Leashed dogs can join walking trails; the auto-tour Wildlife Drive is vehicle-only, so hiking and dog-walking are prohibited there.
Wildlife Drive (auto tour route), closed to walking, hiking, and dogs
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.
Yes, leashed dogs are welcome on Ottawa's trails, though the Wildlife Drive auto-tour route is closed to foot traffic (including dogs). Leashed dogs can join walking trails; the auto-tour Wildlife Drive is vehicle-only, so hiking and dog-walking are prohibited there.
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.
Wildlife Drive (auto tour route), closed to walking, hiking, and dogs
Service animals are allowed where pets are not, under the ADA. A leash is still required.