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Dogs in Chickasaw National Recreation Area

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

Leashed pets are allowed on about 85 percent of Chickasaw's trails, specifically those west of the Travertine Nature Center.

Pets are allowed on all trails west of the Travertine Nature Center (roughly 85 percent of the trail system), in campgrounds, and in the water at many swimming spots, on a leash no longer than 6 feet.
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Where dogs are allowed

Pets are allowed on all trails west of the Travertine Nature Center (roughly 85 percent of the trail system), in campgrounds, and in the water at many swimming spots, on a leash no longer than 6 feet.

Where dogs are banned

Trails east of the Travertine Nature Center, all buildings including the Travertine Nature Center, and the water at the named waterfalls (Little Niagara, Bear Falls, Garfield Falls, and Panther Falls).

Trail by trail

Dogs OKTrails west of Travertine Nature CenterAbout 85 percent of the trail system is open to leashed pets.
No dogsTrails east of Travertine Nature CenterPets are prohibited.
No dogsNamed waterfalls on Travertine CreekPets may be at picnic areas but not in the water at Little Niagara, Bear Falls, Garfield Falls, or Panther Falls.

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 Recreation Area

Common questions

Can I bring my dog to Chickasaw National Recreation Area?

Leashed pets are allowed on about 85 percent of Chickasaw's trails, specifically those west of the Travertine Nature Center. Pets are allowed on all trails west of the Travertine Nature Center (roughly 85 percent of the trail system), in campgrounds, and in the water at many swimming spots, on a leash no longer than 6 feet.

What is the leash rule at Chickasaw National Recreation Area?

6 feet maximum, at all times.

Which trails allow dogs at Chickasaw National Recreation Area?

Leashed dogs are allowed on: Trails west of Travertine Nature Center.

Are service animals allowed at Chickasaw National Recreation Area?

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