Pet-friendly road trip

New York to Salem with your dog

Distance

235 mi

Driving

4.5 hrs

Dog breaks

About 4

The I-95, I-84 and I-90 run from New York to Salem is 235 miles. With a dog in the back, plan a 15-minute walk every two to three hours and book a room that takes pets before you leave, so you are not searching at 10 pm.

Dog-friendly places to sleep

Turn on the pet-friendly filter on the booking page and check the pet fee before you book.

• Stays in Hartford
• Stays in Boston
• Stays in Salem

Pet rules at Salem

Check local leash rules at the trailhead.

Packing list for the dog

• Water bowl and a gallon of water, plus their usual food
• Crate or seat-belt harness for the whole drive
• Vaccination records, especially for border crossings
• Leash, waste bags and a towel for muddy paws
• Never leave a dog in a parked car, even with windows cracked

Along the way

• Salem Witch Trials Memorial
• Haunted Happenings every October
• House of the Seven Gables

Full drive guide for this route