Dog Friendly Hiking Trails Near EWR Airport

There are 56 dog-friendly hiking trails near EWR Airport. 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 EWR Airport.

South Mountain Reservation

West Orange, NJ 11.7 km

South Mountain Reservation South Mountain Reservation in West Orange, NJ is dog-friendly. This nature reserve coverers 2,112 acres in portions of Maplewood, Millburn and West Orange. The woodland park features a variety of hardwood trees, and tall hemlocks towering above streams, creeks and ponds. The west branch of the Rahway River flows through the valley, and a 25-foot waterfall at Hemlock Falls is a dramatic feature. It is also a Revolutionary War historic site. Leashed dogs are welcome on trails and the South Mountain Dog Park is located within the Reservation. See Details

Central Park

New York, NY 18.9 km

Central Park No trip to New York, NY, with your dog, would be complete without a stroll through the dog-friendly Central Park. Pets must remain on-leash in the park except during designated off-leash hours in 23 areas of the park. Off-leash hours are before 9:00 AM and after 9:00 PM. There are over 15 dog fountains throughout the park. Visit the website for specific information on dog-friendly areas. Make sure to always clean up after your pet. See Details

Liberty State Park

Jersey City, NJ 11.6 km

Liberty State Park Visit the pet-friendly Liberty State Park in Jersey City, NJ. Take a walk around with your pooch and experience the amazing views of New York City and the Statue of Liberty. Dogs must be kept on a leash at all times during the visit. See Details

Inwood Hill Park Trail

New York, NY 28.7 km

Inwood Hill Park Trail Inwood Hill Park Trail is an easy, 2-mile hike that will take about 1 hour to complete with Fido. Moderate slopes offer you and your pup some exercise as you hike through the only natural park on Manhattan Island. Dogs must be on a leash no longer than 6 feet. See Details

Dog Runs at Van Cortlandt Park

Bronx, NY 33.5 km

Dog Runs at Van Cortlandt Park Van Cortlandt Park in Bronx, NY, has three dog runs where Fido is welcome to explore, socialize and play off-leash. The Canine Court dog run is located on Broadway and 252nd St. Oneida Run is located in the East section between Oneida Ave and E 238th St. The Sackerah Woods Dog Run is located at Gun Hill Rd and Gates Pl. These fenced recreation areas include separate sections for small and large dogs. See Details

Watchung Reservation

Mountainside, NJ 16.7 km

Watchung Reservation The Watchung Reservation is a dog-friendly spot in Mountainside, New Jersey. This 1,900-acre park is packed full of hiking and riding trails with picnic areas, a trailside nature center and a visitor center along the way. Dogs are allowed throughout the park and on the sandy trails. Dog owners are reminded to clean up any mess that their pets leave behind. See Details

Saddle River County Park Bike Path

Rochelle Park, NJ 24.8 km

Saddle River County Park Bike Path The Saddle River County Park Bike Path is a multi-use trail that's a great place to walk Fido in Rochelle Park! The map below shows a parking area with convenient access to the Saddle River County Park Bike Path. 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. See Details

Mills Reservation

Cedar Grove, NJ 18.5 km

Mills Reservation Bring Fido to explore the pet-friendly Mills Reservation in Cedar Grove, NJ. This 157-acre recreation area features trails of varying difficulty for different levels of dogs and hikers. Your leashed pup is welcome to join you, but please remember to clean up after him. See Details

High Mountain Park Preserve

North Haledon, NJ 32.1 km

High Mountain Park Preserve Visit the pet-friendly High Mountain Park Preserve in North Haledon, NJ. This lovely recreation area is a great place to bring your pup for a hike, offering trails of varying difficulty for different levels of hikers. See Details

Prospect Park

Brooklyn, NY 18.1 km

Prospect Park Prospect Park is a pet-friendly community hub in Brooklyn, NY. Fido can have some off-leash fun to explore from 6:00 AM until 9:00 AM and from 9:00 PM until 1:00 AM. Outside of hours, your leashed pup can join you on their paved trails around the park and 60-acre lake. A dog run and pond for your furry friend to jump in is also available. See Details

Loantaka Brook Reservation

Morristown, NJ 25.9 km

Loantaka Brook Reservation Loantaka Brook Reservation is a pet-friendly destination that covers over 850 in Morristown, NJ. Your four-legged companion is welcome to tag along as you explore the area. Amenities include about 10 miles of trails, picnic areas, fitness stations and a 5-acre pond for fishing. Restrooms are also on site. See Details

Franklin D. Roosevelt Boardwalk and Beach

Staten Island, NY 15 km

Franklin D. Roosevelt Boardwalk and Beach Two- and four-legged visitors are welcome at the pet-friendly Franklin D. Roosevelt Boardwalk and Beach in Staten Island, NY. This 2.5-mile oceanfront stretch features scenic walking and jogging paths, breathtaking Atlantic views, and spacious beach areas where leashed dogs can stroll alongside their owners. See Details

Staten Island Greenbelt Trail

Staten Island, NY 11.8 km

Staten Island Greenbelt Trail Staten Island Greenbelt Trail is an easy pet-friendly 3-mile hike that will take about 2 hours to complete with Fido. This hike in Staten Island, NY, which passes through dense forests and grassy meadows, is thanks to the 1960s and 1970s preservation efforts. Leash regulations do apply. See Details

Brooklyn Bridge

New York, NY 15.4 km

Brooklyn Bridge Brooklyn Bridge is a hybrid cable-stayed and suspension bridge in New York, NY that crosses over the East River and connects the boroughs of Manhattan and Brooklyn. Leashed dogs are welcome to join you as you admire the views from either side of the paved, dog-friendly pedestrian pathway on the bridge. Ensure you keep Fido close, as the bridge is a popular crossing for commuters. See Details

Rutgers Gardens

East Brunswick, NJ 31.6 km

Rutgers Gardens Rutgers Gardens is a wonderful expanse of gardens made by Rutgers University in East Brunswick, NJ. Bring Fido for a walk on one of the dog-friendly trails along the Raritan River. The paths are well-maintained and easy to walk on. The gardens are well-manicured with lots of places to sit and enjoy. Pets must be on a secure leash at all times. See Details

Brooklyn Bridge Park

Brooklyn, NY 15 km

Brooklyn Bridge Park Brooklyn Bridge Park is an 85-acre, dog-friendly waterfront recreation area that is a great place to bring your pup to play on and off-leash. The park stretches 1.3 miles along Brooklyn's East River shoreline. Within the park, you'll find two fenced dog runs where Fido can meet other Big Apple dogs and play a game of fetch. See Details

Franklin Lakes Nature Preserve

Franklin Lakes, NJ 31.9 km

Franklin Lakes Nature Preserve Explore the pet-friendly Franklin Lakes Nature Preserve in Franklin Lakes, NJ. Leashed dogs are welcome to join you to explore the various trails at this recreation area, but please remember to clean up after them. See Details

Emerson Woods Preserve

Westwood, NJ 34.7 km

Emerson Woods Preserve Bring Fido to explore the pet-friendly Emerson Woods Preserve in Westwood, NJ. This recreation area features 19 acres of trails you can walk with your dog. The park borders a fenced reservoir with a beach, restroom and parking, which you can access for a nominal yearly fee. Alternatively, you can walk your dog on the border of the reservoir for free and use street parking. Dogs must be leashed at all times throughout the area and please pick up your waste. See Details

Pyramid Mountain Natural Historic Area

Montville, NJ 33.5 km

Pyramid Mountain Natural Historic Area The Pyramid Mountain Natural Historic Area is home to pet-friendly hiking trails to explore in Montville, NJ. Enjoy a wide range of geological and ecological experiences in this area of 1,675 acres featuring rugged trails, fields, forests, rock outcroppings and wetlands. See Details

Carl Schurz Park

New York, NY 21.9 km

Carl Schurz Park Leashed dogs love walking through the pet-friendly Carl Schurz Park in New York, NY. This public recreation space is located along the East River and features a variety of amenities for parkgoers. Fido is welcome to socialize off-leash only when inside a designated dog run located in the park. See Details