Here in Connecticut, there are some stunning outdoor spaces! Residents and visitors alike are invited to explore the diverse hiking trails and breathtaking views. For the four-legged members of your family, here are the 10 best dog-friendly hiking trails in the Constitution State.
This coastal reserve offers a delightful combination of hiking and biking trails, wildlife viewing, and easy access from Long Island Sound. It is perfect for a leisurely stroll with your pup by your side.
As part of Shelton’s efforts to create more open spaces for visitors to enjoy, this destination has become a go to spot for dog owners. Let your pup run wild in the expansive fields.
If your pup loves to explore the great outdoors, Bear Mountain Reservation will be a perfect choice. This 140-acre green space provides plenty of opportunities to explore wooded areas and access to Candlewood Lake.
Step into this peaceful and tranquil park and you will be greeted with life-like sculptures of wolves and bears. Explore open fields and dense woodlands with your pup and revel in this space around you.
On this 400-to-700-foot trap rock ridge your pooch will be able to get a spectacular view of Long Island Sound and the Vermont border. Plus, there are plenty of opportunities to explore wooded areas.
Spanning 389 acres of wooded areas, Mianus River Park offers the perfect space for rugged mountain biking and hiking. The park also includes tranquil fishing spots and lots of areas for your pup to get out and explore.
Bigelow Hollow State Park and Nipmuck State Forest welcome you and your pup to their 9,000 acres of recreation opportunities. Here, you can take a hike on one of their many trails, or cool off in Bigelow Pond or Mashapaug Pond.
Take your pup for a hike up the Castle Craig Tower, which offers some of the best views of the Meriden area. This stone observation tower was a gift from Walter Hubbard and remains one of the city's great philanthropic contributions.
This wild and picturesque park provides an opportunity for horseback riding and hiking, covering 242 acres of undeveloped public space. Your pup will have a blast on the Larkin State Park Trail, though note that they must be leashed at all times.
Explore this 389-acre preserve in Roxbury. Let your pup run free as you explore the 19th century iron mine, the restored stone and brick complex and the other historical markers in this stunning open space.
