Dog Friendly Activities in New Mexico

Don’t leave Fido in the hotel room when you’re on vacation. Get out and play! No matter where you’re headed in New Mexico, we can point you towards the nearest off-leash dog park, the most popular dog beach, a really great hiking trail, and lots of other places to play with Fido.

Santa Fe Jeep Tours

Santa Fe, NM

Santa Fe Jeep Tours Santa Fe Jeep Tours is a pet-friendly activity in Santa Fe, NM. This guided one-of-a-kind experience allows you and your pooch to explore Santa Fe and the surrounding desert & mountain ranges. Their Jeep Wranglers will take you from the desert to the mountains and everywhere in-between. The tours include the 4-hour Devil’s Throne, the 3-hour Santa Fe Ski Basin Tour, the 4-hour Cow Creek, and the 6-8-hour Elk Mountain Tour. If you want a mix of desert, canyon, and mountain, the Los Alamos Dome Tour is a perfect blend of all three. Please disclose the breed and weight of your dog(s) when booking and an appropriate fee will be added. See Details

Grants Dog Park

Grants, NM

Grants Dog Park Grants Dog Park (also known as K-9 Community Park) is an off-leash area for Fido to run and play in Grants, NM. It is fully-fenced, covered in grass for fetch, offers shady trees on hot days, and benches for pet owners. See Details

Santa Fe Animal Shelter Dog Park

Santa Fe, NM

Santa Fe Animal Shelter Dog Park Santa Fe Animal Shelter Dog Park is located at the entrance of the shelter's campus in Santa Fe, NM. The large, 7-acre space is open to the public and features separate large and small dog areas. There is also a separate, solo-use space for dogs to release some energy by themselves. Water and waste receptacles are available, just bring Fido's water bowl and waste bags. See Details

Santa Fe Brewing - the Brakeroom

Santa Fe, NM

Santa Fe Brewing - the Brakeroom Santa Fe Brewing's dog-friendly location on Galisteo Street called he Brakeroom welcomes Fido to join you in the tasting room or on the heated patio. The beer on offer is brewed in the nearby brewery and often changes, giving visitors a new taste regularly. See Details

City of Carlsbad Dog Park

Carlsbad, NM

City of Carlsbad Dog Park The City of Carlsbad Dog Park is a great place to take Fido to run and play off leash in Carlsbad, NM. The park is located inside of Bataan Recreation Area and includes two separate area for large and small dogs. Amenities include double-gated entry, benches, a shelter, waste stations, and lights for nighttime play. See Details

Burn Lake Dog Park

Las Cruces, NM

Burn Lake Dog Park Burn Lake Dog Park in Las Cruces, NM offers canine visitors 6,775 square-feet of fenced space to let loose and everything they need for a fun day, including shade structures to beat the heat, water fountains, obstacles and trees. There are also benches for owners to watch all the action from. See Details

Catwalk Recreation Area

Glenwood, NM

Catwalk Recreation Area Catwalk Recreation Area in Glenwood, NM, is pet friendly. Located within Gila National Forest, this public area contains five miles of boardwalk to explore that cut through an old mill area. Walk through the rocks with your leashed pup by your side and admire the natural beauty of the once popular gold mining area. Be sure to check the Area Status on the website before your trip. See Details

Magical Old Town: Past and Present

Albuquerque, NM

Magical Old Town: Past and Present 'Magical Old Town: Past and Present' is a pet-friendly Airbnb Experience hosted by Greg. You and your pooch will be invited to the host's home where you will be served coffee, tea and biscochitos and talk about the history and life of the plaza during the Spanish, Mexican and American colonial periods.Your host will then take you on guided walk through the plaza where you will get to see the architecture, hear local lore, talk with residents and discover other points of interest. Please note that someone in your party may need to wait outside at stops that visit the inside of a building where dogs are not allowed. The experience lasts 2 hours and can accommodate up to 10 guests ages 13 and up. Parents may also bring children under 2 years of age. Rates start at $40 per person. See Details

Cottonwood Mall

Albuquerque, NM

Cottonwood Mall Cottonwood Mall is a popular, pet-friendly shopping mall in Albuquerque, NM, home to 135 different stores, many of which allow dogs. Make sure you check on the door for the indication that dogs are welcome before entering with Fido. There are comfort stations throughout the mall, so you can clean up any mess that your pup leaves behind. The mall is also home to a dog park. The premium dog park at is located in the NE 'barking' lot across from Taco Cabana. The park features agility courses and areas for small or large dogs in addition to single dog runs. See Details

Paseo del Bosque Trail

Albuquerque, NM

Paseo del Bosque Trail The Paseo del Bosque Trail is a multi-use trail that's a great place to walk Fido in Albuquerque! The map below shows a parking area with convenient access to the Paseo del Bosque 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. See Details

Woof Bowl Dog Park

Roswell, NM

Woof Bowl Dog Park Woof Bowl Dog Park in Roswell, NM, offers both small and large dog areas, plenty of shade trees, and water fountains for dogs and their owners. The park is located next to Wool Bowl Football Stadium. See Details

City of Gallup Dog Park

Gallup, NM

City of Gallup Dog Park The City of Gallup Dog Park is an off-leash dog park in Gallup, NM, not far from I-40. Perfect for long distance travelers with pets - this is a great place for dog and human alike to stretch their legs after/during a long trip. Two separate areas, one for small dogs, one for large dogs. The large dog enclosure has a walking path all the way around. Waste bags and a water fountain are provided. See Details

Rio Vista Park

Rio Rancho, NM

Rio Vista Park Dogs are welcome to join their humans at Rio Vista Park in Rio Rancho, NM. The dog-friendly park features basketball courts, BBQ grills, a skate park, picnic tables, a playground, shade structures, and a walking path. Dogs are permitted off leash in the on site dog park but must be leashed at all times in all other areas of the park. See Details

Cabezon Park

Rio Rancho, NM

Cabezon Park Leashed dogs are welcome to enjoy Cabezon Park with their humans in Rio Rancho, NM. Features include BBQ grills, picnic tables, playground, a walking path, and 13 acres of space to enjoy. See Details

Soledad Canyon Loop

Las Cruces, NM

Soledad Canyon Loop Soledad Canyon Loop is a 3.4-mile hiking trail located in Las Cruces, NM that features a waterfall and is good for all skill levels. The trail is primarily used for hiking, trail running, horses, and mountain biking and is accessible year-round. Leashed dogs are allowed on the trail. See Details

Ouray Dog Park

Albuquerque, NM

Ouray Dog Park Ouray Dog Park is an off-leash designated dog area in Albuquerque, NM. The park is fully-fenced with double-gated entry. Additional amenities include benches, shelters, waste stations, and water access. Just bring your own water bowl. See Details

Hillcrest Dog Park

Clovis, NM

Hillcrest Dog Park Hillcrest Dog Park in Clovis, NM, has two fenced in off-leash dog parks, one for smaller dogs and one for larger dogs. The larger dog area has a lot more space for ball throwing and chasing, which the smaller dog area has trees. Both dog areas have three or more fake fire hydrants for dogs to use, as well as public spigots for filling up water dishes. The city has many rules posted, most important being that all dogs must have a current city license and be current on all vaccinations. Dogs younger than 4 months are not allowed. See Details

Desert Dogs Brewery & Cidery Taproom

Santa Fe, NM

Desert Dogs Brewery & Cidery Taproom Desert Dogs Brewery and Cidery is a dog-friendly taproom in downtown Santa Fe, NM. With 21 taps, Desert Dogs specializes in brewing delicious brews and ciders and also offers some of New Mexico's best beers from other local breweries. Fido is welcome inside. Street tacos are available to order, and Fido will enjoy dipped peanut butter Milk Bones. See Details

Tall Pines Beer and Wine Garden

Alamogordo, NM

Tall Pines Beer and Wine Garden Tall Pines Beer and Wine Garden is a dog friendly establishment in Midtown Ruidoso's in Alamogordo, NM. It features a lounge and huge outdoor patio with two firepits, and heated glass tables with cozy indoor seating. This beer and wine garden does not serve food but you can sometimes find a food truck on site. See Details

Noisy Water Winery (The Cellar Uncorked)

Ruidoso, NM

Noisy Water Winery (The Cellar Uncorked) Noisy Water Winery (The Cellar Uncorked) is a pet-friendly spot in Ruidoso, NM. This winery is operated by 5th generation farmers and they take pride in the wine that they produce. You and your pooch can share some cheese, while you enjoy reds, whites, sparkling, and other wines that are produced in the winery. See Details