Dog Friendly Hiking Trails in Lawson, CO

There are 28 dog-friendly hiking trails within 40 kilometres of Lawson. 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 Lawson.

Devils Thumb Pass and King Lake Trail

Nederland, CO

Devils Thumb Pass and King Lake Trail Devils Thumb Pass and King Lake Trail in Nederland, CO, is a pet-friendly, 14 mile hike in Roosevelt National Forest that will take about 13 hours to complete with Fido. This hike is for those people, and pups, who are in top-notch physical shape. It is best to get an early start off the trailhead at about 8am. Permits are required for overnight stays from Jun 1 through September 15, and leash laws apply all of the time. See Details

Grizzly Gulch Trail

Dillon, CO

Grizzly Gulch Trail Dog-friendly Grizzly Gulch Trail is a 4 mile hike in Arapaho National Forest that will take about 2 hours to complete with Fido. Located near Dillon, CO, both working and abandoned mines surround the trail. As you move along the trail you will see piles of tailings, old derricks, and machinery that go all the way up to the Continental Divide. The most famous mine here is the Josephine Mine at the beginning of the hike. See Details

Herman Gulch Trail

Silver Plume, CO

Herman Gulch Trail Herman Gulch Trail in Silver Plume, CO, is a 6.4-mile, pet-friendly hike in Arapaho National Forest that will take about 5 hours to complete with Fido. The Forest Service requires the use of a leash due to the popularity of this trail. Dogs love it for the many rivulets and streamlet crossings. When you arrive at Herman Lake, feel free to take Fido off the leash for a splash in the frigid water. See Details

Woods Mountain and Mount Machebeuf Trail

Silver Plume, CO

Woods Mountain and Mount Machebeuf Trail Woods Mountain and Mount Machebeuf Trail in Silver Plume, CO, is a 5.3 mile, pet-friendly hike in Arapaho National Forest that will take about 7 hours to complete with Fido. You will have solitude on this steep trail that takes you up to a ridge with incredible views. On the way down enjoy the hike on smooth slopes and old avalanche chutes. Your dog will enjoy how easy the soft tundra is on his paws. See Details

Pettingell Peak Via Hermon Gulch Trailhead

Dillon, CO

Pettingell Peak Via Hermon Gulch Trailhead Pettingell Peak Via Hermon Gulch Trailhead is a dog-friendly hiking route near Dillon, CO. This trail lies within the Arapaho National Forest and is considered a challenging route which will take between 6 and 8 hours to complete with Fido. Leashed dogs are welcome. The route is best traversed from June to September and hikers should begin their ascent early in the day. Changeable weather can move into this area quickly. See Details

Mount Flora Trail

Empire, CO

Mount Flora Trail Mount Flora Trail in Empire, CO, is a 6.2-mile, pet-friendly hike in Arapaho National Forest that will take about 6 hours to complete with Fido. Before departing on this hike you will want to be sure to bring water, as there are not any streams or lakes. You will be above the timberline and at the mercy of the weather. Fido can run free but be sure to keep him from chasing ptarmigans and picas. See Details

Square Top Mountain Trail

Georgetown, CO

Square Top Mountain Trail Located south of Georgetown, CO, Square Top Mountain Trail is a 7 mile dog-friendly hike in Arapaho National Forest that will take about 5 to 6 hours to complete with your leashed dog. You will be above the timberline for the duration of the trail that takes you steadily up an old road and eventually across a grassy tundra. See Details

Mount Wilcox and Otter Mountain Trail

Dillon, CO

Mount Wilcox and Otter Mountain Trail Mount Wilcox and Otter Mountain Trail is a 6.8 mile dog-friendly hike in Arapaho National Forest that will take about 8 hours to complete with Fido. Located near Dillon, CO, this loop hike will take you above the timberline, on a 12,000-foot peak. This hike should only be done early in the day and in good weather. You will definitely want to bring along a topographical map. See Details