Forest Service Road 867 is a 4.5-mile dog-friendly trail in Flagstaff, AZ. Includes leash-required policy details · low shade. Elevation gain is about 545 ft. Looking for more options in Flagstaff dog-friendly trails or across dog-friendly trails across Arizona? Use the sections below for dog policy, access points, shade/heat, water, terrain, and safety.
Dog Fit
Dogs allowed status, leash expectations, and suitability by dog type
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Dogs must be on leash (max 6 feet) in all Flagstaff city parks and trails. Flagstaff City Code §5-08-001-0005.
Suitability by dog type
By Dog Type
How this trail suits different kinds of dogs
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Small Dog
Toy & small breeds
43%
Caution
–May need extra breaks
–Mostly exposed
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Senior Dog
Older dogs, 7+ years
75%
Good fit
✓Flat & joint-friendly
–Moderate — plan rest stops
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Reactive Dog
Reactive to dogs & strangers
85%
Great fit
✓All dogs leashed — controlled
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Sensitive Dog
Anxious or paw-sensitive dogs
57%
Fair fit
–Mostly exposed
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Getting-Fit Dog
Building up stamina
65%
Good fit
–Moderate — build up to this
✓Flat — great for conditioning
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Water Lover
Dogs who love to swim & splash
63%
Fair fit
✓Swim spots confirmed on this trail
–Water near parts of the trail
–Leash required — limits water play
Trail Suitability
Who this trail works best for — and what to watch
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Exposed, with swim access trail — some factors to plan around
Best for
Senior dogsWater-loving dogs
Most comfortable when
Before 10 AM or after 6 PM
— Heat exposure is significant — trail is considerably cooler in morning and evening
Why this trail works
Swim access confirmed — water features along the route
Essentially flat — average slope under 3%
Safety & Conditions
Hazards, heat exposure, crowd level, and nearby emergency vet context
HAZARDS—
SHADE / HEATExposed
CROWD—
Terrain & Comfort
Elevation, surface, shade, heat, and water signals for dog hiking comfort
EffortFlat
SurfaceMixed
ShadeLow
WaterSome
Elevation & Width
Distance and climbing are shown together so you can judge overall effort for your dog on a 4.
Trail Effort
Easy
Flat or gently rolling. Comfortable for almost all dogs.
EasyModerate
Challenging
Strenuous
Gain:545 ftGain/mi:121 ft/miSteep sections:Low
Rated from 545 ft gain + 121 ft/mi.
Elevation Profile
Trail Width
Narrow
Narrow
< 6 ft
In-between
6-10 ft
Wide
10+ ft
NARROWTypical: ~0 ftWIDE
Mostly single-file with tighter passing space.
Surface & Paws
Surface coverage helps you plan for paw comfort and choose routes that match your dog's tolerance for rough or hot terrain.
Surface
What your dog will walk on
Mostly: Not mapped
Surface data is limited, so expect changing conditions.
Roughness unknown
Top surfaces
Not mapped
100%
Quick read
Roughness: Unknown
This trail is mostly Not mapped. Surface data is incomplete for some sections—expect variety.
Best fordogsrunnerscasual hikes
Shade & Heat
Shade coverage and heat exposure are summarized to show when this trail is safer for warm-weather dog hikes.
🌳 Shade
LOW
Low shade coverage
0.0%
Shade along the trail
Exposure mix
Sun
100%
Partial
0%
Shade
0%
Dense
0%
Quick read
Limited natural shade. Expect prolonged sun exposure.
Water Access
Water proximity is tracked along the route (26%) to help you plan hydration and cooldown stops.
Water
Hydration & splash potential
Near water: 26%
Swim: Likely
Water nearby26%
Water along the trail
Water types nearby
Lake/PondStream
Lake/Pond • Stream
Quick read
Water is limited near the trail—bring enough for you and your dog. Swimming spots may be available. Check current/flow after rain.
Access & Entry
Trailheads, parking, and entry logistics for hiking with dogs
Parking LotsUnknown
Capacity—
FeeUnknown
This section covers 3 trailheads listed, parking availability, and amenity placement so you can plan start points and access logistics before arriving.
Primary trailhead
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Forest Service Road 867 Endpoint #1
Primary🔓 Access not confirmed💵 Fee not posted📍 Distance not measured
Other access points
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Forest Service Road 867 Endpoint #2
🔓 Access not confirmed💵 Fee not posted📍 Distance not measured
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Forest Service Road 867 Endpoint #3
🔓 Access not confirmed💵 Fee not posted📍 Distance not measured
Parking details
Map & Route
Trail layout, trailheads, parking, and dog-relevant points of interest
Map
Explore More
Highlights, viewpoints, and bailout options
Highlights
Highlights
0 total
Closest: — · —
No highlights are available for this trail yet.
Bailout & exit options
Rules & Safety
Dog policy context, emergency resources, and trail hazard overview
Hazard levels are summarized from available route data. Nearby emergency veterinary coverage appears when mapped in source data.
Dog Emergency
Emergency help nearby
No nearby vets found
No nearby veterinary clinics were found within search radius.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about dogs on this trail
Are dogs allowed on Forest Service Road 867?
Yes, dogs are allowed on Forest Service Road 867.
Do dogs need to be on a leash on Forest Service Road 867?
Yes, dogs are required to be on a leash, with a maximum length of 6 feet, on Forest Service Road 867.
Is there drinking water available for dogs along Forest Service Road 867?
There is a 25.66% chance of water being nearby, with types including lake_or_pond and stream. There are also several ford access points.
Is Forest Service Road 867 mostly shaded or sun-exposed?
Forest Service Road 867 has low shade coverage, with 0% shade proxy.
What is the trail surface like for dog paws on Forest Service Road 867?
The trail surface is unknown, with 100% of the surface being classified as unknown.
Are there any safety concerns for dogs on Forest Service Road 867 (heat, terrain, water crossings)?
There is a 25.66% chance of water being nearby, with lake_or_pond and stream types. Several ford access points are available, and swimming is likely.
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