Leashed dogs are welcome on developed trails, including the Observation Trail at Garden of the Gods.
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.
Illinois's only national forest welcomes dogs, though the bluff-top trails at Garden of the Gods make a leash more than a formality. Leashed dogs are welcome on developed trails, including the Observation Trail at Garden of the Gods.
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.