Dog Friendly Hiking Trails in New Jersey

If your dog likes to ruff it, bring Fido hiking in New Jersey. Our dog friendly hiking section includes everything from easy one-hour walks to fantastic overnight trips in New Jersey that won’t be soon forgotten. Seriously, go take a hike!

Branch Brook Park

Newark, NJ

Branch Brook Park Visit the pet-friendly Branch Brook Park in Newark, NJ. This 360-acre community recreation area features an off-leash dog park, walking trails, tennis courts, softball fields and much more. Your pup must be leashed at all times when not in the dog park. See Details

Cox Hall Creek WMA

Lower Township, NJ

Cox Hall Creek WMA Cox Hall Creek WMA is a pet-friendly area in Lower Township, NJ. Fido can accompany you for a walk along the paved trails, which includes four miles in total. You'll meander through wooded areas, grassy fields, hills, and around a large pond. Dogs are welcome on a leash. See Details

Rockleigh Woods Sanctuary

Rockleigh, NJ

Rockleigh Woods Sanctuary Check out the pet-friendly Rockleigh Woods Sanctuary in Rockleigh, NJ. This recreation area features more than 200 wooded acres and 4.5 miles of trails. Leashed pups are welcome, but please remember to clean up after them. See Details

Cattus Island County Park

Toms River, NJ

Cattus Island County Park Cattus Island County Park is a 530 acre dog-friendly park featuring seven miles of trails in Toms River, NJ. Leashed dogs are welcome join you while you explore. Dog owners should clean up after their pet and check them for ticks after their visit. See Details

High Point State Park

Sussex, NJ

High Point State Park Check out the dog-friendly High Point State Park in Sussex, NJ. This stunning park encapsulates all the beauty that New Jersey has to offer. The view from High Point Monument, the main attraction of the park, is a spectacular panorama of rich farmland and forest. You and your pooch can enjoy the views of soft hills and lush valleys in three states. The blue line of the Delaware River divides the verdant ridges of New Jersey from those of Pennsylvania. High Point offers superb trails for hikers and skiers and quiet spots for campers and anglers. See Details

Tamaques Park

Westfield, NJ

Tamaques Park Leashed dogs are welcome at Tamaques Park, a 106-acre dog-friendly park in the community of Westfield, NJ. Visitors can utilize the picnic areas, jogging path, sports courts, playing fields and playgrounds. The park also has a pond and small wooded area. Fido must remain on a leash for the duration of your visit. See Details

Tourne County Park

Boonton, NJ

Tourne County Park Leashed dogs are welcome at the pet-friendly Tourne County Park in Boonton, NJ. This public recreation area features great picnic areas and 10.7 miles of lovely hiking trails. Please remember to clean up after your pet. See Details

Double Trouble State Park

Bayville, NJ

Double Trouble State Park The Double Trouble State Park is a pet-friendly state park and historic district in Bayville, NJ. There's a self-guided, marked 1.5-mile loop nature trail and several miles of unmarked paths along sand service roads. Nature trail guides are available at the trailhead next to the cranberry packing house and at the park information building. Double Trouble Village is an active cranberry farm. Pets must be on a leash at all times and owners must clean up after their pets. Make sure you check your dog for ticks when you're done exploring. See Details

Mercer County Park

Princeton, NJ

Mercer County Park Mercer County Park is full of winding pet-friendly trails to enjoy with your pooch. Located in Princeton, NJ, some of the pathways are covered and lit to enjoy in the darkness. Dogs are welcome on a leash as long as all mess is cleaned up after them. See Details

Morristown National Historic Park

Morristown, NJ

Morristown National Historic Park Check out the pet-friendly Morristown National Historic Park in Morristown, NJ. The area is historically important due to the amount of American Revolutionary War sites located nearby, including Jockey Hollow, the Ford Mansion, Fort Nonsense and the New Jersey Brigade Encampment. There are 27 miles of foot and horse trails to explore with your pooch and the beginning of a two-mile auto loop tour. Dogs must be on a leash under six feet and all mess cleaned up after them. Pets are not permitted in park buildings. See Details

Delaware and Raritan Canal State Park

Princeton, NJ

Delaware and Raritan Canal State Park The Delaware and Raritan Canal State Park is dog-friendly. This popular recreation corridor in New Jersey passes through miles and miles of canal country. Lots of people enjoy canoeing, jogging, hiking, bicycling, fishing and horseback riding in the area. The trail spans 70 miles in total, through fields and forests, perfect for pooches who love the outdoors. Dog owners are reminded to keep their pooch on a leash and to clean up any mess that is left behind. See Details

Manasquan Reservoir

Howell, NJ

Manasquan Reservoir Check out the pet-friendly Manasquan Reservoir in Howell, NJ. This 1,208-acre park welcomes leashed pups on their trails. See Details

Rutgers Gardens

East Brunswick, NJ

Rutgers Gardens Rutgers Gardens is a wonderful expanse of gardens made by Rutgers University in East Brunswick, NJ. Bring Fido for a walk on one of the dog-friendly trails along the Raritan River. The paths are well-maintained and easy to walk on. The gardens are well-manicured with lots of places to sit and enjoy. Pets must be on a secure leash at all times. See Details

Edgar Felix Memorial Bikeway

Manasquan, NJ

Edgar Felix Memorial Bikeway The Edgar Felix Memorial Bikeway 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 Manasquan! The map below shows a trailhead where you can pick up the Edgar Felix Memorial Bikeway. 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

Emerson Woods Preserve

Westwood, NJ

Emerson Woods Preserve Bring Fido to explore the pet-friendly Emerson Woods Preserve in Westwood, NJ. This recreation area features 19 acres of trails you can walk with your dog. The park borders a fenced reservoir with a beach, restroom and parking, which you can access for a nominal yearly fee. Alternatively, you can walk your dog on the border of the reservoir for free and use street parking. Dogs must be leashed at all times throughout the area and please pick up your waste. See Details

Pleasantville to Somers Point Bike Path

Linwood, NJ

Pleasantville to Somers Point Bike Path The Pleasantville to Somers Point Bike Path 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 Linwood! The map below shows a parking area with convenient access to the Pleasantville to Somers Point Bike 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

Monroe Township Bikepath

Glassboro, NJ

Monroe Township Bikepath The Monroe Township Bikepath 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 Glassboro! The map below shows a trailhead where you can pick up the Monroe Township Bikepath. 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

Delaware and Raritan Canal State Park Trail

Princeton, NJ

Delaware and Raritan Canal State Park Trail The Delaware and Raritan Canal State Park 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 Princeton! The map below shows a parking area with convenient access to the Delaware and Raritan Canal State Park 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

Ramapo Mountain State Forest

Oakland, NJ

Ramapo Mountain State Forest Enjoy the great outdoors with your pet at the beautiful and pet-friendly Ramapo Mountain State Forest in Oakland, NJ. Pups are welcome as long as they remain on a leash. See Details

Gibbsboro's Trail System

Gibbsboro, NJ

Gibbsboro's Trail System Leashed dogs are welcome on the beautiful pet-friendly trails of the Gibbsboro's Trail System in this quiet, hilly nature park, located in Gibbsboro, NJ. It's an excellent place for you and your pooch to stretch your legs. See Details