Dog walking in Trumbull

Rock Raymond

Rock Raymond is a neighborhood on the northern side of the city, and one of the largest communities. The area provides residents with the Tashua Recreation Area, a large golf course and extra 20-acres of land for extra activities. There are lighted and enclosed tennis courts and basketball courts, a baseball diamond, children's playground, and a trail that runs around the golf course through open fields and shaded forests. Dogs are welcome in the park while on a leash, and can enjoy the trail or a safe play time in the enclosed tennis courts, with access to water fountains, trash bins, and benches.

Long Hill

The area that makes up Trumbull is pretty hilly, especially around the neighborhood of Long Hill. The Rail-Trail cuts through the neighborhood and connects to the Parlor Rock Park, a stopping point for hikers to rest and relax in the shaded sitting and picnic areas provided by the park. There are water fountains and trash bins, and a larger open space for play for leashed pups. To the north is the Great Oak Park, a larger protected area of undeveloped land with over 69 acres. This park has nature trails for human and dog hikers, with a leash restriction of 8 feet or shorter. Remember to stock up on water and clean-up bags before starting your journey.

Trumbull Center

The Trumbull Center is naturally in the center of town, but still has lots of areas of protected spaces and parks for Fido. The Island Brook Park is one of these areas, with 27 acres available to hikers. There's also a wildlife pond, ballfield complex, tennis and basketball courts, and an open area for play. Dogs must remain on a leash, and have access to water fountains, benches, and trash bins. The Pequonnock River Valley State Park is another stop along the Rail-Trail system in town, with an extra 30 acres of state protected land with shaded sitting areas, benches, and wooden boardwalks that travel the granite-carved area. Remember to leash your pup before you head out, and bring plenty of water!

Nichols

The neighborhood of Nichols is in the southeastern of the city , and consists of lots of open areas and residential homes. For such an urban neighborhood, there is also an urban dog-friendly park known as Unity Park. This park spans 35 acres that feature tennis courts, a sledding hill, paved paths and multiple recreational fields for ball play. Fido will also have fun playing ball, either in the open areas or unoccupied ballfields, and can enjoy access to water fountains, benches, and clean-up stations. The Abraham Nichols Park is also dog-friendly, and provides long paved walkways with lots of wildflowers and planted flowers, providing plenty of one-on-one time with your pooch.