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Dogs in Santa Fe National Historic Trail

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

Pets are allowed on the trail hikes, landmarks, ruts, and historic sites along the Santa Fe National Historic Trail, but not inside museums and visitor centers. This is a long multi-manager trail across five states.

Pets are permitted on the hiking segments of the trail and at outdoor landmarks, wagon rut sites, and historic sites. Museums and visitor centers do not allow pets. Many trail sites are on private, tribal, or state land, so check rules and permission for each site.
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Where dogs are allowed

Pets are permitted on the hiking segments of the trail and at outdoor landmarks, wagon rut sites, and historic sites. Museums and visitor centers do not allow pets. Many trail sites are on private, tribal, or state land, so check rules and permission for each site.

Where dogs are banned

Pets are not allowed inside museums and visitor centers.

Trail by trail

Dogs OKSanta Fe Trail hiking segmentsPets permitted on selected hikes in Missouri, Kansas, Colorado, and New Mexico

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

This is a multi-manager trail spanning about 900 miles and five states. Rules can vary by site, so check with each location before visiting.

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

Common questions

Can I bring my dog to Santa Fe National Historic Trail?

Pets are allowed on the trail hikes, landmarks, ruts, and historic sites along the Santa Fe National Historic Trail, but not inside museums and visitor centers. This is a long multi-manager trail across five states. Pets are permitted on the hiking segments of the trail and at outdoor landmarks, wagon rut sites, and historic sites. Museums and visitor centers do not allow pets. Many trail sites are on private, tribal, or state land, so check rules and permission for each site.

What is the leash rule at Santa Fe National Historic Trail?

6 feet maximum, at all times.

Which trails allow dogs at Santa Fe National Historic Trail?

Leashed dogs are allowed on: Santa Fe Trail hiking segments.

Where can I hike with my dog near Santa Fe National Historic Trail?

This is a multi-manager trail spanning about 900 miles and five states. Rules can vary by site, so check with each location before visiting.

Are service animals allowed at Santa Fe National Historic Trail?

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