Dog-Friendly Activities in Manitou Springs, CO

There are 6 dog-friendly activities in Manitou Springs. 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 Manitou Springs.

Pet Friendly Manitou Cliff Dwellings
Manitou Cliff Dwellings The Manitou Cliff Dwellings is a pet-friendly attraction in Manitou Springs, CO. Discover what it was like to live in the Western United States 800 to 1,000 years ago in the 40-room dwellings built by the Anasazi people. Leashed dogs are also welcome inside the Anasazi Museum located within the Pueblo. The site is open daily but hours vary by season. As long as your dog is leashed, he can go everywhere you can go here. See Details
Pet Friendly D'Vine Wine
D'Vine Wine D'Vine Wine is a dog-friendly boutique winery located in the historic Spa Building in the heart of Manitou Springs, CO. Watch their wine being blended and fermenting while enjoying a wine tasting. Tastings take place every day during normal business hours; no appointment is necessary. Or, you can call to book your own private wine tasting party. The winery also offers a 'Make Your Own Wine' option and custom labels. See Details
Garden of the Gods Trading Post Leashed dogs are welcome at Garden of the Gods Trading Post, a pet-friendly art gallery and gift shop in Manitou Springs, CO. As the oldest and largest gift shop in Colorado, they feature local artists, traditional and contemporary Native American jewelry, Navajo rugs, sand painting and Pueblo pottery. Colorado gifts and souvenirs can also be found. See Details
Miramont Castle Museum Small pets can be carried through the dog-friendly Miramont Castle Museum in Manitou Springs, CO. Larger pets are allowed to enjoy a leashed walk on the grounds of the Victorian Garden at the Castle. Just make sure to clean up after Fido during your visit. See Details
Palmer Red Rock Trail Loop Palmer Red Rock Loop Trail within the Red Rock Canyon Open Space in Manitou Springs is a moderately difficult 5.4-mile loop trail that allows dogs. Enjoy year-round views of Garden of the Gods. The trail is also used by horses and mountain bikes, so be on the lookout. See Details
Manitou Winery Manitou Winery is a pet-friendly attraction located in the historic Manitou Springs Spa Building in Manitou Springs, CO. Visitors can lounge outside with their pups under an umbrella-shaded table on the patio while sipping on a glass of wine. Their menu features red, white and sweet wines, as well as soda and juices. Don't forget to pair your drink with a light snack like artichoke dip, a cheese plate or chocolate truffles. See Details
Fox Run Dog Park Fox Run Dog Park is a grassy space for Fido to play and socialize off-leash in Colorado Springs' Fox Run Regional Park. The park is made up of five fenced-in acres, and features a small dog area and a large dog area, bag dispensers, trash cans, benches, shaded areas and more. Fox Run Dog Park is located inside the Fox Run Regional Park, in the southeast corner, accessible from the main park entrance off of Stella Drive. Dog owners should take the first right and continue straight, south of the active use fields to get to the pet area. See Details
Garden of the Gods Leashed dogs are welcome at Garden of the Gods, a pet-friendly, Registered National Natural Landmark in Colorado Springs, CO. Fido can join you as you hike along the beautiful trails through the red rock formations and enjoy the stunning views and landscape. Pets are also allowed inside the Visitor and Nature Center, but must be kept out of the indoor dining space. Please clean up after Fido during your visit. See Details
Bear Creek Dog Park Bear Creek Dog Park is an incredible, fenced dog park in Colorado Springs for you and Fido to roam. With numerous secure gates around the perimeter, this 25-acre, off-leash dog park is covered in wildflowers, native grasses and wooded areas. Enjoy the winding trails, discover the creek or practice at the agility space. There is a separate, 2-acre small and senior dog section as well. Water is provided (seasonally) and there is a dog wash area for those pups that get a bit muddy in the creek! See Details
Stratton Open Space Fido is welcome to join you in exploring Stratton Open Space, a dog-friendly natural spot in Colorado Springs. This 318-acre open space features beautiful views, miles of hiking trails and a reservoir where pups can play. Please clean up after your dog while visiting. See Details
Red Rock Canyon Open Space Fido is welcome at Red Rock Canyon Open Space, a dog-friendly natural space in Colorado Springs. Leashed pups are welcome on most trails, and the Upper and Lower Dog Loops are designated as off-leash areas (but pease be advised that this is an unfenced space). In the winter, many of the trails make for good cross-country skiing. See Details
Red Leg Brewing Company Red Leg Brewing Company is a dog-friendly brewery in Colorado Springs, CO. Leashed dogs are welcome to join you at a table on the outdoor patio. Pets need to be on the ground at all times. Please note that pets are not permitted on the turf and must be taken off the property for relief. See Details
Mount Cutler Mount Cutler is a dog-friendly hiking trail in Colorado Springs, CO, that is perfect for experienced and inexperienced hikers. The trail boasts excellent mountain views and at the summit you can view Seven Falls. There is a creek where Fido can cool off following the trek. The parking lot can be congested, so arrive early. See Details
Bear Creek Regional Park Set in the rolling foothills of Pikes Peak, Bear Creek Regional Park is a dog-friendly outdoor space in Colorado Springs. While dogs are not allowed on the nature trails, there are plenty of regional trails open to leashed dogs. The Regional Park is 545-acres and features a mix of active and passive recreation such as picnic pavilions, playing fields, hiking opportunities, the El Paso County Veterans Monument, a large dog park and more. See Details
Brass Brewing Company Brass Brewing Company is pet-friendly. Leashed dogs are welcome and celebrated everywhere in this brewery. Located in the heart of downtown Colorado Springs, Brass Brewing Company is a low-key local hangout. Outside food is welcome. See Details
Golden Meadows Dog Park Golden Meadows Dog Park is a great place to hang out with your pup in Woodland Park, CO. Located witin the Meadow Wood Sports Complex, this lovely, fenced dog park is separated into a small and large dog park, equipped with benches, a water station and waste clean-up stations. The park is actually the brainchild of a local girl scout who dreamt of providing her community with a safe place for their dogs to get some exercise and have fun. See Details
Seven Falls Bring Fido to bask in the majesty of Seven Falls, a magnificent series of waterfalls located in a 1,400-foot-wall box canyon in Colorado Springs. Then explore everything else the dog-friendly Seven Falls has to offer. From delectable new dining options—including the exquisite 1859—gift shops, walking and hiking trails. Next to the Falls, a 224-step stairway leads to a system of trails that will take you onto Inspiration Point with a breath-taking view of Colorado Springs and the great plains beyond. Wildlife is everywhere, including hummingbirds, rainbow trout and the rare, waterfall nesting- American Dipper. Seven Falls is located just ten minutes from downtown Colorado Springs via Cheyenne Blvd. Please note that this is a seasonal activity and it is recommended to check the website to confirm opening dates. See Details
Pikes Peak Highway Fido is welcome to join you on an adventure at Pikes Peak Highway, a dog-friendly attraction in Cascade, CO. Enjoy this 14,115-foot mountain at your leisure as you wind up this alpine road. There's no better place to bring a dog or puppy than to Pikes Peak, where there are trails, streams and lots of room to frolic and critters to sniff out! It is strongly recommended that pets remain on a leash to avoid getting lost. However, leashes are not mandatory. It's not very often that a dog would have this kind of opportunity for so many new sniffs, sights and sounds in such a beautiful location. Please note that all highway access is weather permitting. See Details
Cripple Creek & Victor Narrow Gauge Railroad Well-behaved, leashed pets are welcome to enjoy a visit to dog-friendly Cripple Creek & Victor Narrow Gauge Railroad in Cripple Creek, CO. Enjoy a ride aboard a century-old steam locomotive with your pup as you listen to the history of this gold-mining area and snap pictures of the beautiful scenery. This seasonal train runs rain or shine and all cars are open, so be sure that you and Fido dress for the weather. See Details
Red Rocks Trail #708 Fido can join you on a hike at Red Rocks Trail #708, an easy, dog-friendly trail in Woodland Park, CO. Enjoy the walk through ponderosa pines that ends at a photo-worthy sandstone formation. Leashed dogs are welcome along the entire trail, but some sections may be designated as off-leash as well. See Details
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