Dog Friendly Activities in Massachusetts

Don’t leave Fido in the hotel room when you’re on holiday. Get out and play! No matter where you’re headed in Massachusetts, 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.

Natural Bridge State Park

North Adams, MA

Natural Bridge State Park Leashed dogs are welcome to join their owners at Natural Bridge State Park in North Adams, MA. This pet-friendly park is home to the only natural white marble arch in North America, well worth a visit. At over 13,000 years old, the natural bridge is made of 550 million year-old bedrock marble that is carved into arches like a bridge. Please note that this seasonal park is open from late May through late October. See Details

The Knob

Falmouth, MA

The Knob Enjoy scenic views and wildlife viewing at The Knob, a dog-friendly nature area in Falmouth, MA. The trails follow along the shoreline and offers impressive views of Quissett Harbor and Buzzards Bay. The Knob is a popular spot for sunset watching and birding. Please leash and clean up after your pets on the trails. See Details

Herman Melville’s Arrowhead

Pittsfield, MA

Herman Melville’s Arrowhead Leashed dogs are welcome on the grounds and inside the gift shop at the pet-friendly Herman Melville’s Arrowhead in Pittsfield, MA. Bring Fido and learn more about the famous author who penned "Moby-Dick." Take a stroll along Melville Trail to view the places that provided inspiration for his work. Please note dogs are not permitted inside the historic home. See Details

Stodder's Neck Dog Park

Hingham, MA

Stodder's Neck Dog Park Fido can play off-leash in designated spaces at Stoddard's Neck Dog Park located on the town line between Weymouth and Hingham, MA. Surrounded on three sides by water and on the fourth side by a 4-foot rock wall, this grassy park has trails to explore, woods to romp in and river access for water-loving pups. Waste stations can be found throughout the park, as well as benches and picnic tables. See Details

Marconi Beach

Wellfleet, MA

Marconi Beach Marconi Beach, known for its massive sand dunes, is a pet-friendly attraction in Wellfleet, MA. Your leashed pet is welcome to join you for a walk along the shore with scenic views. The beach is accessible via a set of stairs, and restrooms are open seasonally. Please ensure Fido is on a leash no longer than six feet. See Details

Pilgrim Bark Park

Provincetown, MA

Pilgrim Bark Park Pilgrim Bark Park consists of almost an acre of land enclosed with a six-foot high fence and double-entry gates in Provincetown, MA. There are two sections -- one for dogs under twenty-five pounds and a general section for all dogs. Some parking is provided. The park is located on the corner of Shank Painter Road and Route 6 in Provincetown. See Details

Plum Cove Beach

Gloucester, MA

Plum Cove Beach Plum Cove Beach in Gloucester, MA, is dog-friendly during certain months of the year. Dogs are permitted, and are even allowed off-leash, from October 1 to April 30. To preserve the cleanliness of the beach, make sure you clean up after Fido. Please note that dogs are prohibited from May 1 to September 30. See Details

Jamaica Pond

Boston, MA

Jamaica Pond Leashed dogs are welcome at Jamaica Pond, a pet-friendly park in Boston, MA. You and Fido can wander the 1.5-mile path that surrounds the pond. If you're coming by car, you can find parking on Perkins Street, located on the pond's west side. See Details

Wachusett Mountain State Reservation

Princeton, MA

Wachusett Mountain State Reservation Leashed dogs are welcome at Wachusett Mountain State Reservation in Princeton, MA. This 3000-acre public area is home to stunning views that can be seen from the 17-miles of pet-friendly trails that lead through forests and meadows. The mountain is the centerpiece of this park, with a glorious peak that towers 2,006-foot into the air. Hike or drive the paved road to the summit and enjoy the fantastic panoramic views of the surrounding area. Sunset is a very popular time to visit. See Details

Norman Rockwell Museum

Stockbridge, MA

Norman Rockwell Museum Leashed dogs are welcome to join you as you explore the pet-friendly grounds of the Norman Rockwell Museum in Stockbridge, MA. The Museum houses the world’s largest and most significant collection of Rockwell’s work, and while Fido can not browse the artwork inside, the grounds offer 36-acres to explore that include sculptures, lovely landscaping, scenic views and picnic tables. See Details

Surfside Beach

Nantucket, MA

Surfside Beach Surfside Beach is a pet-friendly attraction in Nantucket, MA. It's one of the most popular beaches in the area and characterized by the wide, flat beach with rolling surf over sandbars. Dogs are allowed as long as they're leashed and licensed. Dogs and owners are not allowed in any dune vegetation, marsh grass, protected wildlife and other fenced areas at any time. See Details

Redemption Rock Brewing Co.

Worcester, MA

Redemption Rock Brewing Co. Leashed dogs are welcome at Redemption Rock Brewing Co., a pet-friendly brewery in Worcester, MA. They serve a wide variety of their craft brews, as well as coffee and espresso drinks and light snacks including cheese and charcuterie boards. See Details

Mount Holyoke Range State Park

Amherst, MA

Mount Holyoke Range State Park Leashed dogs are welcome to join their owners at Mount Holyoke Range State Park in Amherst, MA. This 3,000-acre pet-friendly park features a stunning seven mile mountain range, streams, woods and wetlands. You can explore all this and more on over thirty miles of blazed trails at the park. One of the most popular trails is Seven Sisters, an 8-mile hike through a series of summits and lookouts to the Holyoke Summit House. Please be sure to clean up after your pup. See Details

Untold Brewing

Scituate, MA

Untold Brewing Canine companions are welcome to tag along as you sip on a craft brew at Untold Brewing in Scituate, MA. This pet-friendly brewery welcomes leashed dogs inside the taproom and on the outdoor patio. Food trucks visit regularly, but outside food is also welcome. See Details

Bradley Palmer State Park

Topsfield, MA

Bradley Palmer State Park Leashed dogs can join you at Bradley Palmer State Park, a pet-friendly park in Topsfield, MA. Explore over 721 acres of meadows and forests along the park's scenic, wooded trails. Please note that pets are not permitted inside any of the buildings located at the park. See Details

Mount Sugarloaf State Reservation

South Deerfield, MA

Mount Sugarloaf State Reservation Leashed dogs are allowed at Mount Sugarloaf State Reservation, a pet-friendly preserve in South Deerfield, MA. You and Fido can explore a few different trails that lead to the summit of Mount Sugarloaf, offering amazing views of the Connecticut River Valley. See Details

Sholan Farms

Leominster, MA

Sholan Farms Leashed dogs are welcome at Sholan Farms, a pet-friendly community-owned apple orchard in Leominster, MA. They grow a variety of apples and other fruit on this 169-acre u-pick farm, and the property also features trails for you and Fido to explore. Pups are also welcome on their monthly twilight hikes. Call or visit their website for details on their next walk. See Details

Pittsfield State Forest

Pittsfield, MA

Pittsfield State Forest Leashed dogs are welcome at Pittsfield State Forest, a pet-friendly natural area in Pittsfield, MA.There are 30 miles of trails to explore at this huge, 11,000-acre park, including the Taconic Crest Trail and the Tranquility. Berry Pond is also a popular spot in the park that offers swimming and fishing opportunities. See Details

Moseley Woods

Newburyport, MA

Moseley Woods Moseley Woods along the Merrimack River in Newburyport, MA, offers several dog-friendly trails. Dogs are permitted off leash throughout the park with the exception of the playground, pavilion, and picnic areas. Please visit the park's website for a complete list of rules. See Details

Balderdash Cellars

Richmond, MA

Balderdash Cellars Fido is welcome to join you inside or at an outdoor table at Balderdash Cellars, a pet-friendly winery in Richmond, MA. Enjoy a variety of wine options including white, red and rosé, which you can buy by the glass or try multiple by doing a tasting. You are welcome to bring your own food. See Details