National Monument · AZ

Dogs in Navajo National Monument

Can I bring my dog, and on which trails?
Limited accessLeash: 6 feet maximum, at all times.

Leashed dogs are allowed on the three self-guided trails only, not on the ranger-led Betatakin or Keet Seel hikes to the cliff dwellings.

Dogs on a leash of six feet or less are allowed on the three self-guided hiking trails, plus the parking lots and campground.
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Where dogs are allowed

Dogs on a leash of six feet or less are allowed on the three self-guided hiking trails, plus the parking lots and campground.

Where dogs are banned

The Betatakin and Keet Seel guided hikes.

Trail by trail

Dogs OKSelf-guided trailsLeashed dogs allowed on the three self-guided trails
No dogsBetatakin hikeRanger-led hike, no pets
No dogsKeet Seel hikeBackcountry ranger-led hike, no pets

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 Navajo National Monument?

Leashed dogs are allowed on the three self-guided trails only, not on the ranger-led Betatakin or Keet Seel hikes to the cliff dwellings. Dogs on a leash of six feet or less are allowed on the three self-guided hiking trails, plus the parking lots and campground.

What is the leash rule at Navajo National Monument?

6 feet maximum, at all times.

Which trails allow dogs at Navajo National Monument?

Leashed dogs are allowed on: Self-guided trails.

Are service animals allowed at Navajo National Monument?

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