Dogs must be under the owner's control at all times refuge-wide; leashes are mandatory March 1 through August 31 to protect nesting birds.
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, dogs are welcome, with a seasonal leash rule during the nesting season. Dogs must be under the owner's control at all times refuge-wide; leashes are mandatory March 1 through August 31 to protect nesting birds.
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.