Welcome to Aspen - a great place for dogs! By following the rules and obeying signage you will help keep Aspen a dog friendly town. Aspen’s dog friendly atmosphere is a delicate balance that depends on responsible dog ownership, including use of leashes and picking up after your pet. Use this as a reference to help you be on top of your game as a dog owner. Happy Tails!
As you travel about town, your pet must be leashed.
Ticketable offenses:
- Dog at Large (Off Leash)
- Uncollected Pet Waste
Areas for watchful off-leash play with your pet:
- Rio Grande Park
- Wagner Park
- Smuggler Mountain Road
- Marolt Open Space. (Roundabout pond encouraged for swimming dogs)
Dogs are strictly prohibited at:
- City of Aspen Golf Course
- Cozy Point Ranch
- North Star Open Space
- Maroon Creek Wetlands
Leash law is strictly enforced in the following areas:
- Downtown (Including Ped. Mall)
- Herron Park (Wading Pool Included)
- Hunter Creek Trail
- Rio Grande Trail
- Jennie Adair Wetlands
- Marolt Wetlands (Near Housing)
- Playing Fields at School Campus and Aspen Recreation Center
Questions or concerns, please call 970-920-5120