Dogs are allowed on Wildlife Drive, the Indigo Trail, and the Bailey Tract with a leash no longer than 6 ft.
Areas outside Wildlife Drive, Indigo Trail, and the Bailey Tract
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 are allowed where pets are not, under the ADA. A leash is still required.
Leashed dogs can join you on part of Ding Darling, but not the whole refuge. Dogs are allowed on Wildlife Drive, the Indigo Trail, and the Bailey Tract with a leash no longer than 6 ft.
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.
Areas outside Wildlife Drive, Indigo Trail, and the Bailey Tract
Service animals are allowed where pets are not, under the ADA. A leash is still required.