With the leaves nearing their peak fall colors, it is time to hit the trails for some dog friendly hiking with scenic views of New England! The following are some of our favorite places to hike with our dogs during autumn. For more information including directions, current weather, photos and more, please click on the […]
Looking for a tranquil hike away from the usual tourist areas? Located just minutes away from the more popular Vaughan Woods Memorial State Park, the South Berwick Town Forest is a no-frills dog friendly hiking trail perfect for a quiet nature walk with your canine best friend. Consisting of approximately 88 acres, the Town Forest […]
The extensive grounds of Maudslay State Park in Newburyport, MA with its 480 acres of historic landscapes including an extensive network of carriage roads, open meadows and scenic overlooks of the Merrimack River, offers something for everyone to enjoy a dog friendly day out. There are miles of hiking trails that crisscross the park through dense […]
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, […]