The El Calderon trail and the short visitor center bluff trail are good leashed-dog hikes. Most other routes cross jagged lava that is hard on paws even with booties, so plan around the sandstone areas.
Sharp lava rock is the main hazard for paws year-round. Summer sun on the black rock gets very hot, so hike early and carry water.
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 are allowed where pets are not, under the ADA. A leash is still required.
Leashed dogs are welcome in this New Mexico conservation area of sandstone bluffs and lava fields. Keep pets on a 6-foot leash with current tags and pack out waste. The El Calderon trail and the short visitor center bluff trail are good leashed-dog hikes. Most other routes cross jagged lava that is hard on paws even with booties, so plan around the sandstone areas.
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.
Sharp lava rock is the main hazard for paws year-round. Summer sun on the black rock gets very hot, so hike early and carry water.
Service animals are allowed where pets are not, under the ADA. A leash is still required.