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Dogs in Indiana Dunes National Park

Can I bring my dog, and on which trails?

Dog-friendlyLeash: 6 feet maximum, at all times.

Yes, mostly. Leashed dogs can hike nearly every trail and all the beaches.

Almost all trails, including the Pinhook Upland Trail, plus every beach year-round.

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Where dogs are allowed

Almost all trails, including the Pinhook Upland Trail, plus every beach year-round.

Where dogs are banned

The Pinhook Bog Trail, the equestrian portion of the Glenwood Dunes trail system, and the West Beach lifeguarded swim area in summer (Memorial Day to Labor Day).

Trail by trail

Dogs OKPinhook Upland TrailLeashed dogs welcome

Dogs OKBeaches (Kemil, Dunbar, etc.)Leashed, year-round

No dogsPinhook Bog TrailClosed to dogs

No dogsGlenwood Dunes (equestrian)Horse portion closed to dogs

No dogsWest Beach swim areaClosed to dogs in summer

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.

Official source

National Park Service

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Last verified 2026-07-09

Park code

INDU

Common questions

Can I bring my dog to Indiana Dunes National Park?

Yes, mostly. Leashed dogs can hike nearly every trail and all the beaches. Almost all trails, including the Pinhook Upland Trail, plus every beach year-round.

What is the leash rule at Indiana Dunes?

6 feet maximum, at all times.

Which trails allow dogs at Indiana Dunes?

Leashed dogs are allowed on: Pinhook Upland Trail, Beaches (Kemil, Dunbar, etc.).

Are service animals allowed at Indiana Dunes?