Dog Friendly Hiking Trails in Vermont

Stowe Recreation Path is a dog-friendly trail in Stowe, VT. Bring Fido for a walk on the 5.3-mile recreational paved path. it criss-crosses the West Branch of Little River and includes breathtaking mountain views and access to restaurants, lodges and local businesses. Dogs welcome on leash.

Named for a narrow pass through the Green Mountains, Smugglers' Notch State Park provides incredible views along a variety of dog-friendly trails in Stowe, VT. Ponds, streams and waterfalls can be found throughout the park. Campground facilities provide a place to rest and relax surrounded by breathtaking natural vistas. Historic structures dot the park and a provide a sense of times past. Leashed dogs are permitted throughout the park. The park is open mid-May through mid-October.

Marsh-Billings-Rockefeller National Historic Park in Woodstock, VT is dog friendly. This gorgeous landscape of maple trees, hemlocks, covered bridges and old stone walls is a beautiful place to explore with your on-leash pet.

Bring Fido along while you explore the pet-friendly Equinox Preserve in Manchester, VT. The area is 914 acres and offers trails at all levels of difficulty. Along the way, you'll witness all kinds of wildlife and natural areas protected by the Vermont Land Trust. Dogs must be under control at all times, and on leash on Pond Loop or when approaching other trail users. Remember to clean up after your pet.

Leashed dogs are welcome on the loop through the Mile Around Woods in North Bennington, VT. Further west (look for the open fields), dogs may be off-leash. During the summer, please ensure that dogs stay out of the endangered grassland birds' nesting site (it's well-marked), and to pick up after Fido at all times.

Lyndonville, VT's Kingdom Trails are pet friendly. KTA offers more than 100 miles of quality non-motorized, multi-use, all four seasons, and all level of ability trails. Leashed dogs are welcome on the trails Monday through Thursday. Dog owners are reminded to clean up any mess left behind by pups.

Wiessner Woods is a dog-friendly recreational area located in beautiful Stowe, VT. The area is densely wooded and offers a variety of outdoor activities including hiking, snowshoeing, cross-country skiing and more. You and Fido can meander through towering pines and spruce, or splash around in one of the streams running through the property.

Lefferts Pond in Chittenden, VT is pet friendly. While you’re in Vermont, be sure to take your pup on a walk on one of the many beautiful hiking trails in the area like Lefferts Pond Area. Leashed dogs are welcome on the trails, as long as they are well-behaved and all mess is cleaned up to preserve the cleanliness of the pond.

Taconic Ramble State Park in Castleton, VT, is pet friendly. Bring your dog for a leashed stroll around this lovely park, which includes a Japanese garden and numerous trails that are located on steep, rocky, challenging terrain. Please note that you and your furry friend must trek up a very steep, hilly trail to access the garden.

Quechee State Park in Hartford, VT is pet friendly. You and your pup can enjoy outstanding views of the stunning Quechee Gorge and get in some steps on the trails. Dogs must be leashed at all times, and you must clean up after your pet.

The Niquette Bay State Park Trail is a pet-friendly path in Colchester, VT. This 3.2 mile-trail is accessible to most levels of canine and human hiker. If you come during peak season at the end of April, you'll see a selection of lovely wildflowers. Remember to keep your pup leashed and clean up after them.

Jamaica State Park, a 772-acre, pet-friendly recreation area in Jamaica, VT, welcoming dogs and their owners to explore together. Visitors can partake in activities like hiking, camping, fishing, picnicking and more. Dogs aren't permitted in the Salmon Hole swimming area, but they are welcome everywhere else in the park. Owners are responsible for cleaning up after their pets.

Reverence (Whales Tails) is a dog-friendly roadside attraction in South Burlington, VT. Created by Jim Sardonis in 1989, the striking 13-foot black granite whale tails symbolize the fragility of our planet. The sculpture is located between exits 12 and 13 on I-89.

The West 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 South Londonderry! The map below shows a parking area with convenient access to the West 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.

Sunset Ridge and Long Trail Loop are pet-friendly paths in Stow, VT. Dogs are welcome to hop on this trail and discover waterfalls and beautiful sights along the way. Some parts of the trail can be difficult, so be ready to lift Fido if he needs help. Clean up any mess left behind by your pooch.

Bring Fido to Fort Dummer State Park in Guilford, VT, located just outside Brattleboro. This pet-friendly recreation space welcomes pups and their owners to explore the 217 acres of land together while enjoying activities like photography, hiking and wildlife viewing. Owners are responsible for cleaning up after their pets. Note that day-use fees may apply.

Bennington Battle Monument is pet-friendly. Standing over 306ft tall, the monument was completed and dedicated in 1891 and constructed from blue-grey magnesian limestone. Commemorating the Battle of Bennington in the Revolutionary War, the trails and grounds surrounding the monument welcome leashed dogs to explore with their owners. The Monument is open Friday through Monday from 10am to 5pm.

Mt. Philo State Park is a pet-friendly recreation area in Charlotte, VT. The 168-acre park is located atop Mt. Philo (968' elevation) and overlooks the Lake Champlain Valley and the Adirondack Mountains of New York. The mountaintop picnic area offers spectacular views of the lake, valley, and mountains to the west. Your dog can join you for a hike as long as they're leashed and cleaned up after.

Stowe Pinnacle Trail in Stowe, VT is pet friendly. This 3.7 mile out and back trail is located near Stowe, Vermont Leashed pups are welcome on the trail, but be ready for a steep climb. This trail is rated as hard. If you're planning on bringing your dog, make sure you clean up any mess that is left behind and bring water for the journey.

Pinnacle Meadows Trail is pet-friendly. This beautiful trail offers easier access to Stowe Pinnacle than other pathways. The best time to visit is during fall, where you'll be treated to a beautiful natural display as the trees turn a variety of colors. Peak foliage change begins in mid-September and continues through October. Leashed dogs are welcome to join their owners on the trail, as long as they are cleaned up after.