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Red Tail Trail

New York City, NY · New York County · 1.6 mi · Point to point

A rolling 1.6-mile point to point. Mostly sun-exposed.

Dogs allowedAllowed
Leash ruleRequired
Trail effortRolling
ShadeExposed
Certified dog policySource: Dog Runs & Off-Leash Areas | NYC ParksGood year-round.
Best entry:Trailhead #1

Red Tail Trail is a 1.6-mile dog-friendly trail in New York City, NY. Includes leash-required policy details · low shade. Elevation gain is about 240 ft. Looking for more options in New York City dog-friendly trails or across dog-friendly trails across New York? 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

Dogs must be on a leash no longer than 6 feet in all NYC parks. NYC Admin Code §17-342. Off-leash hours allowed in designated areas of many parks from 9 PM–9 AM and before 9 AM.
Suitability by dog type

By Dog Type

How this trail suits different kinds of dogs

Small Dog
Toy & small breeds
70%
Good fit
Short & easy to complete
Mostly exposed
Senior Dog
Older dogs, 7+ years
85%
Great fit
Gentle slope
Short, relaxed walk
Reactive Dog
Reactive to dogs & strangers
93%
Great fit
All dogs leashed — controlled
Can cut short if needed
Sensitive Dog
Anxious or paw-sensitive dogs
57%
Fair fit
Mostly exposed
Getting-Fit Dog
Building up stamina
92%
Great fit
Ideal starter length (1–2.5 mi)
Gentle grade — good challenge
Can shorten route if needed
Water Lover
Dogs who love to swim & splash
14%
Not ideal
No water access found
Mostly dry route
Leash required — limits water play

Trail Suitability

Who this trail works best for — and what to watch

Exposed trail — some factors to plan around

Best for

Senior dogsSmall dogsFirst-time trail 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

  • 1.6 mi total — plan accordingly

Safety & Conditions

Hazards, heat exposure, crowd level, and nearby emergency vet context

HAZARDSLow
SHADE / HEATExposed
CROWD—

Terrain & Comfort

Elevation, surface, shade, heat, and water signals for dog hiking comfort

EffortRolling
SurfaceMixed
ShadeLow
WaterNone

Elevation & Width

Distance and climbing are shown together so you can judge overall effort for your dog on a 1.

Trail Effort

Moderate

Gentle hills. Most healthy adult dogs will enjoy this.

EasyModerate
Challenging
Strenuous
Gain:240 ftGain/mi:153 ft/miSteep sections:Medium
Rated from 240 ft gain + 153 ft/mi.
Elevation Profile
5,246 ft5,056 ft0 mi1.6 mi1
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
Surface along the trail
UnknownGravel0 mi1.6 mi1UnknownGravel/Compacted

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
0 mi1.6 mi1SunPartialShadeDense

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 (9%) to help you plan hydration and cooldown stops.

Water

Hydration & splash potential

Near water: 9%
Swim: Unlikely
Water nearby9%
Water along the trail
Dry — no water within 200 mLake / PondDry — no water within 200 mStreamRiverStreamDry — no water within 200 mLake / PondDry — no water within 200 mLake / PondStreamLake / PondDry — no water within 200 mLake / PondDry — no water within 200 mLake / PondDry — no water within 200 mLake / PondDry — no water within 200 mLake / PondDry — no water within 200 mLake / PondDry — no water within 200 m0 mi1.6 mi1RiverLake / PondStream

Water types nearby

BeachLake/PondStreamRiver

Beach • Lake/Pond • Stream

Quick read

Water is limited near the trail—bring enough for you and your dog. Swimming spots are unlikely.

Access & Entry

Trailheads, parking, and entry logistics for hiking with dogs

Parking LotsUnknown
Capacity—
FeeUnknown

This section covers 2 trailheads listed, parking availability, and amenity placement so you can plan start points and access logistics before arriving.

Primary trailhead

Parking #3
Primary🔓 Access not confirmed💵 Fee not posted📍 ~100 m from trail

Other access points

Trailhead #1
🔓 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

Exit options (Bailouts)

Bailout: mediumScore: 0.35

Fast exits if you need to shorten the route.

Actionable: 2Dead ends: 0Closest Start: 254 m
Method + full metrics

Based on trail graph connectivity and nearby exits.

Total spots: 2Actionable exits: 2Dead ends: 0Closest near Start: 254 mClosest near Midpoint: 909 mClosest near End: —
🚪 ExitsTrail entrance / exit · 254 m from startTrail entrance / exit · Trail entrance / exit0 mi1.6 mi0.8 mi
2 actionable exits· closest 254 m from start
  • Low dead-end count (2) improves bailout options.
  • Entrance count is estimated from graph topology (proxy).
  • Graph-based route structure estimate using stored segment geometry.

Top exits near Start

Trail entrance / exit

Near Start · 254 m from start

EntranceDead End
254 mGoogle Maps OSM unavailable

Rules & Safety

Dog policy context, emergency resources, and trail hazard overview

Current hazard level is marked as low. 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.

Hazards

Updated: —

Low

No major hazard concentrations reported.

Show hazard breakdown
Road crossings
Total: 0
Water crossings
0
Cliff / steep edge
0
Bike conflict
0
Off-leash conflict proxy
0

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about dogs on this trail

Are dogs allowed on Red Tail Trail?

Yes, dogs are allowed on Red Tail Trail.

Do dogs need to be on a leash on Red Tail Trail?

Yes, dogs are required to be on a leash on Red Tail Trail. This is due to Prescott City Code and National Forest regulations.

Is there drinking water available for dogs along Red Tail Trail?

There is a high likelihood of water being available near the trail, with nearby water types including lake or pond and stream. There are also several ford access points to water.

Is Red Tail Trail mostly shaded or sun-exposed?

Red Tail Trail has low shade coverage, with 0% shade proxy.

What is the trail surface like for dog paws on Red Tail Trail?

The trail surface is unknown, with 100% of the surface classified as unknown.

Are there any safety concerns for dogs on Red Tail Trail (heat, terrain, water crossings)?

The trail has low shade, suggesting potential heat concerns. There are also multiple ford access points for water crossings.