Dog-Friendly Activities in Franklin, NJ

Delsea Drive-In welcomes families and their furry friends to enjoy movies on two screens in Vineland, NJ. The drive-in is pet friendly on Sundays during peak summer season from Memorial Day weekend to Labor Day weekend. After Labor Day weekend until fall closure, Fido is welcome on Saturdays. Dogs must be on short, non-retractable leashes, and waste must be disposed of properly. Bring dog bowls for restroom water fill-ups; outside food or liquids aren't allowed. Security staff will guide you to pet relief areas. Please ensure dogs remain quiet for an enjoyable visit for all guests.

The Timber Creek Dog Park in Blackwood, NJ, is a nine-acre fenced dog recreation area for off-leash play featuring tons of trees for shade. Check out the pond near the dog park for a leashed swimming session!

Fido is welcome to join you for a walk along the dog-friendly Blueberry Hill Trail, a paved pathway in Gibbsboro, NJ. In the warmer months, this 1.8-mile loop trail is popular with walkers, bird watchers and runners. It is also a well-known snowshoeing track in winter. A trail map is posted near the parking lot, and there are several paved and dirt paths which link to Blueberry Hill Trail, including United States Avenue Trail. The trail is open throughout the year and leashed dogs are permitted.

Three 3's Brewing Company is a dog-friendly taproom located in Hammonton, NJ. Your leashed pup is welcome to join you inside or on the outdoor patio at an umbrella-shaded table. They focus on brewing IPAs, saisons, stouts and porters for you to enjoy.

Bring Fido to join you as you taste wine at Bellview Winery, located less than an hour west outside of Atlantic City in Buena, NJ. The winery offers over 20 wines. Dogs are allowed inside the tasting room, but here is plenty of outdoor space to enjoy, too!

The Red Barn Farm is a dog-friendly seasonal activity in Hammonton, NJ. Well-behaved, leashed dogs are welcome to tag along as you explore. Amenities include a 10-acre corn maze, kid games, a sunflower field, music and more.

Blue Rascal Distillery in Hammonton, NJ, allows pups to join their owners outside on the seasonal dog-friendly front porch or back patio. Sample handcrafted spirits like blueberry brandy, rye whisky, gin, rum, and fruit liqueurs in this charming micro-batch distillery. Outside food is welcome.

Timber Creek Park is a 128-acre dog-friendly outdoor recreation area in Blackwood, NJ. Facilities include a 9-acre fenced dog park, a 0.5-mile walking track, pavilions, cross country trails, natural trails, and water fountains.

Tonewood Brewing in Barrington, NJ, is a dog-friendly spot serving up hoppy hazies, crisp lagers and more. Leashed four-legged friends are welcome in the brewery. Enjoy rotating food trucks, live music and a welcoming vibe that makes this South Jersey brewery a great place to relax with your pup.

Bring Fido to the dog park at Runnemede Lake Park in Runnemede, NJ. The area is fully fenced and mulch covered with some trees for shade. Amenities include benches, agility obstacles, a faux fire hydrant, and a waste station. Remember to bring water for your pup.

Fido is welcome at the dog-friendly John Heinz National Wildlife Refuge at Tinicum in Philadelphia, PA. John Heinz is America's first urban refuge and was established to preserve the Tinicum Marsh and to promote environmental education. The refuge features more than 10 miles of trails. Dogs must be cleaned up after and leashed at all times during their visit.

The Monroe Township Bikepath 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 Glassboro! The map below shows a trailhead where you can pick up the Monroe Township Bikepath. 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 welcome on the beautiful pet-friendly trails of the Gibbsboro's Trail System in this quiet, hilly nature park, located in Gibbsboro, NJ. It's an excellent place for you and your pooch to stretch your legs.

Bring Fido to run around and play off-leash at the dog park at Memorial Park in Gibbstown, NJ. This park offers one section for large and small dogs with benches and a waste station. Please pack your own water upon arriving with your furry best friend.

The Gloucester Township Health and Fitness Trail (aka Blackwood Railroad 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 Blackwood! The map below shows a parking area with convenient access to the Gloucester Township Health and Fitness Trail (aka Blackwood Railroad 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.

Guests and leashed pets are welcome to explore three centuries of history at the dog-friendly Fort Mifflin in Philadelphia, PA. This living landmark is one of the only intact Revolutionary War battlefields. Be sure to call or check their event schedule in advance for cannon/musket demos that may frighten skittish animals. Events are held throughout the year that highlight the Fort’s long service to the United States and feature uniformed or period-attired interpretive guides and reenactors. Guests are welcome to bring a picnic to enjoy in the shaded, riverfront picnic area.

Hammonton Dog Park is a members-only dog recreation area featuring separate sections for small and large pups in Hammonton, NJ. Dogs must be registered with the city to use the park, but registration is open to residents and non-residents.

Visit the pet-friendly Black Run Preserve in Philadelphia, PA. Bring your dog along to explore the great outdoors at this hike along short trails. The best time to visit is during fall when the colors are changing. Leashed dogs are welcome, as long as they are cleaned up after.

Fido is welcome to join you at an outdoor, pet-friendly table at Axe and Arrow Brewing, a brewery in Glassboro, NJ. Enjoy a variety of craft beers on tap. You can bring your own food or have it delivered from a local restaurant.

Dogs and their owners love visiting the pet-friendly Bonesaw Brewing Co. in Glassboro, NJ. Furry friends may sit outside on the covered patio, which features picnic tables and heaters to keep you and Fido warm in the cooler weather. Treat yourself to their beverages, including IPAs, sours, ales, lagers and more.