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Dog-Friendly Activities in Saco, ME

There are 5 dog-friendly activities in Saco, and 87 more nearby. 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 Saco.

Pet Friendly Bayview Beach

Bayview Beach

Bay View Beach in Saco, ME, is a dog-friendly beach. Dogs can stay and play here all day with their owners. Dogs must be leashed and under control of their owners from April 1 to September 30 on beaches in Saco where piping plovers or least terns are present or have traditionally nested. The rest of the year, dogs are allowed all day off-leash and under voice control.

Pet Friendly Saco Dog Park

Saco Dog Park

Saco Dog Park is a designated area for dogs to be off leash in Saco, ME. The area is adjacent to Pepperell Park and offers convenient parking. Bring Fido out for a day of play, exercise, and social time with other pups! The park is fully fenced and offers benches, water fountains, and trash receptables.

Ferry Beach State Park

Ferry Beach State Park

Ferry Beach State Park is a dog-friendly spot in Saco, ME. You can bring Fido with you to enjoy this stunning golden sand beach and surrounding area. Visitors are reminded that no pets are allowed on State Park beaches between April 1 and September 30, they should always be on a leash under six feet, and all mess should be cleaned up after them. Along the shore and among the forest, you'll notice a stand of tupelo trees, also known as black gum, from the pet-friendly nature trail that weaves around the shoreline and among the swampy marshes.

Camp Ellis Beach

Camp Ellis Beach

Camp Ellis Beach welcomes Fido to enjoy a swim at this pet-friendly area in Saco, ME. Located at the mouth of the Saco River, Camp Ellis Beach is short distance away from Ferry Beach State Park. The beach is smaller due to years of erosion but is close to parking, making it perfect for a quick stop. Dogs must be on a leash from April 1 to September 30.

Barreled Souls Brewing

Barreled Souls Brewing

Barreled Souls Brewing welcomes dogs on their pet-friendly outdoor terrace in Saco, ME. While they don't offer a full dog menu, they do have fresh water and treats available for four-legged guests. Enjoy a seat in the sun or the shade in this quaint, inviting space while you sip on a variety of craft brews. Check their social media for a schedule of visiting food trucks.

Gooch's Beach

Gooch's Beach in Kennebunk, ME is pet friendly at specific times throughout the year. From June 15 to Labor Day, dogs are welcome before 9am and after 5pm under voice control or on a leash. From the day after Labor Day to June 14, dogs are permitted on the beach at any time, but must be under voice control or on a leash.

Casco Bay Lines

Casco Bay Lines

All aboard this working mailboat of Casco Bay Lines in Portland, ME. You and your furry friend will be able to see the islands of Casco Bay, including Little Diamond, Great Diamond, Long, Cliff, and Chebeague, as you ride onboard the dog-friendly boat bringing mail and freight to the islands. Just make sure Fido is leashed during this unique boat tour. Ticket fees vary for people and dogs.

Mackworth Island

Mackworth Island

Mackworth Island is a pet-friendly 100-acre state park in Falmouth, ME. It is a great place to walk dogs oceanside, taking in the sites or observing birds in the sanctuary. The island-walk circles the island and is about 1.5 miles long. Be sure to keep your pup on a leash at all times.

Seashore Trolley Museum

Kennebunkport, ME

Seashore Trolley Museum

You and Fido can hop aboard a restored streetcar at the Seashore Trolley Museum in Kennebunkport, ME. The world's oldest and largest electric railway museum offers dog-friendly rides on a 1.5-mile private railway. You can hop on and off to hike a nearby trail system, and Fido is welcome to stroll on a leash with you through the Visitor Center, three public exhibits, and an observation gallery. The museum is open seasonally from May through October. There's an admission fee, but dogs are welcome for free.

Quarry Run Dog Park

Quarry Run Dog Park

Quarry Run Dog Park in Portland, ME, has seven acres of fenced, off-leash play space for dogs and their humans to enjoy. Inside the large fenced area is a smaller fenced area for smaller dogs to play without stress. Outside of the park, there are acres of trails to explore with your leashed dog. Bring your own water and waste bags and be aware that it can get quite muddy after rain.

Ogunquit Dog Park

Ogunquit Dog Park

The Ogunquit Dog Park is fully fenced with double gates and a separate area for small dogs in Ogunquit, ME. There is sun and shade, wood chips on the ground, seating, and water available from the end of March through November. Local pups and visiting pooches are all welcome.

Carson Trail at the Rachel Carson National Wildlife Refuge

Carson Trail at the Rachel Carson National Wildlife Refuge

Leashed dogs are allowed on the Carson Trail in Wells, ME, as part of the Rachel Carson National Wildlife Refuge. Otherwise, domestic pets, including horses, aren't allowed on the refuge. Be sure to clean up after your pup and keep them leashed while exploring.

Finestkind Scenic Cruises

Finestkind Scenic Cruises

Finestkind Scenic Cruises is a dog-friendly tour company in Ogunquit, ME. Enjoy the beauty of the shoreline with Fido as you view the Nubble Lighthouse, learn more about the life of a lobsterman, or enjoy a breakfast or cocktail cruise. The tours point out many scenic places of interest along the coast. Well-behaved pets are welcome aboard for no additional fee.

Portland Head Light

Cape Elizabeth, ME

Portland Head Light

The Portland Head Light is a pet-friendly lighthouse in Cape Elizabeth, ME. Bring Fido to visit one of the most famous lighthouses in Maine to enjoy scenic views of the coast and walk the paved trails. Dogs are also welcome to explore other outdoor areas of the adjacent Fort Williams Park, as long as they're leashed.

Wells Beach

Wells Beach is a pet-friendly spot for Fido in Wells, ME. From April 1 until June 15, dogs must be leashed and under control of a responsible person at all times. From June 16 until September 15, dogs are only permitted on the beach from 6:00 PM until 8:00 AM and they must be leashed and under control of a responsible person. Dog owners are reminded to clean up any mess that is left behind to preserve the cleanliness of the beach for others.

Drake's Island

Drake's Island in Wells, ME, is pet-friendly. From April 1 until June 15, dogs must be leashed and under control of a responsible person at all times. From June 15 until September 16, dogs are only permitted on the beach from 6pm until 8am and they must be leashed and under control of a responsible person. Dog owners are reminded to clean up any mess that is left behind to preserve the cleanliness of the beach for others.

Fort Williams Park

Cape Elizabeth, ME

Fort Williams Park

Leashed dogs are welcome to enjoy Fort Williams Park with their humans in Cape Elizabeth, ME. Located adjacent to the famous Portland Head Light, this pet-friendly park offers more than 90 acres of space where you and your pup can enjoy a picnic, walk along the paths, explore the cliff-side loop and rocky beach, and spend a day in the great outdoors. Dogs must be leashed at all times.

Shipyard Brewing Company

Shipyard Brewing Company

Shipyard Brewing Company is a pet-friendly brewery in Portland, ME. Bring Fido along at one of the high-top tables on the front patio. House-brewed beer styles include wheat ales, IPAs, pale ales, stouts, and their famous Pumpkinhead ale.

Portland Discovery Land and Sea Tours

Portland Discovery Land and Sea Tours

Bring Fido on a pet-friendly Portland Discovery Land and Sea Tour in Portland, ME. Tours include sights like the Portland Harbor, historic downtown, area lighthouses, and local wildlife (e.g., seals, osprey). Leashed, well-behaved dogs are welcome on both the boats and trolleys for no additional fee.

Maine Narrow Gauge Railroad Co.

Maine Narrow Gauge Railroad Co.

Bring Fido out for an afternoon at the pet-friendly Maine Narrow Gauge Railroad Co. in Portland, ME. The round trip train ride is approximately 40 minutes long and showcases 3 miles of waterfront, including Casco Bay, lighthouses, marinas, forts, parks, and a beach. Leashed dogs are welcome on the train in Coach Class. During warmer months, open-air passenger cars are offered for unobstructed views and excellent airflow. Dogs are not allowed on the Polar Express rides.

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