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Dog Friendly Hiking Trails in Frederick, CO

There are 20 dog-friendly hiking trails within 20 miles of Frederick. 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 Frederick.

Pet Friendly Chautauqua Park

Chautauqua Park

Chautauqua Park

Chautauqua Park welcomes leashed dogs on the grassy lawn and nearby trails of this beautiful, scenic hiking area in Boulder, CO. This pet-friendly park welcomes you and Fido to enjoy an afternoon picnic or hit the Chautauqua Trail for some exercise and fresh air. Be sure to pack water for you and your pup, and remember to clean up after your pets during your visit.

Pet Friendly Mesa Trail

Mesa Trail

Leashed dogs are welcome to hike Mesa Trail in Boulder, CO. This pet-friendly hike usually takes about 4 hours to complete. You and Fido can explore the many detours and loops through differing terrain including meadows, creeks and springs.

Flatirons Vista and Doudy Draw Trail

Flatirons Vista and Doudy Draw Trail

Leashed dogs are welcome to join you on a hike at Flatirons Vista and Doudy Draw Trail in Boulder, CO. This pet-friendly, 3.7 mile hike takes about 3 hours to complete. This is a gorgeous hike for early spring when the mesa is in full bloom, and a stunning evening hike during the summer when you can watch the sunset behind the mountains.

Roosevelt Community Park

Roosevelt Community Park

Roosevelt Community Park in Longmont, CO, is dog friendly! Leashed dogs are welcome to join their owners for a stroll through the park, which features BBQ stations and picnic areas, parking lots, public art, a playground, shelters, Wi-Fi, and more.

Royal Arch Trail

Royal Arch Trail

Royal Arch Trail is a challenging and heavily trafficked 3.2-mile hike in Boulder, CO, that will take about 4 hours to complete with Fido. You can't get any closer to the vertical face of the Flatirons unless you are a climber, so bring Fido along to enjoy the views and exercise. Dogs must be leashed while on the trail.

Boulder Reservoir

Boulder Reservoir

Boulder Reservoir is a pet-friendly destination in Boulder, CO. Leashed pets are welcome seasonally at this popular recreation area, which includes swimming areas, fishing and wildlife viewing. On the North Side of the lake, dogs can take the short hike from the Open Space parking lot down to the beach and then run for miles. On the South Side of the lake, from Labor Day until mid-May, dogs are allowed to play on the Reservoir’s “people beach." Dogs are prohibited from May 15 through Labor Day.

Barr Lake State Park

Barr Lake State Park

Barr Lake State Park in Brighton, CO, is dog friendly. Pet owners should know that pups aren't permitted in the Wildlife Refuge located within the southern half of the lake, but they can join you on a number of the other trails that surround the lake. Fans of fishing and boating can enjoy the calm waters at this destination, and bird spotters will love it here. There is an entrance fee.

Chautauqua Park

Chautauqua Park

Chautauqua Park, located in Boulder, CO, is a part of a national historical landmark dating back to over 100 years ago in 1898. This pet-friendly recreation area provides access to multiple open-space mountain park trails and hosts tons of grassy areas for kids and pups to run and play. It's also close to the Chautauqua Dining Hall and Auditorium and the Chautauqua Ranger Cottage, which has a playground and tennis courts.

Rocky Mountain Arsenal National Wildlife Refuge Perimeter Trail

Commerce City, CO

Rocky Mountain Arsenal National Wildlife Refuge Perimeter Trail

While pets aren't allowed inside Rocky Mountain Arsenal National Wildlife Refuge in Commerce City, CO, leashed dogs are welcome to stroll along the Perimeter Trail. The path spans 15.97 miles, is located just outside the refuge boundary, and offers different sections of various surfaces for people and their pets to hike. Parking for the trail is available on Gateway Rd.

Green Mountain Summit Loop Trail

Green Mountain Summit Loop Trail

Leashed dogs are welcome at Green Mountain Summit Loop Trail, a pet-friendly trail in Boulder, CO. This 5.3 mile hike that will take about 5 hours to complete with Fido. This strenuous loop, known for its numerous butterflies, is just west of the Flatirons and can be accessed by several trails. It is recommended to bring water along, and to hike this trail earlier in the day to avoid thunderstorms.

South Boulder Peak and Bear Mountain Trail

South Boulder Peak and Bear Mountain Trail

South Boulder Peak and Bear Mountain Trail in Boulder, CO, is a dog-friendly, 5.6 mile hike that generally takes about 6 hours to complete. This challenging hike, which is the highest summit in the area, welcomes leashed pups that will enjoy the mostly shaded trail. This trail tends to be less crowded than other trails in a town that is full of climbers and hikers. Be aware that some scrambling is required to get to the rocky summit, but the views at the top are worth it.

Sand Creek Regional Greenway

Sand Creek Regional Greenway

The Sand Creek Regional Greenway is a dog-friendly, multi-use trail that's a great place to walk Fido in Denver! The map below shows a parking area with convenient access to the Sand Creek Regional Greenway. 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.

River's Edge Natural Area

River's Edge Natural Area

River's Edge Natural Area in Loveland, CO is dog friendly and offers 3.8 miles of trails to explore with Fido. Occupying 163 acres, this area is popular for pedestrian use, fishing access, bicycling, leashed dog-walking, and wildlife viewing. The natural-surface pathways join the Recreation Trail alongside Centennial Park, which follows the Big Thompson River.

Ralston Creek Trail

Ralston Creek Trail

Ralston Creek Trail links picnic areas, playgrounds and several parks along the historic Colorado Gold Rush trail. At over 12 miles, this pet-friendly trail is the longest public trail in Arvada, CO. Fido is welcome to join you for a stroll among picturesque lakes and wildlife habitats, but dogs must remain on a leash.

Twin Lakes Trail

Twin Lakes Trail

Bring Fido hiking on Twin Lakes Trail in Boulder, CO. This easy, pet-friendly double loop trail circles two reservoirs. Dogs must be leashed on the east trail loop, but can be off-leash on the west trail loop.

Bobolink Trail

Leashed dogs are welcome on Bobolink Trail in Boulder, CO. This easy, pet-friendly trail follows a creek and offers distant views of the Flatirons. There are benches and a picnic table available.

1st/2nd Flatiron

1st/2nd Flatiron

Leashed dogs are welcome on to hike the 1st/2nd Flatiron, a pet-friendly trail in Boulder, CO. This popular, moderate out-and-back trail features rocky switchbacks, some light rock scrambling, and views of the city and the Flatirons.

Rattlesnake Gulch Trail

Rattlesnake Gulch Trail

Leashed dogs are welcome on Rattlesnake Gulch Trail, a pet-friendly trail located within Eldorado Canyon State Park in Boulder, CO. This moderate, just over 3.5-mile trail offers spectacular views.

St. Vrain State Park

St. Vrain State Park

St. Vrain State Park is a pet-friendly destination in Firestone, CO. Your leashed pup is welcome to tag along for a peaceful and simple outdoor break. This park is great for anglers, campers, photographers, walkers and bird watchers. Please note there is an entrance fee.

South Platte River Trail Brighton

South Platte River Trail Brighton

Part of the Colorado Front Range Trail, the pet-friendly South Platte River Trail can be accessed at various points along its 30-mile route from Brighton, CO to Englewood with its midpoint located in Denver. Leashed dogs are welcome to enjoy a walk with you on this popular path that follows the South Platte River.

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