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Dogs in Canyonlands National Park

Can I bring my dog, and on which trails?
Banned on trailsLeash: 6 feet maximum, at all times.

No. Dogs are banned from Canyonlands' trails, overlooks, and backcountry.

Leashed dogs are allowed only along front-country roads and parking areas, and in the front-country campgrounds and picnic areas. They can't go on any trail, off-trail, to overlooks, or into the backcountry.
Photo: NPS/Neal Herbert · NPS

Where dogs are allowed

Leashed dogs are allowed only along front-country roads and parking areas, and in the front-country campgrounds and picnic areas. They can't go on any trail, off-trail, to overlooks, or into the backcountry.

Where dogs are banned

All hiking trails, off-trail areas, every overlook, the backcountry, and park buildings.

Leash rule

6 feet maximum, at all times.

Service animals

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

Where to go instead

BLM land around Moab and Dead Horse Point State Park allow leashed dogs on trails.

Official source
National Park Service
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Last verified 2026-07-09
Park code
CANY

Common questions

Can I bring my dog to Canyonlands National Park?

No. Dogs are banned from Canyonlands' trails, overlooks, and backcountry. Leashed dogs are allowed only along front-country roads and parking areas, and in the front-country campgrounds and picnic areas. They can't go on any trail, off-trail, to overlooks, or into the backcountry.

What is the leash rule at Canyonlands?

6 feet maximum, at all times.

Where can I hike with my dog near Canyonlands?

BLM land around Moab and Dead Horse Point State Park allow leashed dogs on trails.

Are service animals allowed at Canyonlands?

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