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Dogs in Fossil Butte 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 trails and in the parking areas at Fossil Butte. They cannot enter the visitor center building.

On park trails and in paved parking areas.
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Where dogs are allowed

On park trails and in paved parking areas.

Where dogs are banned

Inside the visitor center building.

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 Fossil Butte National Monument?

Leashed dogs are welcome on the trails and in the parking areas at Fossil Butte. They cannot enter the visitor center building. On park trails and in paved parking areas.

What is the leash rule at Fossil Butte National Monument?

6 feet maximum, at all times.

Are service animals allowed at Fossil Butte National Monument?

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