Dog Friendly Hiking Trails in Placerville, CO

There are 7 dog-friendly hiking trails within 20 miles of Placerville. 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 Placerville.

Pet Friendly San Miguel River Trail
San Miguel River Trail San Miguel River Trail is a dog-friendly route in Telluride, CO. This 6 mile out-and-back path is an easy route which follows the San Miguel River through the length of town. Leashed dogs are permitted to walk with you and can cool off at number of swimming holes along the pathway. Hikers will find best conditions from March to October, but the trail remains and year-round favorite for locals and visitors alike. See Details
Pet Friendly Jud Wiebe Memorial Trail
Jud Wiebe Memorial Trail Jud Wiebe Memorial Trail is a dog-friendly trail with beautiful views in Telluride, CO. Bring your pooch along this 2.7-mile round-trip hike beginning at the north end of Aspen Street, but make sure he's ready for slopes with a steep incline at high altitudes. Novice four-legged hikers might want to sit this one out. Dog owners are reminded to clean up any mess that is left behind. See Details
Bear Creek Trail One of most popular year-round hikes in Telluride, CO, Bear Creek Trail is dog friendly and guides hikers along a stunning 5.1 mile route to Bear Creek Falls. This out-and-back trail is easy to navigate and should take 2.5 hours to complete with Fido at a leisurely pace. Hikers who choose this route are rewarded with magnificent views of Bear Creek Falls and the town of Telluride. Dogs must be leashed while on this beautiful, well-marked trail. See Details
Bridal Veil Falls Bridal Veil Falls is a pet-friendly destination in Telluride, CO. These spectacular falls are the tallest free-falling waterfalls in Colorado at 325 feet and are topped by a privately owned, historic power plant. You and your leashed pup can enjoy a 2.4 mile out-and-back hike along the single-track trail leading to the bottom of the falls, but be aware that the terrain is rough and there's a hazardous water crossing during spring and early summer. Fido can also visit the top of the falls with you by hiking along road from the parking lot located just past Pandora Mill. See Details
Blue Lakes Trail Blue Lakes Trail is a pet-friendly hike in Telluride, CO. Fido is welcome to join you for some exercise and fresh mountain air on this five-mile round-trip hike with an elevation gain of over 1,800 feet. As a reward, you and Fido will get to enjoy views of stunning lower Blue Lake. See Details
Blaine Basin Blaine Basin is a dog-friendly, low-traffic, 4.5-mile trail located in between Ouray and Ridgway, Colorado that features spectacular views of the north face of Mount Sneffels, Kismet, and Cirque Mountain and beautiful blooming wildflowers in the spring and summer. The trail is primarily used for hiking, walking, camping, horseback riding, and backpacking. Dogs and horses are welcome. The trail should be used from April to October. The Blaine Basin Trail is accessed from the West Dallas trailhead, which shares a trailhead with the Blue Lakes Trail off the East Dallas Road. On Highway 62, going west out of Ridgway, turn left on the East Dallas Creek road and drive 8.8 miles, past Willow Swamp and the National Forest boundary to a locked gate. Park there. To access the Dallas Trail, keep going straight at the point where the Blue Lakes Trail branches off to the right. At 2.1 miles, shortly after making sharp left turn away from the creek, you will find the Blaine trailhead. See Details
Priest Lake Priest Lake is pet-friendly. Located 8 miles south of Telluride, this loop is a great place to hike during summer or snowshoe during winter with your pooch by your side. Although Priest Lake offers 10 kilometers of groomed trails, only the main loop is dog-friendly. Dog owners are reminded to clean up any mess that is left behind. See Details
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