Dog-Friendly Activities in Mystic, CT

There are 10 dog-friendly activities in Mystic. 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 Mystic.

Mystic Seaport Museum

Mystic, CT

Mystic Seaport Museum Mystic Seaport Museum is a dog-friendly attraction in Mystic, CT. Walk the grounds with your leashed pet and explore the museum's shipyard, nineteenth-century village re-creation, and nine gardens or enjoy a stroll along the river. Leashed pets are welcome on the museum grounds, although they aren't permitted in any buildings or museum vessels. Rent a rowboat or sailboat to spend an hour exploring the Mystic River in a traditional small craft. Choose one of more than a dozen boats that vary in capacity from 2 to 5 people (plus a dog). Boathouse staff will set you up with life jackets, oars, and other gear. Pricing for boat rentals vary. See Details

Olde Mistick Village

Mystic, CT

Olde Mistick Village Bring Fido for a stroll around dog-friendly Olde Mistick Village. Located in Mystic, CT, the village is an outdoor shopping and dining destination designed to resemble a New England-style village of yesteryear. Both two and four-legged guests are welcome to spend a day roaming around the duck pond and along the walkways. Pets must be leashed during their visit and aren't permitted inside every store, so owners will need to inquire within before bringing Fido inside. See Details

Mystic Knotwork

Mystic, CT

Mystic Knotwork Leashed dogs are welcome to shop with you inside Mystic Knotwork, a pet-friendly store in Mystic, CT. Browse and enjoy the American-made nautical knot decorations, the wedding knot and reception gifts, and especially the famous sailor bracelets. They even sell knotted, handmade dog toys! See Details

The Spice & Tea Exchange of Mystic

Mystic, CT

The Spice & Tea Exchange of Mystic Fido is welcome to join you at The Spice & Tea Exchange of Mystic, a pet-friendly shop with a location in Mystic, CT. Well behaved dogs can accompany you inside the shop if they remain leashed. The Spice & Tea Exchange offer over 140 fine spices, 75 hand-mixed seasoning blends, sugars, salts, and teas. Visitors can also purchase gourmet gifts, souvenirs, and accessories. See Details

Mystic River Park

Mystic, CT

Mystic River Park Leashed dogs are welcome at the pet-friendly Mystic River Park in Mystic, CT. There's a sizable green space for dogs to play and socialize, along with a boardwalk for walking along the water. Bring a picnic to enjoy or take a stroll at sunset with Fido! See Details

Mystic Yacht Charter

Mystic, CT

Mystic Yacht Charter Set sail with Fido in a classic yacht from dog-friendly business Mystic Yacht Charter, located in Mystic, CT. Dog owners are encouraged to sit back, relax and take in the historic sites along the Mystic River. Private cruises are one hour and forty-five minutes long. Booking can be made online, and guests should inform the captain of their intent to bring a dog. See Details

Adventure Mystic

Mystic, CT

Adventure Mystic Adventure Mystic is a seasonal watersport rental shop in Mystic, CT. This pet-friendly adventure store offers paddleboards as well as single and tandem kayak rentals. Enjoy a day on the water with Fido paddling along the Connecticut shoreline. Bring a leash, treats and a life jacket for your pooch. You can book online in advance by visiting their website. See Details

Whittle's Willow Spring Farm

Mystic, CT

Whittle's Willow Spring Farm Whittle's Willow Spring Farm is a seasonal pet-friendly attraction in Mystic, CT. This family-owned field and stand offer fresh, handpicked fruits, vegetables, and eggs. They also offer autumnal activities, including apple and pumpkin picking, as well as kids' activities. See Details

US Ghost Adventures Mystic

Mystic, CT

US Ghost Adventures Mystic Bring Fido on the US Ghost Adventures top-rated, pet-friendly ghost tour running all year round in Mystic, CT. Join expert guides for a chilling walk through haunted streets and historic landmarks. Hear stories of spirits, notorious tragedies and eerie local legends. Iconic stops include Mystic & Noank Library, Mystic Pizza, and Factory Square. Leashed dogs welcome! See Details

Island Pursuit

Mystic, CT

Island Pursuit Leashed pets can join you inside dog-friendly retailer Island Pursuit in Mystic, CT. Shop for the latest men and women's clothing and accessories to complete your seasonal wardrobe. See Details

Napatree Point Conservation Area

Westerly, RI

Napatree Point Conservation Area Dogs are welcome on the beach at the pet-friendly Napatree Point Conservation Area in Westerly, RI, during certain times of the year. Pets are prohibited from 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM, May 2 through Labor Day. The rest of the year, registered leashed pups are allowed anytime. Dogs are not permitted in roped-off areas, and guests must clean up after Fido during their visit; waste bins are located at the entrance to the beach. See Details

Bluff Point State Park

Groton, CT

Bluff Point State Park Leashed dogs are welcome at Bluff Point State Park, a pet-friendly recreational area in Groton, CT. Situated on the shores of Poquonnock River, this park offers over 800 acres for you and Fido to explore. There are wooded hiking and biking trails, opportunities for fishing and boating, and spectacular wildlife viewing on Long Island Sound. Please note that dogs and horses aren't permitted on the beach from April 1st to September 1st. See Details

Montauk Point Lighthouse

Montauk, NY

Montauk Point Lighthouse Montauk Point Lighthouse offers pet-friendly trails to explore with your furry friend in New York. Leashed dogs can hike on the lighthouse's rocky ledges, which provide a spectacular view of the crashing surf below. Please note pups are not allowed inside any buildings. See Details

Fort Trumbull State Park

New London, CT

Fort Trumbull State Park Fido is welcome to join you at Fort Trumbull State Park, a pet-friendly park in New London, CT. Enjoy the paved walking trail around the fort and along the waterfront. See Details

Holdridge Home & Garden

Ledyard, CT

Holdridge Home & Garden Holdridge Home & Garden is a dog-friendly hardware store in Ledyard, CT. Fido is welcome to join you as you shop for lawn and garden supplies, paint, tools, grills, etc. See Details

Grey Sail Brewing of Rhode Island

Westerly, RI

Grey Sail Brewing of Rhode Island 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. See Details

Cross Sound Ferry

Orient, NY

Cross Sound Ferry Cross Sound Ferry is a dog-friendly company in Orient, NY. Leashed pups are allowed in select areas of auto ferries. All pets must remain in an approved pet carrier throughout the journey for high-speed ferries. The trip duration to New London, CT, varies between 45 minutes and an hour and 20 minutes, depending on the speed of the selected ferry. See Details

Jonathan Edwards Winery

North Stonington, CT

Jonathan Edwards Winery Jonathan Edwards Winery in North Stonington, CT, is dog friendly. Fido is welcome to join you beside a table on the outdoor patio as long as they are leashed. Enjoy a wine flight with you furry companion while admiring beautiful views across the vineyards. See Details

Bozrah Farmers Market

Bozrah, CT

Bozrah Farmers Market Leashed, well-behaved dogs are welcome at Bozrah Farmers Market, a pet-friendly outdoor market in Bozrah, CT. Wander the aisles of vendors and enjoy live music and a bite to eat from the food trucks. With over 40 vendors you will find a wide variety of items, including fresh vegetables, baked goods, homemade jams, fresh-cut flowers, pet treats and much more. The market is seasonal, and runs every Friday from July through October. Two off-season markets are also offered, the Holiday Market in November and the Mother's Day Market in May. Check their website for dates for these events as well as the season's opening date. See Details

Fort Griswold Battlefield State Park

Groton, CT

Fort Griswold Battlefield State Park Leashed pups are allowed at dog-friendly Fort Griswold Battlefield State Park in Groton, CT. This historic site is home to Fort Griswold, which is known for being taken by the British forces in 1781. You can jump on the pet-friendly Thames River Heritage Park Water Taxi and head on down to the old fort site. The rolling hills and historic buildings are well worth the trip. See Details