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Dogs in Hovenweep 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 campground at Hovenweep. They must stay on trails and sidewalks and cannot enter the visitor center.

On all park trails and in the campground; pets must stay on trail at all times.
Photo: NPS Photo / Jacob W. Frank · NPS

Where dogs are allowed

On all park trails and in the campground; pets must stay on trail at all times.

Where dogs are banned

Inside the visitor center.

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 Hovenweep National Monument?

Leashed dogs are welcome on the trails and in the campground at Hovenweep. They must stay on trails and sidewalks and cannot enter the visitor center. On all park trails and in the campground; pets must stay on trail at all times.

What is the leash rule at Hovenweep National Monument?

6 feet maximum, at all times.

Are service animals allowed at Hovenweep National Monument?

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