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 […]
Take a dog friendly hike through centuries of history at Witherle Woods in Castine, Maine. Before Europeans vied for control of Castine, the history of Witherle Woods Preserve goes back even farther to prehistoric times when Native Americans used what is now known as Witherle Hill as a camp to dry their fish. You can […]
This Independence Day walk in the paw prints of history at one of these dog friendly historic sites with a patriotic past. For more detailed information, click on the highlighted name. Please visit our Dog Friendly Places page for additional places to visit including dog beaches, hiking trails, and scenic walks. Eliot Boat Basin, Eliot, ME: This unassuming park holds […]
Dog Mountain, Home of Stephen Huneck Gallery, in St. Johnsbury, Vermont, graciously hosts the New England Golden Jubilee every May. But did you know that you can visit this dog paradise any day of the year? While I continue to organize my thoughts and photos from this year’s jubilee, please take a moment to read […]
