National Monument · VA

Dogs in Booker T Washington National Monument

Can I bring my dog, and on which trails?
Dog-friendlyLeash: 6 feet maximum, at all times.

Leashed dogs are welcome on the monument grounds and on the park trails, including the Jack-O-Lantern Branch Heritage Trail.

Leashed pets are allowed on the monument grounds and on park trails, including the Jack-O-Lantern Branch Heritage Trail.
Photo: NPS Photo/ VIP Bill Tucker · NPS

Where dogs are allowed

Leashed pets are allowed on the monument grounds and on park trails, including the Jack-O-Lantern Branch Heritage Trail.

Where dogs are banned

Not allowed in any park buildings, including the visitor center.

Trail by trail

Dogs OKJack-O-Lantern Branch Heritage TrailLeashed pets permitted

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
Designation
National Monument

Common questions

Can I bring my dog to Booker T Washington National Monument?

Leashed dogs are welcome on the monument grounds and on the park trails, including the Jack-O-Lantern Branch Heritage Trail. Leashed pets are allowed on the monument grounds and on park trails, including the Jack-O-Lantern Branch Heritage Trail.

What is the leash rule at Booker T Washington National Monument?

6 feet maximum, at all times.

Which trails allow dogs at Booker T Washington National Monument?

Leashed dogs are allowed on: Jack-O-Lantern Branch Heritage Trail.

Are service animals allowed at Booker T Washington National Monument?

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