Our virtual vacation in Maine continues with a stop at Acadia National Park on Mount Desert Island. Popular with tourists from around the world, the Jordan Pond Path is a moderately challenging dog friendly hike. This loop trail is 3.2 miles with views of The Bubbles (South and North Bubble Mountains) and the pristine waters […]
Next stop on our Maine Virtual Vacation, we’re headed to the Cutler Preserve, where I briefly worried that Asa and I were starring in our own Stephen King movie. So grab your hiking sticks, and your courage, and join us for this remote hike. Located in Cutler, Maine, the Cutler Coast Public Reserved Land is […]
Clear your schedules and grab some treats, we’re going on a Maine Virtual Vacation! Our vacation had to be canceled this year, but that doesn’t mean we can’t let our minds travel. Therefore, Asa and I invite you to join us this week for a virtual hike down memory lane as we revisit some of […]
Asa here. To celebrate the arrival of Mud Season in Maine, I would like to share with you my favorite muddy hikes! Nothing beats the feel of mud between the paws, and after a long winter of being cooped up inside, who can resist a good roll in that sweet smelling goo! To learn more […]
Celebrate the New Year by going on a hike with your dog! On January 1, 2020 State Parks across the country will be participating in First Day Hikes. First Day Hikes are part of a nationwide initiative led by America’s State Parks to encourage people to get outside. On New Year’s Day, hundreds of free, […]
Fall in New England is a great time to go hiking. However, it is important to remember that the majority of the Dog Friendly Trails reviewed here by Living with a Golden also allow hunting. By taking safety precautions, being aware of your surroundings, giving the hunters their space, and remembering your hiking etiquette, you and […]
Whether it was just a haunting feeling about where we were hiking, or perhaps an unnerving vibe that kept us on edge looking over our shoulders, these dog friendly places are not your average New England dog hikes. To learn more about these spooky adventures, please click on the highlighted name, or visit our Dog Friendly […]
The summit of Mount Battie in Camden, Maine offers a beautiful and easily accessible panoramic view of Camden Harbor and Penobscot Bay. Mount Battie is part of Camden Hills State Park, which is comprised of 5,700 acres that are crisscrossed with 30 miles of hiking trails that range from easy to moderate. There is also […]
Looking for a scenic dog friendly hike to enjoy the fall foliage? We recommend these New England rail trails! These trails follow the former routes taken by trains, so are a flat, easy walk, with many scenic views along the way. For more information to plan your visit, please click on the highlighted name. Also […]
Take a leisurely stroll along the river at the Belfast Rail Trail on the Passagassawaukeag, also known as the much easier to pronounce Passy Rail Trail in Belfast, Maine. This easy walk is 2.3 miles one way, and follows the former route of the Belfast and Moosehead Lake Railroad. Along the way you will see […]
