Fairfield County is packed with plenty of spots that welcome our furry friends. Here’s where you and your four-legged bestie can head next.
Where to Eat with Your Dog
- Flipside Burgers & Bar (Fairfield)–Casual, pet-friendly dining
- Shake Shack (Stamford)–Outdoor patio seating welcomes pups
- Sunset Grille and The Galley (Norwalk)–Enjoy waterfront views and outdoor tables after a trip to Calf Pasture Beach
Outdoor Parks and Trails
- Babcock Preserve Loop (Greenwich)–Peaceful forest trails, perfect for a long, shaded walk
- Bartlett Arboretum & Gardens (Stamford)–Gorgeous gardens and wooded trails that welcome leashed pets
- Weir Farm National Historic Site (Wilton)–Stroll through historic landscapes and fields.
- The Cascades at Lake Mohegan (Fairfield)–Hike along streams and waterfalls with your dog by your side
- Sellecks Woods (Darien)–Quiet, scenic trails for a nature escape
Dog Parks and Community Spaces
- Triangle Park (Harbor Point, Stamford)–Grassy picnic areas, a playground and a fenced-in dog park
- Mill River Park’s Bark Park (Stamford)–A pop-up dog park turned permanent, with future expansion plans underway
- Rowayton Dog Park (Norwalk)–A large, fenced, off-leash park with a separate small dog area for pups under 25 pounds
- Winslow Park (Westport)–A popular open green space for dogs to roam off-leash at the north end (not fenced-in, so supervision is required)
- Spencer’s Run at Waveny Park (New Canaan)–A one-and-a-half-acre fenced-in, off-leash dog park complete with shade trees, benches, and a water source (membership and current vaccination tags required)
Stay in Style: Pet-Friendly Hotels
Delamar Greenwich Harbor and Delamar Southport – Luxurious stays for pets under 100 pounds
- Includes a comfy bed, bowls with bottled water, a welcome kit and goodies
- Book the Delamar Doggies Package for extra perks, including 10% off a spa service for you
- A $50 nightly fee applies, with a portion donated to local animal charities