Taking a strong dog to New Hampshire state parks
The answer changes park by park, and beaches are the strictest rule of all.
01Parks that do not allow pets
The New Hampshire State Parks pet-friendly page lists pets as prohibited year-round at Monadnock State Park, North Hampton State Beach, Odiorne Point State Park and Rhododendron State Park (apart from its parking area and the Little Monadnock Mountain Trail). It also lists beaches and designated swim areas as prohibited from May 1 through September 30.
02Park by park
A second second state parks pet page says if a park is not listed, it does not permit pets, and that pets are prohibited at all state beaches, picnic areas and historic sites. A state parks pet information sheet says Bear Brook State Park allows pets in the campground and on the hiking trails only.
03The dog is the test
A park trail with other dogs and hikers is a good place to see whether training holds. Ask any professional to show that outside a training field.
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