Leashed dogs are welcome in the main dunefield day-use area, on the Dunes Overlook Trail and the Mosca Pass Trail, at Piñon Flats Campground, along the Medano Pass Primitive Road, and throughout the national preserve.
The dunefield backcountry beyond the first high ridge, off the Dunes Overlook Trail, the Sand Ramp Trail and areas north of Point of No Return, in-park backpacking campsites, and buildings.
Sand can hit 150°F on summer afternoons. Hike the dunes early or late and protect your dog's paws.
6 feet maximum, at all times.
Service animals are allowed where pets are not, under the ADA. A leash is still required.
Yes. Great Sand Dunes is one of the few parks that welcomes leashed dogs across much of it. Leashed dogs are welcome in the main dunefield day-use area, on the Dunes Overlook Trail and the Mosca Pass Trail, at Piñon Flats Campground, along the Medano Pass Primitive Road, and throughout the national preserve.
6 feet maximum, at all times.
Leashed dogs are allowed on: Main dunefield (day use), Dunes Overlook Trail, Mosca Pass Trail.
Sand can hit 150°F on summer afternoons. Hike the dunes early or late and protect your dog's paws.
Service animals are allowed where pets are not, under the ADA. A leash is still required.
