardon Gray Preserve Nestled alongside Weetamoo Woods, Pardon Gray Preserve features 1.8 miles of hiking trails for you and Fido to enjoy in Tiverton, RI. This pet-friendly recreation area on 229 acres takes you through a mix of fields and woods. Please remember to leash and clean up after your pup during your visit. See Details

Haines Memorial State Park

Barrington, RI

Haines Memorial State Park Haines Memorial State Park is a dog-friendly recreation area in Barrington, RI. Picnic areas, sports fields, boating and saltwater fishing are just some of the activities parkgoers can enjoy during a visit to this local park. Dogs must be on a leash no longer than six feet, and owners must clean up after their animals. See Details

Hathaway Park

Freetown, MA

Hathaway Park Located on an arm of Shepherds Cove in Freetown, MA, Hathaway Park is a beautiful 6-acre dog-friendly open space with pathways, an open field, and playground. Enjoy an afternoon riverside walk or picnic with Fido. A pet waste station is provided to keep this beautiful area clean for visitors. See Details