National Monument · MT

Dogs in Pompeys Pillar National Monument

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

Dogs are welcome on a leash no longer than 6 feet. Waste stations are placed throughout the monument.

Dogs are allowed on the monument grounds on leash. They must wear a collar with current tags.

Where dogs are allowed

Dogs are allowed on the monument grounds on leash. They must wear a collar with current tags.

Where dogs are not allowed

Pets are not allowed in the visitor center or on the boardwalk and stairway up the Pillar.

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 Pompeys Pillar National Monument?

Dogs are welcome on a leash no longer than 6 feet. Waste stations are placed throughout the monument. Dogs are allowed on the monument grounds on leash. They must wear a collar with current tags.

What is the leash rule at Pompeys Pillar 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.

Where are dogs not allowed at Pompeys Pillar National Monument?

Pets are not allowed in the visitor center or on the boardwalk and stairway up the Pillar.

Are service animals allowed at Pompeys Pillar National Monument?

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