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Dogs at Devil's Lake State Park

Can I bring my dog, and on which trails?
Limited access

Mostly, leashed dogs can hike most trails and roads at Devil's Lake, but not the marked nature trails or beaches.

Dogs are allowed on the park's main hiking trails (including the East Bluff Trail), campgrounds, and roads; excluded from beaches, picnic areas, and marked nature trails.

Where dogs are allowed

Dogs are allowed on the park's main hiking trails (including the East Bluff Trail), campgrounds, and roads; excluded from beaches, picnic areas, and marked nature trails.

Where dogs are not allowed

Marked nature trails, beaches, picnic areas/shelters, playgrounds, buildings, and nearby Parfrey's Glen State Natural Area.

Good to know

8-foot leash max; the park has a designated on-leash pet swim area near the north shore boat launch and an off-leash pet swim area near the south shore boat launch.

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 Devil's Lake State Park?

Mostly, leashed dogs can hike most trails and roads at Devil's Lake, but not the marked nature trails or beaches. Dogs are allowed on the park's main hiking trails (including the East Bluff Trail), campgrounds, and roads; excluded from beaches, picnic areas, and marked nature trails.

What is the leash rule at Devil's Lake State Park?

6 feet maximum. Retractable leashes are often not allowed.

Where are dogs not allowed at Devil's Lake State Park?

Marked nature trails, beaches, picnic areas/shelters, playgrounds, buildings, and nearby Parfrey's Glen State Natural Area.

Are service animals allowed at Devil's Lake State Park?

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