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Dogs in Chaco Culture National Historical Park

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

Leashed pets are allowed on the backcountry hiking trails and in the campground, but not inside the archeological sites.

Pets on a leash up to 6 feet are allowed on the Pueblo Alto, Penasco Blanco, South Mesa, and Wijiji trails.
Photo: B Davis · NPS

Where dogs are allowed

Pets on a leash up to 6 feet are allowed on the Pueblo Alto, Penasco Blanco, South Mesa, and Wijiji trails.

Where dogs are banned

Inside the principal Chacoan sites such as Pueblo Bonito, Chetro Ketl, Casa Rinconada, Pueblo del Arroyo, Hungo Pavi, and Una Vida.

Trail by trail

Dogs OKPueblo Alto Trail
Dogs OKPenasco Blanco Trail
Dogs OKSouth Mesa Trail
Dogs OKWijiji Trail

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 Historical Park

Common questions

Can I bring my dog to Chaco Culture National Historical Park?

Leashed pets are allowed on the backcountry hiking trails and in the campground, but not inside the archeological sites. Pets on a leash up to 6 feet are allowed on the Pueblo Alto, Penasco Blanco, South Mesa, and Wijiji trails.

What is the leash rule at Chaco Culture National Historical Park?

6 feet maximum, at all times.

Which trails allow dogs at Chaco Culture National Historical Park?

Leashed dogs are allowed on: Pueblo Alto Trail, Penasco Blanco Trail, South Mesa Trail, Wijiji Trail.

Are service animals allowed at Chaco Culture National Historical Park?

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