Dog Friendly Activities in Newark, DE

There are 7 dog friendly activities in Newark. 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 Newark.

Elk Neck State Park

North East, MD

Elk Neck State Park North East, MD is home to the dog-friendly Elk Neck State Park. This outdoor recreation area invites owners and their canine companions to adventure together and enjoy the waterview. While pets are welcome in the campgrounds, they aren't permitted in the Bohemia, Chester, Tred Avon, Sassafras loops, rustic cabins, or the youth group camping area. Dogs are allowed in all day-use areas as well as the beach area, except for the sandy portion of the swimming beach area from Memorial Day weekend to after Labor Day. See Details

Goddard Park

West Grove, PA

Goddard Park Bring your pup to the pet-friendly Goddard Park in West Grove, PA. This 125-acre site features an off-leash dog park, a few miles of trails, a playground and adequate parking. See Details

Salty Paws

Glen Allen, VA

Salty Paws Check out the pet-friendly Salty Paws, a doggy ice cream bar and bakery in Glen Allen, VA. Bring your pup in to try their delightful selection of doggy ice cream flavors, biscuits, bones and toys. Grab a table and let your pup enjoy it inside, or take it to go! See Details

Cedar Swamp Wildlife Area

Townsend, DE

Cedar Swamp Wildlife Area Cedar Swamp Wildlife Area is a pet-friendly spot in Townsend, DE. Your leashed pup can tag along to explore over 5,500 acres of wilderness. Activities include wildlife watching, water sports and trails. Please note that it's essential to know when hunting season is, and in doubt, wear orange. See Details

Huxley & Hiro

Wilmington, DE

Huxley & Hiro Huxley & Hiro is an independent pet-friendly bookstore in downtown Wilmington, DE. Owners are welcome to bring their leashed pups to browse through the variety of books, journals, postcards, art supplies and souvenirs featured throughout the aisles. Visitors can also grab a quick bite to eat, such as a cold brew and prepackaged snack. See Details

Brandywine Battlefield

Chadds Ford, PA

Brandywine Battlefield Check out the pet-friendly Brandywine Battlefield park in Chadds Ford, PA. Your leashed pup can join you in exploring this historical spot, which features walking paths with signage and various sites that you can browse. Pets are permitted but must be leashed at all times and cleaned up after. Dogs are not allowed in any buildings. See Details

Elk Neck State Forest

North East, MD

Elk Neck State Forest Leashed pets are welcome at the pet-friendly Elk Neck State Forest in North East, MD. The 3,571-acre outdoor recreation area features an array of amenities for visitors, from a shooting range and hiking to mountain biking and horseback riding. Owners are asked to pick up any waste left behind by their pets. See Details

Fair Hill Natural Resources Management Area

Elkton, MD

Fair Hill Natural Resources Management Area Fair Hill Natural Resources Management Area is a dog-friendly recreation space in Elkton, MD. Furry friends are invited to join their owners at this park, which spans 5,656 acres and features an array of walking trails winding through the woods and passing through Big Elk Creek. Keep an eye out for bikers and fellow hikers on some of the narrow paths. See Details