Dog Friendly Hiking Trails in Monument Valley, UT

Here are the dog-friendly hiking trails closest to Monument Valley. Use the links below to get an overview of each one, see pictures, print directions, and even read reviews from other dog owners.

Ken's Lake

Moab, UT

Ken's Lake Ken's Lake is a pet-friendly outdoor area with trails and water access in Moab, UT. Enjoy more than three miles of trails with your leashed pup and then cool off in the water of the lake. The rocky scenery is beautiful and well worth visiting for a day. There's a campsite located here, too. Make sure your pooch is under voice control. See Details

Corona Arch

Moab, UT

Corona Arch Corona Arch is a dog-friendly hiking spot in Moab, UT that leads to views of a large sandstone arch at the trail's end, reminiscent of the much larger landmark in the area, the Rainbow Bridge. You and Fido can take on one of the trails that begin at Corona Arch Trailhead. This region is known for their arches, and Corona doesn't disappoint. See Details

Toadstool Hoodoos

Kanab, UT

Toadstool Hoodoos Located in the Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument, the Toadstool Hoodoos in Kanab, UT are dog friendly! Leashed dogs are welcome to join you as you hike past the mushroom-shaped rock formations on The Toadstools Trailhead, up to views of the Paria River Valley and even more toadstools. The trail is open year-round and is free to the public. For information on parking and the best seasons to enjoy the Toadstool Hoodoos, visit its website. See Details

Horseshoe Bend

Page, AZ

Horseshoe Bend Horseshoe Bend is a horseshoe-shaped incised meander of the Colorado River located near the town of Page in Arizona. Known as the east rim of the Grand Canyon, this stunning natural phenomenon will take any visitor's breath away. Leashed dogs are welcome to hike to viewing points with their owners to enjoy the stunning views. Don't forget to bring water for your pup to enjoy on hot days and clean up any mess left behind. There's an entry fee per vehicle. See Details

Glen Canyon National Recreation Area

Page, AZ

Glen Canyon National Recreation Area Encompassing over 1.25 million acres, Glen Canyon National Recreation Area in Page, AZ, is dog friendly! Leashed pups are welcome to explore Glen Canyon and cool off in the lake. The Recreation Area is open 24 hours a day, year-round. Information on entrance fees for vehicles, motorcycles, individuals, and boats can be found on their official website. Fido is NOT allowed in archaeological sites; on marinas, docks, walkways, and launch ramps (except when proceeding directly to or from a boat); along the San Juan River from Clay Hills Crossing upstream to the Glen Canyon NRA boundary; in the Orange Cliffs particular permit area; on Rainbow Bridge NM (except for pets in vessels at the courtesy docks); on the Colorado River downstream from the dam to the boundary of the Grand Canyon NP; or in Coyote Gulch, within the limits of GCNRA. See Details

Grand Staircase–Escalante National Monument

Kanab, UT

Grand Staircase–Escalante National Monument The last place in the continental United States to be mapped, the Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument in Kanab, UT is dog friendly! Leashed pets are welcome to explore the series of monoliths, slot canyons, natural bridges, arches, cliffs, and terraces that make up the area. Remember to clean up after your dog. See Details

The Wave

Kanab, UT

The Wave A trip to the Wave-Coyote Buttes is an unforgettable, once-in-a-lifetime outdoor adventure you can share with Fido in Kanab, UT. You can only hike at The Wave if you have a permit, and only 20 people per day receive permits. Due to the popularity of permit requests, a lottery system as been instituted. 10 permits are issued 4 months in advance via the online lottery and 10 permits are issued at the walk-in lottery for next-day use. Permits are also required for any dog accompanying you, although canine permits do not count toward the 20 permits per day limit. To register for the online permit lottery, visit the website. See Details

Capitol Reef National Park

Torrey, UT

Capitol Reef National Park Pets are allowed on leash (6 feet or 1.8 meters or shorter) in the developed areas of the park including: -on the trail from the visitor center to the Fruita Campground -on the Fremont River Trail from the campground to the south end of Hattie's Field (where there is a gate) -in unfenced and/or unlocked orchards -in the Chesnut and Doc Inglesby picnic areas -in campgrounds -within 50 feet of centerline of roads (paved and dirt) open to public vehicle travel parking areas open to public vehicle travel

Pets are not permitted on other hiking trails, in public buildings, or in the backcountry. The entrance fee is $20 per vehicle for Capitol Reef National Park is paid into a self-serve tube at the beginning of the Scenic Drive, just past the campground. The cost includes all in a private vehicle. Capitol Reef is a 24-hour park, open all day, every day. See Details

Goblin Valley State Park

Green River, UT

Goblin Valley State Park Journey with Fido to the strange, colorful and dog-friendly Goblin Valley State Park in Green River, UT. The landscape, covered with sandstone goblins and formations, is often compared to Mars. Pets are welcome on trails throughout the park but must remain on a six-foot leash. See Details

Wildcat Trail

Oljato-Monument Valley, AZ

Wildcat Trail The Wildcat Trail is a popular dog-friendly trail within Monument Valley Navajo Tribal Park in Oljato-Monument Valley, AZ. Leashed dogs are welcome to join you on the only self-guided trail in the area. This journey is a 3.2-mile loop hike (4 miles total, including the return) that will allow you to see the Mitten Buttes and Merrick Butte up close. See Details

Kodachrome Basin State Park

Cannonville, UT

Kodachrome Basin State Park Kodachrome Basin State Park in Cannonville, UT welcomes outdoor enthusiasts and their furry friends to explore together. This pet-friendly retreat features various activities such as hiking, biking, horseback riding, camping and photography, ensuring an unforgettable experience for all visitors. Dogs are required to be on a leash no longer than six feet, and owners are responsible for cleaning up after their pets. See Details

Hanging Gardens Trail

Page, AZ

Hanging Gardens Trail Located in Glen Canyon National Recreation Area, pet-friendly Hanging Gardens Trail is a 1.4-mile out-and-back trail with beautiful views in Page, AZ. Enjoy an easy hike with your leashed pup over sand and slick rock to an alcove, where every drop of rainwater is absorbed to help create a lush plant and animal habitat for you to explore. See Details

Paria Canyon Wilderness

Kanab, UT

Paria Canyon Wilderness Take Fido on a hike amidst the unforgettable beauty at Paria Canyon Wilderness, part of the Vermilion Cliffs National Monument, in Kanab, UT. Although much of the Vermilion Cliffs area is open to dog-friendly hiking without a permit, if you plan on hiking in the Paria Canyon Permit Area (including Paria Canyon, Wire Pass and Buckskin Gulch), you must purchase a permit prior to your hike, and permits must be obtained in advance. Online permit applications open 4 months prior to hiking dates. Permits are required for each person and each dog. There are no limits on the number of permits given out for day use for the Paria Canyon Wilderness. Dogs must be kept under control at all times and be leashed within Glen Canyon National Recreation Area. Dog waste and dog waste bags must be packed out. See Details

Peek-a-Boo Slot Canyon and Spooky Gulch

Kanab, UT

Peek-a-Boo Slot Canyon and Spooky Gulch Peek-a-Boo Slot Canyon and Spooky Gulch are dog-friendly trails near the Grand Staircase region in Kanab, UT. They're accessed off a rough dirt road that may be impassible when wet. These trails are only suitable for athletic canines that can handle climbing. Access to Peekaboo requires scrambling down some short cliffs, following cairns as needed, and using handholds and foot cut-outs to get you up into the canyon. Read up on these trails before you make the trek. Note that this area is at risk for flash floods and is home to Great Basin rattlesnakes. See Details

Dead Horse Point State Park Visitor Center Nature Trail

Moab, UT

Dead Horse Point State Park Visitor Center Nature Trail The Visitor Center Nature Trail is a pet-friendly trail located inside Dead Horse Point State Park in Moab, UT. Fido is welcome to join you on this paved path, but dogs must remain on a leash. Visitors can enjoy views of the basin, Chimney Rock and the La Sal Mountains. See Details

Rim Trail

Page, AZ

Rim Trail The Rim Trail is a level, flat pet-friendly hike with just a few short grades in Page, AZ. There is no shade along the trail, so it is best to hike in the morning or evening in the summer months. Two liters of water are necessary for summer and one liter for winter hikes. The path may be accessed from several places within Page: the North Navajo trailhead, North Lake Powell Blvd behind the McDonalds, Date Street at North Navajo, and behind the Page Public Library. This guide uses hiking times rather than miles. Hiking times are based upon a 4-mile-per-hour pace. This guide begins at North Lake Powell Blvd behind the Mcdonald's and proceeds clockwise around Page for easy access for visitors. See Details

Little Wild Horse Canyon & Bell Canyon Trailhead

Green River, UT

Little Wild Horse Canyon & Bell Canyon Trailhead Grab Fido's leash and explore one of Utah's most popular slot canyons at Little Wild Horse Canyon & Bell Canyon Trailhead in Green River, UT. The pet-friendly trail follows through impressive rock formations. Dogs must remain on a leash while on the trail. Visitors are encouraged to check the weather prior to departing on a hike as the area is at risk for flash flooding. See Details

Natural Bridges National Monument

Lake Powell, UT

Natural Bridges National Monument Natural Bridges National Monument in Lake Powell, UT is pet friendly. Utah's first national monument, you'll discover three natural bridges that you can view from an overlook or from the distance on one of the trails. Make sure dogs are on a leash during their visit, as long as all mess is cleaned up after them. See Details

Monument Valley Navajo Tribal Park

Oljato-Monument Valley, AZ

Monument Valley Navajo Tribal Park Monument Valley Navajo Tribal Park is a pet-friendly valley in Oljato-Monument Valley, AZ boasting sandstone towers that range in size from 400 to 1,000 ft. The best time to visit is when the sun is rising or setting over the red rock formations. Leashed dogs are welcome, as long as they are cleaned up after. See Details

Lower Calf Creek Falls

Boulder, UT

Lower Calf Creek Falls Lower Calf Creek Falls is a pet-friendly hike in Boulder. This moderately difficult trail in Grand Staircase Escalante leads to a stunning 126-feet waterfall. The trail is just under six miles out-and-back. Dogs may join you on this trail, but must be kept on a leash. Pick up any mess that is left behind to preserve the cleanliness of the natural surroundings. See Details