Dog Friendly Hiking Trails in Norton, MA

There are 41 dog-friendly hiking trails within 20 miles of Norton. 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 Norton.

Pet Friendly Borderland State Park
Borderland State Park Leashed dogs are welcome at Borderland State Park in Easton, MA. This pet-friendly park offers over 20-miles of hiking trails to explore and many ponds that water-loving canines will enjoy. See Details
Pet Friendly Lincoln Woods State Park
Lincoln Woods State Park Lincoln Woods State Park in Lincoln, RI, is one of Blackstone Valley's great treasures. A short ride from Providence, Pawtucket, and Cumberland, it is a popular getaway for northeastern Rhode Islanders. Visitors can enjoy walking their leashed dogs with certification papers at this park in the day-use areas. Pets must be on a leash no longer than 6 feet, and are prohibited from all state bathing beaches from April 1st through September 30th. See Details
F. Gilbert Hills State Forest Leashed dogs are allowed at F. Gilbert Hills State Forest, a pet-friendly natural space in Foxboro, MA. This 1000-acre state forest is home to 23-miles of trails for you and Fido to explore. The park is also part of the 30-mile Warner Trail, stretching from Sharon, MA, to Diamond Hill State Park in Rhode Island. There is also a scenic, paved picnic area in the forest for when you need to fuel up and rest. See Details
Ames Nowell State Park Leashed dogs are welcome at Ames Nowell State Park in Abington, MA. You can bring Fido with you to enjoy over ten miles of pet-friendly trails that weave around the woodland adjacent to Cleveland Pond, which is popular for fishing and boating. See Details
Massasoit State Park Dogs are welcome to join their owners at Massasoit State Park in East Taunton, MA. The park is home to a number of trails that weave around the pretty ponds located in the area. The best time of year to visit is in the fall, when the scarlet cranberry bogs and pine trees turn to stunning shades of contrasting colors. Pets must be leashed and cleaned up after during their visit. See Details
Blue Hills Reservation Leashed dogs can join their humans in exploring miles of hiking and biking trails with scenic views and differing levels of difficulty at the dog-friendly Blue Hills Reservation in Milton, MA. Parking is available at Houghton Pond or in limited spots along the road. See Details
Bare Cove Park Enjoy a scenic, dog-friendly walk through the woods or along the riverfront with your leashed pup at Bare Cove Park in Hingham, MA. The 484-acre park is located along the banks of the Weymouth Back River and offers several riverside and woodland trails, as well as paved roadways to explore with Fido. See Details
Ashland State Park Leashed dogs are welcome at Ashland State Park in Ashland, MA. This pet-friendly park offers a scenic trail around the reservoir for you and Fido to explore. Please note that dogs are not permitted on the beaches or in swimming areas during the summer months. See Details
Chase Farms Chase Farms is a dog-friendly, preserved green space in Lincoln, RI. Bring Fido for hiking here at the 1.7-mile loop trail that takes you around the farm, or for some romping in the fields. Afterward, your pup can cool off in the pond. See Details
Southern New England Trunkline Trail The Southern New England Trunkline 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 dog-friendly "rail-trail" is now a great place to walk Fido in Franklin! The map below shows a parking area with convenient access to the Southern New England Trunkline 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
Webb Memorial State Park Leashed dogs are allowed at Webb Memorial State Park, a pet-friendly park in Weymouth, MA. You and Fido can explore the walkways around this peninsula that extends half a mile into Hingham Bay. Fishing, picnicking and enjoying the scenic views of Boston Harbor and the skyline beyond are all popular activities to partake in. See Details
Noanet Woodlands This Dover public park is wildly popular with local dog-owners. Noanet Woodlands welcomes up to two dogs per person, and pets must remain on-leash. The Lower Mill Pond is not pet friendly, and guests are asked to not allow their dogs to approach others. The adjacent Powisset Farm does not allow pets. See Details
World War I Memorial Park and Zoo The WWI Memorial Zoo was started in 1968 with only 2 deer. In 1970, a memorial was dedicated to Pvt. Edward P. Nolan, as his efforts were instrumental in the establishment of the WWI Park. We now have grown to much more. Near the Fire Tower in the playground parking lot is a great lookout point as the park is located 390 feet above sea level and is the highest point in Bristol County, on Watery Hill.

Dogs must be leashed and kept 30 feet back from animals' fences. Please clean up after your dog! The park is open 7 days a week at 365 Elmwood Street, there is no admission fee.
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Blackstone River Greenway The Blackstone 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 Manville! The map below shows a parking area with convenient access to the Blackstone 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. See Details
Natural Resources Trust Leashed dogs are welcome at Natural Resources Trust, a dog-friendly outdoor space in Easton, MA, where you can enjoy nature, including walking trails, and may even spot some wild animals that call the space home. The Trust encourages you to bring water for your pet, and you are welcome to bring a picnic lunch to enjoy. Please note that pets should be checked for ticks after visiting, and are not permitted during events and other large gatherings. See Details
Blackstone River Greenway The Blackstone 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 "rail-trail" is now a great place to walk Fido in Cumberland! The map below shows a parking area with convenient access to the Blackstone 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. See Details
Wrentham State Forest Leashed dogs are welcome to join their humans at Wrentham State Forest, a pet-friendly park in Wrentham, MA. The park covers 1,000 acres, and is home to numerous weaving, wooded trails. One of the other perks of this park is the links to the Warner Trail, a 30-mile hiking trail through Massachusett's Norfolk County down to Rhode Island. See Details
Wilson Mountain Reservation Leashed dogs are welcome at Wilson Mountain Reservation, a pet-friendly, 207-acre park in Dedham, MA. While not a true mountain, this hilltop park offers scenic views and numerous pathways for you and Fido to explore. See Details
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
Quincy Quarries Reservation Leashed pups are welcome at Quincy Quarries Reservation, a pet-friendly park in Quincy, MA. This former quarry is now a mecca for rock climbers to hang out with their pups. You and Fido can explore the park's trails that weave around the jutting rocks throughout the area. There are a number of picnic areas dotted around the park as well. See Details
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