Dogs are never happier than when they are romping with their human and dog pals. Below is a listing of parks in Connecticut where dogs may play off-leash. Most are managed by municipalities and some are run by volunteer groups. Another useful tip: many hotels, resorts, and other lodgings in CT welcome your dog!
Here is a round-up of rules that apply at most parks: Dogs must be licensed and vaccinated; Prohibitions usually include: puppies under 6 months old; females in heat; and vicious dogs; choke, spiked and electronic collars; dog treats and toys; bikes, strollers, baby carriages, skateboards, skates, rollerblades; food for dogs or people, glass containers; young children without an adult. Responsibilities include picking up after their dogs' business, repairing any holes, and controlling barking and rough play.
Some parks may provide water and hygiene bags but it is smart to bring water and bags for your dog.
On Waite Street at Ridge Road Hamden, CT Phone:
421 Shore Drive Branford, CT Phone:
821 Gold Star Highway (Hwy 184) Groton, CT, 06340 Phone:
27 Reservoir Road Broad Brook, CT Phone:
50 Hillside Drive Essex, CT Phone:
Fitch Street and Whalley Avenue New Haven, CT Phone: 203-946-6086
Off of Shore Road.(Belle Haven area) Greenwich, CT Phone: 203-622-7814
At old ball field at the Town Beach, 291 East Haddam-Colchester Tpk. Moodus, CT Phone: 860-873-5058
89 Old Amston Road Colchester, CT Phone: 860-537-7200
975 West River Street (via the rear of the park off West River Street) Milford, CT Phone:
Prospect Ridge Road and Governor Street Ridgefield, CT Phone: 203-431-2755
960 Morehouse Hwy Fairfield, CT Phone:
300 Grumman Avenue Norwalk, CT Phone:
Chief Ryan Way aka Abbe Road Extension South Windsor, CT Phone:
200 Welles Street Glastonbury, CT Phone: 860-652-7679
in Waveny Park, 677 South Avenue New Canaan, CT Phone:
54 Gillotti Road New Fairfield, CT Phone:
St. Ronan Street New Haven, CT Phone:
375 Elm Street Rocky Hill, CT Phone: 860-258-2772
Mill Street Southington, CT Phone:
Compo Beach and Soundview Drive Westport, CT Phone:
South end of Mattabeseck Road Middlefield, CT Phone:
Calf Pasture Beach Road Norwalk, CT Phone:
Shelton Avenue (Route 108) and Nells Rock Road Shelton, CT Phone:
39 Courtland Avenue Stamford, CT Phone: 203-325-4688
Post Road East and Compo Road North Westpor, CT Phone:
880 South Benson Road Fairfield, CT Phone: 203-255-7381
261 Asylum Street Norwich, CT, 06360 Phone: 860-367-2660
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