Dog-Friendly Activities in Milford, CT

There are 7 dog-friendly activities in Milford. Use the links below to get an overview of each one, see pictures, print directions, and even read reviews from other dog owners. Coming from out of town? Get a discounted rate on pet friendly hotels in Milford.

Tribus Beer Co.

Milford, CT

Tribus Beer Co. Dogs are welcome to join their owners at Tribus Brewing Co in Milford, CT. The first brewery and taproom to come to the town, Tribus offers up a wide selection of flavorsome beers brewed on the premises. Their beer list includes sour IPA, IPA, porters, stouts, and more. Your pooch can join you outside in the biergarten. See Details

Eisenhower Park

Milford, CT

Eisenhower Park Fido is welcome at Eisenhower Park, a dog-friendly recreation area in Milford, CT. The park features nature trails, a pond, a dog run, community garden and the scenic Wepawaug River. Dogs must be leashed in the park when outside the fenced dog run. See Details

Eisenhower Dog Park

Milford, CT

Eisenhower Dog Park Eisenhower Dog Park is a large, grassy recreation area in Milford. Bring your pooch along to play off-leash with local pups at this dog run that is also known as Milford Dog Park. Outside the park's fence are a network of pretty trails you can explore with your leashed pooch. Dog owners are asked to clean up after pups and to make sure their dogs are playing nicely in the park. See Details

Silver Sands State Park

Milford, CT

Silver Sands State Park Leashed dogs are allowed in the pet-friendly picnic areas near the parking lot of Silver Sands State Park in Milford, CT. While the park's biggest draw is the shoreline, unfortunately pets aren't permitted on the beach or the boardwalks that lead to the sand. See Details

Van Wilgen's Garden Mart Milford

Milford, CT

Van Wilgen's Garden Mart Milford Van Wilgen's Garden Mart in Milford, CT, is pet friendly. Well-behaved, leashed dogs are welcome to join you as you explore the grounds. Their picturesque property offers a fresh assortment of annuals, perennials, herbs, vegetables and plant decor. They also have a well-stocked greenhouse on site. See Details

Anchor Beach

Milford, CT

Anchor Beach Anchor Beach in Milford has a dog-friendly shoreline walk with gorgeous views and breezes. Please note that Fido isn't allowed on the actual beach, but is permitted on the walk. See Details

Scoot & Paddle

Milford, CT

Scoot & Paddle Scoot & Paddle is dog-friendly! Paddle along the shoreline on a SUP, circumnavigate Charles Island with your dog. Check out the website for special events, races, full moon paddles, singles, bonfires... See Details

Lake Mohegan Open Space

Fairfield, CT

Lake Mohegan Open Space Lake Mohegan Open Space is a beautiful dog-friendly recreation area in Fairfield, CT. The scenic hiking trails take you around the lake, over a foot bridge, and through woodlands at this 170-acre property. Fido can enjoy some off-leash time on your hike after you reach the "100-foot" sign posted on the trail. Please make sure your pets are under voice control at all times and be sure to clean up after them. See Details

Sleeping Giant State Park

Hamden, CT

Sleeping Giant State Park Sleeping Giant State Park is a dog-friendly area in Hamden, CT. Despite the name, this park is popular among hikers and people looking for a picturesque place to have a picnic. The name actually comes from the mountaintops resembling the image of a giant having a nap. You can wander the uneven ridges on one of the many hiking trails with Fido as long as he is on a leash. See Details

Sherwood Island State Park

Westport, CT

Sherwood Island State Park Sherwood Island State Park in Westport, CT welcomes leashed dogs in the off-season from October 1st to April 14th. This public recreation area can be found on the shore of Long Island Sound and offers swimming, fishing and dog-friendly trails. Pets are not allowed in the park during the summer season from April 15th through September 30th. See Details

Books & Company

North Haven, CT

Books & Company Leashed dogs can join you on a visit to Books & Company, a pet-friendly bookstore in North Haven, CT. They offer "new to you" used books, greeting cards, unusual gifts, locally-made crafts and more. While the new space isn’t large enough for a coffee bar, you’re welcome to bring your own coffee and treats—along with your pup. See Details

Black Hog Brewery

Oxford, CT

Black Hog Brewery Black Hog Brewery in Oxford, CT is a dog-friendly bar that focuses on local agriculture when creating their unique, craft beers. At any time, you can choose from more than 10 seasonally rotating beers on tap. Black Hog Brewery doesn't offer a food menu, but often hosts food trucks on the weekends. See Details

Farm River State Park

East Haven, CT

Farm River State Park Leashed dogs are welcome at Farm River State Park, a pet-friendly natural space in East Haven, CT. This park is home to 16.5 miles of the scenic Farm River, which flows through the center of the park, as well as trails and meadows to explore with Fido. See Details

Southbury Dog Park

Southbury, CT

Southbury Dog Park Southbury Dog Park is a 14-acre, off-leash dog park in Southbury, CT, that welcomes friendly dogs. The park offers a separate small-dog area, a huge open field, a beautiful and accessible river, two wooded trails, tables, benches and plenty of waste bags. Owners can bring their dogs to enjoy the company of other canines, play a game of fetch or go for a dip in the stream. Please note that while the dog park is an off-leash area for dogs, it is not completely fenced. See Details

Jennings Beach

Fairfield, CT

Jennings Beach Jennings Beach is a pet-friendly area covering 27 acres along the Long Island Sound in Fairfield, CT. Dogs and horses are welcome at this off-leash beach from October 1st to March 31st. Pets must be cleaned up after and aren't permitted on the boardwalks, pavilions or playgrounds. See Details

Naugatuck Dog Park

Naugatuck, CT

Naugatuck Dog Park Naugatuck Dog Park is a recreational area in Naugatuck, CT. This 3-acre fenced-in park allows dogs to play off leash and features separate areas for large and small pups. There are several picnic tables and plenty of walking trails. See Details

Racebrook Tract

Orange, CT

Racebrook Tract Leashed dogs are welcome at Racebrook Tract, a pet-friendly hiking area in Orange, CT. There are four blazed trails that weave through mostly level forest, including an accessible paved trail that leads to a boardwalk over the wetlands. Please remember to clean up after Fido. See Details

Jared's Dog Park

Stratford, CT

Jared's Dog Park Jared's Dog Park is an off-leash park located within Roosevelt Forest which is accessible to Stratford, CT residents only. The park has a separate area for small dogs, and beautiful trees and large boulders for inquisitive pups of all sizes to investigate. Features also include fountains, comfortable benches for humans, pet waste stations, and agility obstacles. A supply of tennis balls and frisbees is usually available. Jared's Dog Park is open to Stratford residents. See Details

Baiting Hollow Farm Vineyard

Calverton, NY

Baiting Hollow Farm Vineyard Leashed dogs are welcome in the outdoor courtyard and picnic areas at Baiting Hollow Farm Vineyards, a pet-friendly winery in Calverton, NY. Enjoy a variety of wines, drink flights, beer and cider options. Please note that dogs are not permitted in the tasting house or on the deck or patio. Please clean up after Fido. See Details

Valor Wines

North Haven, CT

Valor Wines Furry friends of North Haven, CT are invited to join their owners at Valor Wines. This pet-friendly micro winery offers outdoor seating where visitors can relax while sipping wine, sangria, cider, or soda with cheese, crackers and small snacks. Dogs must be well-behaved and leashed, and Valor Wines encourages pups to remain home during events. See Details