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Best Northeast Waterfront Treks with Your Pups
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items We’re partial to waterfront adventures and like to mix up rugged terrain with urban harborside treks. Here are some of our faves in Massachusetts and surrounding areas!
You simultaneously get views of both the ocean and the city in one urban hike with lots of food and shopping literally just a few feet away. Just pack a bag with your doggie essentials and you’re good to go for an impromptu picnic at the grassy ocean...
Boston Harborwalk
This is a family favorite! On weekends there’s usually live music and lots of opportunities for people watching. Lots of shops and restaurants nearby so it’s easy to pick up a pizza and have an impromptu picnic. Great times!
Waterfront Park Newburyport - Boardwalk & Merrimack River Views
Great views of the ocean and the Gilded Mansions that rise above the rugged cliffs.
Newport RI Cliff Walk | Find Scenic Walking Tours Along the Coast
A scenic and easy trek right in the center of town! Spectacular ocean views with parks and restaurants nearby. It can get pretty crowded quickly so plan to come early or later during the day.
Bar Harbor Shore path
A great way to get fresh lobsters right off the boat! You’ll love wandering around the quaint little shops while enjoying the ocean views.
Harbormaster | Rockport, MA
Fuel up with breakfast, lunch, or snacks at the nearby restaurants in Perkins Cove before heading out to the paved trails with gorgeous cliffside views.
Marginal Way (2025) - All You Need to Know BEFORE You Go (with Reviews)
This trek takes you past dusty unpaved trails with views of the quarry, the ocean, and everything else in between. There are several paths that you can take but be prepared for winding rocky terrain in some spots.
Halibut Point State Park
Wide open spaces, a nearby RV camping park, lots of tables, swim facilities, a boardwalk with dining options… this place has everything you need for a long relaxing trek with your puppy!
Hampton Beach State Park
A nice little park right at the heart of town with a lovely old carousel, paved walking paths, and grassy areas around the marina. Perfect for a quick urban trek with your pup after exploring the neighboring shops!
Mitchell Park & Marina
The entire island is full of gorgeous spaces for long lazy treks with varying terrain for your pup to explore. Perfect for a weekend trip with your pup from nearby ports throughout the Northeast.
Block Island
You will love taking in the cool ocean breeze while walking around the park and admiring the stately Victorian houses that surround the park. This is right in the middle of town and a short walk to the shops for some easy dining and shopping!
Ocean Park
This pretty oceanfront park offered great views, easy urban trails, and direct access to the Buglight lighthouse. Lots of green spaces for happy playtime and picnics. A huge kite festival often happens here in the summer so if you can swing by then t...
Bug Light Park