Artists Bluff Trail

Dogs on a leash all year

A short, rocky climb to a ledge above Echo Lake and Franconia Notch. In Franconia Notch, pets are allowed on hiking trails only.

Source: NH State Parks, Visiting with your pets. Checked October 29, 2026.

Follow the signs at the trailhead: parks can close areas to dogs for wildlife.

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NH State Parks: visiting with pets: the rule in full

Many New Hampshire state parks allow pets all year on a leash of 6 feet or less; never leave them unattended. No pets at any time at Monadnock State Park, North Hampton State Beach, Odiorne Point, or Rhododendron State Park (except its parking area and the Little Monadnock Mountain Trail). No pets on beaches, swim areas, picnic areas and pavilions from May 1 to September 30. Crawford Notch, Franconia Notch and Mount Washington state parks allow pets on hiking trails and dog walk areas only. No pets at Mount Sunapee during the arts and crafts festival.

Dog walks nearby

• Arethusa Falls TrailDogs on a leash all year

Nearby beaches

• Wallis Sands State BeachNo dogs from May 1 to September 30. Dogs on a leash the rest of the time
• Pirates Cove BeachNo dogs 9am to 7pm, from Memorial Day weekend to the Saturday after Labor Day. Dogs allowed the rest of the time (local leash laws apply)
• Foss BeachNo dogs 9am to 7pm, from Memorial Day weekend to the Saturday after Labor Day. Dogs allowed the rest of the time (local leash laws apply)
• Jenness State BeachNo dogs from May 1 to September 30. Dogs on a leash the rest of the time
• Sawyer BeachNo dogs 9am to 7pm, from Memorial Day weekend to the Saturday after Labor Day. Dogs allowed the rest of the time (local leash laws apply)