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For dog owners, part of the fun of outdoor exploration is having your faithful companion by your side. Fortunately, there are lots of dog-friendly parks, trails, and beaches in the Buzzards Bay region where you and your four-legged friend can get some fresh air and exercise.
For any of the places below, make sure to follow all posted rules for dogs. Some spots allow dogs “under voice control,” whereas others require dogs to be on a leash at all times. Wherever you go, always pick up after your pet to keep our local waters clean.
This quiet boat launch in Westport is the perfect place to begin a paddling adventure on the Westport River West Branch.
The Agawam River Trail in East Wareham offers a peaceful stroll, vistas of the Agawam River, and a paddling launch.
Betty’s Neck in Lakeville offers miles of secluded trails and expansive freshwater views in the heart of the protected Assawompset Pond Complex.
The deep, clear waters of Big Sandy Pond in Plymouth are a delight for freshwater anglers.
Birch Island in Wareham isn’t actually an island. But with river views in every direction, you might mistake it for one!
Bourne Recreation Area is a gateway to fishing, walking, and bicycling along scenic Cape Cod Canal.
Discover quiet, hilly woods that feel forgotten by time at Bourne Sisters Woodland in Bourne.
Take a short, scenic walk to the sandy shores of the Weweantic River at Brainard Marsh in Marion.
Discover spectacular coastal scenery among protected woods and wetlands at Brandt Island Cove District in Mattapoisett.
Located in the urban North End of New Bedford, Brooklawn Park is refuge for local residents seeking some fresh air.
Known as the “crown jewel” of New Bedford, Buttonwood Park is an oasis of nature and recreation in the city.
Explore the Cape Cod Canal from Buzzards Bay Recreation Area in Bourne, located at the foot of the iconic railroad bridge.
If you want to take an easygoing, scenic bike ride, look no further than the Cape Cod Canal Bikeway in Bourne.
From the fish ladder to the glacial moraine, explore Bourne's natural history at Carter Beal Conservation Area.
“Chappy,” as locals call Chapoquoit Beach in Falmouth, is a sandy, secluded spot far from Cape Cod's crowds.
Marion’s popular Washburn Park hearkens back to the historic town common where locals can walk and play.
With rolling waves and a long, sandy shoreline, Cherry & Webb Beach is a favorite summer destination for Westport residents.
With a cozy picnic table nestled in a grove of trees, Church Wildlife Conservation Area in Rochester is a lovely picnic spot.
Take an island excursion to Cuttyhunk and discover Church's Beach, a Buzzards Bay paradise with crystal-clear waters.
Hunt for remnants of an old settlement among fields and forest along the Mattapoisett River at Church's Field in Rochester.
