Dog Friendly Hiking Trails in Framingham, MA

Leashed dogs are welcome at pet-friendly Cushing Memorial Park in Framingham, MA. The park is 67.5-acres and contains lots of paved pathways for you to walk with your pup. Other features of the park include a 9/11 Memorial, flower gardens, benches,, gazebos, a keyhole garden and lots of shady spots to rest.

Leashed dogs are allowed at Callahan State Park, a pet-friendly recreation area in Framingham, MA. You and Fido can hike the more than 7 miles of marked trails which are also popular for mountain biking, horseback riding and cross-country skiing in the winter.

Leashed dogs are welcome at Cochituate Brook Reservation Trail, a pet-friendly trail in Framingham, MA. This trail spans 27-miles in total and offers a bench halfway along for people and pups to rest and recuperate. The paved trail makes it accessible for all levels of walker and all ages of dog. The trees on either side of the trail provide shade on sunnier days.

Leashed dogs are welcome at Borderland State Park in Easton, MA. This pet-friendly park offers over 20-miles of hiking trails to explore and many ponds that water-loving canines will enjoy.

Great Brook Farm State Park is a pet-friendly park in Carlisle, MA. Leashed dogs can join their humans in exploring the 20 miles of trails together. The trails are popular for cross-country skiing in the winter. There is also a working dairy farm, complete with resident farm animals, on the property.

New England Botanic Garden at Tower Hill is a pet-friendly attraction in Boylston, MA. Your leashed pup is welcome to join you as you explore the beautiful grounds, including conservatories, formal and naturalistic gardens, and expansive views of the Wachusett Reservoir. Fido will love seeing the wide array of colorful flowers and botanicals along the trail. Dogs are welcome year-round except during special after-hours events, such as Night Lights, and they are not allowed indoors. Be sure to ask about their Tails ‘n Trails membership program!

Leashed dogs are allowed at Purgatory Chasm State Reservation, a unique natural landmark in Sutton, MA. This pet-friendly natural space's focal point is the incredible rock formations that trails meander by.

Minute Man National Historical Park is a pet-friendly site in Lincoln, MA. Your leashed pup can tag along to explore the area of significant structures and landscapes associated with the opening battle of the American Revolution. Please note you must clean up after your pet, but no trash cans are provided.

Fido will love to frolic and play off-leash at Cat Rock Park, a pet-friendly park in Weston, MA. This park features wooded trails and a swimming pond. Be sure to keep an eye on Fido, as the area isn't fenced.

Leashed dogs are welcome at Ashland State Park in Ashland, MA. This pet-friendly park offers a scenic trail around the reservoir for you and Fido to explore. Please note that dogs are not permitted on the beaches or in swimming areas during the summer months.

Leashed dogs can join their humans for a walk around Horn Pond in Woburn, MA. This popular space features pet-friendly walking trails around the pond and wetland spaces. Please note that part of the trail is on a sidewalk along a busy road.

The Upper Charles 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 Milford! The map below shows a parking area with convenient access to the Upper Charles 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.

Acton Arboretum is a pet-friendly destination in Acton, MA. Controlled four-legged friends can tag along as you explore the area. The arboretum features garden pathways, a shaded 1.5-mile hiking trail, a boardwalk and more. Picnic tables are also available on site.

Two- and four-legged outdoor enthusiasts can visit the pet-friendly Francis William Bird Park in East Walpole, MA. This 89-acre park offers a range of visitor amenities, including walking paths, picnic tables, sports courts and a playground. Dogs must be leashed, and waste must be disposed of properly in litter barrels.

Leashed dogs are welcome at Vietnam Veteran's Park, a pet-friendly park in Billerica, MA. You and Fido can explore trails, ponds, conservation spaces and even the off-leash Billerica Dog Park at this spacious and popular recreation site. Please be sure to keep pups on-leash during their visit unless they are within the fenced dog park space.

The Nashua River Rail 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 Ayer! The map below shows a parking area with convenient access to the Nashua River Rail 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.

Leashed dogs are allowed at F. Gilbert Hills State Forest, a pet-friendly natural space in Foxboro, MA. This 1000-acre state forest is home to 23-miles of trails for you and Fido to explore. The park is also part of the 30-mile Warner Trail, stretching from Sharon, MA, to Diamond Hill State Park in Rhode Island. There is also a scenic, paved picnic area in the forest for when you need to fuel up and rest.

Leashed dogs are welcome to join their humans at Hopkinton State Park in Hopkinton, MA. Fido can join you in exploring miles of pet-friendly hiking trails, secluded picnic areas and reservoir access points. Please note that dogs aren't permitted on the beaches or in swimming areas.

Oak Hill Conservation Land in Littleton, MA is dog-friendly. The beautiful trails provide an ideal opportunity to exercise and enjoy fresh air with Fido. This parcel is comprised primarily of oak woodlands and has three separate trails. Leashed dogs are always welcome.

Leashed dogs are welcome year-round at Larz Anderson Park in Brookline, MA. This pet-friendly park features walking trails, ponds and gardens to explore. This park also offers off-leash hours from March through November between the hours of dawn and 1:00 PM in the unfenced area at the top of the hill on the Avon Street side of the park. Dogs must be registered with the Green Dog Program for these off-leash privileges. Fido must be leashed throughout the remainder of the park at all times and any day or time outside of the designated off-leash hours.