Dog Friendly Hiking Trails in Slater, CO

When visiting Vail, CO, take some time out of your day to visit the dog-friendly Vail Nature Center. Leashed dogs are welcome to explore the grounds of the Nature Center with you. The Center offers a wide variety of programs and tours. Sometimes the naturalists there will even schedule a special dog hike!

The Jess Weaver Trail, also known as the No Name Trail, is a 6.7 mile, dog-friendly trail near Glenwood Springs, Colorado. Along the side of the No Name Creek, you'll discover features such as waterfalls, old mining sites, cliffs, creeks, and lots of shade. The best time to visit with Fido is between the months of May and October. For the safety of other trail users, including horseback riders, you should keep Fido on their leash while on the trail.

Straight Creek Trail in Dillon, CO, is a 6.7 mile, pet-friendly hike in White River National Forest that will take about 3 hours to complete with Fido. This trail offers soft ground and a creek for Fido to enjoy, and beautiful wildflowers for you. The trail leads up an old wagon road along the creek and is easy to follow.

Fish Creek Falls in Steamboat Springs, CO, is a pet-friendly spot where your furry friend can join you on the ADA-compliant paved path starting from the upper parking lot. You can also enjoy a shorter hike to the lower bridge or a longer trek of five miles to the top, where you can take a refreshing dip in the water. Just be aware that there's a parking fee.

Boreas Pass Road is one of 1600 rail-trails supported by Rails-to-Trails Conservancy, a nonprofit organization that is working to create a nationwide network of trails from former rail lines and connecting corridors. Previously an unused railroad corridor, this "rail-trail" is now a great place to walk Fido in Breckenridge! The map below shows a parking area with convenient access to the Boreas Pass. Rails-to-Trails Conservancy has generously provided map data for this trail to Bring Fido for informational purposes only. For more detailed trail information, please visit

Harry A. Nottingham Park in Avon, CO is dog friendly. The park has 48 acres of open space to explore with your leashed pooch. At the center of the park, you'll find Nottingham Lake, a great place for fishing, paddle-boating, and SUP. Don't forget to pause at the picnic area for lunch with your pup.

The Medicine Bow Rail Trail is one of 1600 rail-trails supported by Rails-to-Trails Conservancy, a nonprofit organization that is working to create a nationwide network of trails from former rail lines and connecting corridors. Previously an unused railroad corridor, this "rail-trail" is now a great place to walk Fido in Laramie! The map below shows a parking area with convenient access to the Medicine Bow Rail Trail. Rails-to-Trails Conservancy has generously provided map data for this trail to Bring Fido for informational purposes only. For more detailed trail information, please visit TrailLink.com.

The Yampa River Core Trail is one of 1600 rail-trails supported by Rails-to-Trails Conservancy, a nonprofit organization that is working to create a nationwide network of trails from former rail lines and connecting corridors. Previously an unused railroad corridor, this "rail-trail" is now a great place to walk Fido in Steamboat Springs! The map below shows a parking area with convenient access to the Yampa River Core Trail. Rails-to-Trails Conservancy has generously provided map data for this trail to Bring Fido for informational purposes only. For more detailed trail information, please visit TrailLink.com.

Dr. Rich Weiss Park is a dog-friendly recreation area in Steamboat Springs, CO. Enjoy a hike on the trails with your leashed pup or a picnic along the Yampa River. Park amenities include picnic tables, pet waste stations, restrooms, drinking fountains, shade trees and a natural spring. Seasonally when the river has calmed, Fido can enjoy a dip in the water with access to the river and several small watering holes.

Ski the dog-friendly slopes at Gold Run Nordic Center in Breckenridge, CO, with your furry best friend. Peabody Placer, an intermediate trail, and the intermediate/difficult Preston Loop are both dog friendly. Want to try your hand skijoring? Gold Run Nordic Center offers skijoring clinics where you and Fido can learn skijoring basics at an extra cost.

Rifle Gap State Park is a pet-friendly spot in Colorado. Your pup is welcome to tag along the 350-acre reservoir. Amenities include water activities, trails and picnic areas. Please ensure Fido remains on a 6-foot leash and clean up after him.

Pearl Lake State Park is a pet-friendly destination in Clark, CO. Your pup is welcome to explore the state's backcountry surrounded by mountains and trees. Activities include fly and lure fishing, trails, and camping opportunities. Please ensure Fido remains on a leash and under your control at all times.

Fishhook Lake, Lost Lake, and Lake Elmo Trail is a dog-friendly hiking route in the Routt National Forest. Located in Steamboat Springs, CO, hikers can follow this 6-mile out and back trail where dogs are welcome, and may be off-leash in some areas. Due to heavy winter snowfall, the best times to visit this trail are late June through October.

Upper Piney River Trail in Vail, CO, is pet friendly. Starting at Piney Lake, this 5.9-mile trail weaves through the Colorado wilderness, ending at Upper Piney River Falls. Dogs are welcome on the entire trail, but must be leashed at all times. Parking is available at Piney River Ranch.

Dog-friendly Ten Mile Canyon Recpath is one of 1600 rail-trails supported by Rails-to-Trails Conservancy, a nonprofit organization that is working to create a nationwide network of trails from former rail lines and connecting corridors. Previously an unused railroad corridor, this "rail-trail" is now a great place to walk Fido in Frisco! The map below shows a trailhead where you can pick up the Ten Mile Canyon Recpath. Rails-to-Trails Conservancy has generously provided map data for this trail to Bring Fido for informational purposes only. For more detailed trail information, please visit TrailLink.com.

Meadow Creek Trail is a dog-friendly, 9-mile hike in White River National Forest that will take about 8 hours to complete with Fido. Once reaching the trailhead in Frisco, CO, you may go one of two directions. If you choose the all-day, strenuous hike to Eccles Pass you will need a leash for Fido as it goes through the Wilderness area. The other option is to head towards Lily Pad Lakes, which is a short, pleasant hike with beautiful views.

Skijoring at Frisco Nordic Center is a dog-friendly class which introduces you and your pup to this fun winter sport. Being held in Frisco, CO, you and your energetic dog will learn a sport that originated in Scandinavia and is now a popular cross-country skiing activity! In order to participate, Fido must be in good health and able to peacefully tolerate a group situation. Human participants must have intermediate cross-country skiing skills. Visit the Frisco Nordic Center website for upcoming dates.

Arapaho National Forest (ARP) in Parshall, CO, is dog friendly! Established in 1908 by President Theodore Roosevelt, the Forest is part of the ARP and allows pets on a leash no longer than 6 feet in most wilderness areas. The ARP is the nation's most-visited National Forest and Grassland for recreation. Please note your furry friend cannot enter swimming areas or sanitary facilities.

Located ten miles northeast of Craig, CO, Elkhead Reservoir State Park is dog friendly. This 900-acre park provides opportunities for outdoor activities such as hiking, camping, picnicking, wildlife watching, boating and swimming. Leashed dogs can accompany you on the trails and in campgrounds. Please note that dogs aren't permitted on the beaches.

Bring Fido to one of the world's highest botanical gardens, the Betty Ford Alpine Gardens at Ford Park in Vail, CO. Standing at an 8,200 ft altitude, this local attraction strives to protect the alpine environment through education, conservation and living plant collections. Leashed dogs are invited to walk the paths alongside their owners.