Dog Friendly Hiking Trails in Norway, ME

Mt. Apatite Park in Auburn, ME, features lots of dog-friendly hiking trails rated easy to moderate with a few spots for Fido to swim. It uses the same parking lot as the baseball fields; you can park towards the back and follow the trail. In the winters, the trail is groomed for cross country skiing and snow shoeing. In the spring, summer, and fall, the trails are open to mountain bikers, runners, hikers, and other non-motorized trail users.

Dogs are allowed to join their owners at Range Pond State Park in Poland, ME. This pet-friendly recreation area is located along the northeast shore of beautiful Lower Range Pond. There are a couple of pet-friendly trails that weave around the park as well, including Old Fields Trail that loops through the pine forest at Range Pond and the Railroad Trail that leads through old logging roads and railroad beds, with just one short hill. Be sure to keep your pup leashed and clean up after them.

Narramissic, The Peabody-Fitch Farm is a pet-friendly museum in Bridgton, ME, where your leashed companion can join you as you explore the scenic grounds and hike the quarry. However, please note that pets are not allowed inside the building. The farm provides a unique glimpse into New England life on the eve of the Civil War, making it a great destination for history buffs and their furry friends.

Dogs are allowed to join their owners at Sebago Lake State Park in Casco, ME. This forested lakeside park is 1,400 acres in size, featuring sandy beaches, extensive woodlands, ponds, bogs and a river. Leashed dogs are welcome to enjoy a hike on the pet-friendly trails. However, pets are not permitted in the campground and are not allowed on beaches between April 1 and September 30.

Whitman Spring Road Trail in Auburn, ME is dog friendly. This spacious, mostly gravel path meanders through the woods and stretches 2 miles one way. It's also a great spot for snowshoeing and cross-country skiing during winter. Please remember that Lake Auburn is the primary drinking water source, so pets are not allowed in the water. Violations can result in fines.