DogMapOpen dog park · Westside / Highway 24 · 3550 W High St, Colorado Springs, CO 80904
Red Rock Canyon Open Space Dog Loops
Designated off-leash Upper and Lower Dog Loops reached via the Mesa Trail from the east end of the main parking lot. Dogs run leash-free only within the loops; everywhere else in the open space, including the parking lot and access trails, dogs must be leashed.
Off-leash · set hoursThe facts
- Off-leashOff-leash · set hours
- FencedNo — open
- WaterNone
- SizeUpper Loop (1 mi) + Lower Loop (½ mi)
- Hours5 AM–9 PM (winter) / 10 PM (summer)
- SurfaceGrass / dirt
Parking & access
Red Rock Canyon Open Space main lot off W High St.
Good to know
- Unfenced backcountry loops — dogs need reliable voice control and recall; leash required to and from the loops.
- Rocky, exposed terrain climbing past 6,300 ft with no water on trail — pack water for you and your dog.
- Foothills weather shifts fast; sun and heat can turn to storms quickly, so watch the sky on the climb.
Verified off-leash rules
Rules verified · source: City of Colorado Springs Parks
Red Rock Canyon Open Space Dog Loops: FAQ
- Can my dog be off-leash at Red Rock Canyon Open Space Dog Loops?
- Off-leash is allowed only during posted hours: 5 AM–9 PM (winter) / 10 PM (summer).
- Is Red Rock Canyon Open Space Dog Loops fenced?
- No — Red Rock Canyon Open Space Dog Loops is open/unfenced, so reliable recall is recommended.
- Is Red Rock Canyon Open Space Dog Loops free?
- Yes — Red Rock Canyon Open Space Dog Loops is free to access. Red Rock Canyon Open Space main lot off W High St.