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Dogs in Crater Lake National Park

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

A handful of designated trails, plus roads and the Rim Village promenade.

Leashed dogs are allowed on the Lady of the Woods, Godfrey Glen, Annie Spur, and Pacific Crest trails, on Grayback Drive, along the paved Rim Village promenade, and in campgrounds, picnic areas, roads, and parking areas.
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Where dogs are allowed

Leashed dogs are allowed on the Lady of the Woods, Godfrey Glen, Annie Spur, and Pacific Crest trails, on Grayback Drive, along the paved Rim Village promenade, and in campgrounds, picnic areas, roads, and parking areas.

Where dogs are banned

Other trails, including the Cleetwood Cove Trail (the only route down to the lake), and public buildings.

Trail by trail

Dogs OKGodfrey Glen TrailLeashed dogs welcome
Dogs OKLady of the Woods TrailLeashed dogs welcome
Dogs OKPacific Crest TrailLeashed dogs welcome
Dogs OKRim Village PromenadePaved, leashed dogs welcome
No dogsCleetwood Cove TrailNo dogs (only lake access)

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

The surrounding Rogue River-Siskiyou and Fremont-Winema National Forests allow leashed dogs on trails.

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

Common questions

Can I bring my dog to Crater Lake National Park?

A handful of designated trails, plus roads and the Rim Village promenade. Leashed dogs are allowed on the Lady of the Woods, Godfrey Glen, Annie Spur, and Pacific Crest trails, on Grayback Drive, along the paved Rim Village promenade, and in campgrounds, picnic areas, roads, and parking areas.

What is the leash rule at Crater Lake?

6 feet maximum, at all times.

Which trails allow dogs at Crater Lake?

Leashed dogs are allowed on: Godfrey Glen Trail, Lady of the Woods Trail, Pacific Crest Trail, Rim Village Promenade.

Where can I hike with my dog near Crater Lake?

The surrounding Rogue River-Siskiyou and Fremont-Winema National Forests allow leashed dogs on trails.

Are service animals allowed at Crater Lake?

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