05/31/2024
Keep your dog's physical condition in mind as well- if your dog is overweight or otherwise not used to intense exercise, a tough hike like the High Peaks may not be the right choice!
Now that the warmer weather is here and the trails getting drier, you may have the itch to get out for an Adirondack hike (or maybe that itch came from a black fly 😬). If you're planning on bringing your four-legged friend out on the trail with you, remember to have them on the leash. In the Eastern High Peaks Zone, it is required to leash pets on trails, at primitive tent sites, at lean-to sites, at elevations above 4,000 feet, or in other areas where the public congregates.
Here are some reasons you should keep your pupper on a leash while hiking:
🐾 Respectful to other hikers
🐾 Keeps your dog safe from falls and wildlife
🐾 Avoids conflict with other dogs
🐾 Minimizes impact by staying on the trail
🐾 Allows you to gauge and be more in control of your dog’s pace and energy exertion
For the latest updates and ADK conditions, check out our Adirondack Backcountry Info pages: on.ny.gov/adkbackcountry.
Photo by Jessica Ware
