Dog-Friendly Activities in Hudson, NY

Olana State Historic Site is a historic house museum and property in Greenport, New York, near the city of Hudson. The estate was home to Frederic Edwin Church, one of the major figures in the Hudson River School of landscape painting. Access to Olana’s dog-friendly, 250-acre landscape is free. The park is open every day from 8 AM to sunset. Bring Fido to explore Frederic Church’s designed landscape with five miles of carriage roads as a way to enjoy the outdoors.

Hudson Ferry Co. is a pet-friendly attraction in New York. Well-behaved dogs are welcome to hop aboard to take their daily commute between Hudson and Athens or join their one-hour sightseeing cruise throughout the day. You'll come across the Athens Hudson Lighthouse, under the Rip Van Winkle Bridge, and back to the Henry Hudson Riverfront Park, where you boarded. Snacks and drinks are also available for purchase.

Suarez Family Brewery is a mom-and-pop production located in Hudson, NY. This kid and dog-friendly taproom welcomes your furry friend on their covered patio. They specialize in ales of mixed fermentation, unfiltered lagers and other crisp beers to pair with their freshly baked handmade pretzel. Water bowls are available on site.

High Falls Conservation Area is a pet-friendly natural preserve in Hudson, NY. This natural wonder boasts beautiful waterfalls that are surrounded by trees. Four-legged friends are welcome to join you for a walk on one mile of winding trails. Dogs must be leashed and cleaned up after.

Greenport Conservation Area is a pet-friendly recreational space in Hudson, NY. This over 600-acre natural preserve consists of trails and open fields with views overlooking the Hudson River. Fido is welcome to join you on a hike as long as he is leashed and cleaned up after.

Fido is invited to play at the Hudson Dog Park near the Hudson River in Hudson, NY. This off-leash area features two separate sections of open grassy fields with trash cans and waste stations. Additional amenities include water fountains, shade structures, benches and wood fiber in areas where heavy paw traffic has prevented grass from thriving.

Bring Fido on a US Ghost Adventures top-rated, pet-friendly, year-round tour in Hudson, NY. Stroll one mile with expert guides past haunted hotspots like S. 7th Street & Union Street, Public Square, Terry–Gillette Mansion, and Drop Dead Barber Shop Inc. Dogs must be leashed.

Art Omi is a pet-friendly, not-for-profit arts center with a 120-acre facility in Ghent, NY. Fido is welcome to tag along to explore the grounds and sculptures but must register for their dog pass program in the visitor center. Your furry friend can be off-leash in the architecture fields from October 1 until April 30 before 8:30 AM on weekdays.

Leashed dogs are welcome at Bash Bish Falls State Park in Mount Washington, MA. The centerpiece of the park, the stunning falls, are the highest single drop waterfalls in the state. You and Fido can view this natural wonder from the overlook or explore the area on the pet-friendly trails that weave around the park.

Old Rhinebeck Aerodrome is a pet-friendly business in Red Hook, NY. Fido is welcome to join you on their summer and fall weekend air shows, visit the museum, talk to pilots and have lunch. Water is available for your furry friend next to the gift shop.

Kaaterskill Falls has been one of the region's most popular attractions in Haines Falls, NY, for centuries. This pet-friendly hike welcomes dogs to join you to view the magnificent two-tier 260-foot waterfall. Plan an early morning weekday trip to avoid crowds and be prepared for muddy or slippery conditions after heavy rainfall. Visitors can also take Laurel House Road to reach a popular viewing platform looking down onto the waterfall.

Walk your leashed dog at Scenic Hudson's Long View Park in Coxsackie, NY. The first thing that greets you upon entering the park is an old red barn, which attests to the land’s centuries-long history as a farm. The park is open daily from dawn to dusk.

Martin Van Buren National Historic Site is a pet-friendly attraction in Kinderhook, NY. Tour the grounds surrounding the eighth president's house with your leashed pooch. Don't forget to clean up any mess left behind and to respect other visitors. Martin Van Buren National Historic Site is open every day of the week from 9:00 AM to 4:30 PM.

Forged Brewing Co. in Bainbridge, NY, is a charming brewery and winery nestled in the woods of Coventry. Enjoy a relaxing atmosphere, flavorful beers and tasty wines. Well-behaved, leashed dogs are welcome at the pet-friendly outdoor seating area.

The Harlem Valley Rail 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 Copake! The map below shows a parking area with convenient access to the Harlem Valley Rail 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.

Greig Farm is a dog-friendly u-pick farm in Red Hook, NY, and Fido is welcome to join you while on a lead. Depending on the season, you can pick you own apples, berries, pumpkins, and more. A schedule is available on their website. The farm market offers lunch and apple cider donuts. Abandoned Cider has a taproom in the barn and serves hard cider. A trail on the property is perfect for a walk or run with Fido. Please note that dogs are not permitted in the store on the property.

Outdoor enthusiasts are invited to visit Richard M. Abrahams Memorial Park in Red Hook, NY. This pet-friendly recreation space invites two- and four-legged friends to explore seven acres along paved and gravel walking trails through a park and open fields. Dogs must be leashed during your visit.

Fido is invited to play at the dog park at The Village of Ravena Park in New York. This large, fenced-in area is great for your pup to make new friends. Amenities include water and a small pavilion to escape the heat. An annual pass is required for residents and non-residents, so be sure to visit their website for additional registration details prior to visiting.

Taconic State Park is a pet-friendly recreation area in Copake Falls, NY. You and your leashed dog can enjoy hiking the park's trails, camping, fishing, and picnicking. A maximum of two pets can join you at this park, and they must be supervised and on a six-foot or shorter leash throughout their visit. Pets aren’t permitted in buildings, playgrounds, golf courses, boardwalks, pools, spray grounds or guarded beaches. Please clean up after Fido.

Samascott's Garden Market is a dog-friendly attraction in Kinderhook, NY. They have local plants, packaged food and other goodies available for purchase. You can also grab a sweet treat from their bakery or ice cream shop.