National Wildlife Refuge · MN

Dogs at Agassiz National Wildlife Refuge

Can I bring my dog, and on which trails?
Limited access

Only on three trails, leashed dogs are restricted to Agassiz's three designated hiking trails.

Dogs are permitted, leashed, only on the refuge's three designated hiking trails; other refuge areas are off-limits to pets.

Where dogs are allowed

Dogs are permitted, leashed, only on the refuge's three designated hiking trails; other refuge areas are off-limits to pets.

Where dogs are not allowed

All refuge areas outside the three designated hiking trails

Leash and pet rule

Pets must be leashed at all times on a national wildlife refuge, and are usually limited to designated trails, roads, and public-use areas. Many refuges close sensitive habitat to pets to protect wildlife, so check the refuge page before you go.

Service animals

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

Official source
U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service
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Last verified 2026-07-09

Common questions

Can I bring my dog to Agassiz National Wildlife Refuge?

Only on three trails, leashed dogs are restricted to Agassiz's three designated hiking trails. Dogs are permitted, leashed, only on the refuge's three designated hiking trails; other refuge areas are off-limits to pets.

What is the leash rule at Agassiz National Wildlife Refuge?

Pets must be leashed at all times on a national wildlife refuge, and are usually limited to designated trails, roads, and public-use areas. Many refuges close sensitive habitat to pets to protect wildlife, so check the refuge page before you go.

Where are dogs not allowed at Agassiz National Wildlife Refuge?

All refuge areas outside the three designated hiking trails

Are service animals allowed at Agassiz National Wildlife Refuge?

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