Dog-Friendly Activities in Worton, MD

Well-behaved dogs are welcome at Godfrey's Farm in Sudlersville, MD, a pet-friendly farm with a market and pick-your-own options. Visitors can browse fresh fruits and vegetables, baked pies, coffee, and hand-dipped ice cream at the farmers' market, or enjoy seasonal berry and flower picking.

The Farmers Market in Bel Air, MD, is a pet-friendly seasonal favorite, open Saturday starting mid-April, rain or shine. Leashed dogs are welcome to join the fun, with some vendors offering treats. Shop fresh produce, baked goods, flowers, crafts and more. A winter market runs from the Saturday after Thanksgiving to before Christmas.

Double Groove Brewing Company is a pet-friendly craft beer brewery and taproom in Forest Hill, MD. This popular taproom serves a variety of beer brewed on-site while spinning vinyl records of your choice. Leashed dogs are welcome to come and select their favorite tracks and keep you company while you sample the brews.

Marshy Point Nature Center is a pet-friendly attraction in Baltimore, MD. This nature center is located along the Dundee and Saltpeter Creeks and features hiking trails and year round activities and events. Leashed dogs are welcome on the trails, as long as owners pick up after them.

Bayheads Brewing Company is located in the historic Chesapeake City, MD. Your leashed furry best friend is welcome to join you inside this dog-friendly taproom with a full bar. They offer a variety of bourbon whiskey, wine, cider and craft beer that's brewed on site. For food, you're welcome to place an order at a local restaurant for hand delivery.

Market Street Brewery is a dog-friendly brewery in downtown Havre de Grace, MD, where the taproom overlooks the Susquehanna River. Fido is welcome both inside and outside, so long as he's leashed and isn't permitted on couches. They serve a rotating selection of house‑brewed craft beers alongside snacks, with food trucks often appearing on site and allowance for patrons to bring their own food.

Bring your pet to romp and play off leash at Island Dog Park in Stevensville, MD. This dog park offers separate sections for large and small pups as well as benches, picnic tables and a water fountain. The large dog area also features agility equipment for Fido to enjoy.

Mariner Point Park in Joppatowne, MD, is a pet-friendly destination offering a variety of outdoor activities for visitors and their canine companions. This hidden gem features paved trails ideal for dog walking, scenic picnic areas, playgrounds and ample space for cycling. The park’s waterfront access makes it a prime location for kayaking, boating and fishing from several piers.

The Cross Island Trail is one of 1600 rail-trails supported by Rails-to-Trails Conservancy, a nonprofit organization that is working to create a nationwide network of trails from former rail lines and connecting corridors. Previously an unused railroad corridor, this "rail-trail" is now a great place to walk Fido in Stevensville! The map below shows a parking area with convenient access to the Cross Island Trail. Rails-to-Trails Conservancy has generously provided map data for this trail to Bring Fido for informational purposes only. For more detailed trail information, please visit TrailLink.com.

The MA & PA Heritage Trail is one of 1600 rail-trails supported by Rails-to-Trails Conservancy, a nonprofit organization that is working to create a nationwide network of trails from former rail lines and connecting corridors. Previously an unused railroad corridor, this "rail-trail" is now a great place to walk Fido in Bel Air! The map below shows a parking area with convenient access to the MA & PA Heritage Trail. Rails-to-Trails Conservancy has generously provided map data for this trail to Bring Fido for informational purposes only. For more detailed trail information, please visit TrailLink.com.

Terrapin Nature Park is a hidden gem with unlikely access through an industrial/business area in Stevensville, MD. This pet-friendly park features a 3.25-mile trail that meanders around the 276-acre nature park through woodlands, marsh and tidal ponds.Take one of the side trails to get to the beach that runs along the shore of the Chesapeake, where dogs are allowed on a leash.

Located on a half-acre area behind the Community Center in Havre de Grace, MD, K-9 Cody Dog Park features separate fenced sections for small and large dogs as well as water fountains for both dogs and owners. Check the city website for maintenance closures before bringing Fido for some off-leash exercise and socialization.

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.

Turkey Point Lighthouse is a pet-friendly seasonal attraction in North East, MD. Your leashed pup is welcome to join you for a brisk walk up the lighthouse, where a water bowl will await them. Upon arrival, you'll have breathing views of the Chesapeake Bay. Their operating season is held from May through October.

Bring Fido to Victory Street Dog Park in Aberdeen, MD for some off-leash exercise and socialization with other pups. This park is full of shady trees and grassy spaces to explore with your pooch. Dog owners are reminded to clean up after their pets during their visit. Street parking is available.

Accessible by personal boat or watercraft only, Hart-Miller Island State Park is a dog-friendly destination in Essex, MD. You can bring Fido with you to enjoy the 1,100-acre island on Chesapeake Bay near the mouth of Middle River. Moor your boat on the west side of the island, where you'll discover a 3,000-foot sandy beach. Dogs are welcome on leash under six feet, as long as owners clean up any mess that they leave behind.

Bring Fido on the US Ghost Adventures top-rated, pet-friendly ghost tour running all year round in Havre de Grace, MD. Walk 1 mile with expert guides past the American Legion, Stone Murders Site, Antique Mall and State Theater. Outdoor-only, leashed pups welcome—perfect for private groups or bachelorettes. Book now if you dare!

Your pet will love to play off leash at The Ma & Pa Dog Park in Bel Air, MD. This fenced dog park features a separate small dog area, benches, a drinking fountain, shade and picnic tables. Pets must be vaccinated, licensed and wear a collar with identification.

Abingdon Road Dog Park in Abingdon, MD, invites Fido to enjoy two fenced areas. The 4-acre park features a 1-mile paved trail leading up to the dog park. There is also a pavilion and benches for resting.

Eastern Watersports Dundee Creek Rentals in Middle River, MD is dog friendly. Take Fido for an adventure on the water by renting a kayak or stand up paddleboard which is suitable for your canine companion. Lifejackets for humans and dogs are available to rent, or visitors can bring their own.