Keep your dog leashed in developed areas such as campgrounds, picnic areas, and trailheads. On general forest and most trails there is no statewide leash law, but your dog must stay under control. This is black and grizzly bear country, so keeping your dog close and secured also helps keep it safe.
December 2025 storm damage closed some roads, trails, and campgrounds, so check alerts before heading out with a dog.
A 6-foot leash is required in developed recreation areas like campgrounds, picnic areas, and trailheads. On the general forest and most trails there is no leash law, but your dog must be under control at all times.
Service animals are allowed where pets are not, under the ADA. A leash is still required.
Dogs are welcome across the 2.3-million-acre Lolo National Forest in western Montana, home to rugged wilderness like the Scapegoat and lakes, wild rivers, and blue-ribbon streams. Keep your dog leashed in developed areas such as campgrounds, picnic areas, and trailheads. On general forest and most trails there is no statewide leash law, but your dog must stay under control. This is black and grizzly bear country, so keeping your dog close and secured also helps keep it safe.
A 6-foot leash is required in developed recreation areas like campgrounds, picnic areas, and trailheads. On the general forest and most trails there is no leash law, but your dog must be under control at all times.
December 2025 storm damage closed some roads, trails, and campgrounds, so check alerts before heading out with a dog.
Service animals are allowed where pets are not, under the ADA. A leash is still required.