Dog Friendly Hiking Trails in Salem, NH

There are 44 dog-friendly hiking trails within 20 miles of Salem. 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 Salem.

Pet Friendly Maudslay State Park
Maudslay State Park 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. See Details
Pet Friendly Moseley Woods
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. See Details
Great Brook Farm State Park Great Brook Farm State Park is a pet-friendly park in Carlisle, MA. Leashed dogs can join their humans in exploring the 20 miles of trails together. The trails are popular for cross-country skiing in the winter. There is also a working dairy farm, complete with resident farm animals, on the property. See Details
Piscataquog River Park Piscataquog River Park in Manchester, NH features pet-friendly nature trails that meander alongside the river. There is also a baseball field, soccer field, and fishing spots. Dogs must remain leashed while at the park. See Details
Vietnam Veteran's Park Leashed dogs are welcome at Vietnam Veteran's Park, a pet-friendly park in Billerica, MA. You and Fido can explore trails, ponds, conservation spaces and even the off-leash Billerica Dog Park at this spacious and popular recreation site. Please be sure to keep pups on-leash during their visit unless they are within the fenced dog park space. See Details
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. See Details
Derry Rail Trail The Derry Rail Trail is a pet-friendly path located in Derry, NH. You and Fido can follow this four-mile trail through wetlands, woods and Derry’s town center. The Derry Rail Trail was historically part of the Boston & Maine railroad. See Details
Livingston Park Livingston Park is a pet-friendly park in Manchester, NH. This beautiful, wooded trail is a wonderful place to bring your pet for an on-leash walk. Popular with runners, bikers, and families. Wildlife is spotted frequently too. See Details
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. See Details
Camp Acton Bring your dog to walk on Camp Acton's trails in Acton, MA. Leashed pets are welcome. See Details
Mine Falls Park Mine Falls Park is a pet-friendly 325-acre park in Nashua, NH. Bring Fido for a day of exploring the trails. In the winter, you can go cross-country skiing with your furry friend. See Details
Rockingham Recreational Rail Trail (Portsmouth Branch) Rockingham Recreational Rail Trail (Portsmouth Branch) 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 and around Manchester and Derry. This location is to parking for the trail in Derry. See Details
Windham Rail Trail The Windham Rail 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 Windham! The map below shows a parking area with convenient access to the Windham Rail 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
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. See Details
Rogers Park Leashed dogs can join their humans at Rogers Park, a pet-friendly recreation space in Chestnut Hill, MA. The park features pathways and wide open spaces perfect for relaxing and walking with Fido. See Details
Harold Parker State Forest Harold Parker State Forest is a pet-friendly natural space in Andover, MA. Leashed dogs are welcome to join you in exploring 35-miles of trails that weave around woodland adjacent to 11 pretty ponds. For a nice easy trail, you can hop on the Yellow Diamond Trail, which takes you to and around Salem Pond. See Details
Heart Pond Leashed dogs are allowed to join their humans at Heart Pond, a pet-friendly recreation area in Chelmsford, MA. Fido is welcome on the trails and scenic picnic spaces here. You can even kayak, canoe or stand-up paddle board on this popular pond. Please note that dogs are not permitted in the roped-off swimming area. See Details
Rockingham Recreational Rail Trail (Portsmouth Branch) The Rockingham Recreational Rail Trail (Portsmouth Branch) 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 Newfields! The map below shows a parking area with convenient access to the Rockingham Recreational Rail Trail (Portsmouth Branch). 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
Derry Rail Trail Derry Rail 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 Derry! The map below shows a parking area with convenient access to the Windham Depot to Derry 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
Bumblebee Park Bumblebee Park is a dog-friendly trail in Littleton, MA. Please keep your dog leashed while exploring this half-mile loop. There is a parking area on the side of Bumblebee Lane, and crossing Hardwood Avenue will lead you and Fido to the gate entrance for the trail. See Details
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