National Monument · AZ

Dogs in Baaj Nwaavjo I'tah Kukveni - Ancestral Footprints of the Grand Canyon National Monument

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

Leashed dogs are welcome on this remote, undeveloped monument north and south of Grand Canyon National Park, which is co-managed by the BLM and Forest Service. Facilities are minimal, so come self-sufficient with water.

Dogs on leash are allowed on the monument's backcountry roads and undeveloped routes. Keep pets close to protect wildlife and pack out waste.

Where dogs are allowed

Dogs on leash are allowed on the monument's backcountry roads and undeveloped routes. Keep pets close to protect wildlife and pack out waste.

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 Monument

Common questions

Can I bring my dog to Baaj Nwaavjo I'tah Kukveni - Ancestral Footprints of the Grand Canyon National Monument?

Leashed dogs are welcome on this remote, undeveloped monument north and south of Grand Canyon National Park, which is co-managed by the BLM and Forest Service. Facilities are minimal, so come self-sufficient with water. Dogs on leash are allowed on the monument's backcountry roads and undeveloped routes. Keep pets close to protect wildlife and pack out waste.

What is the leash rule at Baaj Nwaavjo I'tah Kukveni - Ancestral Footprints of the Grand Canyon National Monument?

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 Baaj Nwaavjo I'tah Kukveni - Ancestral Footprints of the Grand Canyon National Monument?

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