There are 7 dog friendly hiking trails in Princeton. 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 Princeton.
Mercer County Park
Mercer County Park is full of winding pet-friendly trails to enjoy with your pooch. Located in West Windsor, some of the pathways are covered and lit to enjoy in the darkness. Dogs are welcome on a leash, as long as all mess is cleaned up after them. Mercer County Park is open every day of the week from 6:30am to 10:00pm.
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Delaware and Raritan Canal State Park
The Delaware and Raritan Canal State Park is dog-friendly. This popular recreation corridor in New Jersey passes through miles and miles of canal country. Lots of people enjoy canoeing, jogging, hiking, bicycling, fishing and horseback riding in the area. The trail spans 70 miles in total, through fields and forests, perfect for pooches who love the outdoors. Dog owners are reminded to keep their pooch on a leash and to clean up any mess that is left behind.
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Mountain Lakes Open Space Area
Mountain Lakes Open Space Area provides hiking opportunities along with picturesque views in Princeton, NJ. The 75-acre protected area has 8 miles of easy dog-friendly hikes. Just keep Fido on a leash while on the trails. You can also fish in the beautiful man-made lake.
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Delaware and Raritan Canal State Park Trail
The Delaware and Raritan Canal State Park 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 Princeton! The map below shows a parking area with convenient access to the Delaware and Raritan Canal State Park 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.
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Kingston Branch Loop Trail
The Kingston Branch Loop 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 Princeton! The map below shows a parking area with convenient access to the Kingston Branch Loop 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.
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Trolley Line Trail
The Trolley Line 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 Princeton Junction! The map below shows a parking area with convenient access to the Trolley Line 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.
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Mountain Lakes Nature Preserve Trail
Mountain Lakes Nature Preserve Trail is pet-friendly. You are welcome to bring your pooch with you to explore this 2.2-mile picturesque hiking trail. It's a loop, so you can end up back at where you started off with a variety of activity options throughout the year as well. Dogs must be on a leash under six feet and all mess should be cleaned up after them.
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Landsdown Trail
The Landsdown 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 Clinton! The map below shows a parking area with convenient access to the Landsdown 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.
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Rutgers Garden
There is a wonderful expanse of gardens here made by Rutgers University, as well as tons of hiking trails along the Raritan River. Trails are well maintained and easy to walk on. The gardens are well manicured and have lots of places to sit and enjoy. Pets must be on a secure leash at all times.
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Thompson Park
Thompson Park is a pet-friendly recreation area that spans 675 acres. There's an off-leash dog area and miles and miles of wooded pathways to enjoy at this park. Wildlife lovers will relish the chance to spot a variety of animals hanging out in the park. The park can be accessed every day of the week from 8am until 8pm.
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Bicentennial Park
A nice little park on a 7 mile long lake. There are hiking trails in the woods along the lake with many places to sit and enjoy. There are lots of fish in the lake, and it is a popular place to fish. The lake allows non-motorized boats, so it's also a great place to kayak with you dog. You can stop at many enclaves to give you and the dog a rest. The community park has a paved path for the disabled, as well as picnic areas with grills, a soccer field, and tennis courts. Dogs must be leashed within the park.
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D & L Trail - Delaware Canal Towpath
The D & L Trail - Delaware Canal Towpath is a multi-use trail preserved from a historic canal towpath that's a great place to walk Fido in New Hope! The map below shows a parking area with convenient access to the D & L Trail - Delaware Canal Towpath. 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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D & L Trail - Delaware Canal Towpath
The D & L Trail - Delaware Canal Towpath is a multi-use trail preserved from a historic canal towpath that's a great place to walk Fido in Washington Crossing! The map below shows a parking area with convenient access to the D & L Trail - Delaware Canal Towpath. 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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Delaware and Raritan Canal State Park Trail
The Delaware and Raritan Canal State Park 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 Somerset! The map below shows a parking area with convenient access to the Delaware and Raritan Canal State Park 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.
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Bristol Spurline Park
The Bristol Spurline Park 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 Bristol! The map below shows a parking area with convenient access to the Bristol Spurline Park. 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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Delaware and Raritan Canal State Park Trail
The Delaware and Raritan Canal State Park 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 Bound Brook! The map below shows a parking area with convenient access to the Delaware and Raritan Canal State Park 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.
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Jamesburg Park Conservation Area
Jamesburg Park Conservation Area is home to Helmetta Lake Park, where dog-friendly trails weave around a lake and there are lots of outdoor activities to enjoy with your pooch. This park offers small walking paths, a large lake, a walking dock, playground, picnic area and more. There are also dog poop disposal stations for you to clean up after your pet. The park is open Monday through Friday from 8:30am to 4:00pm.
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D & L Trail - Delaware Canal Towpath
The D & L Trail - Delaware Canal Towpath is a multi-use trail preserved from a historic canal towpath that's a great place to walk Fido in Bristol! The map below shows a parking area with convenient access to the D & L Trail - Delaware Canal Towpath. 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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Delaware and Raritan Canal State Park Trail
The Delaware and Raritan Canal State Park 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 Lambertville! The map below shows a parking area with convenient access to the Delaware and Raritan Canal State Park 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.
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Capoolong Creek Wildlife Management Area
The Capoolong Creek Wildlife Management Area 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 Pittstown! The map below shows a parking area with convenient access to the Capoolong Creek Wildlife Management Area. 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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Stony Brook-Millstone Watershed Association
The Stony Brook-Millstone Watershed Association in Pennington, NJ is situated on a 930-acre nature reserve that boasts 10 miles of environmentally pristine trails open year-around dawn to dusk.
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Delaware and Raritan Canal State Park Trail
The Delaware and Raritan Canal State Park 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 Trenton! The map below shows a parking area with convenient access to the Delaware and Raritan Canal State Park 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.
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