Dog-Friendly Activities in Salem, NH

Leashed dogs can join their owners for a stroll through Canobie Lake Park! Although dogs are not allowed inside buildings or on rides, they can wander around the park, looking at over one hundred rides, games, live shows, food and more. Operating hours vary by season.

Tuscan Village is a pet-friendly shopping area in Salem, NH. Your leashed pup can join you as you walk around where select stores and restaurants welcome Fido. A small gated relief area is available near the Rockingham Park horse statue. Be sure to check out their yappy hour events.

Lowe's Home Improvement is a chain of dog-friendly hardware stores with a location in Salem, NH. Leashed dogs are welcome inside but should be kept close by and under your control at all times. Lowe's sell power tools, hardware, lumber, fixtures and fittings, small and large appliances, home decor and furnishings, plants and gardening essentials.

Maudslay State Park is a beautiful pet-friendly area in Newburyport, MA. This park is perfect for spending time exploring the trails with Fido. The area is home to 19th century gardens, rolling meadows, towering pines and one of the largest naturally-occurring stands of mountain laurel in the state. When the plants are in bloom, the gardens offer a stunning array of colors that have to be seen to be believed. Dogs are welcome to join their owners around the park on a leash, as long as all mess is cleaned up after them.

Great Brook Farm State Park is a pet-friendly park in Carlisle, MA. Leashed dogs can join their humans in exploring the 20 miles of trails together. The trails are popular for cross-country skiing in the winter. There is also a working dairy farm, complete with resident farm animals, on the property.

Bass Pro Shops is a pet-friendly store in Hooksett, NH. Leashed dogs are welcome to join you inside as you browse their aisles. They offer fishing, hunting, camping and additional outdoor supplies.

Livingston Park is a pet-friendly park in Manchester, NH. This beautiful, wooded trail is a wonderful place to bring your pet for an on-leash walk. Popular with runners, bikers, and families. Wildlife is spotted frequently too.

Benson Park is a dog-friendly attraction in Hudson, NH. Fido is welcome to join you as you explore various trails, go fishing, visit the 9/11 Memorial, or play at the dog park. Please ensure your furry friend remains leashed during your visit.

Leashed dogs are welcome to join their owners in the taproom at Navigation Brewing Company in Lowell, MA. This pet-friendly brewery serves a variety of rotating craft beers made on site, and they frequently feature live music acts and food trucks. Please note that pooches aren't allowed in the hallways during taproom hours and must be on a non-retractable leash.

​The dog-friendly Able Ebenezer Brewing Company, located in Merrimack, NH, is a veteran-owned and operated microbrewery that pays homage to the state's revolutionary history, particularly the Pine Tree Riot of 1772, through its name and ethos. Fido is welcome inside the taproom and in the outdoor beer garden that has heaters for cooler weather. The brewery offers a diverse selection of craft beers, all brewed on-site with their 10-barrel brewhouse. Wine and non-alcoholic beverages are also available.

Pups can play off-leash at Chelmsford Dog Park in North Chelmsford, MA. This fenced dog park sits on just under 2-acres and offers a separate section for pups under 25 lbs as well as a training area that can be rented for private use. This dog park is mostly covered in grass, with shaded pavilions, seasonal water fountains, waste stations and a walking path. Please note treats and toys aren't allowed.

Pawtuckaway State Park is a dog-friendly recreation area in Nottingham, NH. Leashed pets are welcome on hiking trails only. Pets are not permitted in the campground or beach area during the summer season. Campers are only allowed to bring pets before May 1st and after September 30th.

Dog-friendly Rockingham Brewing Company is a family owned taproom serving locals and visitors to Derry, NH. Bring your best friend to meet larger than life brewery dog Remy and enjoy a beer on the outdoor patio. Sip a glass of Fresh Off the Swine Pale Ale, Hammer Time IPA, Tuck N Grind Stout, or Cool Hand Lager. Pair your favorite brew with delicious eats from a local food truck.

Leashed pups are welcome at Western Avenue, a pet-friendly art studio in Lowell, MA. Known as the creative soul of the city, this repurposed mill building is home to more than 350 artists who work in all disciplines, styles and media.

Moseley Woods along the Merrimack River in Newburyport, MA, offers several dog-friendly trails. Dogs are permitted off leash throughout the park with the exception of the playground, pavilion, and picnic areas. Please visit the park's website for a complete list of rules.

Leashed dogs are welcome at MarketStreet Lynnfield, a pet-friendly, open-air shopping space in Lynnfield, MA. Stores that allow dogs have a sticker on the door to signal that Fido can join you inside as you shop. There are waste stations to making clean up convenient. Dog-centric events occur here frequently so be sure to check their social media for upcoming events!

Leashed dogs are welcome at Vietnam Veteran's Park, a pet-friendly park in Billerica, MA. You and Fido can explore trails, ponds, conservation spaces and even the off-leash Billerica Dog Park at this spacious and popular recreation site. Please be sure to keep pups on-leash during their visit unless they are within the fenced dog park space.

Leashed dogs are welcome at Drew Farm, a pet-friendly orchard in Westford, MA, where you and Fido can pick-your-own apples, pumpkins and more depending on the season. The orchard tends to open for the season in September, but it is recommended to check their website to be sure they are open and verify which produce is ready to be picked. Please be sure to bring waste bags to clean up after your pup throughout your visit (you may be asked to show a staff member that you are prepared with waste bags as you enter the orchard).

The Derry Rail Trail is a pet-friendly path located in Derry, NH. You and Fido can follow this four-mile trail through wetlands, woods and Derry’s town center. The Derry Rail Trail was historically part of the Boston & Maine railroad.

Derry Dog Park is a fully fenced outdoor facility in New Hampshire. Features include agility equipment, a separate small dog area, tunnels and swimming pools. All dogs must wear their current license and vaccination tags. At most, two dogs to one handler at any time.