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Dogs in William Howard Taft National Historic Site

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

Leashed pets are welcome on all park grounds and trails, but not inside any buildings.

Pets are allowed on trails and park grounds, including the parking lot, as long as they stay leashed. They cannot enter park buildings.
Photo: NPS / Tom Engberg · NPS

Where dogs are allowed

Pets are allowed on trails and park grounds, including the parking lot, as long as they stay leashed. They cannot enter park buildings.

Where dogs are banned

inside any park buildings or structures

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 Historic Site

Common questions

Can I bring my dog to William Howard Taft National Historic Site?

Leashed pets are welcome on all park grounds and trails, but not inside any buildings. Pets are allowed on trails and park grounds, including the parking lot, as long as they stay leashed. They cannot enter park buildings.

What is the leash rule at William Howard Taft National Historic Site?

6 feet maximum, at all times.

Are service animals allowed at William Howard Taft National Historic Site?

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