Smith Professional Agricultural Fields - Northampton, MA
Smith Professional Agricultural Fields Dog Park in Northampton, Massachusetts
Located in the heart of Northampton, MA, Smith Professional Agricultural Fields is a beloved community destination offering expansive, pet-friendly trails and scenic landscapes. Known for its diverse terrain, this dog park features everything from grassy fields and wildflower meadows to wooded paths and sandy riverbanks, all accessible for dog owners seeking a stellar outdoor experience. The park is especially popular for dog-friendly hiking loops ranging from 0.5 to 2 miles, with multiple access points to the beautiful Mill River.
This dog park stands out for its off-leash policy, allowing dogs to socialize and explore freely on designated trails and fields. Owners appreciate the availability of free dog poop bags and trash bins, making it easy to keep the space clean. With its vibrant, year-round community and stunning natural environment, Smith Professional Agricultural Fields is recognized as one of the best spots for dogs and their owners in Western Massachusetts.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Are dogs allowed off-leash at this park? Yes, dogs are allowed off-leash throughout the designated park areas and trails.
- Are poop bags or waste stations provided? Yes, free dog poop bags and a trash bin for waste disposal are available.
- Is there a swimming area or pond for dogs? Yes, dogs have access to the Mill River, which runs through the park and offers spots for swimming.
- Are there walking or hiking trails connected to the park? Yes, there are several hiking loops ranging from 0.5 to 2 miles.
- Is the park open year-round? Yes, the park is open year-round, though dogs are prohibited on Tuesday evenings during cross-country races in warmer months.
- Is there a fee or membership required to enter? No, the park is free to use.
- How busy does the park get on weekends? The park is popular and frequently visited, especially on weekends, making it great for dog socialization.
- Are there other dog parks or trails nearby? The other side of the river connects to Smith Campus, where dogs are also commonly seen on trails.
Reviews
This is my favorite place to bring my dog. 💖
This is my favorite place to bring my dog. 💖
This is my favorite place to bring my dog. 💖
Such a wonderful place to hike with my dog! They allow off leash as well. A beautiful river runs through it as well! Scenery is diverse and all gorgeous, fields of grass, corn fields, open fields of wild flowers, beaches, wooded trails and other terrain as well. Frisbee nets and running is popular there as well! It’s free and they provide dog poop bags and a trash to get rid of dog waste as well which is a HUGE bonus!
Such a wonderful place to hike with my dog! They allow off leash as well. A beautiful river runs through it as well! Scenery is diverse and all gorgeous, fields of grass, corn fields, open fields of wild flowers, beaches, wooded trails and other terrain as well. Frisbee nets and running is popular there as well! It’s free and they provide dog poop bags and a trash to get rid of dog waste as well which is a HUGE bonus!
Such a wonderful place to hike with my dog! They allow off leash as well. A beautiful river runs through it as well! Scenery is diverse and all gorgeous, fields of grass, corn fields, open fields of wild flowers, beaches, wooded trails and other terrain as well. Frisbee nets and running is popular there as well! It’s free and they provide dog poop bags and a trash to get rid of dog waste as well which is a HUGE bonus!
These trails are used as the local off-leash dog park. It’s a great community asset, with almost uniformly friendly dogs and people. Several different loops are possible, ranging from 0.5 to 2 miles, with many access points to the Mill River.
(Note: On Tuesday evenings during warmer, sunnier months, the dogs are prohibited because the trails are used for cross-country running races.)
These trails are used as the local off-leash dog park. It’s a great community asset, with almost uniformly friendly dogs and people. Several different loops are possible, ranging from 0.5 to 2 miles, with many access points to the Mill River.
(Note: On Tuesday evenings during warmer, sunnier months, the dogs are prohibited because the trails are used for cross-country running races.)
These trails are used as the local off-leash dog park. It’s a great community asset, with almost uniformly friendly dogs and people. Several different loops are possible, ranging from 0.5 to 2 miles, with many access points to the Mill River.
(Note: On Tuesday evenings during warmer, sunnier months, the dogs are prohibited because the trails are used for cross-country running races.)
It’s one of the best dog parks I’ve ever been to. Great trails and fields where dogs can go off leash. Access to water as well. If you don’t like off-leash dogs, don’t come here as most are off-leash and friendly.