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Dog Friendly Activities in Lawson, CO

There are 40 dog friendly activities within 20 miles of Lawson. 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 Lawson.

Pet Friendly Golden Gate Canyon State Park

Golden Gate Canyon State Park

Golden Gate Canyon State Park

Golden Gate Canyon State Park in Golden, CO, is a dog-friendly scenic area covered in dense forest and rocky peaks. You and Fido will discover over 35 miles of paths through fields and woodlands, including some of the most popular trails: Horseshoe Trail, Snowshoe Hare Trail, and Mule Deer Trail Loop.

Pet Friendly Staunton State Park

Staunton State Park

Staunton State Park

Staunton State Park in Pine, CO, is dog friendly. You'll discover high grassy meadows next to tall granite cliffs that can be as tall as 10,000 feet. This park is home to 25 campsites that can be hiked to, but you need to make a reservation to guarantee a spot for you and Fido. The park is closed for some parts of the year for maintenance, so please call ahead.

Very Nice Brewing Company

Very Nice Brewing Company

Very Nice Brewing Company in Nederland, CO, is dog-friendly! Leashed dogs are welcome to join their beer-loving owners inside. While Very Nice does not serve food, they do encourage guests to bring their own from one of the many cafes nearby. Fido won't go hungry, as Very Nice often sells spent grain dog treats for canine guests. Very Nice Brewing Company's hours vary seasonally, so guests should call ahead or check its website before making the trip.

Elk Meadow Park

Elk Meadow Park

Elk Meadow Park in Evergreen, CO encompasses 107 acres of open space and offers two dog-friendly hiking trails. Take the trail from Elk Meadow Lewis Ridge Trailhead and admire beautiful mountain scenery and herds of elk. Elk Meadow Stagecoach Trailhead, accessible from 32281 Stagecoach Blvd, is best suited to adventurous and experienced hikers. This 4.7-mile hike leads to stunning views from 9,708-foot Bergen Peak. Much of the park is not fenced so Fido should be leashed during your visit.

Winter Park Resort Gondola

Winter Park, CO

Winter Park Resort Gondola

Winter Park Resort Gondola is a dog-friendly activity in Winter Park, CO. Whether you are a resort guest or simply exploring this mountain town for the day, a scenic gondola ride gives you front-row views of the Continental Divide. Once you and Fido reach 10,700 ft, take a short walk to Venture Out Vista and admire stunning mountain peaks. One of the most popular trails at the top of Winter Park Gondola is Lower Roof of the Rockies. This 3.6 mile trail is ideal for all activity levels and leads hikers through a shaded forest and out onto a beautiful meadow with views across Fraser Valley. The gondola operates daily from June to October. Purchase of an Unlimited Activities Pass or Gondola Resort Pass is required.

St. Mary's Glacier Trail

Idaho Springs, CO

St. Mary's Glacier Trail

St. Mary's Glacier Trail is a beautiful, pet-friendly hiking trail in Idaho Springs, CO, with great views from the top. Dogs are welcome but must be on a leash at all times. Within 30 minutes of setting off, you'll be at the top of the glacier enjoying the refreshing lake of St. Mary's. This is a moderate 2.4-mile trail that is highly trafficked by lots of pups.

Silver Dollar and Murray Lakes Trail

Silver Dollar and Murray Lakes Trail

Silver Dollar and Murray Lakes Trail in Dillon, CO, is dog friendly. Bring Fido to venture along this 4.4 mile trail in Arapaho National Forest. This 3-hour hike will take you by over 100 species of wildflowers, a thinning forest, several lakes, and a small creek.

Sniktau Mountain Trail

Sniktau Mountain Trail

Dog-friendly Sniktau Mountain Trail near Dillon, CO is a 4 mile hike in Arapaho National Forest. This out-and-back trail is considered a challenging route which will take 2 to 3 hours to complete with Fido. Dogs must be leashed when accompanying you on the trail.

Watrous Gulch Trail

Silver Plume, CO

Watrous Gulch Trail

Watrous Gulch Trail in Silver Plume, CO, is a 4-mile, pet-friendly hike in Arapaho National Forest that will take about 4 hours to complete with Fido. You and your dog will enjoy this uncrowded trail that takes you through a forest before emerging from the timberline at Watrous Creek. The trail continues on a moderate incline into fields of grass and wildflowers. Leash regulations do apply.

Chihuahua Lake Trail

Chihuahua Lake Trail

Even the biggest of big dogs will love this 6.1 mile hike in the White River National Forest that is named after the mighty Chihuahua. Located near Dillon, CO, this dog-friendly trail is steep, but it also criss-crosses a stream several times so you can catch your breath while Fido cools off. There are also several small ponds along the way, which are a great spot to pause for a picnic.

Three Mile Creek Trail

Three Mile Creek Trail

Three Mile Creek Trail in Bailey, CO, is a 14 mile hike in Pike National Forest that will take about 8 to 9 hours to complete with Fido. This pet-friendly hike is a favorite among owners and dogs alike. Your dog will need to be leashed on this trail that leads through a dense deciduous and conifer forest. The trail also makes several crossings over a shallow stream.

Rosalie Trail

Rosalie Trail in Bailey, CO, is a 12.4 mile hike in Pike National Forest that will take about 9-10 hours to complete with Fido. Most of this pet-friendly trail will lead you through lush, dense forest fed by creeks. There are sections of the trail that will take you above the timberline where afternoon storms can blow in. Fido will have to be leashed as most of the trail is in a wilderness area.

Hideaway Park Brewery

Winter Park, CO

Hideaway Park Brewery

Hideaway Park Brewery is a dog-friendly craft, nano-brewery in Winter Park, CO where Fido is welcome to join you on the outdoor patio or for a tour of the facility. As the owners are history buffs, they've named this brewery after the original settlement in their area of Hideaway Park. Try their Humulus experimental IPA, More Smiles dry hop ale, or Remy Dog pale ale while you're visiting!

Devil’s Thumb Ranch

Devil’s Thumb Ranch

Both guests and day visitors are welcome at dog-friendly Devil Thumb's Ranch in Tabernash, CO, for skijoring in the winter and hiking year-round. With nearly 120 km of trails nestled in the pristine and private Ranch Creek valley at the base of the Continental Divide, Devil's Thumb Ranch is the premier Nordic center for Colorado and North American cross-country skiing. Novices can start the day with a private or group lesson from a friendly instructor. For skijoring, you must bring your own pet, as they don’t have any to adopt for the day. They recommend your dog is in good shape and at least 35 pounds for their own safety. Smaller pups are still welcome to enjoy our dog-friendly trails on a leash. Dogs on leashes are also welcome on dog-friendly hiking trails. Activities fees vary for lodging guests and day visitors.

Fraser River Trail

Winter Park, CO

Fraser River Trail

Dog-friendly Fraser River Trail is a multi-use trail that's a great place to walk Fido in Winter Park, CO! The map below shows a trailhead where you can pick up the Fraser River Trail. 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.

Frazer Meadow Trail

Frazer Meadow Trail

Frazer Meadow Trail in Golden, CO, is a 4.5-mile hike in Golden Gate Canyon State Park that will take about 4 hours to complete with Fido. This pet-friendly park offers twelve trails of varying difficulty from easy to difficult. Enjoy the 14,000 acres of conifer forest, mountain peaks, and meadows. Stop by the visitors center for water, restrooms, park maps, and local fauna and flora exhibits.

Switzerland Trail

Switzerland Trail

The Switzerland Trail 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 Boulder! The map below shows a trailhead where you can pick up the Switzerland Trail. 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.

Mount Evergreen Loop

Mount Evergreen Loop

Fido is welcome to join you on a hike along Mount Evergreen Loop, a dog-friendly trail near Evergreen, CO. This 4 mile trail is a moderately challenging route which should take 2.5 hours to complete. April to November is the best time to hike this trail, and dogs are permitted to be off leash in some areas.

Phoenix Gold Mine

Idaho Springs, CO

Phoenix Gold Mine

Phoenix Gold Mine in Idaho Springs, CO is a pet-friendly attraction for the whole pack to enjoy. Owned and operated by a family of goldminers, Fido will be panting while he’s panning at this fun attraction. Pups are welcome to join guided tours of the mine and can ask resident pups for tips on panning afterwards.

Colorado Mines Peak

Idaho Springs, CO

Colorado Mines Peak

Colorado Mines Peak in Idaho Springs, CO, is a pet-friendly, 3-mile hike in Arapaho National Forest that will take about 2 to 3 hours to complete with Fido. The hike to the peak is fairly short, but the views are spectacular and the trailhead is open year round at Berthoud Pass. Plus, since this is one of the easiest to climb of the 12,000 foot peaks in the Rockies, it's a 'must' for anyone visiting Denver with Fido.

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