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Smith Preserve, Kennebunkport, ME

The Smith Preserve in Kennebunkport, Maine offers an extensive network of dog friendly hiking trails.  Consisting of over 1,000 acres, the Edwin L. Smith Preserve has over 10 miles of hiking trails of various difficulty, making this the perfect place for both a quick and easy walk, to a more rigorous half day hike. Maintained […]

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Off-Leash Dog Beaches in NH and ME

Nothing beats playing a game of fetch with your best friend on the beach, or watching your dog enjoy the freedom of crashing through the waves.  The following are our favorite off-leash beaches in New Hampshire and southern Maine.  For more details to plan your visit, including directions and parking information, click on the highlighted […]

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Eliot Boat Basin, Eliot, ME

The Eliot Boat Basin in Eliot, Maine is a surprisingly interesting place for dog friendly hiking.  On the surface it appears to be your average boat launch with amenities including large pavilion for events, covered picnic tables, playground and restrooms.  But follow the trailhead behind the playground, and you’ll find an approximately one mile trail that […]

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Eastern Trail, Scarborough, ME

The Scarborough section of the Eastern Trail is a scenic place to walk your dog.  Stretching from Scarborough through Old Orchard Beach to Saco, Maine, this off-road section of the Eastern Trail offers 8 miles of easy walking.  Although our dogs would love to hike the entire 16 miles round trip, today we limited them […]

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