Because every getaway is better with your favorite companion, check out these pet-friendly spots in the Finger Lakes region. From accommodations and restaurants to scenic trails and water adventures, you’ll leave Ontario County feeling like you and your pet just enjoyed the best outing of your lives.
The Best Outdoor Places for Pets
For dogs that love to run, explore, and stroll alongside their humans, Ontario County offers plenty of trails to discover. Ontario County Pathways features a 23-mile rails-to-trails network stretching from downtown Canandaigua (200 Ontario St., Canandaigua, N.Y.) to Phelps/Gorham. For a scenic walk along the water, head to Seneca Lake State Park (1 Lake Front Dr., Geneva, N.Y.), where you can enjoy views of Seneca Lake. Victor’s Hiking Trails (85 E Main St., Victor, N.Y.) offer even more variety, with routes ranging from wooded trails to cross-town paths and sidewalks.
Just minutes away from the Village of Naples, Ontario County Park at Gannet Hill (6475 Gannett Hill Park Dr., Naples, N.Y.) features an elevation of 2,256 feet above sea level, 410 acres of woods and open lands, and 13 miles of hiking trails. For an outing that includes some water for splashing around, Grimes Glen Park (4703 Vine St., Naples, N.Y.) features the Grimes Creek, a wooded trail that is often wet, and two 60-foot-tall waterfalls.
If your pup is more of an aqua-dog, Canandaigua Lake is the place to be. Walk along Kershaw Park (155 Lakeshore Dr., Canandaigua, N.Y.), book a pet-friendly kayak at Canandaigua Sailboard (11 Lakeshore Dr., Canandaigua, N.Y.), or feel the breeze at one of the paddle or boat rentals at Seager Marine (811 S. Main St, Canandaigua, N.Y.). It’s only a matter of time until your pet goes full doggie paddle.
Note: Be sure to check each location's website to verify if there are any updated rules you need to follow before your visit, such as showing proof of vaccination or making reservations in advance.
Pet-Friendly Accommodations
For a peaceful getaway surrounded by nature, Camp in the Woods (3790 Lake to Lake Road, Stanley, N.Y.) is a quiet, pet-friendly campground with nearly 90 campsites to choose from. Pet-friendly hotel options include 41 Lakefront Hotel (41 Lakefront Drive, Geneva, N.Y.), Holiday Inn Express & Suites Rochester-Victor (7502 Main St., Fishers, Victor), and Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Farmington (1299 NY-332, Farmington, N.Y.).
For a resort stay, The Lake House on Canandaigua (770 S Main St., Canandaigua, N.Y.) offers a premier Finger Lakes experience and welcomes dogs weighing up to 25 pounds.
Note: Check out this page to see the full list of pet-friendly lodging options in Ontario County.
Pet-Friendly Craft Beverages & Restaurants
For a wine-tasting experience, Hazlitt Red Cat Cellars (1 Lake Niagara Ln, Naples, N.Y.) welcomes dogs in its outdoor seating areas. During the warmer months, Brewery Ardennes Taproom & Kitchen (570 Snell Rd, Geneva, N.Y.) also offers dog-friendly outdoor seating, making it easy to enjoy a glass of wine while taking in the scenery. Heron Hill Tasting Room at Canandaigua Lake (5323 Seneca Point Road, Canandaigua, N.Y.) is another spot where dogs can join you outdoors and may even enjoy a special treat in the form of a gourmet, bone-shaped biscuit.
If you’re craving a meal, you’ll find plenty of options throughout the county with spots such as Simply Crepes (101 S Main St., Canandaigua, N.Y.), COHO Pizza & Wine Bar (811 S. Main St., Canandaigua, N.Y.), and Brew & Brats at Arbor Hill (6461 BB, NY-64, Naples, N.Y.). For a refreshing drink and a laid-back atmosphere, Star Cider (3365 NY-364, Canandaigua, N.Y.) in Canandaigua welcomes well-behaved, leashed dogs in its outdoor areas.
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