Dog Friendly Hiking Trails in Utah

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If your dog likes to ruff it, bring Fido hiking in Utah. Our dog friendly hiking section includes everything from easy one-hour walks to fantastic overnight trips in Utah that won’t be soon forgotten. Seriously, go take a hike!

Pet Friendly Marj Bonner Dog Park at George Barker River Park
Marj Bonner Dog Park at George Barker River Park Marj Bonner Dog Park at George Barker River Park is an off-leash area in Springdale, UT. Visitors to the park will find several trails, benches, barbecue grills, restrooms, and access to the Virgin River. A footbridge leads to Marj Bonner Dog Park, a native area east of the Virgin River and a designated off-leash space for Fido. Owners should be aware that Marj Bonner Dog Park at George Barker River Park is not a fenced area and Fido must be under voice control. In the summer months visitors should be also be mindful of rattlesnakes. See Details
Pet Friendly Red Cliffs National Conservation Area
Red Cliffs National Conservation Area Red Cliffs National Conservation Area is pet-friendly. Leashed dogs are welcome to join their owners on the 130 miles of non-motorized trails that wind around 45,000 acres of public land. While you're exploring with your pooch, you'll discover views of Pine Valley Mountains and Dixie National Forest, plus access to the communities of Ivins, Santa Clara, St. George, Washington, and Leeds in the surrounding area. Dog owners are reminded to clean up any mess that is left behind to preserve the cleanliness of the park. See Details
Ken's Lake Ken's Lake is a pet-friendly outdoor area with trails and water access in Moab, UT. Enjoy more than three miles of trails with your leashed pup and then cool off in the water of the lake. The rocky scenery is beautiful and well worth visiting for a day. There's a campsite located here, too. Make sure your pooch is under voice control. See Details
Round Valley Trails Fido can join you on Park City, UT's pet-friendly Round Valley trails. This recreation space offers 2,100 acres of rolling, high-desert terrain with over 50 miles of beginner and intermediate tracks on the trail network. Wider, soft-surface, and paved paths are also available for humans and their pups to enjoy. Dogs are permitted off-leash in this area. See Details
North Fork Park Liberty, UT's North Fork Park is pet-friendly. This 2600-acre camping and outdoor gem located in Liberty, Utah on the eastern side of the Wasatch Mountain Range. It is home to camping, Ogden Nordic (Nordic skiing & Snowshoeing), Sweaty Yeti fat bike race, Ropes Course, hiking & biking trails, Fat bike & mountain bike course, equestrian trails, educational outreach programs and the honor of holding an International Dark Sky designation. Dogs are welcome to skijor the 20 miles of groomed cross-country trails. See Details
Arches National Park Located north of Moab in Utah, Arches National Park is famous for being home to more than 200 stunning rock arches and other interesting rock formations. Leashed dogs are welcome, but activities with pets are limited. Dogs are allowed on all park roads, in parking areas, picnic areas and Devils Garden Campground. Unfortunately, dogs aren't welcome at any overlooks, on trails or the visitor center. See Details
Millcreek Canyon Millcreek Canyon is a pet-friendly recreation area in Salt Lake City, UT. Dogs are welcome year-round, and are allowed to be off-leash during odd-numbered days. The area features incredible views of the Wasatch Mountains and stunning canyon scenery. Bring Fido for some play time in Dog Lake, which can be accessed from Upper Big Water Trailhead. See Details
Pa'rus Trail Although dogs are not permitted on many of the trails in Zion National Park, your pup is welcome to join you on the Pa'rus trail in Springdale, UT. This paved out-and-back trail is an easy 3.5-mile round-trip walk. Keep Fido on a leash and clean up after him. This trail is also popular with cyclists, so make sure to watch out for them. See Details
Paria Canyon Wilderness Take Fido on a hike amidst the unforgettable beauty at Paria Canyon Wilderness, part of the Vermilion Cliffs National Monument, in Kanab, UT. Although much of the Vermilion Cliffs area is open to dog-friendly hiking without a permit, if you plan on hiking in the Paria Canyon Permit Area (including Paria Canyon, Wire Pass and Buckskin Gulch), you must purchase a permit prior to your hike, and permits must be obtained in advance. Online permit applications open 4 months prior to hiking dates. Permits are required for each person and each dog. There are no limits on the number of permits given out for day use for the Paria Canyon Wilderness. Dogs must be kept under control at all times and be leashed within Glen Canyon National Recreation Area. Dog waste and dog waste bags must be packed out. See Details
Sugar House Park Leashed dogs are welcome in Sugar House Park in Salt Lake City, UT. This popular neighborhood park is a great place to walk the dog after eating in the surrounding neighborhood on your visit to the pet-friendly city. Amenities include paved walkways, picnic pavilions, a children's playground, and loyts of green space, all centered around a beautiful lake. See Details
Peek-a-Boo Slot Canyon and Spooky Gulch Peek-a-Boo Slot Canyon and Spooky Gulch are dog-friendly trails near the Grand Staircase region in Kanab, UT. They're accessed off a rough dirt road that may be impassible when wet. These trails are only suitable for athletic canines that can handle climbing. Access to Peekaboo requires scrambling down some short cliffs, following cairns as needed, and using handholds and foot cut-outs to get you up into the canyon. Read up on these trails before you make the trek. Note that this area is at risk for flash floods and is home to Great Basin rattlesnakes. See Details
Dead Horse Point State Park Visitor Center Nature Trail The Visitor Center Nature Trail is a pet-friendly trail located inside Dead Horse Point State Park in Moab, UT. Fido is welcome to join you on this paved path, but dogs must remain on a leash. Visitors can enjoy views of the basin, Chimney Rock and the La Sal Mountains. See Details
Dixie National Forest Dixie National Forest in Cedar City, UT welcomes outdoor enthusiasts and their furry friends to explore together. This pet-friendly retreat features an array of activities such as hiking, biking, camping, picnicking and photography, ensuring an unforgettable experience for all visitors. Dogs are required to be on a leash no longer than six feet, and owners are responsible for cleaning up after their animals. See Details
Cedar Breaks National Monument Cedar Breaks National Monument in Brian Head, UT is pet friendly. Dogs must be on a leash under six feet during their visit to the area. Pets are allowed on the sunset and campground trails. These trails run between the Information Center and end at either the campground or Sunset Overlook. Dogs are not allowed on the Spectra/Ramparts Trail, the Alpine Pond Trail or inside the Visitor Center. Pets are allowed on all paved areas, which includes the overlooks located throughout the Monument. See Details
Trailside Park Bring Fido to the pet-friendly Trailside Park in Park City, UT! This 63-acre community park is made up of approximately 17 acres of developed recreational amenities. Facilities include sports fields & courts, a skate park, a bike park, 2 playgrounds, 3 pavilions, a disc golf course, an off-leash trail, and a small dog park with agility obstacles. Kee your pup leashed in the community park areas. See Details
Bonneville Shore Line Bonneville Shore Line in Ogden, UT is dog friendly. There are miles and miles of hiking trails for you and your pet. You must have your dog leashed until you reach BLM land (find a map). The most beautiful mountain hikes in the country are found here. A nice trail is Taylor Canyon. Your pet will have plenty of water from a natural spring. See Details
Neffs Canyon Trail Neffs Canyon Trail is a pet-friendly path in Salt Lake City, UT. At just over six miles, this heavily trafficked out and back trail is located near Salt Lake City and features stunning forest views. Dogs are welcome, although this is a difficult trail so make sure you pack accordingly and prepare well. See Details
Natural Bridges National Monument Natural Bridges National Monument in Lake Powell, UT is pet friendly. Utah's first national monument, you'll discover three natural bridges that you can view from an overlook or from the distance on one of the trails. Make sure dogs are on a leash during their visit, as long as all mess is cleaned up after them. See Details
Little Wild Horse Canyon & Bell Canyon Trailhead Grab Fido's leash and explore one of Utah's most popular slot canyons at Little Wild Horse Canyon & Bell Canyon Trailhead in Green River, UT. The pet-friendly trail follows through impressive rock formations. Dogs must remain on a leash while on the trail. Visitors are encouraged to check the weather prior to departing on a hike as the area is at risk for flash flooding. See Details
Fremont Indian State Park and Museum Discover artifacts, petroglyphs, and pictographs left behind by the Fremont Indians at dog-friendly Fremont Indian State Park in Sevier, UT. During the construction of Interstate 70, the largest known Fremont Indian village was uncovered. Take Fido for a hike on the trails and then camp at nearby Castle Rock Campground or Sam Stowe Campground. Dogs are not permitted in the museum or park buildings. See Details
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