National Battlefield Park · MI

Dogs in River Raisin National Battlefield Park

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

Pets are welcome at River Raisin National Battlefield Park and can be walked on the many trails. The grounds are open from sunrise to sunset.

Leashed pets can walk the park trails, including a 0.6 mile paved loop with historical markers, a 1 mile wood chip trail through the battlefield grounds, and a 4.4 mile paved loop that connects into Sterling State Park as part of the River Raisin Heritage Trail.
Photo: Painting by Tim Kurtz · NPS

Where dogs are allowed

Leashed pets can walk the park trails, including a 0.6 mile paved loop with historical markers, a 1 mile wood chip trail through the battlefield grounds, and a 4.4 mile paved loop that connects into Sterling State Park as part of the River Raisin Heritage Trail.

Where dogs are banned

Only service animals are allowed inside the Visitor Center building.

Trail by trail

Dogs OKRiver Raisin Heritage TrailLeashed pets welcome, 4.4 mile paved loop into Sterling State Park

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.

Where to go instead

The 4.4 mile paved loop runs into Sterling State Park.

Official source
National Park Service
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Last verified 2026-07-09
Designation
National Battlefield Park

Common questions

Can I bring my dog to River Raisin National Battlefield Park?

Pets are welcome at River Raisin National Battlefield Park and can be walked on the many trails. The grounds are open from sunrise to sunset. Leashed pets can walk the park trails, including a 0.6 mile paved loop with historical markers, a 1 mile wood chip trail through the battlefield grounds, and a 4.4 mile paved loop that connects into Sterling State Park as part of the River Raisin Heritage Trail.

What is the leash rule at River Raisin National Battlefield Park?

6 feet maximum, at all times.

Which trails allow dogs at River Raisin National Battlefield Park?

Leashed dogs are allowed on: River Raisin Heritage Trail.

Where can I hike with my dog near River Raisin National Battlefield Park?

The 4.4 mile paved loop runs into Sterling State Park.

Are service animals allowed at River Raisin National Battlefield Park?

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