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NEWBURYPORT Skip - Neburyport Harbor Walk
By Darlene Woodward - Photographer Photography by Darlene Woodward - Pant the Town Photography
I live in Georgetown, Massachusetts and I love my little town! My design studio is here, and we do have some hiking trails that are perfect to photograph dogs. If I’m looking for something close to home but with a bit more “variety”, Newburyport is my “go to” for photo sessions. They have an adorable downtown with dog-friendly shops, a beautiful rail trail with art displayed along the paths, a harbor walk with gorgeous views, and a 450-acre park to easily get lost in! (Yes, I admit, I’ve been lost in Maudslay State Park during a photo session!) I thought I’d share some of the different locations with you in case you might be looking for some local dog-friendly outings to enjoy!
Downtown
Rosie - Just Dogs, Newuburyport
Newburyport is super dog-friendly! Many of the shops have water bowls set up for your pooch and good-mannered pups can browse with you. The city itself makes for some great backdrops, especially the brick buildings. Fall and winter are my favorite seasons with the streets lined with leaves, or even snow! When you hit Pleasant St., be sure to stop in and see Judy at Just Dogs! She will be sure to have a treat ready for your pooch! This is my favorite pet boutique.
Maudslay State Park
Maudslay State Park is one of my favorite trail spots north of Boston. The park features 19th century gardens and plantings, rolling meadows, towering pines, and one of the largest naturally-occurring stands of mountain laurel in Massachusetts. It’s the perfect place for a walk, Downtown Newburyport runs right next to the bike ride or picnic. Just a heads up – there is harbor, which has a lovely, scenic path to walk. a fee to park. For Massachusetts residents it’s There are grassy areas to kick back, and boats just $5, but if you are from out of state it is $20. to watch go by. I’ve done photos here all four seasons of the year, and it’s always a beautiful place! If your dog is easily “distracted”, it’s a big enough acreage where you can hide The walk along Newburyport’s Harbor leads to the Clipper City Rail Trail. Entrance to the path Darlene Woodward is a professional pet photograis close to Michael’s Harborside Restaurant. pher and certified professional dog trainer in the New The Clipper City Rail Trail is part of the “Coastal England, MA, servicing MA, NH and ME. Learn more Trails Coalition,” which is developing in the four about her work at: PantTheTown.com
Harbor Walk
Clipper City Rail Trail
Rosie - Just Dogs, Newuburyport
towns of Amesbury, Newbury, Newburyport, and Salisbury along the Merrimack River and will eventually be a link in the 28-mile Border to Boston Trail. Beautiful art aligns the trails in the form of sculptures, some being interactive for children.
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