Dog-Friendly Activities in New Hampshire

Book an exciting dog-friendly adventure with Fido through Experience Squam Private Boating Excursions in Holderness, NH. Your guide will cater to your boating interests and ensure you and your canine companion have a wonderful trip on the water. Boating excursions are seasonally operated.

With over 60 brand names, factory outlets, specialty shops, restaurants and cafes, the pet-friendly Settlers Green Outlet Village in North Conway, NH is a walker's paradise. All dog-friendly stores are marked with a sticker on the door. Pup waste bag dispensers are located throughout the shopping center. Dogs must be on a leash at all times.

Four Your Paws Only is a well-known, award-winning pet specialty store and bakery in North Conway, NH. They have a self-serve biscuit bar featuring over 30 different kinds of biscuits baked and decorated on site. Fido can also enjoy socializing with other pups in their playrooom, and they host many pet-friendly events and playgroups throughout the year. Be sure to browse their great selection of all-natural pet foods, high-quality supplies and a variety of pet-themed gifts.

Leashed dogs are welcome to enjoy one of the area's most picturesque waterfalls at the pet-friendly Jackson Falls in Jackson, NH. There's plenty of parking at the bottom and at the top of the Falls. Please remember to pick up after your pet.

Loon Mountain is a dog-friendly summer destination in Lincoln, NH. Your pup can join you on the gondola ride up to the summit and back down on the trails or open slopes if you prefer. Please note your furry friend must remain on a leash and isn't allowed on any mountain bike trails.

Kancamagus Highway from Lincoln to Conway runs through the White Mountain National Forest in Campton, NH. Dogs on leashes and under voice command are welcome on the pet-friendly hiking trails. Dogs are also allowed at Franconia State Park under control, but not in campgrounds. There is a fee for a day pass. Do not leave dogs in the car unattended.

Cathedral Ledge Distillery is a dog-friendly distillery in Conway, NH where Fido is welcome to join you at an outdoor or indoor table. This distillery offers tastings of spirits including vodka, infused vodka, whiskey, genever, and gin. Try their organic Aquavit, fig flavored vodka, rye whiskey, or their famous maple liqueur while you're there!

Madame Sherri Forest is a dog-friendly area that spans 513 acres in West Chesterfield, NH. Inside the forest, you'll find an information kiosk, historic ruins, a pond and hiking trails. The Madame Sherri Castle ruins are a stunning spot to snap a few pictures with your pooch. While you're there, you can take The Indian Pond Trail to a beautiful mountain lake where Fido can cool off. Another popular hiking trail is Ann Stokes Loop, a two-mile trail that takes in views of Chesterfield and Indian Pond. Please keep your pup on a leash and remember to clean up after him.

Henniker Brewing Company in Henniker, NH, is a pet-friendly taproom that welcomes dogs inside and on the spacious patio year-round. Fido can enjoy a treat and fresh water while you sample craft beers, including year-round favorites and limited releases. Rooted in New England pride and hometown spirit, this local brewery brings people together over quality brews. A rotating food truck also serves up some of the best bites in New Hampshire.

Leashed dogs can join their owners for a stroll through Canobie Lake Park! Although dogs are not allowed inside buildings or on rides, they can wander around the park, looking at over one hundred rides, games, live shows, food and more. Operating hours vary by season.

Your well-behaved, leashed dog under 20 pounds is welcome to ride with you in a coach car on the dog-friendly Conway Scenic Railroad in North Conway, NH. Experience beautiful scenery aboard the Valley Train, where you’ll enjoy an old-fashioned railroading experience as you journey on historic rail routes in vintage passenger cars. Schedule and fares vary throughout the year. See their website for current rates. Please note, one pet per party and Fido must remain at your feet during the ride. Pets aren't permitted in First or Premium Class as well as on the Mountaineer excursion.

Saco River Tubing Center in Conway, NH, is pet friendly. Two- and four-legged friends are invited to rent a canoe, kayak or tube to float down the water. The river averages three feet deep, making it easy for owners and pups to cool off in the water with a little swim. Owners are encouraged to have life vests for canine companions.

Kancamagus Scenic Byway is a 34.5-mile scenic drive along Route 112 in Conway, NH. The highway is an excellent route for a dog-friendly road trip with your pup! You and Fido can enjoy some of the country's best fall foliage viewing areas. The Kancamagus Scenic Byway is now designated as an American Scenic Byway for its rich history, aesthetic beauty and culture.

The Dam Brewhouse in Campton, NH, is pet-friendly inside and outdoors. Most of the beers on tap are gluten-free and delicious. The owners help to bring the community together. Their small tasting room and beer garden are perfect for meeting an old friend or some new ones.

Arethusa Falls is a pet-friendly hike at Crawford Notch State Park located in Bartlett, NH. This 2.8-mile moderately trafficked out-and-back trail via Bemis Brook and Arethusa Falls Traill will feature a waterfall. Dogs are welcome as long as they are kept on a leash and any mess they make is promptly cleaned up by their owner.

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.

Mount Washington Observatory Weather Discovery Center is a pet-friendly attraction in Conway, NH. Please note that the Sherman Adams Building of the main observatory, food serving areas, and cog train are off-limits to dogs. However, there's an area near the front that is inside and sheltered by the wind and heated on colder days, that people can bring their pups into. There are also trails nearby that people can enjoy with their pooch.

Leashed dogs are welcome on the trails and in the pet-friendly sculpture garden at Andres Institute of Art in Brookline, NH. Explore the wooded trails lined with many contemporary sculptures. Please bring waste bags and clean up after Fido, and be aware that this is a carry-in, carry-out location and there are no trash receptacles available. Pets aren't permitted inside any of the buildings.

The whole family, including Fido, is invited to Little Village Toy & Book Shop in Littleton, NH. This dog-friendly store features puzzles, books and educational toys for all ages.

Bass Pro Shops is a pet-friendly store in Hooksett, NH. Leashed dogs are welcome to join you inside as you browse their aisles. They offer fishing, hunting, camping and additional outdoor supplies.