Derby & Ansonia Dog Park

There are fishing ponds, hiking and picnic places, and an environmental center on this big piece of property.

Shelton's rapid growth is balanced by quality open space, recreational opportunities, the preservation of scenic and historic resources, and a healthy environment, according to the Shelton Conservation Commission.

The dog park in Woodbridge is pet-friendly. This park is the area's first off-leash communal dog park, with separate areas for little and large dogs. The park is 1.5 acres in size and fully gated. As time goes on and the park's popularity grows, there are plans to add more amenities.

Milford's Eisenhower Dog Park is a wide, grassy entertainment area. Bring your dog to this dog park, also known as Milford Dog Park, to play off-leash with other dogs.

The West Haven Dog Park welcomes pets. The new larger space, which is located in Veterans Memorial Park, has been lovingly renovated into two separate gated sections.

Abe Stone Park is a Connecticut park with a height of 171 feet. Colony Pond is close by, as is Abe Stone Park.