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Colorado National Monument
Pets
A dog having fun at a National Park
NPS Photo by Shannon Young
Dog on leash
 

Pets want to have as much fun as you do, but they have limitations here at the monument.  Pets are allowed on a leash in Saddlehorn Campground and along the roadway; they are not allowed in the backcountry or on any trail.  

Important!

The desert can be deadly for pets. Car temperatures rise quickly in the sun, even on cool days. Your pet can easily die of heat exhaustion. If you are leaving a pet in a car, crack the windows as much as possible and leave water to drink. We recommend you not leave pets in the car at all when temperatures are above 68 degrees, even with the windows cracked.

Campers at Colorado National Monument  

Did You Know?
John Otto was one of the first white men to camp at Colorado National Monument. He was also the first one to get married in its canyons.

Last Updated: June 13, 2007 at 16:57 EST