National Monument · CA

Dogs in Mojave Trails National Monument

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

Leashed dogs are welcome across this vast, remote desert monument. Keep pets on a 6-foot leash near developed sites and under close control everywhere else.

Dogs are allowed on the monument's trails and dirt backcountry routes. There are no reliable water sources anywhere out here, so carry plenty of water for your dog.

Where dogs are allowed

Dogs are allowed on the monument's trails and dirt backcountry routes. There are no reliable water sources anywhere out here, so carry plenty of water for your dog.

Seasonal closures

Summer surface and daytime heat can be dangerous for paws and dogs. Hike early morning or stick to the cooler months.

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 Mojave Trails National Monument?

Leashed dogs are welcome across this vast, remote desert monument. Keep pets on a 6-foot leash near developed sites and under close control everywhere else. Dogs are allowed on the monument's trails and dirt backcountry routes. There are no reliable water sources anywhere out here, so carry plenty of water for your dog.

What is the leash rule at Mojave Trails 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 there seasonal closures for dogs at Mojave Trails National Monument?

Summer surface and daytime heat can be dangerous for paws and dogs. Hike early morning or stick to the cooler months.

Are service animals allowed at Mojave Trails National Monument?

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