Texas State Parks: park rules: dogs on trails

Pets must be on a leash of 6 feet or less at all times. No pets in any park buildings or in swimming areas. Some parks add their own limits; check the park page.

Source: Texas Parks and Wildlife, Park rules. Checked October 27, 2026.

Beaches and walks

• Palo Duro Canyon trailsDogs on a leash all year
• South Llano River State Park trailsDogs on a leash all year
• Lost Maples trailsDogs on a leash all year
• McKinney Falls State Park trailsDogs on a leash all year
• Garner State Park trailsDogs on a leash all year
• Brazos Bend State Park trailsDogs on a leash all year
• Dinosaur Valley State Park trailsDogs on a leash all year
• Pedernales Falls State Park trailsDogs on a leash all year