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Where Can I Go Hiking with my Dog?
Scott's Question:
Help! Where can I find private or public areas to go hiking with my dog,
preferably in the mountains?
—Scott Kimbrell
Karen's Answer:
Actually, the answer is just about anywhere. True, dogs are banned from
some areas, notably national parks and state parks, as well as many private
lands. But hundreds of areas all over the country are open to dogs,
especially in national forests. All you have to do is select the location
you'd like to hike in and call the agency (you'll find contact information
right here on GORP) that manages the land.
If you do hike with a dog, you should keep it leashed. When your dog
barks a friendly hello, it could terrify someone up the trail, especially if
its greeting is overly exuberant. Dogs also tend to go rushing off after
rabbits, deer, and other wildlife—including bears, which is probably not a
good idea.
In camp, keep your dog under control, too, especially if you are
camped near others. Never let a dog roll around in a spring where other
hikers will be getting their drinking water. Finally, be sure to pay
attention to your dog's feet, especially on hot days or on rocky ground.
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