Can I see Mount Rushmore with my dog?

Mount Rushmore is one of the most iconic places in America, but you won't be able to do much if you bring your dog. Pets are not allowed past the main gate to Mount Rushmore. However, they can admire the monument from afar near the parking garages or the nearby Blackberry Trail.



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The park is one of the only dog-friendly attractions in the Black Hills. Leashed and well-behaved dogs are welcome in all areas except the Safari Room. You and your pup can enjoy the beautiful landscaping, check out the interesting reptiles and see most (if not all) of the shows offered at the park.

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All pets must be under physical restraint, no more than 6 foot long leash, while in the park. If you are traveling with your pet while visiting Devils Tower and you must leave it in your vehicle: try to park in the shade (the gravel parking lot has some spots with shade) provide proper ventilation.

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Pets are not allowed below the canyon rim On the South Rim, leashed pets are allowed on trails above the rim. Inner canyon trails are narrow, include steep sections, and are well-traveled by humans, mules, and wildlife. Pets can be unpredictable on the trail.

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Pets are allowed in public areas, parking lots and within 100 feet of any road. They must be on a leash that is not longer than 6 feet in length at all times. Visitors are not allowed to tie their pet to trees or other objects and leave them unattended. Pet kennels cannot be left outside of vehicles.

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Pets must be on a leash no longer than 10 feet and are not allowed in any park buildings or on designated swim beaches. Please clean up after your pet and do not leave it unattended. Service animals are welcome. Firearms must be unloaded and cased unless during a hunting season with the proper license.

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Pets are only allowed on paved surfaces, including park roads and campgrounds, the Shared-use Path, paved viewpoints (all viewpoints except Piracy Point), and the 1/2 mile (0.8 km) section of Rim Trail between Sunset and Sunrise Points.

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Dogs are not allowed in the backcountry or on trails in the national parks around Moab. Dogs must be on a leash if not in a vehicle. Pets must be leashed outside a car and only be walked on roads or in parking lots. Pets may accompany visitors in campgrounds.

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