Dog Friendly Hiking Trails in Fairplay, CO

There’s 1 dog-friendly hiking trail in Fairplay, and 14 more nearby. Use the links below to get an overview of each one, see pictures, print directions, and even read reviews from other dog owners. Coming from out of town? Get a discounted rate on pet friendly hotels in Fairplay.

Pike National Forest

Fairplay, CO

Pike National Forest Fido is welcome to explore scenic Pike National Forest near Fairplay, CO. This pet-friendly national forest is made up of 1,106,604 acres, which offer dog owners sightseeing, hiking, fishing, boating, picnicking, and cross-country skiing opportunities. Dogs must be on a leash while in developed recreation sites, and are not allowed in swimming areas. See Details

McCullough Gulch Trail

Breckenridge, CO

McCullough Gulch Trail McCullough Gulch Trail is a dog-friendly 2.8 mile hike in White River National Forest near Breckenridge, CO, that will take about 2 hours to complete with Fido. Approximately 1.6 miles into this hike you will come across the turquoise Upper Blue Reservoir and the nearby falls. At this point hikers may choose to turn back or continue upward another 1.2 miles above the timberline. Should you decide to continue on this second part of the hike be sure to bring a topographic map and go on a cloudless day. See Details

Crystal Lake Trail

Breckenridge, CO

Crystal Lake Trail Dog-friendly Crystal Lake Trail near Breckenridge, CO is an 8-mile hike in White River National Forest that will take about 8 hours to complete with Fido. If you go in June though September, wildflowers will be in full bloom as you cross the alpine meadow at 10,400 feet, making for a truly beautiful hike. Fido will also appreciate the creek that criss-crosses the trail along the way, providing lots of opportunities for him to cool off along the way. Directions: From I-70 take Exit 203, Frisco/Breckenridge, and travel south on HWY 9 through Frisco and to Breckenridge. Continue 2.3 miles south on HWY 9 past Breckenridge and turn right onto Spruce Creek Rd (County Rd 800). Take left turns at the forks for approximately 1.8 miles until you come to the Spruce Creek Trailhead. If you do not have 4WD you can park at the trailhead and walk up the road OR continue driving and at the first junction turn right onto Crystal Creek Road (FDR 803). This is a 4WD road that will take you to Lower Crystal Lake. Motorized travel is prohibited beyond Lower Crystal Lake. See Details

Boreas Pass Road

Breckenridge, CO

Boreas Pass Road Boreas Pass Road is one of 1600 rail-trails supported by Rails-to-Trails Conservancy, a nonprofit organization that is working to create a nationwide network of trails from former rail lines and connecting corridors. Previously an unused railroad corridor, this "rail-trail" is now a great place to walk Fido in Breckenridge! The map below shows a parking area with convenient access to the Boreas Pass. Rails-to-Trails Conservancy has generously provided map data for this trail to Bring Fido for informational purposes only. For more detailed trail information, please visit See Details

Spruce Creek Trail to Mohawk Lake Trail

Breckenridge, CO

Spruce Creek Trail to Mohawk Lake Trail Spruce Creek Trail to Mohawk Lake Trail is a dog-friendly hiking route near Breckenridge, CO. This 8.4 mile trail offers a variety of scenery as it climbs through lodgepole, spruce and fir forests and eventually to Lower Mohawk Lake. Beyond the lake the trail continues a short distance to Upper Mohawk Lake where you can enjoy views of Mt. Helen and the rugged southern section of the Tenmile Range. See Details

Mayflower Gulch Trail

Copper Mountain, CO

Mayflower Gulch Trail Mayflower Gulch Trail near Copper Mountain, CO is dog friendly. Allow your leashed canine companion to hike alongside you on a trail which leads through a spruce and fir forest before coming out into open alpine terrain at some old mining cabins. At this point you'll be able to view the upper part of Mayflower Gulch. Wildflowers can be seen blooming in the summer months. See Details

Wheeler Lakes Trail

Frisco, CO

Wheeler Lakes Trail Wheeler Lakes Trail is a 6.6 mile is a dog-friendly hike in White River National Forest near Frisco, CO. This out-and-back route crosses the Gore Range Trail and leads hikers through the Eagles Nest Wilderness. Plan to hike between July and October for the very best conditions. Due to the trail passing through a wilderness area, Fido must be kept on a leash. See Details

Scott Gomer Trail and Abyss Lake Trail

Bailey, CO

Scott Gomer Trail and Abyss Lake Trail The Scott Gomer Trail and Abyss Lake Trail is a pet-friendly, 14.6 mile hike in Bailey, CO, that will take about 12 hours to complete with Fido. As you hike northeast on the Scott Gomer trail, towards a tarn known as Abyss Lake, you will pass by bighorn sheep and mountain goats. Wilderness regulations will require you to keep Fido on a leash. See Details

Blue River Recpath

Breckenridge, CO

Blue River Recpath Blue River Recpath is one of 1600 rail-trails supported by Rails-to-Trails Conservancy, a nonprofit organization that is working to create a nationwide network of trails from former rail lines and connecting corridors. Previously an unused railroad corridor, this "rail-trail" is now a great place to walk Fido in Breckenridge! The map below shows a trailhead where you can pick up the Blue River Bikeway. Rails-to-Trails Conservancy has generously provided map data for this trail to Bring Fido for informational purposes only. For more detailed trail information, please visit TrailLink.com. See Details

Uneva Pass Trail

Frisco, CO

Uneva Pass Trail Dog-friendly Uneva Pass Trail is an 18.3-mile out-and-back route near Frisco, CO. Located within White River National Forest, the trail should take 10 hours to complete with Fido. With the exception of wilderness areas, your four-legged hiking companion can run and explore leash-free. See Details

Kenosha Pass Trail

Jefferson, CO

Kenosha Pass Trail Kenosha Pass Trail in Fairplay, CO, is a pet-friendly, 14-mile hike in Pike National Forest that will take about 8 to 9 hours to complete with Fido. This is a very popular trail, and the first 2 miles can be crowded, especially on weekends. The trail is along a section of the Colorado Trail and can easily be made into a backpack trip. See Details

Searle Pass Trail

Frisco, CO

Searle Pass Trail Searle Pass Trail near Firsco, CO is a 15.4 mile dog-friendly hike in White River National Forest that will take about 10 hours to complete with Fido. Your dog is permitted to explore off-leash in some areas, and will delight in the tall grass along this trail. The best time of year for this hike is between June and October. Hikers should carry water and be prepared for changeable weather. See Details

Georgia Pass 4x4 Trail

Breckenridge, CO

Georgia Pass 4x4 Trail Georgia Pass 4x4 Trail in Jefferson, CO, is a 24.2 mile, pet-friendly scenic drive or hike in Pike National Forest. This trail will take you across the tundra, over the Jefferson Trail, past trees bent by the winds, and finally into a spruce forest. The area is open to bikers so be sure to keep Fido on good voice control. The best times to visit this trail are May through October. See Details

Boreas Pass

Como, CO

Boreas Pass The Boreas Pass in Como, CO, is a pet-friendly scenic drive and hiking trail. Previously an unused railroad corridor, this "rail-trail" is now a great place to walk Fido in Como! The drive will be exciting and relatively quick. The route is suitable for low-clearance 2WD cars, although it does get a little bumpy in some areas, for the most part, it’s an easy, high-alpine drive. It summits at 11,481 feet above sea level. See Details

Nordic World Trail

Breckenridge, CO

Nordic World Trail Nordic World Trail is a pet-friendly snow destination in Breckenridge. This 1.2km trails welcomes dogs to join their owners on a ski or snowshoeing adventure in the Colorado countryside. Nordic World Trail is open every day of the week from 9am to 5pm. See Details