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Top public and private dog hiking trails in Guilford, Connecticut

22 spots found

Rent safe and private dog hiking trails all around the world. Sniffspot's private dog hiking trails are the best way to exercise your dog. We have the best variety and the best priced dog hiking trails anywhere!

Private dog park

5.00(8)

American Women Fitness

Unfenced
15 acres

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.

Fertilizer-free

Pesticide-free

Small dog friendly

Sign at entrance

Very large and beautiful spot to explore with my dog. Trails were big and ... more

10 credits dog / hour
Columbia, CT
American Women Fitness | Sniffspot
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invoice
ColumbiaConnecticut
5.08
Sniffspotsupport@sniffspot.comUnited States
David AdamsFounder

Private dog park

4.44(9)

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

Partially Fenced
8.4 acres

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.

Digging area

Fertilizer-free

Pesticide-free

Small dog friendly

Beautiful property!! My girls loved the stream! Ample places to explore! Ad... more

15 credits dog / hour
Cromwell, CT
Kirstin's 8.4 Acre Unfenced with smaller fenced in area Private Dog Park In Cromwell | Sniffspot
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invoice
CromwellConnecticut
4.49
Sniffspotsupport@sniffspot.comUnited States
David AdamsFounder

Private dog park

4.91(75)

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

Partially Fenced
12 acres

Fertilizer-free

Pesticide-free

Sign at entrance

Trash can

It was a perfect romp in amongst the trees for my dogs. Trail was easily fo... more

6 credits dog / hour
Torrington, CT
Gina's 12 Acre Partially Fenced Private Dog Park In Torrington | Sniffspot
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invoice
TorringtonConnecticut
4.975
Sniffspotsupport@sniffspot.comUnited States
David AdamsFounder

Private dog park

4.94(125)

Daisy's Hundred Acre Wood Dog Park In Preston

Unfenced
120 acres

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.

Fertilizer-free

Pesticide-free

Small dog friendly

Digging area

The girls and I thoroughly enjoyed ourselves. The rain didn’t slow us down ... more

10 credits dog / hour
Preston, CT
Daisy's Hundred Acre Wood Dog Park In Preston | Sniffspot
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invoice
PrestonConnecticut
4.9125
Sniffspotsupport@sniffspot.comUnited States
David AdamsFounder

Public dog park

Ruby & Elizabeth Cohen Woodlands

10 acres

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

Table

Trail

No fee info
Colchester, CT
Ruby & Elizabeth Cohen Woodlands | Sniffspot
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invoice
ColchesterConnecticut
Sniffspotsupport@sniffspot.comUnited States
David AdamsFounder

Public dog park

Birge Pond/Hoppers

10 acres

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

Trail

No fee info
Bristol, CT
Birge Pond/Hoppers | Sniffspot
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invoice
BristolConnecticut
Sniffspotsupport@sniffspot.comUnited States
David AdamsFounder

Public dog park

Birge Pond Hoppers area trail head

Unfenced
190 acres

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

Trail

No fee info
Bristol, CT
Birge Pond Hoppers area trail head | Sniffspot
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invoice
BristolConnecticut
Sniffspotsupport@sniffspot.comUnited States
David AdamsFounder

Public dog park

Platt Farm Preserve

27 acres

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

Trail

No fee info
Southbury, CT
Platt Farm Preserve | Sniffspot
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invoice
SouthburyConnecticut
Sniffspotsupport@sniffspot.comUnited States
David AdamsFounder

Public dog park

5.00(1)

Connecticut Audubon Society

155 acres

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

Trail

No fee info
Fairfield, CT
Connecticut Audubon Society | Sniffspot
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invoice
FairfieldConnecticut
5.01
Sniffspotsupport@sniffspot.comUnited States
David AdamsFounder

Private dog park

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

Unfenced
30 acres

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

Fertilizer-free

Small dog friendly

Pesticide-free

Table

10 credits dog / hour
Preston, CT
The Hoppiest Place - 30 Acre Unfenced Private Dog Park In Preston | Sniffspot
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invoice
PrestonConnecticut
Sniffspotsupport@sniffspot.comUnited States
David AdamsFounder

Public dog park

Preston Community Park

6.5 acres

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

Trail

No fee info
Preston, CT
Preston Community Park | Sniffspot
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invoice
PrestonConnecticut
Sniffspotsupport@sniffspot.comUnited States
David AdamsFounder
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Private dog park

4.96(114)

David's 50 Acre Partially Fenced Private Dog Park In Stafford

Partially Fenced
50 acres

50 acre closed gravel pit with roads and woods. The former air-soft club left partial combat structures remain here and there. First time check in at the shed/office. NRA certified can bring firearms (let us know in advance) Bonfires ok (let us know in advance) Camping by the river is allowed (let us know in advance)

Ambient noise training

Fire pit available for use

Woods

Trail

Great spot to explore and get your pup some good exercise. more

12 credits dog / hour
Stafford, CT
David's 50 Acre Partially Fenced Private Dog Park In Stafford | Sniffspot
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invoice
StaffordConnecticut
5.0114
Sniffspotsupport@sniffspot.comUnited States
David AdamsFounder

Public dog park

Lisbon Meadows Park

9.5 acres

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

River, stream or creek

Trail

No fee info
Lisbon, CT
Lisbon Meadows Park | Sniffspot
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invoice
LisbonConnecticut
Sniffspotsupport@sniffspot.comUnited States
David AdamsFounder

Private dog park

All Tuckered Out Park of Griswold

Partially Fenced
5 acres

Come on down the long driveway to find 2 kinds of play. A basjet ful of various toys available to Guests may help you decide! Guests may opt for good clean ball playing and strolls around the short grassy knoll....Second option is to trek down into the wooded pasture to find trees,trails,wetlands,and hills. In Spring/ Summer,fresh water for cleaning up,along with fresh drinks and soft towels,kiddie pool and pup snacks!

Dog towels provided

Fertilizer-free

Pesticide-free

Small dog friendly

20 credits dog / hour
Griswold, CT
All Tuckered Out Park of Griswold | Sniffspot
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invoice
GriswoldConnecticut
Sniffspotsupport@sniffspot.comUnited States
David AdamsFounder

Private dog park

5.00(2)

Mariah's 6.8 Acre Partially Fenced Private Dog Park In Durham

Partially Fenced
6.8 acres

Water - hose

Water - sprinkler

Fertilizer-free

Pesticide-free

This is a lovely, quiet property with a fenced area for free play and a lar... more

10 credits dog / hour
Durham, CT
Mariah's 6.8 Acre Partially Fenced Private Dog Park In Durham | Sniffspot
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invoice
DurhamConnecticut
5.02
Sniffspotsupport@sniffspot.comUnited States
David AdamsFounder

Private dog park

4.00(2)

5 Acre Unfenced Private Dog Park In Weston

Unfenced
5 acres

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

Lake or pond

River, stream or creek

Woods

Trail

7 credits dog / hour
Weston, CT
5 Acre Unfenced Private Dog Park In Weston | Sniffspot
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invoice
WestonConnecticut
4.02
Sniffspotsupport@sniffspot.comUnited States
David AdamsFounder

Private dog park

5.00(11)

Private old colonial farm in Ledyard

Unfenced
80 acres

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

Digging area

Pesticide-free

Fertilizer-free

Water - hose

Really nice spot. Water, fields, woods and trails. I think the dogs may hav... more

25 credits dog / hour
Ledyard, CT
Private old colonial farm in Ledyard | Sniffspot
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invoice
LedyardConnecticut
5.011
Sniffspotsupport@sniffspot.comUnited States
David AdamsFounder

Private dog park

4.93(67)

NEW! Dog Resort & Trails for Hourly Rent

Fully Fenced
9 acres

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.

Agility equipment

Digging area

Dog toys

Fertilizer-free

Drove over an hour for this Sniffspot and it was worth it! Lovely fenced in... more

10 credits dog / hour
Winchester, CT
NEW! Dog Resort & Trails for Hourly Rent | Sniffspot
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invoice
WinchesterConnecticut
4.967
Sniffspotsupport@sniffspot.comUnited States
David AdamsFounder

Private dog park

5.00(2)

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

Partially Fenced
35 acres

Small dog friendly

Water - hose

Dog towels provided

Dog toys

Carolyn was lovely to meet, she showed us quickly around and then left us b... more

10 credits dog / hour
Manorville, NY
Carolyn's 35 Acre Partially Fenced Private Dog Park In Manorville | Sniffspot
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invoice
ManorvilleNew York
5.02
Sniffspotsupport@sniffspot.comUnited States
David AdamsFounder

Private dog park

4.78(18)

Paws Paradise at Freedom Farm Homestead

Unfenced
11 acres

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! 🐾🌲

Water - hose

Fertilizer-free

Pesticide-free

Dog towels provided

Freedom Farm’s property and trail are beautiful! Secluded and quiet, no oth... more

10 credits dog / hour
New Milford, CT
Paws Paradise at Freedom Farm Homestead | Sniffspot
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invoice
New MilfordConnecticut
4.818
Sniffspotsupport@sniffspot.comUnited States
David AdamsFounder

Private dog park

4.60(5)

Flynn Farm: 20 Acre Unfenced Farm Southwick

Unfenced
20 acres

Park at southern most point of farm south of house where there lies a large pile of logs. Walk along tree line into open fields lined by forests. Pond near first field walking north below house. May use all fields that lie between the public road & the first long line of forest. PROHIBITED is accessing the back field & forest accessed by the dirt road. 20 acres open field in front to venture. Text upon arrival as I have a passive dog. Thanks DF

Fertilizer-free

Pesticide-free

Small dog friendly

Off street parking

A great spot for dogs to run free! It took us a minute to get our bearings ... more

13 credits dog / hour
Southwick, MA
Flynn Farm: 20 Acre Unfenced Farm Southwick | Sniffspot
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invoice
SouthwickMassachusetts
4.65
Sniffspotsupport@sniffspot.comUnited States
David AdamsFounder

Private dog park

5 acre woods

Unfenced
5 acres

We own a 6 acre property situated right along 2 running brooks with walking trails throughout. You will have private access to this as we only allow one group at a time.

Dog treats

Dog toys

Digging area

Fertilizer-free

30 credits dog / hour
Willington, CT
5 acre woods | Sniffspot
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invoice
WillingtonConnecticut
Sniffspotsupport@sniffspot.comUnited States
David AdamsFounder

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Why rent a private dog hiking trails in Guilford, Connecticut?

FeaturesSniffspotPublic park
Designed for private play
Rentable by the hour
Off leash options
Very large and/or fully fenced options
Pricing$5 - $15 per dog per hourFree

How do Guilford's private dog hiking trails work?

Private rentals by the hour

Our hosts are locals that are renting their yards and private land to dog owners

Trust and safety first

Spots are designed for safety and both hosts and guests are reviewed after each visit

Designed for private play

Only the people and dogs in your booking are allowed in the spot during your visit

Reactive dogs welcome

Many of the spots we list are designed with sensitive dogs in mind

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Frequently asked questions about Guilford dog hiking trails

What types of dog hiking trails are available in Guilford?

Guilford has 22 dog hiking trails with diverse features: woods, hiking trail and scenic views. Whether you need a fully-fenced space for poor recall, a quiet location for a reactive dog, appropriate sizing for small breeds, gentle terrain for seniors, or specific amenities like water features or agility equipment, you'll find options in Guilford. Filter by fencing, size, distractions, and amenities to match your needs.

When can I book dog hiking trails in Guilford?

Guilford dog hiking trails are available based on host scheduling—many operate dawn to dusk or even 24/7. Unlike public dog parks with rigid hours, you choose the exact time that works for you. Check individual Guilford listings for specific availability. Flexible scheduling is especially helpful for dogs with specific needs: reactive dogs who do better during quieter times, working dog owners needing early/late slots, or seniors needing cooler morning hours.

How do I book a dog hiking trail in Guilford?

Browse 22 available dog hiking trails in Guilford, select your preferred date and time, and reserve through Sniffspot. Most Guilford locations offer instant booking. You'll receive confirmation, exact address, and entry instructions. The booking process takes just minutes—perfect when your dog needs exercise, whether that's a reactive dog requiring safe space, a puppy needing socialization, or an energetic dog burning off steam.

What's the most popular dog hiking trail in Guilford?

Daisy's Hundred Acre Wood Dog Park In Preston is highly rated among Guilford dog hiking trails, known for excellent amenities and positive reviews. However, the "best" spot depends on your dog's needs—reactive dogs might prioritize privacy and quiet, puppies might need secure fencing, seniors might want flat terrain, while active dogs might want maximum running space. Browse Guilford listings to find your ideal match.

Can I use Guilford dog hiking trails for training sessions?

Yes! Guilford dog hiking trails are perfect for training because they're private and distraction-free. Work on recall, practice trail recall in natural environments, leash manners on varied terrain, or hiking endurance building, help reactive dogs build confidence, socialize puppies, or work on obedience—all without public dog park unpredictability. Many Guilford professional trainers use these spaces for client sessions with all types of dogs.

Do Guilford dog hiking trails accommodate multiple dogs?

Most Guilford dog hiking trails welcome multiple dogs from the same household. Some hosts set limits (check listings for specifics). If you have several dogs—especially if some are reactive toward strange dogs or if you have mixed ages (puppies and seniors)—private dog hiking trails let them play together safely without outside interference or triggers.

What amenities do Guilford dog hiking trails offer?

Guilford dog hiking trails feature amenities like woods, hiking trail and scenic views. Many hosts provide extras: poop bags, water stations, toys, shaded seating, parking, even dog wash stations. Each Guilford listing clearly shows what's available. Look for amenities matching your dog's needs: shade for heat-sensitive breeds, water for swimmers, agility for active dogs, or privacy features for anxious pets.

Are Guilford dog hiking trails available year-round?

Many Guilford hosts maintain their dog hiking trails throughout all seasons. Filter for covered or climate-controlled options if weather matters. Indoor dog hiking trails provide year-round access regardless of Guilford weather conditions. Check individual listings for seasonal availability and policies.

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