National Scenic Area · CA

Dogs in Alabama Hills National Scenic Area

Can I bring my dog, and on which trails?
Dog-friendly

Dogs on leash are welcome among the granite boulders, including the popular Mobius Arch Loop. Note that the nearby Mount Whitney Trail on Forest Service land does not allow dogs, so keep pets on the BLM side.

Leashed dogs are welcome on the scenic area's trails and dirt roads, including Mobius Arch. Bring plenty of water and watch for snakes.

Where dogs are allowed

Leashed dogs are welcome on the scenic area's trails and dirt roads, including Mobius Arch. Bring plenty of water and watch for snakes.

Leash rule

A 6-foot leash is required in developed recreation areas like campgrounds, trailheads, and picnic sites. On most of the open BLM land there is no leash law, but your dog must be under control at all times, and local field offices can set stricter rules.

Service animals

Service animals are allowed where pets are not, under the ADA. A leash is still required.

Official source
Bureau of Land Management
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Last verified 2026-07-09
Designation
National Scenic Area

Common questions

Can I bring my dog to Alabama Hills National Scenic Area?

Dogs on leash are welcome among the granite boulders, including the popular Mobius Arch Loop. Note that the nearby Mount Whitney Trail on Forest Service land does not allow dogs, so keep pets on the BLM side. Leashed dogs are welcome on the scenic area's trails and dirt roads, including Mobius Arch. Bring plenty of water and watch for snakes.

What is the leash rule at Alabama Hills National Scenic Area?

A 6-foot leash is required in developed recreation areas like campgrounds, trailheads, and picnic sites. On most of the open BLM land there is no leash law, but your dog must be under control at all times, and local field offices can set stricter rules.

Are service animals allowed at Alabama Hills National Scenic Area?

Service animals are allowed where pets are not, under the ADA. A leash is still required.