Can You Take Your Dog Into a National Park in Utah?

Dogs love an outside adventure. Your best friend's excitement over a regular hike can make the whole trip seem special. Can you take your canine pal with you when you visit one of the National Parks in our area? What about the state parks? 

Designated Areas Where Dogs Can Visit 

The National Park Service has a lot of information about bringing a pet with you when you visit. They give you a link with each National Park with information about what is allowed when bringing a dog with you. 

You will want to bring a leash and be prepared to pick anything up left by your good boy. They call it BARK and it is an acronym. This is an explanation from the site: 

Bag your pet's waste.
Always use a leash.
Respect wildlife.
Know where you can go. 

This is the main guide to follow in all the National Parks. There are more specifics for each one like in Zion National Park they do not allow dogs in the water due to cayanotoxins. These toxic blooms can make a dog sick or even kill an animal.  

Many State Parks in Utah Offer Dog Friendly Trails 

VisitUtah.com is a great place to find hikes throughout the state where a dog can join you. Some of these trails are made just for dog owners where you and your buddy can enjoy the amazing scenery. 

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Even if you have hiked a trail many times, to a dog it is always new and exciting. This enthusiasm can be contagious.