Grand Teton National Park Pet Information

Pets are welcome in Grand Teton National Park as long as pet owners follow the strict regulations and rules regarding pets in the park.

Grand Teton is a wild place filled with wildlife. The wildlife may be attracted to your pet and this can endanger your pet, yourself and the wild animal. The general rule is that a pet is allowed anywhere that a vehicle is allowed. In other words, pets are not allowed on trails, the backcountry or various Park facilities or visitor centers. These restrictions do not apply to service animals. Packhorses, mules and/or donkeys are allowed on specific trails and in the backcountry. Dogs carrying saddlebags are not considered pack animals!

Regulations

• Pet owners are responsible at all times for pet feces clean up and disposal.
• Pets must be kept under physical control at all times — caged, crated, or restrained on a leash not to exceed six feet in length.
• Pets must not be left unattended in a vehicle or tied out.
• Pets are allowed in boats only on Jackson Lake.
• Pets must stay within 6 feet of any roadway.
• Pets are not allowed to disturb wildlife or other visitors.
• Despite its designation as a multi-use pathway, pets are not allowed on this trail system.
• Any pet running-at-large can be impounded. The owner of such a pet will be charged for its care and feeding and may be fined.
• Guide dogs need to be clearly marked as a service animal.

If you plan to do any extensive exploring of Grand Teton National Park, Park officials highly recommend that you kennel your pet or leave your pet at home.