About Run-A-Muk Off-Leash Dog Area
Located below the Utah Olympic Park, this 43-acre recreational open space is perfect for those who want to let their dogs off-leash while experiencing the serenity of wildlife and the great outdoors.
It’s important to note that Run-A-Muk is not a traditional dog park but rather a natural space that welcomes dogs off-leash on hiking-only trails.
Run-A-Muk has plenty of parking options! If the main parking lot is full, remember that there is additional parking at the Lower Run-A-Muk Trailhead and RTS Trailhead.
Amenities
Open Space
Accessible All Year
Parking
Trailhead
Restroom
Dog Off-Leash
Hiking Only
Trail System
With a mix of open meadows, shaded areas, and gentle inclines, the hiking-only trails provide a leisurely and engaging experience for all visitors and their furry companions.
| Trail Name | Miles | Difficulty | Use |
|---|---|---|---|
| Up Dog | 0.9 | Intermediate | Hiking Only |
| Down Dog | 0.6 | Beginner  | Hiking Only |
| Happy Puppy | 1.3 | Beginner  | Hiking Only |
| Pawmaste | 0.4 | Beginner | Hiking Only |
About Run-A-Muk
Unlike dog parks which are often cleared and manicured spaces, Run-A-Muk is maintained in its natural state, allowing dogs to explore, run, and be off-leash in a natural setting. This area retains habitat for wildlife, making it a unique spot to enjoy both recreation and nature conservation. Run-A-Muk is fenced, but it is important to remember that gaps or breaks may happen due to a number of circumstances. That is why it is important to maintain sight and have voice control of your dog at all times.
The intermittent streams winding through Run-A-Muk, active mainly in winter and spring, are part of the East Canyon Creek Watershed. Dog waste left near these waterways and in the open spaces can introduce harmful bacteria into the watershed, impacting water quality and wildlife. Cleaning up after dogs helps keep this ecosystem clean and safe.
Wildlife
Run-A-Muk is not just a place for dogs – it’s also home to a variety of plants and animals that can be found on the 43-acre open space. This area provides habitat for many animals, from coyotes to small mammals, that depend on the land for food, shelter, and survival. It’s important to remember that we are sharing the environment with these creatures.
Quaking Aspen
Populus tremuloides
Whorled Buckwheat
Eriogonum heracleoides
Roundleaf Snowberry
Symphoricarpos rotundifolius
Bull Thistle
Cirsium vulgare
Canada Thistle
Cirsium arvense
Houndstongue
Cynoglossum officinale
Coyote
Canis latrans
Shiras Moose
Alces alces shiras
Smooth Greensnake
Opheodrys vernalis
For information on what you should do when you encounter wildlife, please visit:
Be a Responsible Steward
Responsible stewardship helps protect open spaces and trails and ensures they remain enjoyable and accessible for everyone. While recreating in the Run-A-Muk Off-leash Area:
- Trail users must stay on trail and avoid creating new paths unless picking up after your dog.
- Always pack out your trash and dog waste. Trash cans and dog waste bags are available at the Run-A-Muk and RTS Trailheads.
- Keep yourself and your dogs a safe distance from animals. Remember that this is an open space, so wildlife will be present!
Learn more about how you can be a responsible steward on our shared trails and open spaces.
Rules & Regulations
No Biking
No E-bikes
No Overnight Parking
No Motorized Vehicles
No Camping
No Fires
No Hunting
No Firearms
No Fireworks
Designated Off-Leash Dog Area Rules and Regulations
- Dogs must respond to voice commands and stay within sight.
- Owners must:
- Clean up after dogs and dispose of dog waste.
- Carry a leash (max 6 feet) for each dog within the off-leash area. Electronic dog collars may not substitute.
- Have no more than 4 dogs off-leash at once.
- Follow any other posted off-leash dog area rules and regulations.
- Have dogs leashed within 150 feet of public trailheads.
- Dogs must not:
- Charge, chase, harass, or display aggression toward humans or animals.
- Fail to return immediately when called.
Owners are fully responsible for their off-leash dog. Dogs that reside in Summit County for over 30 days are required to be licensed by Summit County Animal Control and wear the tag.
Hunting Access
Hunters may cross Basin Recreation property to access adjacent lands open to hunting, but firearms must be unloaded, and archery equipment must not have an arrow nocked. 
Summit County Animal Control
Phone: (435) 336-3985