Wait, no one has reviewed Lake Mohegan yet? Lake Mohegan is my go-to place for walking my dog. It's probably 2-3 miles around depending on the path you choose.
Once you pass a marked 100 foot point, dogs can run off leash any time of year. This is unlike Fairfield public beaches which limit dog access in the spring and summer months.
It's very scenic and mostly pleasant though the lake can get stinky mid-summer.
Like any woodsy location, watch for ticks and my dog at least tends to find something gross to roll around in on the path. Also coyotes have been spotted here, though never by me.
Free, new poop bags are sometimes available in the dispenser at the entrance. Otherwise, try the wooden box in the announcement board directly behind you. People leave plastic bags there as well. The park has multiple trash/recycling locations throughout.
Pet peeves, no pun intended, are people who don't pick up poop on the trail, people who litter and graffiti. Except that one sign on the rock before the falls that says NYC with an arrow.
Keep walking and you'll reach the falls. Always picturesque here.
PS Please don't swim or let kids swim in areas other than the beach at the front entrance. It's not safe. The "beach" requires a town sticker or you may be able to pay for the day. Swimming in lakes = not my thing. There's also a small water works area for little kids to run through sprinklers. read more