Dog-Friendly Activities in Rhode Island

The Cliff Walk in Newport, RI, is a dog-friendly public trail with beautiful views of the Newport shoreline and historic Newport. The path is roughly 3.5 miles in length and is a great way to see the area's landscape. Leashed dogs are allowed on the trail as long as they are cleaned up after.

Goddard Memorial State Park in Warwick attracts thousands of visitors each year as Rhode Island’s most popular Metropolitan Park. This dog-friendly recreation area offers a beautiful natural environment with spacious lawns, fields, and forested areas with a variety of trees from all over the world, including 62 deciduous and 19 evergreen species. There are 18 miles of bridle trails, picnic tables, 11 game fields, and a performing arts center for weddings, concerts, picnics and special events. Leashed dogs are welcome on most trails.

Sea Newport offers dog-friendly cruises in Newport, RI. Fido is welcome to join you for a relaxing ride on the water ranging from 1.5 hours long to an entire day. You and your pup can enjoy a private cruise for up to 6 people, and dogs don't count towards the six person maximum.

The trails surrounding Point Judith Lighthouse are pet-friendly in Narragansett, RI. While the lighthouse isn't directly accessible, you can admire it outside and the incredible scenery along the coastline. There are benches to rest and a grassy area to walk your furry friend or picnic together.

Fort Adams State Park is a sizeable pet-friendly recreation site in Newport, RI. The park includes acres of open space, a beach, a two-mile walking path, picnic areas, boat launches, public sailing docks and sometimes holds special events.

Lincoln Woods State Park in Lincoln, RI, is one of Blackstone Valley's great treasures. A short ride from Providence, Pawtucket, and Cumberland, it is a popular getaway for northeastern Rhode Islanders. Visitors can enjoy walking their leashed dogs with certification papers at this park in the day-use areas. Pets must be on a leash no longer than 6 feet, and are prohibited from all state bathing beaches from April 1st through September 30th.

The dog-friendly Compass Rose Beach is one of four public shores in the North Kingston, RI area that welcomes Fido. Leashed dogs may accompany their owners onto the sandy beach, where picnic benches are dotted alongside the nearby parking lot.

Bring Fido with you to the pet-friendly John H. Chafee Nature Preserve in North Kingstown, RI. This recreation area features hiking trails to the beach that your leashed pup can join you on. Once you arrive by the water, you can partake in seasonal seal watching.

Dog-friendly Brenton Point State Park in Newport, RI, offers visitors expansive views of the bay and ocean, picnic tables, walking trails, and gardens. Dogs are welcome to join their humans but must always be leashed.

Whalers Brewing Company is a dog-friendly, locally owned brewery in South Kingstown, RI, with an on-site taproom selling draft beer, growlers, and brewery merchandise. Leashed dogs are welcome inside and outside. Order a tasting flight to enjoy while you play some cornhole, life sized Jenga, or pool. Guests can bring their own food or order delivery from a list of local restaurants.

Based at Point Judith in Narragansett, RI, the dog-friendly Block Island Ferry offers traditional and high-speed ferry services. Pets are permitted on board but must always remain on a leash or in a carrier. Please note your furry friend isn't allowed on the seats or benches inside the cabins. Be sure to call ahead or visit their website for schedules and fares.

Leashed dogs are welcome in the seasonal beer garden, which offers covered picnic tables, outside Grey Sail Brewing of Rhode Island in Westerly, RI. This pet-friendly, local brewery offers award winning beers, which you can sample by the flight or glass. Visit their website to see what is currently on tap.

South Kingstown Dog Park is a fully-fenced grassy recreation area in South Kingstown, RI. Visitors will find two secure, enclosed space areas for small dogs under 30 lbs and a space for large dogs over 30 lbs. There are shaded areas, water and trash receptacles in the park.

For a view of Newport, RI, from the sea, set sail with Fido on a private boat charter with Antique Yacht Collection. Take a dog-friendly morning mimosa cruise, an evening sunset sail or a half or full-day charter. They specialize in two-hour, four-hour, and full-day private boat charters for up to six people. Bring your pup (or several); there is no limit to the number or size of dogs, and they can even stop and let them jump in the water.

Escobar Farm is a pet-friendly seasonal attraction in Portsmouth, RI. Well-behaved and leashed dogs can join you around their corn maze or on a hay ride. They even give you a bag to help clean up after your furry friend.

Mulberry Vineyards is a pet-friendly establishment in the historic town of Chepachet, RI. Your furry friend can join you inside or at an outdoor table for wine tasting. They also host events on select nights to enjoy with your furry friend beside you.

Rocky Point State Park is a dog-friendly recreation area located in Warwick, RI. What is now a passive park used to be home to a ferry pier along with popular rides and attractions. You and Fido can walk around this nostalgic area, but pets must remain on a leash.

Bring Fido to visit the pet-friendly King Park in Newport, RI, and play alongside the harbor. Located at the south end of Newport Harbor, this recreation area features a boat ramp, roughly a quarter mile of grass and trees, park benches, a picturesque gazebo, a picnic area, small beaches and more. Dogs must be leashed during their visit.

Working Man Distillers in Pawtucket, RI, is a proudly female veteran-owned, dog-friendly distillery offering exceptional spirits in a spacious tasting room. Guests can enjoy whiskey, socialize with friends and possibly meet Koby, the distillery dog. They also host private events and support local shelters, where Koby and their two cats were adopted.

Portsmouth Dog Park is a dog-friendly park in Portsmouth, RI. The park features free parking, handicapped accessibility, separate off-leash areas for small and large dogs, fresh water for humans and canines, benches, and an observation walkway. Funds are being raised for a second phase of building which will add fitness and agility equipment, Astroturf, and lighting.