Dog Friendly Hiking Trails in Golden, CO

There are 9 dog-friendly hiking trails in Golden. 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 Golden.

High Line Canal Trail

Greenwood Village, CO

High Line Canal Trail The High Line Canal Trail in Horseshoe Preserve is a 5.8 mile hike that will take about 3 hours to complete with Fido. This pet-friendly hike in Greenwood Village, CO, will actually lead you through the suburbs and passes through some expensive subdivisions. A new, larger parking lot was installed that caused Colorado Boulevard to intercept Orchard Road a block farther to the east. Be aware that this change still is not marked on most maps. See Details

Dinosaur Ridge

Morrison, CO

Dinosaur Ridge Leashed dogs are welcome on the ridge and Triceratops Trail at Dinosaur Ridge, a pet-friendly trail in Morrison, CO. Dogs are not allowed in the gift shop or Exhibit Hall. Dinosaur Ridge features a world-famous dinosaur track site with over 300 dinosaur footprints for you and your friends and family to explore! See Details

Washington Park

Denver, CO

Washington Park Washington Park in Denver, CO is pet friendly and welcomes leashed dogs. This park is a popular hangout spot for local pooches and their owners. Encompassing 155 acres of pleasant grounds, including two lakes and a flower garden that is a replica of George Washington's gardens at Mount Vernon, there's plenty to see with your pooch. The Washington Park Boathouse, completed in 1913, is the main attraction of the park. Among the many other amenities that canines and their owners will observe and enjoy are a bicycle/pedestrian pathway, crushed granite jogging path, fitness course, horseshoe pit, lawn bowling/croquet area, soccer field, tennis courts and recreation center. See Details

Plymouth Mountain Trail

Littleton, CO

Plymouth Mountain Trail Plymouth Mountain Trail in Littleton, CO, is a 6.4 mile hike that will take about 5 to 6 hours to complete with Fido. There are seven interconnected, pet-friendly trails of varying lengths to choose from. Keep in mind that slopes that face east and south can be hot in the summer time. See Details

Bear Creek Lake Trail Loop

Morrison, CO

Bear Creek Lake Trail Loop Bear Creek Lake Trail Loop is a 9.4 mile dog-friendly hike which begins near Morrison, CO. Dogs should be leashed on the trail and hikers can expect to encounter other visitors who may be hiking, fishing or horseback riding. The trail is moderately challenging and is best hiked between April and October. See Details

City Park

Denver, CO

City Park Leashed dogs are welcome at City Park. Located in east-central Denver, pet-friendly City Park covers 314 landscaped acres and is home to the Denver Zoo, Denver Museum of Nature & Science and a public golf course, all surrounded by a neighborhood. Playgrounds, picnic sites, lakes and more make this expansive park Denver's version of Central Park in New York City. It's a great place to spend a day as a family or with human and furry friends. See Details

Chautauqua Park

Boulder, CO

Chautauqua Park Chautauqua Park, located in Boulder, CO, is a part of a national historical landmark dating back to over 100 years ago in 1898. This pet-friendly recreation area provides access to multiple open-space mountain park trails and hosts tons of grassy areas for kids and pups to run and play. It's also close to the Chautauqua Dining Hall and Auditorium and the Chautauqua Ranger Cottage, which has a playground and tennis courts. See Details

Meadowlark Trail Loop

Littleton, CO

Meadowlark Trail Loop Meadowlark Trail Loop is a pet-friendly, 6-mile loop trail in Jefferson County Open Space in Littleton, CO. This trail is for hikers and will take you through a sandy meadow before heading down to Plymouth Creek where it crosses the creek. Enjoy a picnic lunch at the shelter near the trailhead. See Details

Mary Carter Greenway (Arapahoe Greenway)

Littleton, CO

Mary Carter Greenway (Arapahoe Greenway) The Mary Carter Greenway (Arapahoe Greenway) is a multi-use trail that's a great place to walk Fido in Littleton! The map below shows a parking area with convenient access to the Mary Carter Greenway (Arapahoe Greenway). 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. See Details

Switzerland Trail

Boulder, CO

Switzerland Trail The Switzerland 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 Boulder! The map below shows a trailhead where you can pick up the Switzerland 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. See Details

Lincoln Park

Denver, CO

Lincoln Park Leashed dogs are welcome in Lincoln Park, a pet-friendly, neighborhood park close to downtown Denver and the Santa Fe Arts District. Explore the trails, street murals, sculptures and much more found in this historic area. See Details

Jason Park

Englewood, CO

Jason Park Jason Park in Englewood, CO is a dog-friendly community park. Visitors will find a large expanse of grass, ball courts and fields, a children's playground, and a designated off-leash area for Fido. See Details

Mount Evergreen Loop

Evergreen, CO

Mount Evergreen Loop Fido is welcome to join you on a hike along Mount Evergreen Loop, a dog-friendly trail near Evergreen, CO. This 4 mile trail is a moderately challenging route which should take 2.5 hours to complete. April to November is the best time to hike this trail, and dogs are permitted to be off leash in some areas. See Details

Confluence Park

Denver, CO

Confluence Park Leashed dogs are welcome at Confluence Park, a pet-friendly outdoor space in Denver, CO, where you and Fido can explore the trails throughout this well-maintained park. The winding trails lead to views of downtown, kayakers braving the rapids and places for pooches to sunbathe on the sandy banks. See Details

Green Mountain Summit Loop Trail

Boulder, CO

Green Mountain Summit Loop Trail Leashed dogs are welcome at Green Mountain Summit Loop Trail, a pet-friendly trail in Boulder, CO. This 5.3 mile hike that will take about 5 hours to complete with Fido. This strenuous loop, known for its numerous butterflies, is just west of the Flatirons and can be accessed by several trails. It is recommended to bring water along, and to hike this trail earlier in the day to avoid thunderstorms. See Details

South Platte River Trail Denver

Denver, CO

South Platte River Trail Denver Part of the Colorado Front Range Trail, the pet-friendly South Platte River Trail can be accessed at various points along its 30-mile route from Brighton to Englewood with its midpoint located in Denver, CO. Leashed dogs are welcome to enjoy a walk with you on this popular path that follows the South Platte River through what used to be the agricultural center of the Mile High City. See Details

South Boulder Peak and Bear Mountain Trail

Boulder, CO

South Boulder Peak and Bear Mountain Trail South Boulder Peak and Bear Mountain Trail in Boulder, CO, is a dog-friendly, 5.6 mile hike that generally takes about 6 hours to complete. This challenging hike, which is the highest summit in the area, welcomes leashed pups that will enjoy the mostly shaded trail. This trail tends to be less crowded than other trails in a town that is full of climbers and hikers. Be aware that some scrambling is required to get to the rocky summit, but the views at the top are worth it. See Details

High Line Canal Trail (Waterton Canyon)

Littleton, CO

High Line Canal Trail (Waterton Canyon) The High Line Canal Trail (Waterton Canyon) is a 5-mile hike in Chatfield State Park that will take about 3 hours to complete with Fido. This casual, pet-friendly hike in Littleton, CO, allows for great views of Denver, solitude, and a glimpse into the past from sunrise to sunset. Fido must be kept on a leash, and you will also need to watch out for free-roaming cattle along the canal. See Details

Civic Center Park

Denver, CO

Civic Center Park Leashed dogs are welcome at Civic Center Park, a pet-friendly outdoor space in Denver, CO. The park features trails, open space, public art, a fountain, gardens and benches. See Details

Sand Creek Regional Greenway

Denver, CO

Sand Creek Regional Greenway The Sand Creek Regional Greenway is a dog-friendly, multi-use trail that's a great place to walk Fido in Denver! The map below shows a parking area with convenient access to the Sand Creek Regional Greenway. 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. See Details