While out and about accompanying Mom and Dad on errands we drove past Mayor Baxter Woods in Portland, Maine. Before I could even utter a single bark, Mom voiced exactly what I was thinking. “This would be a good place to practice our training!” So after stocking up on bee supplies, we explored this park […]
In honor of Independence Day, here are a few historic sites with a patriotic past that are dog friendly. To plan your visit, including directions, weather forecast, photos and more, please click on the highlighted name. Also for more historic locations, please visit our Dog Friendly Places page, where you’ll find dog beaches, hiking trails, […]
Summer is a great time to get out and enjoy the many dog friendly places that New England has to offer. From sea to summit, here are a few of our favorite places to spend the day with our dogs. To plan your next dog day out, including directions, parking, current weather and more, please […]
Most people go to Acadia National Park for mountain top views and the scenic coastline. However, if you’re looking for a different perspective we recommend Beech Mountain Valley Trail in Southwest Harbor, Maine. This dog friendly trail is an easy to moderate hike through dense forest, on a boulder strewn trail, with interesting rock formations […]
Dogs gather around. We need to talk. We’ve all been there. You’re enjoying a great day at the beach or on a trail, when all of a sudden that dog shows up and ruins it for everyone. Maybe he’s running with reckless abandon off-leash, or perhaps she’s a bit too friendly when greeting fellow weekend […]
I realized we never made a video for our review of Dog Mountain last year! Home of the Stephen Huneck Gallery, Dog Mountain in St. Johnsbury, Vermont is 150 acres on a mountain top with trails, ponds, and fields for dogs and their humans to enjoy year round. There are over two miles of trails […]
Looking for a Dog Friendly Beach? Here is a quick reference on the dates and times dogs are allowed on beaches in New Hampshire and Maine during the Summer Season. For more details including parking information, best time to visit, weather forecast, photos and more, please click on the highlighted name. Want more recommendations for […]
Get in touch with your inner wolf at Wolfe’s Neck Woods State Park in Freeport, Maine. Consisting of over 200 acres, Wolfe’s Neck offers an extensive network of dog friendly hiking trails. The well marked trails are an easy hike with beautiful views of Casco Bay and the Harraseeket River. It is also a popular location […]
Crescent Beach in Wells, Maine is a small and rocky dog friendly beach. Please note that this beach is only accessible during low tide. However, if you’re looking for a no-frills beach that isn’t as crowded as others in the area, this is a good place to visit with your dog. The numerous tide pools […]
Beech Mountain Trail in Southwest Harbor, Maine is a dog friendly hike with breathtaking views. Part of Acadia National Park, Beech Mountain Loop Trail is a 1.2 mile moderate hike. At the trail junction the left (eastern loop) is the most direct trail to the summit, with a steep climb up over large boulders. The […]
