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Dogs in Vicksburg National Military Park

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

Leashed pets are welcome throughout the park, including the tour road and trails, but not in visitor facilities or on the USS Cairo exhibit.

Pets are permitted in the park as long as they are on a leash. Do not deviate from the trails. Pets are not allowed in visitor facilities or on the USS Cairo gunboat exhibit.
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Where dogs are allowed

Pets are permitted in the park as long as they are on a leash. Do not deviate from the trails. Pets are not allowed in visitor facilities or on the USS Cairo gunboat exhibit.

Where dogs are banned

Visitor facilities and the USS Cairo gunboat exhibit (service animals excepted)

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 Military Park

Common questions

Can I bring my dog to Vicksburg National Military Park?

Leashed pets are welcome throughout the park, including the tour road and trails, but not in visitor facilities or on the USS Cairo exhibit. Pets are permitted in the park as long as they are on a leash. Do not deviate from the trails. Pets are not allowed in visitor facilities or on the USS Cairo gunboat exhibit.

What is the leash rule at Vicksburg National Military Park?

6 feet maximum, at all times.

Are service animals allowed at Vicksburg National Military Park?

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