Bringing your dog to Moab? Good news: you don't have to leave them behind. The one big catch is that Utah's rules don't allow dogs on national park hiking trails, so Arches isn't the place for a trail day with your pup. Moab still has plenty of ways to get outside together.
Know the rules first
At Arches, dogs must be leashed whenever they're out of a vehicle, and pets can accompany visitors in campgrounds. That means a scenic drive with your dog is fine, but the trails are off limits. Leashes are the rule almost everywhere else too, and pets should never be left in a hot vehicle.
Where to hike with your dog
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Corona Arch: This is a favorite near Moab, and it's on BLM land, so dogs are allowed, unlike most hikes in the national parks. Dogs must stay on a leash at all times. The trail passes Bowtie Arch on the way, and its seeps can offer water for four-legged hikers. There are cables on a few steep spots and a ladder, but there's a way around the ladder that most dogs can handle. There's no drinking water on the trail, so bring plenty for both of you.
- Dead Horse Point State Park: Pets are allowed here on a leash of six feet or less. The views are hard to beat.
- Hidden Valley Trail: Walk right from our townhomes for a sunrise or sunset stroll. Check posted trail rules before you go.
A Few Tips
Many of the area's popular hikes are slot canyons, and these can be difficult for pets, so they're not recommended. Bring plenty of water, protect paws from hot sandstone, and keep dogs away from cliff edges.
Stay with us
Every Angel Rock townhome is dog friendly, just 4 miles south of downtown Moab and 15 minutes from Arches. Review our pet policy on the Amenities/Policies page, then book direct for your Moab trip.
