Top public and private dog hiking trails in Sharon, Connecticut

Charlotte's Run - 6 Fenced Acres!

Enjoy time at Charlotte's Run, affectionately called the (Foster) Puppy Farm, where many of the dogs rescued by our 501(c)3 animal welfare nonprofit, Mr. Bones & Co., rehabilitate and decompress before finding forever homes. Booking this Sniffspot helps us save lives and continue our rescue work. Enjoy the wooded trails, gentle rolling fields, swimmable pond and Catskill Mountain views. We encourage and welcome reactive dogs who need the place to themselves, and their humans who love them. Our farm is a safe place for everybody, and every dog. To learn more about our organization, see @MrBonesandCo on Instagram.

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

Winding Brook Farm: 15 Acre Partially Fenced Private Dog Park In Southampton

Hi! I’m Joanne, and this is my dog Nifty’s favorite place in the world—so I thought I’d share it with other wonderful dogs and their people. We have 15 private acres with woods, open fields, and river access, and it’s been such a gift for my dog to have a safe space to run freely. I know not every dog thrives at dog parks, so I wanted to create a peaceful alternative. This space is especially loved by dogs who need a little extra room or prefer a quieter environment. The property is fenced along the two “long sides” which encourages your dog to stay nearby but with lots of roaming space. The fence is NOT fully secure. Please see the section about fencing. Near the cabin, there’s a cozy seating area where you can relax under the trees while your dog enjoys the space. There is a Solo Bonfire fire pit that can be rented with the last block of the day. (Currently between 6:30-8 pm) We provide a manufactured log (think Duraflame-type) with a 2 hour burn time. This is an add-on at the site using a Venmo QR code. Message me in advance if interested. $12 We’re so happy to share this space with you and your pup! It’s meant to feel simple, calm, and restorative.

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.

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.

Bodemloze Geuren - 100 sniffable acres

*******WARNING******* HUNTING SEASON BOW 10/1-11/14 RIFLE 11/15-12/7 PLEASE wear bright colors and have something on dogs! There are orange bandanas in Tupperware bin creekside. Bottomless Smells. 100 acre farm. Lots of space for your doggos and you to roam. It is a rustic magical place. Parking is far from the street down a gravel driveway. Safe for your pup and you to get out of the car. You can park anywhere. If you feel comfortable you can drive down to the lower field to get even further away from the road. I live down the street while I am fixing up the old house. So, there maybe someone at work in the house. Once you park, the best walking is down to the creek. Go to the lower field and look for the opening in the woods. 150yards from field is the creek. On a hot day, wear good creek shoes and walk up and down creek. If you cross the creek there is a great trail that circles around to the Powerline. Warnings: 1. there are lots of deer! 2. There are old barns. Do Not enter any of the buildings! They are very dangerous!!!! I have rescued reactive dogs. I want to create a safe space for your dogs and you to enjoy this great property.

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

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

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

Bagg Brook Heritage Trail

The Bagg Brook Heritage Trail in West Springfield, Massachusetts is an unfenced dog park located at the Morgan Road Pavilion. It is small dog friendly and provides amenities such as drinking water for dogs, tables, a field to play in, and a walking trail for owners and their furry friends to enjoy.

55 Acre Unfenced Private Dog Retreat In Selkirk

55 acres of beautiful nature scenes. There are creeks and caves. Private parking.

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

Mutter's Field Accessible Trail

Mutter's Field Accessible Trail in Easthampton, Massachusetts is a small dog friendly park with amenities including chairs, tables, and a trail. The park is open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week and can be accessed at 405-417 East St. Visitors can find more information on the park's website pctland.org or by calling 413-529-9594.

Park hours: Open 24 hours 7 days per Week

Hopeland Hound Haven

60 acres of forest and trails on a woodland preserve. Past our property is the Appalachian Trail. Canopy shade when there are leaves. There are little streams, logs, rocks and all sort of areas for digging, running, jumping and sniffing. There is an upper trail and a lower trail and they both loop together. Up the trail to the right is a deck with chair and table and supplies. You can watch your dog in all directions from this vantage point as they run free and smell all the smells of a forest.

Octavia's 10 Acre Unfenced Private Dog Park In Hudson

We have 10 acres of field, two areas for off leash fun!! One is a field that has some pathways cut through and the other is an open horse field that’s not currently in use. There is also a small pond that our lab loves to swim in.

Melissa's 10 Acre Partially Fenced Private Dog Park In Alcove

Alcove Kennels offers a premier dog-friendly getaway, boasting 10 acres of land, a fenced-in turf area for safe off-leash fun, picturesque walking trails, and a doggy pool and trampoline for your canine companion to enjoy.

5 Acre Unfenced Private Dog Park In Weston

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

Flynn Farm: 20 Acre Unfenced Farm Southwick

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

Mike's Private Dog Park In Rock Tavern