Pets

Pets can be on trails along the Parkway, as long as they are on a leash 6' or shorter.

Image by Michael Becnel

A few simple rules and regulations:

Pets are allowed along trails and viewpoints of the Natchez Trace Parkway under the following conditions:

• Pets must always be on a leash six feet or shorter
• Please clean up after your pet
• Only service animals are allowed inside Parkway buildings.
• At campgrounds:
  • There is a maximum of two pets per site.
  • At all times, pets must be confined or under control on a leash not longer than 6 feet.
  • Pets cannot be left unattended.

For your dog's well being, please remember to carry water on hot days or long hikes. During warmer months tick repellent is highly recommended.

 

 

A Natchez Trace Parkway Bark Ranger.

NPS Photo: J Farmer

BARK Ranger!

You and your dog can work together to earn a BARK Ranger dog tag. Visit our Parkway Visitor Center at milepost 266, near Tupelo, Mississippi, or other visitor contact stations, to find out how your dog can become a BARK Ranger.
Find out more about the National Park Service BARK Ranger program.

If you would like a digital copy of our BARK Ranger booklet, email us here.

 

Kekoa and his cat Midnight, a feline BARK Ranger, on a break from bicycling the Parkway.

Jane Farmer

Cats Who Think They are Dogs

Cats who walk trails and follow the BARK Ranger Creed, can earn a tag, too!