Dog Friendly Hiking Trails in Scotland, CT

There are 25 dog-friendly hiking trails within 40 kilometers of Scotland. 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 Scotland.

Pet Friendly Devil's Hopyard State Park
Devil's Hopyard State Park
Taking its name from the round holes that appear in the waterfalls, dog-friendly Devil's Hopyard State Park in East Haddam, CT is a perfect place to enjoy a day in nature. You and your pooch can hike, picnic, birdwatch and fish in the stream. Just keep Fido on a leash at all times, and note that pets are not permitted in the campground.
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Pet Friendly Bigelow Hollow State Park & Nipmuck State Forest
Bigelow Hollow State Park & Nipmuck State Forest
Dog-friendly Bigelow Hollow State Park & Nipmuck State Forest in Union, CT, offers boating, fishing and hiking to locals and visitors. Stretching over 9,000 acres, the park has scenic hiking trails and access points to Mashapaug Lake & Bigelow Pond. Please keep Fido leashed during your visit.
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Pet Friendly Natchaug State Forest
Natchaug State Forest
Leashed dogs are allowed at Natchaug State Forest, a pet-friendly outdoor space in Easton, CT. Pups are welcome in the picnic areas and hiking trails. Other popular activities include fishing, horseback riding, mountain biking and cross-country skiing.
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Pet Friendly Hopeville Pond State Park
Hopeville Pond State Park
Fido is invited to join you at pet-friendly Hopeville Pond State Park in Griswold, CT. Leashed dogs are welcome in picnic areas and on the hiking trails, but they are not permitted on the beach or in the campground.
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Pet Friendly Moosup Valley State Park Trail
Moosup Valley State Park Trail
The Moosup Valley State Park Trail in Mossup, CT is dog friendly and 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 Moosup! The map below shows a parking area with convenient access to the Moosup Valley State Park 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.
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Pet Friendly Airline North State Park Trail
Airline North State Park Trail
The Airline North State Park 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 Hampton! The map below shows a parking area with convenient access to the Airline North State Park 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.
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Pet Friendly Mansfield Hollow State Park
Mansfield Hollow State Park
Mansfield Hollow State Park is a pet-friendly park in Mansfield Center, CT. Fido is welcome to join you on a variety of trails, as well as in the lake for a swim. Please leash your pets and provide your own waste bags.
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Pet Friendly Old Furnace State Park
Old Furnace State Park
Old Furnace State Park is a 367-acre pet-friendly park in Killingly, CT. You and your leashed pup are welcome to walk along the quarter-mile trail to wander to a viewpoint that overlooks ten miles of stunning scenery all around.
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Pet Friendly Airline North State Park Trail
Airline North State Park Trail
The Airline North State Park 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 Putnam! The map below shows a parking area with convenient access to the Airline North State Park 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.
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Pet Friendly Airline North State Park Trail
Airline North State Park Trail
The Airline North State Park 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 Pomfret Center! The map below shows a parking area with convenient access to the Airline North State Park 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.
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Pet Friendly Airline North State Park Trail
Airline North State Park Trail
The Airline North State Park 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 Willimantic! The map below shows a parking area with convenient access to the Airline North State Park 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.
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Pet Friendly Airline State Park Trail - South
Airline State Park Trail - South
The Airline State Park Trail - South 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 Amston! The map below shows a parking area with convenient access to the Airline State Park Trail - South. 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.
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Pet Friendly Airline North State Park Trail
Airline North State Park Trail
The Airline North State Park 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 Chaplin! The map below shows a parking area with convenient access to the Airline North State Park 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.
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Pet Friendly Mashamoquet Brook State Park
Mashamoquet Brook State Park
Leashed pets are welcome to visit Mashamoquet Brook State Park in Pomfret, CT, with their owners. This pet-friendly recreation area welcomes pups in picnic areas and on hiking trails. Dogs are prohibited from the campground, the beach area and the picnic shelter.
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Pet Friendly Jerimoth Hill
Jerimoth Hill
Jerimoth Hill in Foster, RI, is pet friendly. Leashed dogs are welcome to join their owners on the half-mile trail that leads to the highest point in Rhode Island at a whopping 812 feet. This short but pretty walk is clearly marked with signage making the path easy to follow.
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Pet Friendly Quinebaug River Trail
Quinebaug River Trail
The Quinebaug River Trail is a multi-use trail that's a great place to walk Fido in Danielson! The map below shows a parking area with convenient access to the Quinebaug River 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.
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Pet Friendly Maples Farm Park
Maples Farm Park
Leashed dogs are welcome at Maples Farm Park, a pet-friendly park managed by the Town of Bozrah, CT. The park features a nineteenth-century house, along with 32 acres of open land which includes hiking trails. The main property includes the Bozrah Farmers Market.
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Pet Friendly Putnam River Trail
Putnam River Trail
The Putnam River 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 Putnam! The map below shows a parking area with convenient access to the Putnam River 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.
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Pet Friendly Salt Rock State Park
Salt Rock State Park
Fido is welcome to join you at Salt Rock State Park, a pet-friendly park in Baltic, CT. This park features a hiking trail that runs along the river. Pets must be leashed, but can enjoy swimming and playing in the shallow water.
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Pet Friendly Airline State Park Trail
Airline State Park Trail
The pet-friendly Air Line State Park Trail, with a trailhead in Lebanon, CT, was once railroad tracks but has now been converted to a non-motorized use trail that spans many towns. Dogs are welcome on the trail, but make sure to keep them leashed since this trail is used by many pedestrians, cyclists, and equestrian enthusiasts.
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