Activities & Attractions Parks and Nature

Jersey Shore Live Steam Railroad

Little Egg Harbor Township, NJ

Volunteer-run miniature railroad in the woods, with rides on Saturdays, a two-story viewing platform, and trails around the grounds.

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Shopping

Jersey Shore Premium Outlets

Tinton Falls, NJ

An open-air outlet center in Tinton Falls with tons of stores, covered walkways, and plenty of room to walk around with your dog

Allowed in Common Areas

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Eat and Drink

Jessie Creek Winery

Cape May Court House, NJ

Estate winery with an art gallery, generous tastings, and leashed dogs allowed in the tasting room, shop, and patio.

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Jessie's of Linwood

Linwood, NJ

Beach-town coffee shop on the Linwood bike path, with outdoor benches for dogs and live piano on Sundays.

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Joboken Cafe

Hoboken, NJ

Early-opening Hoboken cafe by the PATH and train terminal, with sheltered outdoor seating for dogs.

Dog Friendly Outdoor Seating

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Joe Palaia Park

Ocean Township, NJ

208-acre Ocean Township park with nearly three miles of paved, shaded loop trails through woods and along creeks.

Leashed Dogs Welcome

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Beach and Waterfront

John C. Bartlett, Jr. County Park at Berkley Island

Bayville, NJ

A breezy Barnegat Bay park with a shoreline path, fishing pier, playground, picnic areas, and wide water views.

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Johnson Locust Hall Farm

Jobstown, NJ

A beautiful working farm in Jobstown with pick-your-own fields, hayrides, farm animals, flowers, seasonal festivals, and plenty of room for a farm day with your pup

Leashed Dogs Welcome

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Johnson Park

Piscataway, NJ

Long riverside county park along the Raritan, with more than two miles of paths under old shade trees.

Leashed Dogs Welcome

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Eat and Drink

Jola Coffee

North Caldwell, NJ

North Caldwell coffee shop with excellent cold brew, fresh fruit matcha, and pup cups for dogs.

Leashed Dogs Welcome

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Events

JSRC Deal Trick or Trot

Deal, NJ

Halloween 4-mile run or walk, kids' races and costumed pet walk at the Deal Casino Beach Club on October 25, benefiting Shore Saves Animal Rescue and the Deal Fire Company.

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Parks and Nature Off-Leash Parks

Julian L. Capik Nature Preserve & Dog Park

Sayreville, NJ

Large Sayreville nature preserve with a fenced off-leash dog park divided into small and large dog sections.

Mixed Access

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Pet Shops

K-9 Kakes

Sicklerville, NJ

Sicklerville bakery making birthday cakes and treats for dogs.

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Kaaterskill Falls

Haines Falls, NY

Two-tier Catskills waterfall with an accessible 0.3-mile path to a viewing platform and a steeper trail to the pools below.

Leashed Dogs Welcome

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Eat and Drink

Kim Marie's

Asbury Park, NJ

A cozy, old-school Irish pub just off the Asbury Park waterfront with comfort food, a full bar, plenty of character, and a dog-friendly patio complete with a menu just for pups

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Kingsland Park

Nutley, NJ

Riverside Nutley park with a small waterfall, footbridges, a gazebo, and shaded walking paths.

Leashed Dogs Welcome

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Shopping

Kitchen Kettle Village

Intercourse, PA

Open-air village of more than 40 shops and eateries in Lancaster County, where leashed dogs can stroll everywhere except the food shops.

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Kittatinny Valley State Park

Newton, NJ

Dog-friendly state park of glacial lakes and rolling trails, crossed by two long, flat rail trails.

Leashed Dogs Welcome

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Shopping

KOHLER Signature Store

Paramus, NJ

Kitchen and bath showroom where well-behaved, leashed dogs can browse alongside you.

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Eat and Drink

La Fontaine Cafe

Montclair, NJ

Cozy Montclair cafe with pandan lattes, banana bread matcha, and dog-friendly outdoor tables.

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Pet Shops

La Pet-isserie

Wallington, NJ

Wallington dog bakery known for custom birthday cakes.

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Parks and Nature Beach and Waterfront

Lake Horicon Park

Lakehurst, NJ

63-acre cedar lake in Lakehurst with walking trails, picnic areas, and a footbridge to a small island

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Lake Riviera Park

Brick, NJ

A renovated lakeside park with playgrounds, fishing, and pet-friendly walking trails

Leashed Dogs Welcome

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Lake Shenandoah County Park

Lakewood, NJ

A peaceful lakeside park right in Lakewood with wooded walking paths, plenty of shade, and water views for most of the walk.

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Lake Topanemus Park

Freehold Township, NJ

71-acre township park wrapped around Lake Topanemus, with an easy, accessible loop, lakeside benches, fishing, and great fall color.

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Parks and Nature Off-Leash Parks

Laurel Acres Park & Dog Run

Mount Laurel, NJ

Mount Laurel's biggest park, with a fenced dog run split by size and a wide path around a fountain pond.

Mixed Access

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Parks and Nature Off-Leash Parks

Laurel Hill Park & Dog Park

Secaucus, NJ

Hudson County park in Secaucus at the foot of Laurel Hill, with Hackensack River views and a dog park.

Mixed Access

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Laurelwood Arboretum

Wayne, NJ

Thirty acres of winding paths, ponds, streams, woodland gardens, and colorful plant collections makes this one of the most beautiful places to walk your dog in NJ

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Eat and Drink

Lava Java House

Lavallette, NJ

A coastal-themed coffee shop a block from the beach in downtown Lavalette, with a dog-friendly tropical front garden patio

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Beach and Waterfront

Lavallette Gazebo (aka Centennial Gazebo & Garden)

Lavallette, NJ

Scenic bayside gazebo park with landscaped paths, bay access, and the most beautiful sunset views

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Lenape Park

Cranford, NJ

Long, quiet greenway of meadows and woods with a paved path that links several Union County towns.

Leashed Dogs Welcome

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Leon Smock 80-Acre Park

Eatontown, NJ

Leon Smock 80 Acre Park is an easy local park for a leashed walk, with wooded paths, and open recreation space

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Parks and Nature Off-Leash Parks

Lewis Morris County Park & Dog Park

Morristown, NJ

Big, wooded county park with streams, footbridges, and miles of marked trails, plus a fenced off-leash dog park.

Mixed Access

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Off-Leash Parks Parks and Nature

Liberty Park II

Tinton Falls, NJ

An all-turf dog park with separate sections for small and large dogs, bench seating, and play equipment inside Liberty Park II

Mixed Access

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Liberty State Park

Jersey City, NJ

New Jersey's largest urban state park, with Manhattan skyline and Statue of Liberty views along paved waterfront trails.

Leashed Dogs Welcome

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Parks and Nature Off-Leash Parks

Lincoln Park & Dog Run

Jersey City, NJ

Jersey City's biggest park, home to a spacious, shaded off-leash dog run with a separate small dog area and a splash pool.

Mixed Access

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Pet Shops

Living Pawsitively

Lafayette, NJ

You’ll find a health-focused Sussex County pet shop specializing in natural foods, supplements, treats, toys, and thoughtful pet-care products.

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Off-Leash Parks

Livingston Dog Park

Livingston, NJ

Low-key township dog park with a separate small dog area, plenty of benches, and wooded trails next door.

Advanced Approval Required

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Loantaka Brook Reservation

Morristown, NJ

Flat, shaded, paved trails through the woods along Loantaka Brook, one of Morris County's easiest long walks.

Leashed Dogs Welcome

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Eat and Drink

Local Coffee

Montclair, NJ

Watchung Plaza coffee shop with great donuts, rotating local art, and dogs welcome inside and out.

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Eat and Drink

Lola's European Cafe

Asbury Park, NJ

Cookman Avenue cafe and cocktail bar known for gelato, espresso martinis and paninis, with a dog-friendly outdoor patio made for people-watching.

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Events

Long Branch Fall Festival & Pooch Parade

Long Branch, NJ

Pier Village fall festival on October 17 with live music, pumpkin activities, and a $5 Pooch Parade.

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Long Bridge Park

Hainesport, NJ

115-acre Burlington County park with about 2.5 miles of trails, including wooden boardwalks through marshland.

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Activities & Attractions

Long Pond Ironworks Historic District

Hewitt, NJ

Ruins of an 18th-century ironworking village, with furnaces, waterwheels, and old houses along wide, flat trails.

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Beach and Waterfront

Malibu Beach (Somers Point Dog Beach)

Somers Point, NJ

An undeveloped wildlife-management beach beside the Ocean City-Longport bridge with shallow-water play and plenty of open shoreline. Dogs can play off leash along the shoreline.

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Eat and Drink

LouLou

New York, NY

French bistro in Chelsea named after the founder's rescue dog, with a full chef-prepared dog menu and heated outdoor cabanas.

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Lovebird Cafe & Market

Brick Township, NJ

A cozy neighborhood cafe and market in Brick with a partial dog menu and a patio with a book collection

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Activities & Attractions Beach and Waterfront

Lucy the Elephant

Margate City, NJ

One of the Shore’s most recognizable landmarks, Lucy is a six-story elephant sitting just off the beach in Margate, surrounded by a small park where you can walk around, get an up-close look and bring your dog along.

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Parks and Nature Activities & Attractions

Lyndhurst Mansion

Tarrytown, NY

Gothic Revival mansion on the Hudson River where leashed dogs can explore 67 acres of lawns, gardens, and river views.

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Parks and Nature Beach and Waterfront

Maclearie Park

Belmar, NJ

Belmar park on the Shark River with a waterfront walking trail, picnic grills, a small river beach, and wide-open water views.

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Shopping

Madden Family Farms

Princeton, NJ

Family-run garden center with a wide plant selection, standout pots, holiday decor, and dogs welcome while you browse.

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Eat and Drink

Magic Brain Cafe

Cape May, NJ

Small Cape May espresso bar near Congress Hall with excellent matcha and a free little library.

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Parks and Nature Beach and Waterfront

Manasquan Reservoir

Howell, NJ

Circle the water on a scenic five-mile trail that passes through woods and wetlands with frequent reservoir views.

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Parks and Nature Off-Leash Parks

Mannino Park & Bark Park

Old Bridge, NJ

Old Bridge township park with a fenced off-leash Bark Park divided for small and large dogs, plus a lake, fields, and pickleball courts.

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Off-Leash Parks

Mansfield Bark Park

Columbus, NJ

Quiet Mansfield Township dog park in Columbus, often empty enough to have to yourself.

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Shopping

Maple Leaf Farms

Manalapan Township, NJ

Large country store and garden center with seasonal festivals, open to small dogs riding in a cart or carriage.

Other (see know before you go section)

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Marlboro Dog Park

Marlboro Township, NJ

A grassy, fenced dog park beside the Marlboro Recreation Center, with benches, waste stations, and plenty of open space for off-leash play.

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Shopping

Marshalls

Multiple Locations

An easy indoor shopping stop with clothing, shoes, beauty, home finds, and plenty of constantly changing aisles to browse with your dog.

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Maurice River Bluffs Preserve

Millville, NJ

Nature Conservancy preserve with more than five miles of well-marked trails and rare South Jersey bluffs above the Maurice River.

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Parks and Nature Off-Leash Parks

Maxwell Place Park & Dog Park

Hoboken, NJ

Waterfront Hoboken Park with two separate fenced dog runs and sweeping Manhattan skyline views

Mixed Access

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Off-Leash Parks

Maywoof Dog Park

Maywood, NJ

Maywood's borough dog park, with separate spaces for big and small dogs.

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Parks and Nature Beach and Waterfront

Memorial Park

Neptune City, NJ

Small park on the Shark River with a sandy riverfront beach, a short boardwalk lined with benches, and some of the best sunsets in the area.

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Parks and Nature Off-Leash Parks

Mercer County Park

West Windsor, NJ

A huge county park with lake views, paved and natural trails, picnic areas, and fenced off-leash dog parks

Mixed Access

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Parks and Nature Off-Leash Parks

Mercer Meadows

Pennington, NJ

Mercer County's big meadow park, with miles of trails, Rosedale Lake, and a dog park on the Lawrence Hopewell Trail.

Mixed Access

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Michael J. Tighe Park

Freehold, NJ

Large Freehold Township park with sports fields, bike and walking paths, playgrounds, and a spray park

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Shopping

Michaels

Multiple Locations

Large craft store with art supplies, seasonal décor, framing, DIY projects, and aisle after aisle to explore with your dog.

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Eat and Drink

Milk Crate Coffee

Lakewood, NJ

Kosher café on Route 70 with a pour-over menu, house-made pastries, and breakfast and lunch.

Other (see know before you go section)

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Mills Reservation

Cedar Grove, NJ

Wooded ridge-top reservation with an easy gravel path to a lookout facing the Manhattan skyline.

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Mindowaskin Park

Westfield, NJ

Downtown Westfield park with a pond, fountain, gazebo, and short walking paths.

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Minnewaska State Park Preserve

Kerhonkson, NY

Nearly 24,000 acres on the Shawangunk Ridge, with sky lakes, cliffs, waterfalls, and carriage roads open to dogs on a 6-foot leash.

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Eat and Drink

Mojo Coffee Company

Hoboken, NJ

Bright Hoboken coffee shop with specialty cold brews, big windows, and treats for pups inside.

Leashed Dogs Welcome

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Parks and Nature

Monmouth Battlefield State Park

Manalapan Township, NJ

A wide-open historic park where leashed dogs can walk through preserved Revolutionary War battlefield, farm fields, wooded stretches, and old hedgerows.

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Montclair Bread Company

Montclair, NJ

Montclair bakery famous for sourdough donuts, with a spacious outdoor patio where dogs are welcome.

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Off-Leash Parks

Montville Dog Park

Montville, NJ

Montville’s fenced dog park in Pine Brook gives dogs about three-quarters of an acre to run off leash, with separate areas for small and larger dogs and controlled access through an annual membership system.

Off-Leash

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Parks and Nature Beach and Waterfront

Morris Canal Park

Jersey City, NJ

Small waterfront park at the mouth of the old Morris Canal, with lower Manhattan views and room to spread out.

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Morris Canal Park and Nature Reserve

Clifton, NJ

Small wooded preserve in Clifton along the old Morris Canal route, with rustic wooden structures, picnic tables, and a wildflower meadow across the street.

Leashed Dogs Welcome

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Pet Shops Shopping

Agway (Morristown)

Morristown, NJ

Farm, garden, and pet supply store where leashed dogs can shop alongside their owners.

Leashed Dogs Welcome

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Parks and Nature

Morristown National Historical Park

Morristown, NJ

Revolutionary War history mixed into more than 20 miles of dog-friendly hiking at Jockey Hollow, with wooded trails, open fields, streams, old encampment sites, and preserved historic buildings along the way.

Leashed Dogs Welcome

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Mount Mitchill Scenic Overlook

Atlantic Highlands, NJ

A small hilltop park overlooking Sandy Hook, Raritan Bay, and the New York City skyline, with paved paths, picnic tables, a playground, and Monmouth County’s 9/11 Memorial.

Leashed Dogs Welcome

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Mount Tammany Trail

Columbia, NJ

Steep, rocky climb to one of the most famous views in New Jersey, looking down on the Delaware Water Gap.

Leashed Dogs Welcome

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Parks and Nature

Mountain Lakes Nature Preserve

Princeton, NJ

Wooded Princeton preserve with two small lakes, creeks to splash in, and loop trails that are easy to shorten or stretch.

Leashed Dogs Welcome

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Pet Shops Eat and Drink

Mutts On Main

Denville, NJ

Denville dog cafe and shop with self-wash, grooming, and brunches for dogs and their people.

Leashed Dogs Welcome

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Pet Shops

Muttz & Meowz

Sewell, NJ

Independent Sewell pet store with fresh food, quality treats, and owners who know their stuff.

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Activities & Attractions

Naval Air Station Wildwood Aviation Museum

Cape May, NJ

Naval Air Station Wildwood Aviation Museum is a hands-on aviation museum inside a historic World War II hangar, filled with aircraft, engines, military displays, and interactive exhibits.

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Parks and Nature Beach and Waterfront

New Brooklyn Park

Sicklerville, NJ

758-acre Camden County park where the Great Egg Harbor River feeds New Brooklyn Lake, with woodland trails, a bike path, and a disc golf course.

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Newton Lake Park

Collingswood, NJ

Long, narrow lakeside park with nearly two and a half miles of paved path through Collingswood, Oaklyn, and Haddon Township.

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Nichols Park

Nutley, NJ

Quiet, shady Nutley park with a walking path that crosses an old rail line and follows a small river.

Leashed Dogs Welcome

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Off-Leash Parks

Nick Mowers Dog Park

Pennsville, NJ

Simple, clean fenced dog park across from the Delaware River, with separate areas for large and small dogs and a steady breeze.

Off-Leash

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Eat and Drink

No. 7311

Ventnor City, NJ

Small-batch Ventnor bakery cafe known for blueberry pie, breakfast cookies, and a standout chai latte.

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Nomahegan Park

Cranford, NJ

Peaceful Cranford park with a tree-lined loop around a lake, where deer sightings are part of the walk.

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Parks and Nature Off-Leash Parks

North Brunswick Community Park & Dog Park

North Brunswick Township, NJ

Township community park with a fenced dog park for passholders, split by size, with agility pieces and a shaded bench.

Advanced Approval Required

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Parks and Nature Off-Leash Parks

North Hudson County Park & Dog Park

North Bergen, NJ

Fenced dog park inside North Hudson County Park in North Bergen.

Mixed Access

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Parks and Nature Off-Leash Parks

Northern Community Park + Hanna Dog Park

Bordentown, NJ

An 88-acre community park with a pond, paved walking paths, wooded trails, playgrounds, sports courts, picnic areas, and its own fenced dog park.

Leashed Dogs Welcome

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Northfield Veterans Park

Northfield, NJ

Quiet memorial park in Northfield with a paved walking loop around an open field and a monument at its center.

Leashed Dogs Welcome

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Norvin Green State Forest

Ringwood, NJ

Rugged Highlands forest with rocky climbs, waterfalls, and big views from Wyanokie High Point.

Leashed Dogs Welcome

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Oak Ridge Park

Clark, NJ

Former golf course turned 90-acre park, with flat paved paths, big open lawns, and plenty of room to spread out.

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Shopping

Occasionette

Collingswood, NJ

Bright, whimsical gift shop on Haddon Avenue that welcomes well-behaved, leashed dogs.

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Parks and Nature Beach and Waterfront

Ocean Acres Lake Park

Manahawkin, NJ

Stafford Township lake park with an accessible playground, small beach, fishing, and benches with lake views.

Leashed Dogs Welcome

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Eat and Drink

Ocean City Coffee Company

Ocean City, NJ

Ocean City coffee roaster on Asbury Avenue with dog-friendly outdoor tables.

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Events

Ocean City Dog Day & Howl-O-Ween Parade

Ocean City, NJ

The one weekend a year leashed dogs can walk the Ocean City Boardwalk, October 24 and 25.

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Off-Leash Parks

Ocean City Dog Park

Ocean City, NJ

Members-only fenced dog park on the bay side of Ocean City, with separate areas for small and large dogs.

Advanced Approval Required

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Parks and Nature Off-Leash Parks

Ocean County Park

Lakewood, NJ

Choose between a peaceful leashed walk beneath towering trees or a romp inside the park’s spacious, fully fenced off-leash area.

Mixed Access

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Parks and Nature Activities & Attractions

Olana State Historic Site

Hudson, NY

Painter Frederic Church's 250-acre designed landscape above the Hudson River, free to explore with a leashed dog.

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Parks and Nature Beach and Waterfront

Old Bridge Waterfront Park

Laurence Harbor, NJ

Two-mile bayfront boardwalk from Laurence Harbor to Cliffwood Beach, with benches, playgrounds, and open water views.

Leashed Dogs Welcome

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Shopping

Opal & Olive

Point Pleasant Beach, NJ

A home and gift boutique in downtown Point Pleasant Beach filled with pretty tabletop pieces, faux florals, kitchen finds, gourmet treats, and gifts, with leashed dogs welcome inside while you shop

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Opatut Park

Freehold Township, NJ

Freehold Township park with walking trails past natural ponds, open fields, and frequent deer sightings.

Leashed Dogs Welcome

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Off-Leash Parks

Orchard Dog Park

Manasquan, NJ

A large, single-run dog park inside Orchard Park, with a mostly dirt-and-gravel surface, double-gated entry, benches, and water.

Off-Leash

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Activities & Attractions

Ort Farms

Long Valley, NJ

Long Valley farm with apple picking, pumpkin patches, and a fall festival where leashed dogs can join you in the patch.

Leashed Dogs Welcome

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Beach and Waterfront

Ortley Beach Bayside Park

Ortley Beach, NJ

A small bayside park in Ortley Beach with tennis, handball, basketball courts, a playground, and easy Barnegat Bay access

Leashed Dogs Welcome

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Beach and Waterfront

Osborn Island

Brielle, NJ

A tiny Brielle-owned island in the Manasquan River, accessible only by boat or kayak, with a sandy beach and informal wooded trails

Leashed Dogs Welcome

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Parks and Nature Off-Leash Parks

Overpeck County Park & Dog Park

Leonia, NJ

Large Bergen County park along Overpeck Creek with paved paths, kayaking, and a fenced dog park.

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Off-Leash Parks

Owens Dog Park

Williamstown, NJ

Extra-large fenced dog park with separate small and large dog areas, agility equipment, and a long leashed trail beside it.

Off-Leash

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Palisades Interstate Park

Alpine, NJ

Miles of cliff-top and riverside trails along the Hudson, with leashed dogs welcome.

Leashed Dogs Welcome

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Parvin State Park

Pittsgrove, NJ

Peaceful South Jersey state park with two lakes, long forest trails, and campsites that welcome dogs.

Leashed Dogs Welcome

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Parks and Nature Off-Leash Parks

Patriot Lake Park & Dog Park

Galloway, NJ

Paved lakeside loop for leashed walks, plus two fenced, sand-surfaced off-leash areas sized for small and large dogs.

Mixed Access

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Patriots County Park

Jackson, NJ

Large Ocean County sports complex with a roughly one-mile perimeter trail

Leashed Dogs Welcome

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Pet Shops

Paw Dazzle Pet Bakery and Boutique

Galloway, NJ

Pet bakery and boutique inside Historic Smithville, with handmade dog cookies by the dozen.

Leashed Dogs Welcome

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Pet Shops

Paws Barkery and Boutique

Asbury Park, NJ

All-natural dog bakery and boutique inside The Shoppes at the Arcade in Asbury Park.

Leashed Dogs Welcome

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Activities & Attractions

Peace Valley Lavender Farm

Doylestown, PA

Bucks County lavender farm with free tours, pick-your-own bunches in early summer, and leashed dogs welcome.

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Shopping

Peddler's Village

Lahaska, PA

42-acre shopping village in Bucks County where more than half of the shops welcome well-behaved dogs inside.

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Parks and Nature Off-Leash Parks

Pennington Park & Dog Park

Delanco, NJ

County park on Rancocas Creek with paved trails and two spacious fenced dog parks, one for small dogs and one for large.

Mixed Access

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Activities & Attractions

Perfect Christmas Tree Farm

Phillipsburg, NJ

Cut-your-own Christmas tree farm where leashed, friendly dogs can join the search for a tree.

Leashed Dogs Welcome

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Parks and Nature

Perrineville Lake Park

Millstone Township, NJ

Monmouth County park with several trail options around a lake, good range for both a quick walk or a longer hike with your dog.

Leashed Dogs Welcome

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Pet Shops

Pete's Treats K9 Bakery & Boutique

Glendora, NJ

Glendora dog bakery known for custom birthday cakes and easy ordering.

Leashed Dogs Welcome

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Activities & Attractions

Philadelphia's Magic Gardens

Philadelphia, PA

Mosaic art environment and gallery on South Street, with friendly leashed dogs welcome throughout the indoor galleries and outdoor sculpture garden.

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Parks and Nature

John A. Phillips Park

Old Bridge, NJ

Wooded trail park in Old Bridge with winding paths and small footbridges over creeks and wetlands.

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Off-Leash Parks

Phillipsburg Dog Park

Phillipsburg, NJ

Large fenced off-leash area with trees inside Delaware River Park, usually quiet and uncrowded.

Off-Leash

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Activities & Attractions

Pleasant Valley Lavender

Morganville, NJ

Small pick-your-own lavender farm with free-range goats and chickens, a farm shop, and leashed dogs welcome.

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Eat and Drink

Polar Cub Ice Cream

Whitehouse Station, NJ

Old-fashioned roadside ice cream stand famous for soft serve, with frozen dog cups so your pup gets a treat too.

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Parks and Nature

Poricy Park Walking Trails

Middletown, NJ

A wooded nature preserve in Middletown with easy walking paths, more rugged forest trails, open fields, ponds, and plenty of different routes to explore

Leashed Dogs Welcome

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Parks and Nature Activities & Attractions

Princeton Battlefield State Park

Princeton, NJ

Open, rolling fields where Washington won the Battle of Princeton, with easy paths and wooded trails branching into the Institute Woods.

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Off-Leash Parks

Princeton Dog Park

Princeton, NJ

Princeton's community off-leash park, a simple fenced space with a picnic table and a friendly local crowd.

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Ptlm. Daniel Calabrese Memorial Park & Dog Park

Sicklerville, NJ

Winslow Township park with a fenced dog park for big and small dogs, complete with obstacles, plus walking trails and open fields.

Mixed Access

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Events Activities & Attractions

Puppapalooza

Wildwood, NJ

Puppapalooza is a once-a-year doggie pool party where Morey's Piers opens its Raging Waters Water Park entirely to pups

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Purple Glaze Donuts etc.

Asbury Park, NJ

Asbury Park donut shop with fresh vegan donuts, coffee, and dog bone donuts for pups.

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Pyramid Mountain Natural Historic Area

Montville, NJ

Rugged, rocky hiking to Tripod Rock and Bear Rock, with a distant view of the New York City skyline.

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Rahway River Park

Rahway, NJ

Well-kept county park with a serene path running between the river and a pond, good for a daily walk.

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Ramapo Mountain State Forest

Oakland, NJ

State forest in Oakland with a lake loop, rocky ridge trails, and the ruins of Van Slyke Castle.

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Ramapo Valley County Reservation

Mahwah, NJ

Bergen County's largest park, with more than 4,000 wooded acres and loop trails that range from a flat pond stroll to a steep climb with skyline views.

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Ramsey Farmers' Market

Ramsey, NJ

Well-regarded Bergen County farmers market with 45+ local vendors, welcoming to well-behaved leashed dogs

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Rancocas State Park

Westampton, NJ

Shaded, gently rolling trails through woods and wetlands along Rancocas Creek.

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Randolph Dog Park

Randolph, NJ

Small, quiet Randolph dog park on Millbrook Avenue.

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Randolph Park

Clifton, NJ

Clifton park with open lawns, a dog run, and a playground, steps from the city's famous Hot Grill.

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Raritan Bay Waterfront Park

South Amboy, NJ

Well-kept bayfront county park with a paved mile-long path, open lawns, gazebos, and a stretch of beach popular with dog owners.

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Readington Brewery & Hop Farm

Neshanic Station, NJ

True farm brewery on 25 acres, growing its own hops and grain, with picnic tables, goats, and dogs welcome inside and out.

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Red Bank Battlefield Park

National Park, NJ

Revolutionary War battlefield on a bluff above the Delaware River, with a riverside walkway and wide-open sunset views.

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Red Wagon Farm

Monroe Township, NJ

Monroe Township pumpkin farm with a corn maze, hayrides, and a patch open to leashed dogs.

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Beach and Waterfront

Reeds Beach Jetty

Cape May Court House, NJ

Reeds Beach Jetty sits along the Delaware Bay at the end of a quiet residential road, with a sandy shoreline, long rock jetty, wide-open bay views, and some especially beautiful sunsets

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Rehoboth Beach Boardwalk

Rehoboth Beach, DE

Mile-long beach boardwalk lined with shops and restaurants, open to leashed dogs from mid-September through mid-May.

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Reinheimer Park & Louis J. Crupi Dog Park

Belleville, NJ

Nutley township park on Bloomfield Ave with the town’s fenced dog park.

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Revolution Coffee Roasters

Collingswood, NJ

Dog-friendly Collingswood coffee roaster on Haddon Avenue.

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Richard W. DeKorte Park

Lyndhurst, NJ

Meadowlands marsh park in Lyndhurst with crushed-stone paths, boardwalks, and serious birdwatching.

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Riley Park

Bradley Beach, NJ

Bradley Beach's town green on Main Street, home to summer concerts, craft shows, flea markets, and a Howl-O-Ween pooch parade.

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Ringing Rocks County Park

Upper Black Eddy, PA

Bucks County boulder field where some of the rocks ring like bells when you tap them with a hammer, plus a seasonal waterfall nearby.

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Ringwood Manor

Ringwood, NJ

Ironmasters' country estate with formal gardens, a creek, and iron relics scattered across the lawns.

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Ringwood State Park

Ringwood, NJ

A large historic park in the Ramapo Mountains with manor houses, botanical gardens, lakes, and forested trails

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Rita's - Jackson

Jackson, NJ

Italian ice, frozen custard and plenty of mix-and-match treats, with a walk-up window and outdoor tables

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Riverfront Park

Point Pleasant, NJ

Small, well-kept park on the Manasquan River with a short boardwalk, fishing pier, and views across to Osborn Island.

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Riverside County Park & Dog Run

Lyndhurst, NJ

Bergen County park along the Passaic River with riverside paths, ball fields, and a two-section dog run.

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Riverview Beach Park

Pennsville, NJ

Tree-shaded riverfront park on the Delaware, with a walking path, bench swings, and sunsets framed by the Delaware Memorial Bridge.

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Riverwood Park Recreation

Toms River, NJ

A wooded Toms River park with shady walking trails, river access, open fields, and plenty of space for a longer walk with your dog.

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Robert J. Miller Air Park

Berkeley Township, NJ

A large fenced dog park tucked into Robert J. Miller Air Park, with plenty of open space for dogs to run and a quiet, wooded setting.

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Robson's Farm

Wrightstown, NJ

A fourth-generation orchard fruit farm in Burlington County, growing peaches, apples, pawpaws, and quince

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Rock 'n' Joe Coffee Bar

Caldwell, NJ

Downtown Caldwell coffee bar with breakfast, live jazz nights, and three outdoor tables for dogs.

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Rockefeller State Park Preserve

Pleasantville, NY

1,771-acre preserve with about 55 miles of carriage roads, Swan Lake, and rolling fields, all open to leashed dogs.

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Rocky Top Dog Park

Kingston, NJ

Wooded, members-only dog park with three fenced areas and a swimming pond, run by South Brunswick Township.

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Rocky's Rescue Treats

Woodbury Heights, NJ

Woodbury Heights dog bakery making homemade treats and personalized gift baskets.

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Roosevelt Park

Edison, NJ

The oldest park in Middlesex County, 196 acres with an eight acre lake, sometimes referred to as Edison's Central Park

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Roosevelt Woodland Trail

Roosevelt, NJ

A quiet walking trail in Monmouth County for an easy walk

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Roosters Coffeehouse

Ledgewood, NJ

Roosters Coffeehouse pairs small-batch coffee roasted in-house with breakfast, lunch, pastries, and a zero-waste shop, all inside a dog-friendly Main Street café in Ledgewood

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Rosedale Dog Park

Pennington, NJ

A five-acre fenced dog park with separate small- and large-dog areas, grassy play space, hills, tunnels, and agility equipment.

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Round Valley Recreation Area

Lebanon, NJ

Clear blue reservoir ringed by wooded hills, with waterfront trails, picnic lawns, and some of the best views in Hunterdon County.

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Rusty Nail

Cape May, NJ

Laid-back Cape May beach bar across from the ocean, with a dog menu.

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Rutgers Gardens

New Brunswick, NJ

A 180-acre botanical garden and living labratory at Rutgers University, with dog-friendly trails through a bamboo forest and along the Raritan River

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Saddle River County Park

Saddle Brook, NJ

Bergen County park with a paved riverside path through several towns and a two-section dog run at Wild Duck Pond.

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Saddler's Woods

Haddon Township, NJ

Rare pocket of old-growth forest hidden behind a shopping center, with short shaded trails and a stream.

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Salty Paws Doggie Ice Cream Parlor

Stone Harbor, NJ

Stone Harbor ice cream parlor made for dogs, on 96th Street.

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Samuel Nelkin County Park & Dog Park

Wallington, NJ

Bergen County park around a small lake, with a fenced dog park, picnic area, and plenty of benches.

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Shopping

Sanctum Handmade

Asbury Park, NJ

A plant-filled Cookman Avenue shop with houseplants, handmade decor, crystals, planters and plenty of little things you didn’t know you needed. Dogs are welcome to browse inside with you.

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Sandbar Joe's

Wildwood, NJ

Private pontoon cruises through the Wildwood back bays, with dog-friendly options for sunset rides, scenic cruises and longer trips out to the sandbars

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Sandy Hook, Gateway National Recreation Area

Highlands, NJ

National recreation area with miles of beach, a lighthouse, and trails

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Sarah's Heart Dog Park

Penns Grove, NJ

Small Penns Grove dog park with benches, a water fountain, and waste bags.

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SAVE Waggin' Tails Fall Fest

Skillman, NJ

Fall fundraiser at the SAVE shelter in Skillman on October 10 with vendors, food, and an adoptable dog costume parade.

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Sawmill Park

Richland, NJ

Tidy village park in Richland with a giant chainsaw-carved tree, a 9/11 memorial, and a restored red caboose.

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Sayen House and Gardens

Hamilton Township, NJ

30-acre botanical garden with fish ponds, gazebos, and over 1,000 azaleas

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Scotland Run Park

Clayton, NJ

Gloucester County's largest park, with hundreds of acres of trails around Wilson Lake and a nature center across the road.

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Sea Isle Dog Park

Sea Isle City, NJ

A sandy dog park at the north end of Sea Isle, with separate areas for small and large dogs, agility equipment, shaded seating, and water stations.

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Seahorse Farm Winery

Cape May, NJ

Beach-themed winery with a patio overlooking the vineyard and grass-side tables where leashed dogs are welcome.

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Seastreak Ferry

Atlantic Highlands, NJ

High-speed ferry from the Jersey Shore to Manhattan, with leashed dogs welcome on the outdoor decks.

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Seawood Harbor Bike Trail

Brick, NJ

Quiet, scenic paved trail through a Brick Township waterfront neighborhood

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Secor Farms

Mahwah, NJ

Mahwah farm with a decorated fall hayride, pumpkin patches, and corn mazes, where leashed dogs can ride along.

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Seven Presidents Oceanfront Park

Long Branch, NJ

Clean, wide ocean beach in Long Branch that opens to leashed dogs, sand included, from November through March.

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Shark River Park

Wall Township, NJ

A wooded county park with streamside trails, boardwalks, picnic areas, and mostly gentle routes through varied habitat.

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Shelter Cove Park

Toms River, NJ

A waterfront Toms River park with walking paths, open fields, sports courts, playgrounds, and views across Barnegat Bay. Dogs are welcome on leash throughout the park, but not on the beach.

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Silver Lake Park

Belmar, NJ

Small lakeside park just a few blocks from the Belmar beach, with a path around the water and a big playground.

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Silverton Park

Toms River, NJ

A spacious Toms River dog park with separate areas for large and small dogs, open grass for running, and a wooded section that gives dogs plenty to sniff and explore.

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Simeone Foundation Automotive Museum

Philadelphia, PA

Indoor museum of historic racing sports cars near the Philadelphia airport, where friendly, leashed dogs can tour the galleries with you.

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Skillman Park & Dog Park

Skillman, NJ

Open, serene 250-acre park with a flat, paved loop of just over two miles and a leash-free dog area.

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Skyview Park

Toms River, NJ

Small neighborhood park in Toms River with a few short trails, softball fields, and basketball courts

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Eat and Drink

Small World Coffee

Princeton, NJ

Beloved Princeton coffee shop on Nassau Street with covered outdoor tables for you and your dog.

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Pet Shops

Smokey's Doggy Café

Keyport, NJ

Dogs-only cafe in downtown Keyport, humans bring their own food and drinks while pups get a full dog menu, bakery treats, and a play yard.

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Sourland Mountain Preserve

Hillsborough, NJ

Rocky, wooded Hillsborough preserve with boulder fields and marked hiking trails.

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South Mountain Reservation

West Orange, NJ

More than 2,100 acres of wooded trails, streams, waterfalls, rocky overlooks, and old carriage roads, with a separate off-leash dog park inside the reservation.

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Southside Dog Park

South Plainfield, NJ

Clean, quiet South Plainfield dog park on New Market Avenue.

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Spring Lake Pitney Ave Beach

Spring Lake, NJ

A quiet stretch of Jersey Shore beach with wide sand, beautiful ocean views, and a dedicated dog-beach area right on the water at Pitney Avenue.

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Spruce Run Recreation Area

Clinton, NJ

Reservoir park near Clinton with open shoreline, picnic areas, campsites, and big-sky sunsets over the water.

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Staatsburgh State Historic Site

Staatsburg, NY

65-room Beaux-Arts mansion by McKim, Mead, and White, set in a riverside state park where leashed dogs can walk the grounds.

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Stephens State Park

Hackettstown, NJ

Wooded park along the Musconetcong River with loop trails and picnic tables right at the water.

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Stevens Park

Hoboken, NJ

A historic city park near the Hoboken waterfront, with lawns, playgrounds, a splash area, athletic facilities, and a dedicated dog run.

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Stokes State Forest

Branchville, NJ

Mountain forest of creeks, cliffs, and quiet trails, with Sunrise Mountain's ridge-top views and pet-friendly campsites.

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Stony Hill Farm

Chester, NJ

Chester farm with a year-round market, a giant fall corn maze, and grounds open to leashed dogs.

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Strut Your Mutt: Grover Cleveland Park

Essex Fells, NJ

Essex County's free canine Halloween costume contest and parade by the Grover Cleveland Park Pond House on October 24, with prizes for top costumes.

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Beach and Waterfront

Sunset Beach

Cape May Point, NJ

Pebbly bay beach famous for its sunsets and a concrete shipwreck offshore, open to leashed dogs in the off season.

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Sunshine Village Park

Neptune Township, NJ

Neptune Township park with a walking path around big grassy fields, a playground, skate area, and outdoor fitness equipment.

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Sussex County Sunflower Maze

Sandyston, NJ

Largest sunflower maze on the East Coast, over a million blooms across 120+ varieties, genuinely dog-friendly with leashed pets welcome at no extra cost.

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Parks and Nature Beach and Waterfront

Swan Point State Natural Area

Brick, NJ

Small, quiet state natural area on the water in Brick, good for a peaceful stop and a look at the bay.

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Swartswood State Park

Swartswood, NJ

New Jersey's first state park, set on a glacial lake, with paved lakeside paths, woodland trails, and sunset views.

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Eat and Drink

Sweet Kitchen

Montclair, NJ

Montclair bakery cafe with daily rotating pastries and a dog-friendly patio with a water bowl.

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Shopping

Tanger Outlets Atlantic City

Atlantic City, NJ

Open-air outlet center spread over several city blocks, where dogs can walk the grounds with you between stores.

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Terhune Memorial Park

Wayne, NJ

Lakeside park on the former estate of the author of Lad: A Dog, where the famous Sunnybank collies are buried.

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The Amish Farm and House

Lancaster, PA

Lancaster County farm and historic house where leashed dogs can join the bus, house, and farm tours.

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The Bent Spoon

Princeton, NJ

A nationally recognized, award-winning ice cream shop on Palmer Square, with a "puppy ice cream" made specifically for dogs and a water bowl out front.

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The Brewed Awakening Cafe

Pitman, NJ

A cozy, family-run coffee shop in downtown Pitman with a living-room-style lounge, coffee flights, and live music.

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The Cafe Luna

New Providence, NJ

New Providence cafe with Turkish-inspired coffee, borek, and weekly events, and a dog-friendly welcome.

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The Caffeine Haven - Toms River

Toms River, NJ

The Toms River sister location of the popular Howell coffee shop, in the heart of downtown, with cozy exposed-brick seating and a rotating local art display.

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The Caffiene Haven

Howell, NJ

A newer independent coffee shop right off Route 9 in Howell, known for creative lattes and a genuinely dog-friendly vibe.

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The Ciderhouse at Ironbound Farm

Asbury, NJ

Hard cider, farm-to-table food, and plenty of room to spread out outdoors on a 108-acre regenerative farm, with dogs welcome throughout the Ciderhouse’s courtyards, lawn and covered outdoor spaces.

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The Cliff

Jersey City, NJ

A neighborhood cafe in Jersey City Heights with a secluded backyard patio garden, dogs welcome outdoors during warm weather.

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The Coffee Box

Rahway, NJ

A specialty coffee cafe near the Rahway train station, with a dog-friendly patio, Intelligentsia coffee, and a full breakfast and lunch menu.

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The Compound Coffee Co.

Verona, NJ

Hidden Verona coffee shop with an enclosed patio and dogs welcome inside and out.

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The Daily Bean

Vernon, NJ

Set inside an old cottage in Vernon, The Daily Bean serves coffee, breakfast, pastries, waffles, and made-to-order sandwiches, with a large dog-friendly outdoor area beside the creek

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The Dapper Doodle

Point Pleasant Beach, NJ

Toys, treats, collars, leashes, birthday goodies, and surprisingly cute pet accessories fill this little downtown Point Pleasant Beach boutique, where dogs are welcome to come in and shop too

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The DOG BARKery & Ice Cream PAW'lor

Little Silver, NJ

Little Silver dog bakery and ice cream parlor that shares a space with The Dog Spaw groomer.

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The Dog Spot

Lawrence Township, NJ

Lawrence Township eatery that supports local shelters and serves pup cups.

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The Hungry Hound

Somerville, NJ

Somerville pet shop on Main Street with a dog bakery inside for cakes and treats.

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The Hungry Puppy

Farmingdale, NJ

A family-owned pet supply store with its own free, double-gated park on-site, events, obedience training, and birthday parties

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The Little Local

Hoboken, NJ

Charming little Hoboken coffee shop with Balthazar pastries, a honeycomb latte, and treats for dogs at the register.

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Shopping

The Mall at Short Hills

Short Hills, NJ

Upscale indoor mall that allows small dogs in carriers, with luxury and mainstream stores under one roof.

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The Mindful Cafe

Ramsey, NJ

Organic Ramsey cafe with healthy food, allergy-aware staff, and dog-friendly outdoor seating.

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The Pig and Parrot Sandbar

Brielle, NJ

A Key West-themed bar and grill overlooking the Brielle Yacht Club Marina, with dog-friendly outdoor waterfront tables.

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The Porch Coffee Tea + Bakery

Basking Ridge, NJ

Basking Ridge coffee and bakery with gluten-free pastries and a dog-friendly front porch.

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The Principled Pet

Collingswood, NJ

Independent pet shop on Haddon Avenue in Collingswood with knowledgeable, dog-loving staff.

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The Red Barn Farm

Hammonton, NJ

Hammonton farm with a 10-acre corn maze, hayrides to the pumpkin patch, and homemade pies.

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The Sperlak Gallery & Sculpture Gardens

Cape May Court House, NJ

An outdoor sculpture garden where art sits throughout meadows, woods, and walking paths on a quiet rural property.

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The Twisted Tulip

Livingston, NJ

An independent Livingston cafe with a small children's library, cozy indoor and outdoor seating, and dogs welcome to join you.

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Third Ward Park

Passaic, NJ

Passaic's showpiece park, with walking paths, ponds, cherry blossoms in spring, and strong fall foliage.

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Thompson Grove Park

Manalapan Township, NJ

A 65-acre Manalapan park beside Millhurst Pond, with wooded walking trails, open fields, a bird sanctuary, disc golf, and a fenced dog park near the entrance.

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Thompson Park & Dog Park

Lincroft, NJ

677-acre Monmouth County park with 14 miles of trails and a 1.5-acre fenced off-leash dog area, part of the historic Brookdale Farm.

Mixed Access

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Three Acre Park

Belmar, NJ

Open green on Belmar's Main Street with a big lawn, benches, and restrooms, close to town shops and Silver Lake.

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Thunderbolt Bark Park

Millville, NJ

Small two-section dog park in Millville with an agility area and a view toward the lake.

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