National Wildlife Refuge · MI

Dogs at Shiawassee National Wildlife Refuge

Can I bring my dog, and on which trails?
Banned on trails

No, dogs, horses, and other pets are not allowed anywhere on Shiawassee refuge.

Pets of any kind are prohibited on all refuge trails and the wildlife drive.

Where dogs are allowed

Pets of any kind are prohibited on all refuge trails and the wildlife drive.

Where dogs are not allowed

Entire refuge, trails, wildlife drive, and all public-use areas

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 Shiawassee National Wildlife Refuge?

No, dogs, horses, and other pets are not allowed anywhere on Shiawassee refuge. Pets of any kind are prohibited on all refuge trails and the wildlife drive.

What is the leash rule at Shiawassee 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 Shiawassee National Wildlife Refuge?

Entire refuge, trails, wildlife drive, and all public-use areas

Are service animals allowed at Shiawassee National Wildlife Refuge?

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