Dog Friendly Hiking Trails in Manchester-by-the-Sea, MA

Leashed dogs are welcome at Boston Public Garden, a famous, pet-friendly botanical garden in the center of Boston known for its swan boats, walking paths and sculptures.

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Halibut Point State Park

Rockport, MA

Halibut Point State Park

Halibut Point State Park is a dog-friendly outdoor recreation area in Rockport, MA. Leashed dogs are welcome to join you on the scenic hiking trails as you take in the stunning views.

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Maudslay State Park is a beautiful pet-friendly area in Newburyport, MA. This park is perfect for spending time exploring the trails with Fido. The area is home to 19th century gardens, rolling meadows, towering pines and one of the largest naturally-occurring stands of mountain laurel in the state. When the plants are in bloom, the gardens offer a stunning array of colors that have to be seen to be believed. Dogs are welcome to join their owners around the park on a leash, as long as all mess is cleaned up after them.

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Bradley Palmer State Park

Topsfield, MA

Bradley Palmer State Park

Leashed dogs can join you at Bradley Palmer State Park, a pet-friendly park in Topsfield, MA. Explore over 721 acres of meadows and forests along the park's scenic, wooded trails. Please note that pets are not permitted inside any of the buildings located at the park.

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Moseley Woods

Newburyport, MA

Moseley Woods

Moseley Woods along the Merrimack River in Newburyport, MA, offers several dog-friendly trails. Dogs are permitted off leash throughout the park with the exception of the playground, pavilion, and picnic areas. Please visit the park's website for a complete list of rules.

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Charles River Esplanade

Boston, MA

Charles River Esplanade

You and your leashed dog can spend a day of adventure along the banks of the river as you explore the Charles River Esplanade, a pet-friendly park in Boston, MA. Enjoy the park's paved pathways, scenic views, benches and abundant open space.

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Stage Fort Park

Gloucester, MA

Stage Fort Park

Leashed pups can join you at Stage Fort Park, a dog-friendly recreation space in Gloucester, MA. You and Fido can explore this popular park, though please note that dogs are not permitted on the two beaches. There is also a dog park located in the park's parking lot where Fido can play and socialize off leash.

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Belle Isle Marsh Reservation

Boston, MA

Belle Isle Marsh Reservation

Leashed dogs are welcome at Belle Isle Marsh Reservation, the city's last remaining salt marsh in Boston, MA. You and Fido can wander this scenic park's dog-friendly pathways as you look out for marsh birds and other wildlife.

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Amesbury Riverwalk

Amesbury, MA

Amesbury Riverwalk

The Amesbury Riverwalk 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 dog-friendly "rail-trail" is now a great place to walk Fido in Amesbury! The map below shows a parking area with convenient access to the Amesbury Riverwalk. 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.

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Deer Island HarborWalk

Winthrop, MA

Deer Island HarborWalk

Leashed dogs are welcome at Deer Island HarborWalk in Winthrop, MA, which offers miles of paved, pet-friendly pathways for you and Fido to explore. While scenic throughout, this park's highest vantage point offers sweeping views of downtown Boston and the Harbor.

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Pope John Paul II Park Reservation

Boston, MA

Pope John Paul II Park Reservation

Leashed dogs are welcome to enjoy the pet-friendly trails and picnic spots at Pope John Paul II Park Reservation in Boston, MA. This scenic park offers paved trails adjacent to the water in the park.

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Salem Common

Salem, MA

Salem Common

Leashed dogs are welcome at Salem Common, a pet-friendly park in Salem, MA. Wander the paths through this historic park that features memorials, monuments and more.

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Halibut Point Reservation

Rockport, MA

Halibut Point Reservation

Halibut Point Reservation is a dog-friendly hiking area in Rockport, MA. The park is adjacent to Halibut Point State Park. Leashed dogs are welcome to join you on the 2.5 mile trail at this former quarry. Enjoy amazing views of the ocean on the scenic path.

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Winnekenni Park

Haverhill, MA

Winnekenni Park

Winnekenni Park (named for the Algonquin word meaning "very beautiful") is a pet-friendly conservation area in Haverhill, MA, where leashed dogs can join their humans. You and Fido can explore the many lakes, ponds, nearly 10-miles of trails and even Winnekenni Castle at this scenic park.

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Rose Kennedy Greenway

Boston, MA

Rose Kennedy Greenway

Rose Kennedy Greenway is a pet-friendly, linear green space with five parks nestled in a mile-long ribbon in Boston, MA. Leashed dogs are welcome to join their humans as they explore the parks, enjoy the sculptures and public art, picnic, relax on the grass, grab a meal from a food truck or vendor and spend the day or evening in the great outdoors.

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Ravenswood Park

Gloucester, MA

Ravenswood Park

Dogs are welcome at Ravenswood Park, a pet-friendly nature reserve in Gloucester, MA. You and Fido can explore the 10-miles of crushed-stone trails that are also popular with cross-country skiers during the winter. Dogs must be leashed in the parking area. Please clean up after your pup during your visit.

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Boston Common

Boston, MA

Boston Common

Leashed dogs are welcome to join you at Boston Common, a pet-friendly recreation space in Boston, MA. Enjoy the beautiful walking trails, monuments and shady picnic spaces throughout the year at this popular city park.

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Neponset River Greenway

Boston, MA

Neponset River Greenway

The Neponset River Greenway 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 dog-friendly "rail-trail" is now a great place to walk Fido in Boston! The map below shows a parking area with convenient access to the Neponset River Greenway. 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.

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Paul Revere Park

Boston, MA

Paul Revere Park

Leashed dogs are welcome to explore Paul Revere Park Dog Park, a pet-friendly urban park in Boston, MA. This park offers paved walkways, scenic city views, picnic spaces and more. While this space is not fenced like a typical dog park, pups are also allowed to romp off-leash in designated areas throughout this waterfront location.

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Willowdale State Forest

Ipswich, MA

Willowdale State Forest

Willowdale State Forest is a pet-friendly natural space in Topsfield and Ipswich, MA, where you and Fido can explore over 40-miles of scenic, wooded trails. The space also features Hood Pond which is popular for boating and fishing. Dogs must be leashed and cleaned up after throughout their visit.

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