Dog-Friendly Activities in Fiskdale, MA

Tree House Brewing Co. is a dog-friendly artisanal brewery, with a location in Charlton, MA, that welcomes Fido to join you at a table inside or on their spacious outdoor patio. Creating small, hand-crafted batches of beer using well water and luxury ingredients, their goal is to make the best beer in the world without compromising values or quality. Try the Vanilla Bean Truth stout, Ghost Emoji double IPA, Walk in the Sun double IPA, or Dreamer Hefeweizen.

Leashed pups are welcome at Brookfield Orchards, a pet-friendly attraction in North Brookfield, MA. While dogs are not permitted in the country store and snack bar, the orchard grounds and playground welcome Fido to explore. Pups can also join when the pick-your-own apples are ready.

Oakholm Brewing Company is a pet-friendly taproom located on the Oakholm Farm Estate in Brookfield, MA. Your pup is welcome inside and out at their sprawling facility. The inside has upstairs and downstairs seating in their cozy, cabin-like atmosphere, and the outside offers picnic tables lined with string lights. Their space also features disc golf, fire pits, live animals, and live music on weekends. Also, be sure to check out their social media for food truck pop-ups.

Dog-friendly Bigelow Hollow State Park & Nipmuck State Forest in Union, CT, offers boating, fishing and hiking to locals and visitors. Stretching over 9,000 acres, the park has scenic hiking trails and access points to Mashapaug Lake & Bigelow Pond. Please keep Fido leashed during your visit.

Wells State Park is a dog-friendly wooded area in Sturbridge, MA, that welcomes leashed pups. Surrounding a pond, this park is ideal for fishing and boating. The best hike is up Carpenter Rocks, leading to a fantastic view of the park and the surrounding area.

Leashed dogs are allowed at Natchaug State Forest, a pet-friendly outdoor space in Easton, CT. Pups are welcome in the picnic areas and hiking trails. Other popular activities include fishing, horseback riding, mountain biking and cross-country skiing.

Leashed dogs are allowed on the pet-friendly trails throughout Westville Recreation Area in Sturbridge, MA. This natural space offers scenic views of Westville Lake and year round recreation options.

7 Saws Brewing Company in Holden, MA, is a dog-friendly brewery welcoming pups both indoors and out. Enjoy seating at picnic tables or by the fire pits. Food is available through rotating vendors and food trucks—check their socials for the latest lineup.

Enjoy fresh craft brews with your leashed pup at Seven Railroads Brewing Company in Palmer, MA. This dog-friendly taproom serves a variety of ales and lagers, indoors or out, making it the perfect spot for beer lovers and their four-legged companions.

Rapscallion Brewery & Taproom is a pet-friendly establishment in Spencer, MA. Enjoy a microbrew with your pup outside on the parking lot patio, partially shaded by a pergola. In addition to craft brews, wine and local hard ciders are also available. You can bring your own food to enjoy on site, or order one of their homemade snacks such as guacamole, fresh salsa, and hummus.

Leashed dogs are welcome at Rutland State Park, a pet-friendly 300-acre park in Rutland, MA. Home to Whitehall Pond, this is a popular spot for fishing and boating. You and Fido can explore the miles of trails throughout this scenic park.

Opacum Woods is a dog-friendly conservation area in Sturbridge, MA. Leashed dogs are welcome to join you on the 266-acre property that offers approximately four miles of hiking trails. There are separate trails marked with blue, red, yellow, and green blazes. Enjoy trekking through the forest near ponds, swaps, and vernal pools.

Hardwick Vineyard & Winery in Hardwick, MA, has a large dog-friendly outdoor seating space. Fido can accompany you to a picnic table on the spacious lawn as long as they are leashed. A family owned establishment for over 25 years, the winery occupies a beautifully restored 1795 Federal style Mansion and timber frame barn. Enjoy a glass of exquisite wine while overlooking the picturesque vineyard, gardens, and mountain vistas.

Brimfield Winery is a seasonal, dog-friendly winery, cidery and brewery in Brimfield, MA, where Fido can join you in the outdoor wine garden. Food trucks frequently visit, and you are also allowed to bring your own food. They frequently have events occurring, and recommend checking their site to be sure your pup will enjoy any possible activities, including live music. They are open between the months of May to October.

The Airline North State Park Trail is one of 1600 rail-trails supported by Rails-to-Trails Conservancy, a nonprofit organization that is working to create a nationwide network of trails from former rail lines and connecting corridors. Previously an unused railroad corridor, this "rail-trail" is now a great place to walk Fido in Putnam! The map below shows a parking area with convenient access to the Airline North State Park Trail. Rails-to-Trails Conservancy has generously provided map data for this trail to Bring Fido for informational purposes only. For more detailed trail information, please visit TrailLink.com.

The Airline North State Park Trail is one of 1600 rail-trails supported by Rails-to-Trails Conservancy, a nonprofit organization that is working to create a nationwide network of trails from former rail lines and connecting corridors. Previously an unused railroad corridor, this "rail-trail" is now a great place to walk Fido in Pomfret Center! The map below shows a parking area with convenient access to the Airline North State Park Trail. Rails-to-Trails Conservancy has generously provided map data for this trail to Bring Fido for informational purposes only. For more detailed trail information, please visit TrailLink.com.

Spencer State Forest is a pet-friendly recreation area in Spencer, MA. Leashed dogs are welcome to join their humans on the miles of scenic trails that meander through the woods and across rivers.

Leashed pets are welcome to visit Mashamoquet Brook State Park in Pomfret, CT, with their owners. This pet-friendly recreation area welcomes pups in picnic areas and on hiking trails. Dogs are prohibited from the campground, the beach area and the picnic shelter.

Bring Fido to Town of Auburn Dog Park, located within Lower Lemansky Park in Auburn, MA. The dog park has two enclosed areas to separate large and small breeds, a shade pavilion, water fountains, waste receptacles and benches. Open from dawn until dusk, the park welcomes dogs over 6 months of age who have a current rabies vaccination and are proudly wearing their collar with license tag. Please leash pets when entering or exiting the park and pick up all waste.

Lilac Hedge Farm, located in Rutland, MA, is a dog-friendly destination that warmly welcomes leashed, well-behaved dogs in its outdoor areas. Visitors can enjoy a variety of activities, including exploring the farm's scenic fields. The farm features a craft kitchen and bar offering fresh, made-to-order comfort foods such as pizza, burgers, fried chicken, and sandwiches, complemented by local brews, regional wines, signature cocktails, spiked floats, and wine slushies. An on-site ice cream stand provides a sweet treat for guests and pup cups for Fido. While dogs aren't permitted near the resident farm animals, they're welcome to join their owners at picnic tables and other designated outdoor spaces. The farm also hosts seasonal artisan festivals and events where leashed dogs are invited to participate.