Dog Friendly Activities in Rhode Island

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

The Container Store

Cranston, RI

The Container Store The Container Store in Cranston, RI, is pet friendly! This chain retail store is dedicated to helping you organize your home, office and life through storage and organization solutions, and innovative custom closets and shelving. Fido may join you inside as you browse through their many items. See Details

Books on the Square

Providence, RI

Books on the Square Books on the Square is a cozy dog-friendly independent bookstore in Providence, RI. This local shop sells both new and used books and welcomes all well-read (and not-so-well-read) pooches to browse the aisles with their owners! See Details

Blue Beach

North Kingstown, RI

Blue Beach Blue Beach is a popular coastal spot which welcomes dogs and is located in North Kingstown, RI. A 0.5 mile trail takes you from Blue Beach parking lot on Circuit Drive to a wide open beach. Fido must be leashed on the short trail which is ideal for walking and seeing wildlife. Endless fun awaits Fido on the sea and sandy oasis which is Blue Beach. See Details

Ragged Island Brewing

Portsmouth, RI

Ragged Island Brewing Ragged Island Brewing in Portsmouth, RI, is dog friendly! Leashed pups are welcome to join their owners outside on the farm if they are well-behaved. Treat yourself to one of their craft beers while you take in the views of Narragansett Bay. Food trucks are available occasionally, but you can also bring your own food. See Details

Bottles

Providence, RI

Bottles Bottles is a dog-friendly liquor store in Providence, RI. Fido can peruse through the aisles of this store alongside you while you decide which beverages you want to purchase. They sell wine, spirits, beer, whiskey and more. See Details

Rejects Beer Co.

Middletown, RI

Rejects Beer Co. Rejects Beer Co. is a dog-friendly brewery in Middletown, RI, that welcomes Fido inside the taproom. The 1880-foot garage venue features a retro counter culture vibe with funky merch and an 80's basement decor. Sample a variety of fresh brews by the flight or pint. See Details

Diamond Hill Vineyards

Cumberland, RI

Diamond Hill Vineyards Bring your dog to this quaint winery to sit outside while you taste wines. Purchase a wine flight and sit on the patio. The winery welcomes leashed dogs and outside food. See Details

Greenvale Vineyards

Portsmouth, RI

Greenvale Vineyards Greenvale Vineyards in Portsmouth, RI, is dog friendly. Fido is allowed on the tasting room patio as long as he is leashed, well-behaved and cleaned up after. This sixth generation family-run vineyard offers wine flights and hosts food trucks seasonally. See Details

Bravo Brewing Company

Burrillville, RI

Bravo Brewing Company Bravo Brewing Company in Burrillville, RI is a veteran-owned micro-brewery specializing in traditional and new American craft beer. Their pet-friendly taproom has indoor and outdoor seating that welcomes you and your pup. On tap, you'll find Mexican Hot Chocolate Stout, Anthem American Pale Ale, and Mayday New England IPA, to name a few. See Details

Newport Classic Yacht Co

Newport, RI

Newport Classic Yacht Co Newport Classic Yacht Co offers private boat tours and yacht charters in Newport Harbor and around Narragansett Bay in Newport, RI. Their pet-friendly yacht, Temma, provides a true Rhode Island yachting experience for up to six guests. Cruises are offered from 90 minutes to full days, and water bowls and treats are provided to four-legged guests. See Details

Sachuest Beach

Middletown, RI

Sachuest Beach Sachuest Beach (locally known as Second Beach) in Middletown, RI is pet friendly with restrictions. From October 1 to April 30, the beach welcomes pups anytime during the day, provided they are leashed. Starting May 1 until September 30, leashed dogs are only allowed on the beach from 5:00 AM to 7:45 AM. The Rhode Island National Wildlife Refuge sections are not pet friendly in order to preserve the local animal populations. See Details

Rustic Tri-View Drive-In

North Smithfield, RI

Rustic Tri-View Drive-In North Smithfield, RI, is home to Rustic Tri-View Drive-In, a seasonal outdoor theater that opens every summer since 1951. This pet-friendly theater welcomes well-behaved, leashed pups to join their owners for a movie. Dogs aren't permitted in the restrooms or snack bar, but there's an area where you can walk them. While you chow down on your snacks, Fido can enjoy a doggie sundae from the soft-serve ice cream shop. See Details

The Kimberly Perrott Memorial Dog Park

Barrington, RI

The Kimberly Perrott Memorial Dog Park The Kimberly Perrott Memorial Dog Park is a popular off-leash area in Barrington, RI. Fido is welcome to run, play and socialize in this large enclosed space. There are pet waste stations and water fountains. Please note that this park doesn't have a separate area for small dogs. See Details

King Park

Newport, RI

King Park 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. See Details

Point Judith: Camp Cronin Fishing Access

Narragansett, RI

Point Judith: Camp Cronin Fishing Access Camp Cronin is a pet-friendly gem in RI where you and Fido can sit on a quiet beach, walk along the rocks or pick a fishing spot with a view of the Point Judith Lighthouse. See Details

McAloon's Taxi

Block Island, RI

McAloon's Taxi McAloon's Taxi is a pet-friendly company offering service around Block Island, RI. Tour the city from the comfort of a taxi and bring your pup. Dogs of any size are always welcome. See Details

Blackstone River Greenway

Manville, RI

Blackstone River Greenway The Blackstone River Greenway 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 dog-friendly "rail-trail" is now a great place to walk Fido in Manville! The map below shows a parking area with convenient access to the Blackstone River Greenway. 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

Deerfield Park

Smithfield, RI

Deerfield Park Deerfield Park is a large, dog-friendly open space to take Fido in Smithfield, RI. Walk your dog on the short trails or bike paths which are ideal for a casual stroll. To expend much of Fido's energy, venture out for off-leash play on the expansive area of grass. Bring a picnic to enjoy on the grass or sit on the pretty wooden benches or picnic tables dotted throughout the park. See Details

Wildwood Nursery

East Greenwich, RI

Wildwood Nursery Wildwood Nursery is a dog-friendly nursery and garden center in East Greenwich, RI. Leashed dogs are welcome to accompany you as you browse the selection of flowers, herbs, groundcovers, vines, shrubs, trees, etc. The store also sells garden décor such as bird baths, water fountains, pavers, planters, and more. See Details

Middletown Valley Park

Middletown, RI

Middletown Valley Park Middletown Valley Park is a pretty green space in Middletown, RI, that boasts a fenced dog park where pups can play off-leash. The grassy dog park is equipped with waste bags for easy clean up and has separate areas for small and large dogs. Afterwards, reattach Fido's leash and go for a walk on the paved trail through the park. See Details