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Dog Friendly Hiking Trails in Montclair, NJ

There are 59 dog-friendly hiking trails within 40 kilometers of Montclair. 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 Montclair.

Pet Friendly South Mountain Reservation
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
Pet Friendly Central Park
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 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 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
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 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 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 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 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 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 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
Rockleigh Woods Sanctuary Check out the pet-friendly Rockleigh Woods Sanctuary in Rockleigh, NJ. This recreation area features more than 200 wooded acres and 4.5 miles of trails. Leashed pups are welcome, but please remember to clean up after them. See Details
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 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
Buttermilk Falls Trail Buttermilk Falls Trail is a moderately easy, 1-mile hike in Nyack, NY, that will take about an hour to complete with Fido. Although this dog-friendly hike is short, it still offers a bit of a challenge. The best part is the scenic vistas and tumbling waterfalls. Leash regulations do apply on this trail. See Details
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
Norvin Green State Forest Norvin Green State Forest in Ringwood, NJ is dog-friendly. Leashed dogs are welcome on trails through woodland forests and rocky vistas. The hills throughout the forest range from 400 to 1,300 feet in elevation, and provide the avid hiker with scenic vistas, including the New York skyline, Burnt Meadow Brook and Lake Sonoma. See Details
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 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
Joseph B. Clarke Rail Trail The Joseph B. Clarke Rail 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 Orangeburg! The map below shows a parking area with convenient access to the Joseph B. Clarke Rail 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. See Details
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