Portland Head Light at Fort Williams Park in Cape Elizabeth, Maine has everything you need for a scenic dog friendly day including cliff walk with lighthouse views, historic fort to explore, and even an off-leash dog area! Consisting of approximately 90 acres, there is also a rocky beach, arboretum, and picnic areas. Dogs must be […]
Enjoy a tranquil dog friendly walk surrounded by the ocean and fairy houses at Mackworth Island in Falmouth, Maine. Located just minutes away from Portland, Mackworth Island is a scenic 1.5 mile walk around the perimeter of the island, with picturesque views of Casco Bay and its many islands. Dogs are allowed on-leash on both […]
Extend your dog friendly hike at the Emmons Preservation in Kennebunkport, Maine, by visiting the adjacent Tyler Brook Preserve. The Tyler Brook Preserve is connected to the Emmons Preserve by way of the Batson River Trail. This 1.3 mile trail winds its way through dense forest, open meadows, and wetlands. We hiked Tyler Brook during […]
Emmons Preserve in Kennebunkport, Maine offers approximately 2 miles of educational dog friendly hiking. Maintained by the Kennebunkport Conservation Trust, Emmons Preserve consists of four trails with scenic overlooks and historic sites. On the day we visited we hiked the Batson River Trail and the Learning Trail which features signage with information on the environment […]
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 […]
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 […]
Consisting of over 10,000 acres and 40 miles of trails, Mount Agamenticus in York, Maine offers endless opportunities for dog friendly hiking. On the day we visited our dogs hiked the popular Ring Trail through dense forest and The Big A trail for summit views. The Ring Trail begins near the base of the mountain, […]
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 […]
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 […]
Parsons Way Shore Walk in Kennebunkport is a scenic path to walk your dog along the rugged Maine coastline. Adjacent to dog friendly Arundel Beach, also known as Colony Beach, Parsons Way winds along Cape Arundel past impressive rock formations and grand summer “cottages.” Along the way you will see Spouting Rock and Blowing Cave, […]