Dog Friendly Hiking Trails in Rochester, VT

There are 9 dog-friendly hiking trails within 20 miles of Rochester. 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 Rochester.

Pet Friendly Marsh-Billings-Rockefeller National Historic Park
Marsh-Billings-Rockefeller National Historic Park Marsh-Billings-Rockefeller National Historic Park in Woodstock, VT is dog friendly. This gorgeous landscape of maple trees, hemlocks, covered bridges and old stone walls is a beautiful place to explore with your on-leash pet. See Details
Pet Friendly Sugarbush Resort
Sugarbush Resort Sugarbush Resort is pet-friendly. In summer, leashed dogs are welcome on our designated hiking trails and disc golf course. Unfortunately, dogs cannot go everywhere with you. Dogs are not permitted on lifts, ski trails during operating hours, in retail & food establishments, on the golf course, in the school house, or at the SHARC. Operating hours vary by season. See Details
Lefferts Pond Lefferts Pond in Chittenden, VT is pet friendly. While you’re in Vermont, be sure to take your pup on a walk on one of the many beautiful hiking trails in the area like Lefferts Pond Area. Leashed dogs are welcome on the trails, as long as they are well-behaved and all mess is cleaned up to preserve the cleanliness of the pond. See Details
Killington Peak via Bucklin Trail Killington Peak via Bucklin Trail is a pet-friendly hike in Mendon, VT. At just over seven miles there and back, this more strenuous pathway is no walk in the park, but it’s worth every step. Hikers are rewarded with panoramic views of three state’s most-prized mountain ranges: Green Mountain, the White Mountains of New Hampshire and the Adirondacks of New York. Leashed dogs are welcome on the pathway, as long as they are well-behaved and cleaned up after. See Details
Gifford Woods State Park Bring Fido to Gifford Woods State Park in Killington, VT. This pet-friendly recreation space welcomes pups and their owners to explore together while enjoying activities like camping, hiking, fishing, picnicking and more. Pets are permitted in the Moose, Coyote, and Whitetail cabins. Owners are responsible for cleaning up after their pets. See Details
Allis State Park Allis State Park is a dog-friendly recreation area in Randolph, VT. Four-legged friends are invited to join you at this state park, located at the summit of Bear Hill, for a variety of activities, including picnics, hiking, camping and more. Owners are responsible for cleaning up after their pets. See Details
Coolidge State Forest Four-legged friends are welcome to visit the pet-friendly Coolidge State Forest in Plymouth, VT. This nature preserve offers an array of amenities for visitors, including hiking trails, photography, waterfalls and more. Owners are responsible for cleaning up after their pets. See Details
Silver Lake State Park Outdoor enthusiasts and their four-legged companions are welcome to explore Silver Lake State Park in Barnard, VT. This pet-friendly recreation area boasts amenities like fishing, camping, boating, picnicking and more. Dogs aren't permitted on the sandy beach or in the designated swimming area, but they are welcome everywhere else in the park. Owners are responsible for cleaning up after their pets. See Details
Aitken State Forest Mendon, VT is home to Aitken State Forest, a 918-acre, pet-friendly recreation area welcoming dogs and their owners to explore together. Outdoor enthusiasts and their furry adventuring companions are invited to visit this park for day hikes, bird watching, dog walking, snowshoeing, cross-country skiing and more. Owners are responsible for cleaning up after their pets. See Details
Rochester, VT, US