Vermont Dog Parks

Best Dog Parks in Vermont

Vermont offers charming dog parks with access to Green Mountains, forests, and lakes. Fall foliage season is spectacular. Spring mud season can make trails challenging. Small towns provide friendly atmosphere.

27 Dog Parks 4 Breeds Season: May–October
Updated 2026-04-17

Park Amenities in Vermont

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Burlington Dog Park at Waterfront Park

Burlington7 AM to dusk, year-round

Lake Champlain waterfront dog park. Mountain views and seasonal New England beauty.

  • Off-Leash Area
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  • Water Access
  • Benches
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Montpelier Dog Park at Hubbard Park

Montpelier8 AM to sunset, seasonal

Capital city dog trails with forest and tower views. Off-leash hiking trails.

  • Off-Leash Trail
  • Parking
  • Water Access
  • Natural Terrain
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Stowe Dog Park

Stowe7 AM to dusk, year-round

Mountain resort town dog park with Mount Mansfield views. Scenic Vermont location.

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  • Parking
  • Water Stations
  • Benches
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Brattleboro Dog Park at Village Commons

BrattleboroDawn to dusk, year-round

Southern Vermont artistic community dog park. Connecticut River area location.

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  • Parking
  • Water Access
  • Shade
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Dog Field Parking Lot (off-leash dog area)

MontpelierDawn to dusk

Dog Field Parking Lot (off-leash dog area) is a unfenced off-leash in Montpelier, Vermont. Rated 4.0/5 across 1 Google reviews.

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Essex Dog Park

BurlingtonDawn to dusk

Essex Dog Park is a fenced off-leash in Burlington, Vermont. Fully fenced for safe off-leash play. Rated 4.4/5 across 186 Google reviews.

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Essex Dog Park- Parking Lot

EssexDawn to dusk

Essex Dog Park- Parking Lot is a fenced off-leash in Essex, Vermont. Fully fenced for safe off-leash play. Rated 5.0/5 across 1 Google reviews.

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Farrell Park Dog Park

BurlingtonDawn to dusk

Farrell Park Dog Park is a fenced off-leash in Burlington, Vermont. Fully fenced for safe off-leash play. Rated 3.9/5 across 30 Google reviews.

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King Road Leash Free Dog Park

BurlingtonDawn to dusk

King Road Leash Free Dog Park is a fenced off-leash in Burlington, Vermont. Fully fenced for safe off-leash play. Rated 4.6/5 across 367 Google reviews.

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Mad River Valley Dog Park

BurlingtonDawn to dusk

Mad River Valley Dog Park is a fenced off-leash in Burlington, Vermont. Fully fenced for safe off-leash play. Rated 5.0/5 across 8 Google reviews.

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Manchester Dog Park

BurlingtonDawn to dusk

Manchester Dog Park is a fenced off-leash in Burlington, Vermont. Fully fenced for safe off-leash play. Rated 4.7/5 across 51 Google reviews.

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Middlebury Dog Park

BurlingtonDawn to dusk

Middlebury Dog Park is a fenced off-leash in Burlington, Vermont. Fully fenced for safe off-leash play. Rated 4.4/5 across 55 Google reviews.

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Milton Dog Park

BurlingtonDawn to dusk

Milton Dog Park is a fenced off-leash in Burlington, Vermont. Fully fenced for safe off-leash play. Rated 4.9/5 across 25 Google reviews.

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Monkton Community Dog Park

BurlingtonDawn to dusk

Monkton Community Dog Park is a fenced off-leash in Burlington, Vermont. Fully fenced for safe off-leash play. Rated 4.4/5 across 16 Google reviews.

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North Waterfront Park and Dog Park

BurlingtonDawn to dusk

North Waterfront Park and Dog Park is a fenced off-leash in Burlington, Vermont. Fully fenced for safe off-leash play. Rated 4.7/5 across 17 Google reviews.

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Norton Leash Free Dog Park

BurlingtonDawn to dusk

Norton Leash Free Dog Park is a fenced off-leash in Burlington, Vermont. Fully fenced for safe off-leash play. Rated 4.1/5 across 177 Google reviews.

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Petsafe Kingdom Dog Park

MontpelierDawn to dusk

Petsafe Kingdom Dog Park is a fenced off-leash in Montpelier, Vermont. Fully fenced for safe off-leash play. Rated 4.7/5 across 60 Google reviews.

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Rutland Dog Park

RutlandDawn to dusk

Rutland Dog Park is a fenced off-leash in Rutland, Vermont. Fully fenced for safe off-leash play. Rated 3.9/5 across 30 Google reviews.

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South Burlington Dog Park

BurlingtonDawn to dusk

South Burlington Dog Park is a fenced off-leash in Burlington, Vermont. Fully fenced for safe off-leash play. Rated 1.5/5 across 2 Google reviews.

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Starr Farm Dog Park

BurlingtonDawn to dusk

Starr Farm Dog Park is a fenced off-leash in Burlington, Vermont. Fully fenced for safe off-leash play. Rated 4.6/5 across 341 Google reviews.

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The Paw House Inn & Dog Friendly Cottages

RutlandDawn to dusk

The Paw House Inn & Dog Friendly Cottages is a fenced off-leash in Rutland, Vermont. Fully fenced for safe off-leash play. Rated 4.8/5 across 222 Google reviews.

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Town of Barre Community Dog Park

MontpelierDawn to dusk

Town of Barre Community Dog Park is a fenced off-leash in Montpelier, Vermont. Fully fenced for safe off-leash play. Rated 4.2/5 across 21 Google reviews.

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Waterbury Dog Park

BurlingtonDawn to dusk

Waterbury Dog Park is a fenced off-leash in Burlington, Vermont. Fully fenced for safe off-leash play. Rated 4.5/5 across 52 Google reviews.

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Watson Upper Valley Dog Park

BurlingtonDawn to dusk

Watson Upper Valley Dog Park is a fenced off-leash in Burlington, Vermont. Fully fenced for safe off-leash play. Rated 4.5/5 across 138 Google reviews.

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West Allen Park Dog Park

BurlingtonDawn to dusk

West Allen Park Dog Park is a fenced off-leash in Burlington, Vermont. Fully fenced for safe off-leash play. Rated 3.3/5 across 4 Google reviews.

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West Rutland Dog Park

RutlandDawn to dusk

West Rutland Dog Park is a fenced off-leash in Rutland, Vermont. Fully fenced for safe off-leash play. Rated 4.5/5 across 129 Google reviews.

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Wheeler Dog Park

BurlingtonDawn to dusk

Wheeler Dog Park is a fenced off-leash in Burlington, Vermont. Fully fenced for safe off-leash play. Rated 4.6/5 across 41 Google reviews.

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Vermont Dog Park Rules Information

Check leash laws and regulations for Vermont before your visit. Some parks are off-leash friendly, while others require leashes during specific hours. Always follow posted rules and practice good dog park etiquette.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Vermont has 27 dog parks listed on OffleashFinder, including 22 fenced off-leash parks, 1 dog-friendly trails. Each park includes location, amenities, hours, and directions.

Top-rated dog parks in Vermont include Burlington Dog Park at Waterfront Park, Montpelier Dog Park at Hubbard Park, and Stowe Dog Park. Sort by rating or filter by amenity — like fenced, small-dog area, water access, or agility equipment — to find one that fits your dog.

Of the 27 parks in Vermont, 22 are fully fenced off-leash areas — the safest option for dogs still learning recall, reactive dogs, or small dogs that might slip through a gap. Use the "Fenced Off-Leash" filter on this page to see them all.

Vermont enforces state and municipal leash laws outside designated off-leash areas. Dogs must be leashed on most public streets, trails, and shared parks. See our dog park rules guide for Vermont-specific etiquette, vaccination requirements, and local ordinances.

Weekday mornings and early evenings are usually the calmest. Weekends — especially spring and fall afternoons when the weather is mild — get busy. In Vermont, the most comfortable visiting season is typically May–October, though fenced parks stay usable year-round with the right gear.

Yes. All 27 Vermont dog parks on OffleashFinder are free to browse — no signup, no account, no paywall. We compile listings from public parks-department data, Google Places, and verified dog-owner submissions.

Every Vermont park listing includes verified GPS coordinates and a park-type category. We cross-reference city parks departments, public directories, and dog-owner reviews, and update listings continuously as parks open, close, or change access rules. If you spot something out of date, let us know via the contact page.