Mammoth Cave National Park
1 Mammoth Cave Pkwy, Mammoth Cave, KY 42259
52,830 acres · 85 miles of trails
Mammoth Cave National Park near Mammoth Cave features over 60 miles of shaded surface trails with water, parking, restrooms, and trash cans for leashed dogs. No cave tours for pets; use the on-site kennel.
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- Park
- Mammoth Cave National Park
- Type
- National park
- Location
- Mammoth Cave, Kentucky
- Coordinates
- 37.1869, -86.1000
- Size
- 52,830 acres
- Trail miles
- 85
- Leash required
- Yes
- Best for
- Hikers, Hot-weather visits
- Visitor rating
- 4.8 / 5 (12,200 reviews)
- Vibe Score™
- 8.0 / 10 — Exceptional
- Last verified
- May 2026 — Dog Parks Hub directory
Amenities
- Shade:Yes
- Water on-site:Yes
- Fenced:No
- Off-leash zone:No
- Small-dog area:No
- Benches:No
- Restrooms:Yes
- Parking:Yes
- Waste bags:No
- Indoor:No
- · ★ 4.8 from 12,200 reviewers
- · Water on-site
- · Real shade
- · 52,830 acres of room
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Dog policy
World's longest cave system. Leashed dogs welcome on 60+ miles of surface trails (NOT cave tours, kennel available on-site).
What this park has
- Shade
- Water fountains
- Parking
- Restrooms
- Trash cans
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