Want to Vacation with Your Dog? Check Out These Destinations

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1. Acadia National Park, Maine

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There are a hundred miles of walking trails and 45 miles of carriage roads where dogs are allowed, so there’s plenty of space to explore. Your dog can even join you on the free shuttles that run.

2. Beau’s Dream Dog Park, Lancaster, Pennsylvania

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The park has both large and small dog areas, splash pads, and a tree that launches tennis balls for dogs that love to retrieve. There are also obstacles and tunnels for dogs that enjoy climbing and exploring.

3. Fort De Soto Dog Beach, Tierra Verde, Florida

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But it’s also home to one of the few fenced dog beaches in the country. Dogs can run on the beach and swim off-leash.

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