Dog Friendly Hiking Trails in Walden, NY

There’s 1 dog-friendly hiking trail in Walden, and 35 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 Walden.

Vanderbilt Mansion National Historic Site

Hyde Park, NY

Vanderbilt Mansion National Historic Site Vanderbilt Mansion National Historic Site features beautiful grounds, gardens, and paved and wooded trails in Hyde Park, NY. Dogs are welcome to explore the property with you on a six-foot leash. Fido can enjoy the developed areas, the waterfront, the gardens and trails, but pets aren't permitted inside park facilities. Dog waste bags are provided on site for easy cleanup during your visit. See Details

Fishkill Ridge Trail

Cold Spring, NY

Fishkill Ridge Trail Fishkill Ridge Trail is a somewhat difficult 5-mile hike in Clarence Fahnestock State Park in Cold Spring, NY. This dog-friendly trail offers you and your pup challenging climbs, descents, and magnificent views of the river and bridge. If you are headed out during hunting season, be sure to wear orange. Dogs must remain on a leash no longer than 10 feet and are not allowed in public areas. Be sure to let Fido take a good drink, as the only water is at the beginning and end of this trail. See Details

Black Creek Preserve

Esopus, NY

Black Creek Preserve Black Creek Preserve is a pet-friendly destination in Esopus, NY. Leashed dogs are welcome to join you as you explore the area. While here, check out the family-friendly hike that takes you to a suspension bridge spanning the creek and down the Hudson River shoreline. Please note the path starts steep. See Details

Rainbow Falls Trail via Jenny Lane

Accord, NY

Rainbow Falls Trail via Jenny Lane Rainbow Falls Trail via Jenny Lane is a somewhat difficult pet-friendly hike in Minnewaska State Park Preserve in Accord, NY. Bring Fido to join you on this 7-mile trek to see views of a waterfall. Leash regulations do apply. See Details

Camp Smith Trail

Cortlandt, NY

Camp Smith Trail Camp Smith Trail is a somewhat difficult 3.5-mile hike in Hudson Highlands State Park in Cortlandt, NY. This pet-friendly trail in the southern part of the park borders the Camp Smith Military Reservation and will take about 3 hours to complete with Fido. Dogs are not allowed in public use areas and must remain on a leash no longer than 10 feet. See Details

Goose Pond Mountain Trail

Chester, NY

Goose Pond Mountain Trail Goose Pond Mountain Trail is a dog-friendly path in Chester, NY. This trail is 5.15 miles long and considered easy in difficulty. Leashed dogs are welcome to join you in exploring the courses in this recreation area, but note that bringing a compass or GPS unit might be wise as some of the trails in this park are unmarked. See Details

Round Hill - East Mountain Loop Trail

Cold Spring, NY

Round Hill - East Mountain Loop Trail Clarence Fahnestock State Park is home to the dog-friendly Round Hill - East Mountain Loop Trail. This path 7.3-mile hike is considered somewhat difficult and may take about four hours to complete with Fido. This trail offers rather challenging climbs up Round Hill and East Mountain. Although it parallels Clove Creek in sections, you must bring extra water in the summer. Dogs are prohibited in public use areas and must be on a leash no longer than 10 feet. See Details

Wallkill Valley Rail Trail

Gardiner, NY

Wallkill Valley Rail Trail The Wallkill Valley 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 Gardiner! The map below shows a parking area with convenient access to the Wallkill Valley 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

Doodletown to Dunderberg Trail

Stony Point, NY

Doodletown to Dunderberg Trail Doodletown to Dunderberg Trail in Stony Point, NY, is a difficult 8-mile hike that will take about 5 hours to complete with Fido. This historic trail was used by the British to attack Forts Montgomery and Clinton during the Revolutionary War. You must keep your dog on a leash no longer than 6 feet when hiking this pet-friendly path. See Details

Jones Point Path

Tomkins Cove, NY

Jones Point Path The Jones Point Path is a multi-use trail that's a great place to walk Fido in Tomkins Cove! The map below shows a trailhead where you can pick up the Jones Point Path. 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

Heritage Trail

Goshen, NY

Heritage Trail The Heritage 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 Goshen! The map below shows a parking area with convenient access to the Heritage 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

Long Path Trail

Highland Mills, NY

Long Path Trail The dog-friendly Long Path Trail in Highland Mills, NY, is a challenging, 7-mile hike that will take about 6 hours or overnight to complete with Fido. Only experienced hikers and dogs in appropriate physical condition should attempt this path. Camps can be set up on the mountain near the Hil-Mar Lodge. Leash regulations apply. See Details

Heritage Trail

Chester, NY

Heritage Trail The Heritage 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 Chester! The map below shows a trailhead where you can pick up the Heritage 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

Sprout Brook Park

Cortlandt, NY

Sprout Brook Park Nature trails, picnic areas, a playground, soccer fields, a softball diamond, and a dog park are some of the amenities that visitors can enjoy at Sprout Brook Park in Cortlandt, NY. Dogs must remain leashed when visiting this pet-friendly park unless in the designated off-leash area. See Details

Schunnemunk State Park

New Windsor, NY

Schunnemunk State Park Leashed dogs are welcome at Schunnemunk State Park, a pet-friendly recreation area in New Windsor, NY. Explore the eight marked trails that offer 20 miles of hiking, leading to mountain tops and scenic vistas. Please clean up after Fido and keep him on a six-foot or shorter leash throughout your entire visit. See Details

Mills Norrie State Park

Staatsburg, NY

Mills Norrie State Park Leashed dogs are welcome to join you at Mills Norrie State Park, a pet-friendly recreation area in Staatsburg, NY. You and Fido can hike, bike and cross-country ski the numerous trails throughout this park. Fishing, boating, camping and picnicking are also popular. You can bring a maximum of two pets and they must remain on a six-foot or shorter leash throughout your entire visit. Proof of a current rabies vaccination must be present. Pets aren't permitted in playgrounds, buildings, golf courses, boardwalks, pools and spray-grounds or guarded beaches. Please clean up after Fido. See Details