Accessible from the Troy Road neighborhood in East Hanover, is the Troy Meadows Wetlands. Locals and their dogs love being so close to this chunk of wilderness. This 3,100 acre nature preserve is the largest freshwater marsh in New Jersey. Leashed dogs are welcome, but need to be picked up after. From a dirt road that parallels the eastern boundary of the wetlands, you can get access to a boardwalk. The boardwalk continues for two miles into the heart of the marshes. Another option is Patriots Trail, which starts from Troy Road. This wetland nature preserve provides your dog with great opportunities for walking and sniffing along the tall grasses and trees.

In the Southern end of East Hanover, you’ll find the neighborhood of River Road. Locals of River Road have the pleasure of living close to Sommers Park. This small park is friendly to leashed dogs, and features a baseball dugout that often holds little league games. This park provides great opportunities to watch a baseball game, or even just stretch your legs on the grass when there are no games in progress. Bring your dog when you both need to see some green, and you can even listen to the Passaic River rolling by in the distance. If you get hungry, The Flying Meatballs is a restaurant right nearby. They offer high-quality deli fare, and two outdoor dog friendly tables.