Dog Friendly Hiking Trails in West Kill, NY

Ashokan Rail Trail in Boiceville, NY, is pet friendly. This 11.5-mile flat recreational ADA path runs along Ashokan Reservoir and allows leashed dogs. A waste station is provided at the Boiceville Bridge Trailhead.

Overlook Mountain Wild Forest is a pet-friendly spot in Woodstock, NY. Bring Fido out for a day to explore. The area hosts a hiking trail with a unique combination of a historic fire tower, mountain house ruins and impressive views. The summit of Overlook Mountain is one of the top three most visited locations in the Catskill Forest Preserve. Please keep Fido on a leash and look out for the Timber Rattlesnake.

Mine Kill State Park is a pet-friendly spot in North Blenheim, NY. This state park contains great hiking trails to explore with your leashed pup. A separate parking area is 1/4 miles south of the main entrance if you prefer to see the falls from a viewing platform. Please note a maximum of two per are allowed in day-use areas unless prohibited by sign or directive.

Catskills Visitor Center is a pet-friendly tourist information center in Mount Tremper, NY. Situated on 60-acres of forest, fields and wetlands, you and your leashed pooch can see the 80-foot tall Upper Esopus Fire Tower, explore 1.5-miles of nature trails, picnic areas, a covered pavilion, wildlife viewing, Esopus Creek access and much more.

Bring Fido for a stroll along the pet-friendly Windham Path in Windham, NY. This flat, 1.5-mile loop offers scenic views of woodlands, streams, a covered bridge, and the Great Northern Catskills. Dogs must be leashed on the trail.

Panther Mountain from Fox Hollow Trail is a pet-friendly hike that starts in Shandaken, NY. This rugged route leads to stunning views of the Catskills Mountain Range, is rated difficult and is 9.5 miles in total out-and-back. The route should only be taken on by experienced canine hikers.

Mount Tremper Trail is pet-friendly. This mountainous hiking trail in New York welcomes leashed dogs to join their owners on an expedition. The best time to hike is March through November. Remember to bring snowshoes and boots for Fido if you plan on attempting the hike in winter.