Top public and private dog water parks and swimming pools in Essex, Connecticut

Pawsome Creek Retreat Private Dog Park in Orange, CT

Welcome to our peaceful 1/2 acre Sniffspot, where your furry companions can enjoy a safe and serene environment! The yard is fully fenced, providing a secure space for play and relaxation. For those adventurous spirits, an open creek area awaits exploration—please note that this section is not fenced, so supervision is encouraged. You'll find convenient parking in the driveway next to the gate leading into the yard, along with a lovely path that guides you to the creek. This idyllic setting is perfect for quiet moments and playful escapades alike, allowing you and your pets to disconnect and unwind. We take pride in offering a unique space where dogs can run free and discover new sights and sounds without the stress of other dogs around. Whether it's frolicking in the yard or investigating the nearby creek, your pets are sure to have a wonderful time. Join us for a delightful experience in our private haven!

Big Dog's 1 Acre Fully Fenced Private Dog Park In Shelton

FYI- The pool is now closed and expected to reopen Memorial Day weekend. Fully fenced, secure and private acre of doggy heaven located on a cul de sac. Large grass yard, mulch, and wooded area on each side of the yard will keep your dog busy sniffing and exploring. The ground is cleared in the wooded areas for fun running and walks. Large blue stone shaded patio that backs up to woods. The large in ground pool is uncovered and ready to swim for an additional charge (see below”Extras”). The fencing between the yard and pool is not 100% secure, just keep an eye on your pups. All people and pets will be inside during your visit for privacy. There are poop bags, a bowl of water and a basket of toys for you and your pup if you wish. Whether you want to sit in the shade or play in the sun, there are multiple seating areas. Driveway and Street parking with easy access to the spot.

Daisy's Hundred Acre Wood Dog Park In Preston

Our property is a beautiful mix of fields, wetland, and woodland trails, bordered by a brook. It’s a wonderful place to play frisbee or take a private hike through the scenic trails.

David's 50 Acre Partially Fenced Private Dog Park In Stafford

50 acre closed gravel pit with roads and woods. The former air-soft club left partial combat structures remain here and there. First time check in at the shed/office. NRA certified can bring firearms (let us know in advance) Bonfires ok (let us know in advance) Camping by the river is allowed (let us know in advance)

The Hoppiest Place - 30 Acre Unfenced Private Dog Park In Preston

Active hops and berry farm with about a half mile of trails through woods.

Hidden Valley Farm Preserve

Hidden Valley Farm Preserve in Moodus, Connecticut offers a serene dog park with access to a river, stream, and trail. Located at 24 Grist Mill Rd, this park provides a picturesque setting for dogs to play and explore nature. Whether your furry friend loves splashing in the water or going for a scenic walk, this park has something for every pup to enjoy. Visit Hidden Valley Farm Preserve for a peaceful and enjoyable outdoor experience with your dog.

Private old colonial farm in Ledyard

80 acre colonial farm with a pond, streams,multiple fields, trails. Great exercise not only for Fido but for his/her humans as well.

Salem Community Park

Salem Community Park offers a tranquil setting for both dogs and their owners to enjoy. Located at 89 Norwich Rd in Salem, Connecticut, this park features amenities such as picnic tables, a river, stream or creek, and open fields for play. The park is open from 8 AM to 8 PM seven days a week, providing ample opportunity for exercise and socialization. For more information, contact the park at 860-859-3873.

Park hours: 8 AM–8 PM 7 days per Week

Day Pond MTB

Day Pond MTB is a dog park located in Colchester, Connecticut. It offers a swimming pool and a trail for dogs to enjoy. Visitors can contact the park for more information at 860-295-9523.

Mind Your Manorville Private Dog Park

Hi! Welcome to our 3/4 acre fully fenced yard. Foliage provides a large amount of privacy and our spot is generally quiet, with rare sightings of neighbors and wildlife (hawks, birds, squirrels). We have a hose you can use, and a pergola with seating and chairs to relax and an outlet if needed. Our fire pit and firewood is available for safe use (please ask first). Two gates are located on either side of the house which are latched. A third gate is present along our neighbors fence which is latched and secured with a zip tie and bungee - a small gap exists. We have reactive dogs and know the struggle of finding a quiet place to enjoy. Our neighbor has a young dog that sometimes barks along the fence until they come and retrieve her. If you’d like to avoid tall grass, our yard is mowed/trimmed every other Thursday. Send us a message to determine what days it’s been mowed to enjoy a manicured yard visit. The pool is OPEN. If you plan to enjoy the pool, please be sure your dog is wearing a life jacket and supervised at all times. Do not allow them to scratch at the side of the pool - guide them to use the stairs for entry and exist. NO GLASS near the pool or in the yard. Be sure to check yourself and dogs for ticks after a visit! Continuous tick preventatives are recommended for your outdoor pets! Let us know if you have any questions. We hope you can enjoy Mind Your Manorville! *If you are bringing a foster dog to SniffSpot- they sniff for free! Please let us know. **If you are Black, Indigenous and/or queer, your dog sniffs for free- please let us know! **Our neighbor has rare visitors that bring their dogs- if this ruins your Sniff, please let us know and we will comp your Sniff! We are on Unkechaug land.

Lisbon Meadows Park

Lisbon Meadows Park in Lisbon, Connecticut offers a serene setting with a river, stream, or creek running through the park. Visitors can enjoy walking or hiking on the trails that wind through the park. The park is open from 6 AM to 9 PM seven days a week. For more information, visit the park's website lisbonct.com or contact them at 860-376-6545 or ejoseph@lisbonct.com.

Park hours: 6 AM–9 PM 7 days per Week

Gina's 12 Acre Partially Fenced Private Dog Park In Torrington

Jessica's Private Dog Park In Windsor

We have a stream and large area for throwing balls. The area is almost blocked off with only a few exits to our neighbor's yard. There's also a garden area around the other side of the house where they can play as well. In the winter there's woods they can run around in. It's a bit overgrown during the summer but if you have an adventurous dog go for it. We are right next to a school with a playground.

Friends of Elizabeth Park

The Friends of Elizabeth Park in West Hartford, Connecticut is a charming dog park located at 1561 Asylum Ave. This park offers amenities such as tables, access to a nearby river, stream or creek, and scenic trails for you and your furry friend to explore. For more information, you can visit their website at elizabethparkct.org or email cdoty@elizabethparkct.org. Enjoy a day of outdoor fun with your canine companion at this lovely park in Connecticut.

Christina's Private Dog Park In Avon with water access!

A little over a half acre of unfenced in yard. Our property includes roaring brook that runs through the back - my dogs love swimming there! We also have a public trail that runs through our yard and our neighbors on the street (not really maintained but walkable for sure- we call it bear highway since that’s all we see using it.) We also have a playground available for dogs & kids alike. We also added a covered gazebo for additional seating or shade. We do have a kiddie pool we can fill and leave out as well. We also have a smaller fenced in area in our middle lot where our dogs do not play and do not have access to. There are chairs there to sit if you need and a fire pit! Our property is set back from the road quite a bit. You come down the long driveway and you would park in front of our skeleton where the driveway turns from rock to pavement. You are welcome to pull down as far as you want to the water by the tree line. We have doggie poop bags by the garage and you can throw any trash in the green bin by the road (it’s bear proof so anything is fine!). We hope to host you soon :) Ps: our ‘lovely’ neighbor recently put up a white fence in the lower lot- please do not cross that. You are welcome to walk the path the other way though! ;)

Hamilton Park

Hamilton Park in Waterbury, Connecticut is a popular dog park featuring agility equipment, dog drinking water, a lake or pond for swimming, and a spacious field for dogs to run and play. The park is open from 1-6:45 PM every day of the week. For more information, visit waterburyct.org or contact them at 203-574-8295 or email watersewercustserv@waterburyct.org.

Park hours: 1–6:45 PM 7 days per Week

Linden Park

Linden Park in Naugatuck, Connecticut is a dog-friendly park with amenities such as small dog areas, drinking water for dogs, an indoor restroom, and access to a river or stream. The park also features spacious fields and trails for dogs to run and play. Located conveniently before the Bridgeport exit on CT-8, Linden Park provides a relaxing and enjoyable environment for dogs and their owners to enjoy outdoor activities.

Vicky's Downback Private Dog Park

Sarah's Private Dog Park In Monson

Bucolic, parklike grounds for a perfect day out with your dog. Play on the expansive lawn, go for a cooling dip in the spring-fed pond, leap over the stone walls, or explore the secluded woodland streams and trails. The location is convenient for day trips, but the scenery feels like you've discovered a perfect piece of New England nature. Don't miss out! Note: pond had been treated with animal safe due dye and may be drunk and swum in safely!

Southbury Dog Park

The Southbury Dog Park, located at 236 Roxbury Rd in Southbury, Connecticut, offers a variety of amenities including tables, a river, stream or creek, and trails for dogs to enjoy. The park's website is southburydogpark.net and they can be reached by phone at 860-309-8431 or by email at southburydogpark@outlook.com. Visit this park for a fun and interactive experience for your furry friend in a beautiful natural setting.

Three Rivers Field

Three Rivers Field in Woodbury, Connecticut is a picturesque dog park located on Jacks Bridge Rd. The park features a river, stream or creek for dogs to splash around in, as well as scenic trails for leisurely walks. Open from 6:30 AM to 6:30 PM seven days a week, Three Rivers Field is the perfect spot for dog owners to enjoy some quality time with their furry friends in a beautiful natural setting.

Park hours: 6:30 AM–6:30 PM 7 days per Week

Lt Owen Fish Park

Lt Owen Fish Park is a dog-friendly park located at 1443 Stratfield Rd in Fairfield, Connecticut. This park offers amenities such as a small dog area, a lake or pond, a field, and trails for dogs to enjoy. The park is open from 7 AM to 9 PM, seven days a week. For more information, you can contact the park at 203-256-3010.

Park hours: 7 AM–9 PM 7 days per Week

Aspetuck Park Trail

Aspetuck Park Trail in Easton, Connecticut is a popular dog park with amenities such as a small dog friendly area, dog drinking water, tables, a lake or pond, and a trail for dogs to explore. The park is open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, providing plenty of opportunities for both dogs and owners to enjoy outdoor activities and socializing with other pets.

Park hours: Open 24 hours 7 days per Week

Brett Woods Open Space

Brett Woods Open Space in Fairfield, Connecticut offers a serene dog-friendly park with a lake or pond, perfect for dogs to cool off and play. The park also features scenic trails for leisurely walks. Open daily from 6:30 AM to 8 PM, pet owners can enjoy the park with their furry friends at their convenience. For more information, contact the park at 203-256-3000.

Park hours: 6:30 AM–8 PM 7 days per Week

Michael's Fully Fenced Yard For Dogs To Rent In Milford

All Tuckered Out Park of Griswold

Come on down the long driveway to find 2 kinds of play. A basjet ful of various toys available to Guests may help you decide! Guests may opt for good clean ball playing and strolls around the short grassy knoll....Second option is to trek down into the wooded pasture to find trees,trails,wetlands,and hills. In Spring/ Summer,fresh water for cleaning up,along with fresh drinks and soft towels,kiddie pool and pup snacks!

Kirstin's 8.4 Acre Unfenced with smaller fenced in area Private Dog Park In Cromwell

The 8.4 acres has several ATV trails that make hiking easy for you and your four legged friends. If you decide to go off trail it is wooded but not heavily. There is also a large open area of just grass that give several stream access points. There are several picnic tables and large roofed area with seating and power. There are also several spigots to fill up water bottles and water bowls. Some bowls are provided and cleaned after each use if you would like to use.

Erica's Fully Fenced Yard For Dogs To Rent In Montville

6’ tall fully fenced area with lounge chairs for pet parents, and fresh water replenished before visit if possible. A hose is available for refilling water or other animal use. Scoop tools and disposal bucket in corner of fenced area. Please keep dogs leashed upon entering and exiting (between the garage and main house and down a set of rock steps) as there are free-range chickens on the property. A small stream is also accessible (not fenced) behind the fenced area down the hill and you are welcome to use it!

Carole's Private Dog Park In East Moriches

Buddy's Corner, 1 Acre Partially Fenced in Southbury

Welcome to Buddy’s Agility Corner. This is a great spot for practicing AKC Trick Dog Titles as well as Fetch Dog titles. Quick access to the George Waldo State Park for swimming and hiking as well. Come on down and enjoy the course. *Good Recall is A MUST* this is not a fenced in area. * *Due to construction the back of the property plus the wetlands are off-limits*