Dog Friendly Hiking Trails in South Portland, ME

There are 3 dog-friendly hiking trails in South Portland, and 32 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 South Portland.

Pet Friendly Hinckley Park
Hinckley Park Hinckley Park is a pet-friendly 40-acre recreation area in South Portland, ME. Dogs must be leashed between the hours of 10:00 AM and 3:00 PM year-round. The park includes two scenic ponds surrounded by a 3/4 mile walking trail and additional wooded trails nearby to explore. See Details
Pet Friendly Bug Light Park
Bug Light Park Bug Light Park is a pet-friendly recreation area with over eight acres in South Portland, ME. Bring Fido along for a stroll or picnic near the water. Off-leash dogs are allowed as long as they are kept within 100-feet of you and under voice control. Pet waste must be bagged and properly disposed of in a trash receptacle. See Details
Eastern Trail The Eastern 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 Portland! The map below shows a parking area with convenient access to the South Portland Pathway. 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
Rachel Carson National Wildlife Refuge The Rachel Carson National Wildlife Refuge is a pet-friendly place in Wells, ME. Bring Fido out for a walk in nature, among the 50 miles of beautiful coastline. The terrain is diverse with sandy beaches, rocky seashores, and lush forests. Be sure to clean up after your pup and keep them leashed while exploring. See Details
Fort Williams Park Leashed dogs are welcome to enjoy Fort Williams Park with their humans in Cape Elizabeth, ME. Located adjacent to the famous Portland Head Light, this pet-friendly park offers more than 90 acres of space where you and your pup can enjoy a picnic, walk along the paths, explore the cliff-side loop and rocky beach, and spend a day in the great outdoors. Dogs must be leashed at all times. See Details
Royal River Park Royal River Park is a dog-friendly community park in Yarmouth, ME. One of Yarmouth's most beloved parks, you and your leashed dog can take the beautiful paved trail which runs the length of the park and passes three scenic waterfalls. Visitors can also enjoy picnic areas, open fields, river views, and admire a 75- to 200-year-old stand of hemlock. See Details
Mackworth Island Mackworth Island is a pet-friendly 100-acre state park in Falmouth, ME. It is a great place to walk dogs oceanside, taking in the sites or observing birds in the sanctuary. The island-walk circles the island and is about 1.5 miles long. Be sure to keep your pup on a leash at all times. See Details
Wolfe's Neck Woods State Park Wolfe's Neck Woods State Park features pet-friendly trails for you and Fido to explore along Maine's legendary coast in Freeport. Enjoy a hike on the popular Casco Bay Trail for a relatively easy adventure offering great views. Dogs are welcome on trails but not on the beaches. See Details
Portland Head Light The Portland Head Light is a pet-friendly lighthouse in Cape Elizabeth. Bring Fido to visit one of the most famous lighthouses in Maine to enjoy scenic views of the coast and walk the paved trails. Dogs are also welcome to explore other outdoor areas of the adjacent Fort Williams Park, as long as they are leashed. See Details
Robinson Woods Preserve Robinson Woods Preserve is a pet-friendly preservation area in Cape Elizabeth, ME. Bring Fido along while you discover the 145 acres of contiguous woodlands, fields, ponds, and over three miles of wooded walking trails. Please refer to their website for current hours when your pup can explore off-leash at the Outer Loop Trail and Pond Trail. See Details
Fels-Groves Farm Preserve Fels-Groves Farm Preserve is a pet-friendly 55-acre parcel of mature woods in Yarmouth, ME. The preserve features 1.2 miles of trails, on which you can expect to see abundant wildlife and scenic views. Leashed dogs are welcome to join their owners when walking at this recreation area. See Details
Mountain Division Trail The Mountain Division 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 Windham! The map below shows a parking area with convenient access to the Mountain Division 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
Mountain Division Trail The Mountain Division 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 Standish! The map below shows a parking area with convenient access to the Mountain Division 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
Hedgehog Mountain Trailhead Hedgehog Mountain Trailhead is the starting point for a great network of over five miles of pet-friendly trails in Freeport, ME. The pathways are marked and most loop back to the parking area. Please remember to leash and clean up after your pets. See Details
Pratt's Brook Park Pratt's Brook Park in Yarmouth, ME is pet friendly. Trek with your Terrier on six miles of hiking trails through piney woods and open meadows, with bridges and other crossings over the many tributaries of Pratt’s Brook around Yarmouth's largest park. See Details
Rotary Park Rotary Park is a pet-friendly spot in Biddeford, ME. Your pup is welcome to tag along as you explore the area. Amenities include a dog park, walking trails, a boat lunch and a nine-hole disc golf course. See Details
Eastern Promenade Trail The Eastern Promenade 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 Portland! The map below shows a parking area with convenient access to the Eastern Promenade 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
Ferry Beach State Park Ferry Beach State Park is a dog-friendly spot in Saco, ME. You can bring Fido with you to enjoy this stunning golden sand beach and surrounding area. Visitors are reminded that no pets are allowed on State Park beaches between April 1 and September 30, they should always be on a leash under six feet, and all mess should be cleaned up after them. Along the shore and among the forest, you'll notice a stand of tupelo trees, also known as black gum, from the pet-friendly nature trail that weaves around the shoreline and among the swampy marshes. See Details
Parson's Way Located off of Ocean Avenue, this popular, 2-mile long walking path winds along Kennebunkport's rugged and scenic coastline. Leashed dogs are welcome to join their owners on a walk along the Maine coastline at Parson's Way. See Details
Bradbury Mountain State Park Bradbury Mountain State Park is a dog-friendly place in Pownal, ME. Covering 800 acres of forested land in total, the park is home to 21 miles of hiking trails that can be used to explore the area. Bradbury Mountain is 485 feet high and offers wonderful views of the surrounding area from the top. Your pup is welcome to join you as long as they are on a leash no longer than six feet and are cleaned up after. See Details
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