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Dogs at ʻĪao Valley State Monument

Can I bring my dog, and on which trails?
No pets allowed

No, pets are not allowed at ʻĪao Valley State Monument except service animals.

Dogs cannot walk the ʻĪao Needle Lookout Trail or Ethnobotanical Loop.

Where dogs are allowed

Dogs cannot walk the ʻĪao Needle Lookout Trail or Ethnobotanical Loop.

Where dogs are not allowed

The entire park.

Good to know

Park has intermittent closures for safety improvements; check current status before visiting.

Leash rule

6 feet maximum. Retractable leashes are often not allowed.

Service animals

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

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Last verified 2026-07-09
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Common questions

Can I bring my dog to ʻĪao Valley State Monument?

No, pets are not allowed at ʻĪao Valley State Monument except service animals. Dogs cannot walk the ʻĪao Needle Lookout Trail or Ethnobotanical Loop.

What is the leash rule at ʻĪao Valley State Monument?

6 feet maximum. Retractable leashes are often not allowed.

Where are dogs not allowed at ʻĪao Valley State Monument?

The entire park.

Are service animals allowed at ʻĪao Valley State Monument?

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