Dog Friendly Activities in Connecticut

Don’t leave Fido in the hotel room when you’re on holiday. Get out and play! No matter where you’re headed in Connecticut, we can point you towards the nearest off-leash dog park, the most popular dog beach, a really great hiking trail, and lots of other places to play with Fido.

Promenade Shops at Evergreen Walk

Windsor, CT

Promenade Shops at Evergreen Walk Promenade Shops at Evergreen Walk in Windsor, CT, has many stores that welcome dogs to join you inside. The dog-friendly stores include Anthropologie, Appleseed’s, Brighton Collectibles, Brookstone, Destination Maternity, Eddie Bauer, Francesca’s Collections, Gap, J.Crew, J. Jill, Kirkland’s Home, Lady Foot Locker, Leaps & Bones, L’Occitane, New Balance, Papyrus, Pottery Barn, Shoe Explosion, Soft Surroundings, Talbots, Ann Taylor Loft, Banana Republic, Chico’s, Clarks, Coldwater Creek, Country Curtains, GapKids, Green Tangerine Spa & Salon, Sparkle and White House | Black Market. See Details

Peterson Park & Mattatuck Trail

Wolcott, CT

Peterson Park & Mattatuck Trail Leashed dogs are welcome at Peterson Park in Wolcott, CT. This small family park offers a paved, pet-friendly walking trail around the park. It also serves as the entrance to the Mattatuck Trail, a beautiful wooded trail that spans many miles across numerous towns. The entrance to the trail is located behind the skate park. See Details

Babcock Preserve

Greenwich, CT

Babcock Preserve The Babcock Preserve is a pet-friendly area in Greenwich, CT, that's open to the public during daylight hours for hiking, walking, jogging, cross-country skiing, nature study, picnicking and horseback riding on designated trails. The 4.1-mile loop features forested land filled with a wide variety of wildlife. Leashed dogs are welcome. See Details

Naugatuck Dog Park

Naugatuck, CT

Naugatuck Dog Park Naugatuck Dog Park is a recreational area in Naugatuck, CT. This 3-acre fenced-in park allows dogs to play off leash and features separate areas for large and small pups. There are several picnic tables and plenty of walking trails. See Details

Farmington River Trail

Farmington, CT

Farmington River Trail The Farmington River 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 Farmington! The map below shows a parking area with convenient access to the Farmington River 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. See Details

Bethel Bark Park

Bethel, CT

Bethel Bark Park Located at Meckauer Park by the building showcasing a colorful dog mural, Bethel Bark Park is a fenced area where Fido is welcome to play off leash in Bethel, CT. There are separate fenced areas for large and small dogs as well as bench seating and waste bags. The surrounding community park features a walking trail and a pond, but please note that dogs must be on a leash outside of the gated dog park. See Details

Collis P. Huntington State Park

Redding, CT

Collis P. Huntington State Park Leashed dogs are welcome at Collis P. Huntington State Park in Redding, CT. The park offers a tranquil setting in which you can enjoy dog-friendly hiking trails, canoeing, and pond fishing in five ponds with your pup. See Details

Jonathan Edwards Winery

North Stonington, CT

Jonathan Edwards Winery Jonathan Edwards Winery in North Stonington, CT, is dog friendly. Fido is welcome to join you beside a table on the outdoor patio as long as they are leashed. Enjoy a wine flight with you furry companion while admiring beautiful views across the vineyards. See Details

Candlewoof Dog Park

New Milford, CT

Candlewoof Dog Park Candlewoof Dog Park is a lovely fenced-in park, nestled in the southwest corner of Pettibone Park in New Milford, CT. The park has two separate fenced-in areas, one for small dogs and the other for larger breeds. An agility course can be found in the large dog section as well. Both areas are equipped with free waste bags. See Details

Tarrywile Park

Danbury, CT

Tarrywile Park Bring Fido out for an afternoon of fun and exploration on the trails at pet-friendly Tarrywile Park in Danbury, CT. Leashed pups are welcome at this scenic park featuring plenty of parking, hiking trails, benches, picnic tables and a pond. See Details

Granby Dog Park

Granby, CT

Granby Dog Park Granby Dog Park is a recreational area in Granby, CT. Fido will love to play off-leash in this large, fenced dog park with shade trees, picnic tables and its own fire hydrant. Dog owners are reminded to clean up any mess that is left behind. Water and water bowls are available April through October. See Details

Racebrook Tract

Orange, CT

Racebrook Tract Leashed dogs are welcome at Racebrook Tract, a pet-friendly hiking area in Orange, CT. There are four blazed trails that weave through mostly level forest, including an accessible paved trail that leads to a boardwalk over the wetlands. Please remember to clean up after Fido. See Details

Auerfarm State Park Scenic Reserve

Bloomfield, CT

Auerfarm State Park Scenic Reserve Bring Fido on a leash to Auerfarm State Park Scenic Reserve, a dog-friendly, 40-acre area in Bloomfield, Connecticut. The park offers great hiking trails. Please keep your pup on a leash no longer than 6 feet in length. See Details

Holdridge Home & Garden

Ledyard, CT

Holdridge Home & Garden Holdridge Home & Garden is a dog-friendly hardware store in Ledyard, CT. Fido is welcome to join you as you shop for lawn and garden supplies, paint, tools, grills, etc. See Details

Mitchell D. Phaiah's Dog Park

Danielson, CT

Mitchell D. Phaiah's Dog Park Bring Fido for some off-leash play at Mitchell D. Phaiah's Dog Park in Danielson, CT. The fenced dog park features separate large and small dog sections, benches, waste receptacles and waste bags to clean up after your pup. If Fido has some energy left, the shady River Trail starts at the dog park and welcomes leashed dogs. See Details

Alvarium Beer Co.

New Britain, CT

Alvarium Beer Co. Fido is welcome inside the taproom and on the dog-friendly patio (weather permitting) outside of Alvarium Beer Company, first craft brewery and taproom to open in over 70 years in New Britain, CT. Enjoy patio games and shuffleboard while trying a variety of craft brews. Visit their website for a schedule of visiting food trucks. Please be sure Fido is leashed and does not bark excessively while in the taproom. See Details

Witchdoctor Brewing Company

Southington, CT

Witchdoctor Brewing Company Witchdoctor Brewing Company is a dog-friendly brewery in Southington, CT. Fido is welcome to join you inside or at an outdoor table. They serve pints and mugs in-house, while growlers and cans are available to take home. Patrons can admire the handiwork of local artisans and listen to live music (on specified nights) as they sip their favorite beer. Their slogan, “The Cure for What Ales You," is a testament to the hard work they put into preparing, or curing, their beer so that they can bring it fresh to your taste buds. See Details

Castle Hill Farm

Newtown, CT

Castle Hill Farm Leashed dogs are welcome to visit Castle Hill Farm, a family and pet-friendly farm in Newtown, CT. However, all canine visitors must be friendly towards other dogs, farm animals, children and adults. This farm features numerous seasonal activities, including a pick-your-own pumpkin patch, 7-acre corn maze (which Fido is welcome to join you in), sunflower strolls and more. Please clean up after Fido on the property. See Details

Nod Brook Wildlife Management Area

Simsbury, CT

Nod Brook Wildlife Management Area Take Fido to explore the more than 130 acres that make up Nod Brook Wildlife Management Area in Simsbury, CT. The area features a variety of outdoor activities such as hiking along one of the pet-friendly trails. Please note that the area is popular for hunting. It is recommended for dogs to wear orange if visiting in the fall or winter seasons. See Details

314 Beer Garden

Norwalk, CT

314 Beer Garden Bring Fido with you to 314 Beer Garden's dog-friendly open air patio in Norwalk, CT. Fido is welcome to sit with you at a table in the beer garden. The bar offers shots, craft beers, liquors, ciders, non-alcoholic beer, wine, and soft drinks. A S'mores package is also available. Grab some grub from a visiting food truck or purchase food from Avelino Family BBQ. The beer garden includes a fire pit and lawn games. The site also hosts live music and events. Fido will be treated to a dog biscuit, bowl of water, and generous head scratches. There is a whipped cream treat topped with a dog biscuit available for sale. See Details