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Stewart B. McKinney National Wildlife Refuge
733 Old Clinton Rd, Westbrook, CT 06498
National park🪢 Leash required
1,000 acres
⭐ 4.6
320 reviews
Visit the coastal Salt Meadow Unit of Stewart B. McKinney National Wildlife Refuge in Westbrook, a 1,000-acre protected area for birds. Parking and restrooms are on site, but no pets allowed except service dogs. Leave dogs at home to respect wildlife rules.
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- Park
- Stewart B. McKinney National Wildlife Refuge
- Type
- National park
- Location
- Westbrook, Connecticut
- Coordinates
- 41.2758, -72.4503
- Size
- 1,000 acres
- Leash required
- Yes
- Best for
- Casual visits
- Visitor rating
- 4.6 / 5 (320 reviews)
- Vibe Score™
- 6.8 / 10 — Solid
- Last verified
- May 2026 — Dog Parks Hub directory
Amenities
- Shade:No
- Water on-site:No
- Fenced:No
- Off-leash zone:No
- Small-dog area:No
- Benches:No
- Restrooms:Yes
- Parking:Yes
- Waste bags:No
- Indoor:No
Dog Parks Hub Vibe Score™
6.8/ 10
Solid
- · 1,000 acres of room
- · National Park destination
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Dog policy
1,000-acre coastal NWR (Salt Meadow Unit). NO pets allowed on refuge property — service dogs only.
What this park has
- Parking
- Restrooms
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