Top public and private dog hiking trails in Branford, Connecticut

Kirstin's 8.4 Acre Unfenced with smaller fenced in area Private Dog Park In Cromwell

The 8.4 acres has several ATV trails that make hiking easy for you and your four legged friends. If you decide to go off trail it is wooded but not heavily. There is also a large open area of just grass that give several stream access points. There are several picnic tables and large roofed area with seating and power. There are also several spigots to fill up water bottles and water bowls. Some bowls are provided and cleaned after each use if you would like to use.

American Women Fitness

American Women Fitness has a large trail behind the studio that goes along the powerlines either way it’s a great walk. It’s unfenced, but there is parking and it is private.

Gina's 12 Acre Partially Fenced Private Dog Park In Torrington

Connecticut Audubon Society

The Connecticut Audubon Society dog park, located at 2325 Burr St in Fairfield, offers a scenic trail for dogs to enjoy. The park is open from 10 AM to 3 PM, seven days a week. For more information, visit their website ctaudubon.org or contact them at 203-259-6305 or ct@audubon.org.

Park hours: 10 AM–3 PM 7 days per Week

Platt Farm Preserve

Platt Farm Preserve in Southbury, Connecticut offers a peaceful dog park with a trail for dogs and their owners to enjoy. The park is open from 6 AM to 8:30 PM every day of the week. Visitors can contact the park at 203-264-4441 for more information.

Park hours: 6 AM–8:30 PM 7 days per Week

Birge Pond/Hoppers

Birge Pond/Hoppers is a dog park located at 54 Ambler Rd in Bristol, Connecticut, United States. The park offers a trail for dogs to walk and play on. Open from 6 AM to 10 PM seven days a week, guests can enjoy the park at their convenience. For more information, visit bristolct.myrec.com or contact the park at 860-584-6160 or parksandrecreation@bristolct.gov.

Park hours: 6 AM–10 PM 7 days per Week

Birge Pond Hoppers area trail head

Located in Bristol, Connecticut, the Birge Pond Hoppers area trail head offers a spacious off-leash dog park with a beautiful trail for dogs to explore. The park is unfenced, allowing for ample space and freedom for dogs to roam. Open 24 hours a day, this dog park is a great spot for dogs and their owners to enjoy the outdoors and get some exercise.

Park hours: Open 24 hours

Ruby & Elizabeth Cohen Woodlands

The Ruby & Elizabeth Cohen Woodlands is a dog park located at 96 McDonald Rd in Colchester, Connecticut. The park offers amenities such as tables and trails for dogs and their owners to enjoy. The park is open from 6 AM to 8 PM, seven days a week, providing a spacious and safe environment for dogs to play and socialize.

Park hours: 6 AM–8 PM 7 days per Week

NEW! Dog Resort & Trails for Hourly Rent

Welcome to Pawadise! Our dog resort features two fully-fenced acres, and 8 acres of nature trails that connect to miles and miles of public trails in Winchester. At the end of the public trails there are large open fields. Our fenced play yard contains tunnels, climbing rocks and playgrounds, a bone-shaped dog pool, and more! 200+ toys to play with, featuring rubber balls, flirt poles and tug toys. The area is lit by ambient hanging lights at night, and has an optional fire pit. We have a trainer on-site for any training training sessions you'd like to add-on. We can help you hit the trails with confidence with some off-leash and recall training. We also offer group hikes and daycare services.

Daisy's Hundred Acre Wood Dog Park In Preston

Our property is a beautiful mix of fields, wetland, and woodland trails, bordered by a brook. It’s a wonderful place to play frisbee or take a private hike through the scenic trails.

Preston Community Park

Preston Community Park is located at 13 CT-117 in Preston, Connecticut and offers a trail for leisurely walks or runs. The park is open from 6 AM to 8 PM, seven days a week. For more information, visit preston-ct.org or contact the park at 860-889-2482 or allyngauthier@preston-ct.org.

Park hours: 6 AM–8 PM 7 days per Week

Lisbon Meadows Park

Lisbon Meadows Park in Lisbon, Connecticut offers a serene setting with a river, stream, or creek running through the park. Visitors can enjoy walking or hiking on the trails that wind through the park. The park is open from 6 AM to 9 PM seven days a week. For more information, visit the park's website lisbonct.com or contact them at 860-376-6545 or ejoseph@lisbonct.com.

Park hours: 6 AM–9 PM 7 days per Week

5 Acre Unfenced Private Dog Park In Weston

Trees, ponds, and bike jumps! Lots of beautiful birds and flowers.

The Hoppiest Place - 30 Acre Unfenced Private Dog Park In Preston

Active hops and berry farm with about a half mile of trails through woods.

Carolyn's 35 Acre Partially Fenced Private Dog Park In Manorville

Paws Paradise at Freedom Farm Homestead

Indulge your pups in the ultimate canine escape at 'Paws Paradise,' nestled within the serene landscape of Freedom Farm Homestead. With 13 acres of open fields, scenic trails, and a refreshing creek, your dogs can run, play, and explore to their hearts' content. Experience the joy of country living for your furry friends – it's more than just a spot; it's a doggy utopia! 🐾🌲

Private old colonial farm in Ledyard

80 acre colonial farm with a pond, streams,multiple fields, trails. Great exercise not only for Fido but for his/her humans as well.