Dogs can join you on desert and high-country trails, along the Mogollon Rim, and at the forest's lakes. Leash pets at developed sites and campgrounds, and keep them controlled on open trails.
Keep dogs out of posted swim areas at the forest's lake beaches.
In the low desert, avoid midday summer heat, carry plenty of water, and check ground temperature before hiking 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.
The Tonto spans 2.9 million acres of Arizona, from Sonoran Desert saguaro country up to the pine forests of the Mogollon Rim, and dogs are welcome throughout. The biggest concern here is heat, since desert trails and pavement can quickly become dangerous for paws. Dogs can join you on desert and high-country trails, along the Mogollon Rim, and at the forest's lakes. Leash pets at developed sites and campgrounds, and keep them controlled on open trails.
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.
In the low desert, avoid midday summer heat, carry plenty of water, and check ground temperature before hiking with a dog.
Keep dogs out of posted swim areas at the forest's lake beaches.
Service animals are allowed where pets are not, under the ADA. A leash is still required.