10 Best Dog Parks in Vermont!

Vermont has plenty of places for fun with your four-legged best friend! If you're looking for places where you and your pup can get some exercise and socialize, the Green Mountain State has you and your furry friend covered. From Dog Mountain to Marc's Barc Parc, here are the 10 best dog parks to explore with your puppy in the state.

Starr Farm Dog Park, Burlington, VT

Let Fido take a romp at Starr Farm Park in Burlington! This regional park in the North End is a great spot for canine recreation, featuring athletic fields and a large dog park. Easily accessible via Starr Farm Rd. or the Burlington Bike Path, it's the perfect place to get some exercise and fresh air together.

West Rutland Dog Park, West Rutland, VT

This is a great spot for your pup to run off some energy and make new friends! It's open from sunrise to sunset for all early-morning walkers. Take your dog out for some outdoor fun that'll really get their tails wagging.

Dog Mountain, Home of Stephen Huneck Gallery, Saint Johnsbury, VT

Dog Mountain stands out from your typical dog park outing. This unique interactive artist installation is set on 150 acres of mountaintop in St. Johnsbury and is the ideal place to celebrate the connection between people and their pets. Experience art and nature in harmony at Dog Mountain.

Waterbury Dog Park, Waterbury Village Historic District, VT

Take a break from the hustle and bustle of the city at Waterbury Dog Park. The fenced-in area is a great place to let your pooch run free and the smaller area is a great spot for dogs who prefer to have a little more personal space compared to other dogs. The park is also located near the river so your pup can take a dip if they're feeling brave!

Shelburne Dog Park, Shelburne, VT

Take a trip to the Shelburne Village Dog Park for pup-tastic fun. Here, you can take your pup to play, explore the scents and sights, and collect all the sticks they wish. This pet-centric community hot spot is the perfect place for your pooch to get out the zoomies.

Manchester Dog Park, Manchester Center, VT

Head to the Dana Thompson Dog Park in Manchester for a paw-fect day! There are plenty of opportunities to run, jump, bark, and sniff. Don't forget to make some furry friends too! This is a great spot for you and your pup to have an unforgettable day.

Petsafe Kingdom Dog Park, Derby, VT

Venture out to Petsafe Kingdom Dog Park in Derby for a tail-wagging day! The is a popular spot to bring your pup along for a run, walk, or jog so they can exercise and take in the scenery around them. Put on those sneakers and grab that leash, adventure awaits!

Farrell Park Dog Park, South Burlington, VT

Take a walk in the woods, go for a picnic, or play a rousing game of fetch. This 22 acre park is a great place to let your pup stretch their legs and frolic to their heart’s content in lush space. Farrell Park is the perfect spot for all sorts of activities.

Paradise Bark, Windsor, VT

Take your beloved pooch to Paradise Bark in Windsor for an afternoon of canine bliss. Complete with fencing, separated areas for large and small dog breeds and a generous area for your doggo to run around, you can be sure to have a great time.

Marc's Barc Parc, Saint Albans City, VT

Check out Marc's Barc Parc in St. Albans for a leash-free experience. This park gives people and their pups a top notch place to socialize, play, and exercise; plus, the park is always well maintained so you can be sure to have an enjoyable afternoon.

This text was created by the author with the assistance of GPT-3, a large-scale language generation model developed by OpenAI. The author reviewed, edited, and revised the draft language to their satisfaction and is fully responsible for the content of this publication.

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