Dog-Friendly Activities Near LCI Airport

Gunstock Mountain Resort is a pet-friendly destination in Gilford, NH. They have been a popular destination for winter fun since 1937. Generations of outdoor enthusiasts have been visiting the mountain to cut loose and get reacquainted with nature. Hit the mountains to go skijoring with your furry friend or the trails in the summertime. Click here to find a nearby dog-friendly stay in Gilford, NH.

Ahern State Park is a dog-friendly site in Laconia, NH. This 128-acre park is home to 3,500 feet of shoreline on Lake Winnisquam. Pets are permitted in the park but only on the trails. Make sure you clean up any mess your pup leaves behind, and they must be on a leash under six feet for their stay.

Bring Fido to play at Lezama Family Happy Tails Dog Park in Laconia, NH. This public off-leash area has three dog pens to accommodate all dogs: large, small and puppies. The park has numerous waste stations and benches for humans to enjoy while their pups socialize.

Beans & Greens Farm and Notch Biergarten is a dog-friendly activity in Gilford, NH, that welcomes Fido in their outdoor area and inside the greenhouse. They sell plants, flowers, produce and seasonal merchandise. The covered, German-style biergarten is nestled under a pavilion and serves local craft beer, wine and cocktails. A deli and food truck can also be found on site, and the farm hosts seasonal events. Check their website for seasonal hours of operation and current events!

Ramblin' Vewe Farm is a pet-friendly recreation area with well-marked trails and lots of shade in Gilford, NH. Parking for the trailhead can be found off of Boyd Hill Road. Fido is welcome to explore the multi-use trails with you as long as he is leashed or under voice control at all times and is cleaned up after. Donations are welcome at the trailhead for the Ramblin' Vewe Farm Trust.

Winnisquam Marine in Laconia, NH, is dog friendly—leashed pups are welcome aboard their rental boats. With over 35 top-quality, well-maintained vessels to choose from, it's a perfect way to enjoy scenic Lake Winnisquam with your furry friend. Renters are responsible for cleaning up after pets and any potential damages.

Canine Connection is an indoor dog play area and private event space in Laconia, NH. They aim to create a safe space that improves dogs' lives by promoting an environment where Fido can enjoy playing, learning and socializing. Please note that a membership or day pass is required.

WOW Trail is pet-friendly. This paved, multi-use rail trail in the City of Laconia is enjoyed by bikers, dog walkers and runners of all ages. Located alongside the active tracks currently leased to the Winnipesaukee Scenic Railroad, the trail currently spans from Elm Street in Lakeport to downtown Laconia and then on to the Belmont town line where it meets with Belmont’s Winnisquam Scenic Trail. Currently, the trail spans 4.25 miles, but there are plans for expansion. The WOW Trail has become a point of pride for the City of Laconia and is always full of people having fun and enjoying the sights of the city.

The trails at Weeks Woods in Gilford, NH, are dog friendly and consist of two loops: the lower loop is along logging roads and is fairly wide and flat. An upper loop extension is a single-track hiking path. A 1.3-mile hike on these spacious paths is possible, or you can lengthen your walk to 2 miles by including both loops. The trail is open year round.

Lowe's Home Improvement is a pet-friendly hardware store in Gilford, NH. Your leashed dog is welcome to join you throughout the store as you shop for tools, lumber, paint supplies, lighting, landscaping materials, appliances and more.

Tractor Supply Co. in Gilford, NH, welcomes your leashed dog to browse the aisles with you as you shop for agricultural and livestock supplies. This pet-friendly store carries a variety of tools, clothing, boots, fencing, garden supplies and more.