Macedonia Brook trails

Dogs on a leash all year

Trails along the brook and up to ridge-top views toward the Catskills. Not in the campground.

Source: CT DEEP, Macedonia Brook State Park. Checked October 29, 2026.

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

Show on the map

Macedonia Brook State Park: the rule in full

Connecticut allows leashed pets in most state parks and forests, but not in buildings, swimming areas or state park campgrounds. At Macedonia Brook: picnic area and hiking trails, yes, on a leash; not in the campground.

Dog walks nearby

• Kent Falls trailDogs on a leash all year

Nearby beaches

• Silver Sands State ParkNo dogs all year
• Sherwood Island State ParkNo dogs from April 15 to September 30. Dogs on a leash the rest of the time
• Hammonasset BeachNo dogs from April 2 to September 29. Dogs on a leash the rest of the time
• Rocky Neck State ParkNo dogs all year
• Harkness Memorial State ParkNo dogs all year