National Monument · NM

Dogs in Rio Grande del Norte National Monument

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

Leashed dogs are welcome. Keep pets on a maximum 6-foot leash with a collar and current tags, and pack out all waste.

Dogs are allowed on leash on monument trails and in the Orilla Verde and Wild Rivers areas.

Where dogs are allowed

Dogs are allowed on leash on monument trails and in the Orilla Verde and Wild Rivers areas.

Where dogs are not allowed

Pets are not allowed on the Big Arsenic Trail or in the springs.

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 Rio Grande del Norte National Monument?

Leashed dogs are welcome. Keep pets on a maximum 6-foot leash with a collar and current tags, and pack out all waste. Dogs are allowed on leash on monument trails and in the Orilla Verde and Wild Rivers areas.

What is the leash rule at Rio Grande del Norte 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 Rio Grande del Norte National Monument?

Pets are not allowed on the Big Arsenic Trail or in the springs.

Are service animals allowed at Rio Grande del Norte National Monument?

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