Dog Friendly Hiking Trails in Redding, CT

There are 2 dog-friendly hiking trails in Redding, and 31 more nearby. 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 Redding.

Pet Friendly Collis P. Huntington State Park
Collis P. Huntington State Park Leashed dogs are welcome at Collis P. Huntington State Park in Redding, CT. The park offers a tranquil setting in which you can enjoy dog-friendly hiking trails, canoeing, and pond fishing in five ponds with your pup. See Details
Pet Friendly Putnam Memorial State Park
Putnam Memorial State Park Fido is welcome on the dog-friendly hiking trails and picnic areas of Putnam Memorial State Park in Redding, CT. This history-oriented public recreation area preserves the site that Major General Israel Putnam chose as the winter encampment for his men during the American Revolutionary War. Please note that Fido isn't permitted inside any buildings at the park. See Details
Lake Mohegan Open Space Lake Mohegan Open Space is a beautiful dog-friendly recreation area in Fairfield, CT. The scenic hiking trails take you around the lake, over a foot bridge, and through woodlands at this 170-acre property. Fido can enjoy some off-leash time on your hike after you reach the "100-foot" sign posted on the trail. Please make sure your pets are under voice control at all times and be sure to clean up after them. See Details
Sherwood Island State Park Sherwood Island State Park in Westport, CT welcomes leashed dogs in the off-season from October 1st to April 14th. This public recreation area can be found on the shore of Long Island Sound and offers swimming, fishing and dog-friendly trails. Pets are not allowed in the park during the summer season from April 15th through September 30th. See Details
Mianus River State Park Mianus River State Park, formerly the estate of singer and actress, Libby Holman, is a pet-friendly area in Stamford, CT. The river weaves through this 400-acre urban forest where visitors enjoy biking, fishing, hiking and horseback riding in the area. Leashed dogs are welcome as long as they're cleaned up after, but please note that commercial dog walking is not permitted. See Details
Mountain Lakes Park Trail Embark on a delightful adventure with Fido along the scenic Mountain Lakes Park Trail, a leisurely 5.15-mile hike within the picturesque Sal J. Prezioso Mountain Lakes Park in North Salem, NY. This hike should take approximately 3 hours of exploration and bonding time with your furry companion and allow you to hike around Westchester County's highest peak, which stands 982 feet tall. Explore forests and take a break in all the gorgeous four lakes. Dogs are not permitted in picnic areas and must be leashed. See Details
Ward Pound Ridge Reservation Trail Ward Pound Ridge Reservation Trail is a moderately easy, 7.5-mile hike in Pound Ridge, NY. You and your pup will enjoy this pet-friendly path with only a few moderate climbs. Your dog will delight in the stream crossings and hiking by your side on the wide road while you take in scenic vistas and historical points. Please note that dogs must be leashed and are not permitted in picnic areas. See Details
Babcock Preserve The Babcock Preserve is a pet-friendly area in Greenwich, CT, that's open to the public during daylight hours for hiking, walking, jogging, cross-country skiing, nature study, picnicking and horseback riding on designated trails. The 4.1-mile loop features forested land filled with a wide variety of wildlife. Leashed dogs are welcome. See Details
Tarrywile Park Bring Fido out for an afternoon of fun and exploration on the trails at pet-friendly Tarrywile Park in Danbury, CT. Leashed pups are welcome at this scenic park featuring plenty of parking, hiking trails, benches, picnic tables and a pond. See Details
Bartlett Arboretum & Gardens Bartlett Arboretum & Gardens is pet-friendly. Bring your pooch along to explore 12 miles of garden trails and wander around the Bartlett, a living classroom for people and dogs to experience and enjoy nature. They offer an enchanting environment, where you can explore the grounds with your pup, research a particular variety of plant or attend an event. Their trails will take you through beautiful gardens, past champion trees, and into native Connecticut habitats, alongside colonial stonewalls and over pristine wetlands. Bartlett Arboretum & Gardens is open every day of the week from dawn until dusk. See Details
Bear Mountain Reservation Leashed pets may join you on the hiking trails at Bear Mountain Reservation in Danbury, CT. This dog-friendly destination features beautiful woodlands and lovely views of Candlewood Lake on 140 acres of green space. See Details
Cranbury Park Located on 227 acres surrounding the historic Gallaher Mansion in Norwalk, CT, Cranbury Park offers some dog-friendly areas on the property for pups to run off leash. Dogs are also allowed on the trails and in the orchard, but they're not permitted on the Great Lawn or near the mansion, playground or pavilion. Please note a parking fee may apply when visiting. See Details
Pequonnock River Trail The Pequonnock River 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 Monroe! The map below shows a parking area with convenient access to the Pequonnock River 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
Southford Falls State Park Leashed dogs are welcome at Southford Falls State Park, a pet-friendly recreation area in Southbury, CT. This family park features a scenic waterfall, picnic areas, wooded hiking trails, a small covered bridge and a lake for fishing. See Details
Larkin State Park Trail The Larkin 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 Southbury! The map below shows a parking area with convenient access to the Larkin 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. See Details
Pequonnock River Trail The Pequonnock River 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 Trumbull! The map below shows a parking area with convenient access to the Pequonnock River 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
Waldo State Park Leashed dogs are welcome at Waldo State Park a pet-friendly park in Southbury, CT, where 150-acres has been set aside on the banks of Lake Lillinonah for preservation and recreation. You and Fido can enjoy a number of activities in the area, including bird watching fishing, hiking, horseback riding, hunting, and mountain biking. See Details
Squantz Pond State Park Squantz Pond State Park in New Fairfield, CT is dog friendly between October 1st to April 14th. Pets are not permitted during the summer season outside of these dates, but Fido is welcome to enjoy hiking with you in the cooler weather. This 172-acre public recreation area is located on the southwestern shore of the 270-acre Squantz Pond, offering opportunities for fishing, hiking, picnicking and boating. See Details
Paugussett State Forest Leashed dogs are welcome at Paugussett State Forest, a pet-friendly recreation area in Sandy Hook and Newtown, CT, that boasts boating, fishing, and hiking opportunities. Pups and their owners who are visiting the park between March and October may want to hit up the popular Zoar Trail, a 6.1-mile loop trail that takes in a number of the sights in the park, including a beautiful waterfall. See Details
Kettletown State Park Leashed dogs are welcome at Kettletown State Park, a pet-friendly natural area in Southbury, CT. Fido can join you in the shaded picnic areas and on the hiking trails throughout this 605-acre park. Please note that pets are not allowed on the beach or in the campground. See Details
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