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Owl Canyon Trail

Overton, Nevada · Lake Mead National Recreation Area

Dogs on a leash all year

Short canyon walk near Echo Bay, a favourite with dog owners. Dogs on a leash; very hot in summer.

Source: National Park Service, Lake Mead National Recreation Area. Checked October 29, 2026.

Follow the signs at the trailhead: parks can close areas to dogs for wildlife.

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Lake Mead National Recreation Area: the rule in full

Pets are welcome on hiking trails, in developed areas, along many beaches and in campgrounds, on a leash. Summer heat can be dangerous for dogs.