If you’re planning a trip to Las Vegas with your dog — or you’re a local who loves exploring the city with your pup — one of the first things you’ll need to understand is the local leash laws. Las Vegas may feel laid-back on the surface, but when it comes to dogs in public spaces, there are strict (and very specific) rules you need to follow.

And it’s not just about having your dog on a leash — there are also rules about how long that leash can be. Depending on where you are — Las Vegas, Henderson, North Las Vegas, or unincorporated Clark County — the details change slightly. Missing those little nuances could easily lead to fines, impoundment, or worse.

Here’s exactly what you need to know about leash laws across the valley — explained clearly, with no confusing legal speak.

A Quick Geography Note First

The Las Vegas area is part of Clark County, Nevada. But within Clark County, there are several independent cities — like City of Las Vegas, Henderson, and North Las Vegas — that have their own municipal governments, their own animal control departments, and their own leash laws. If you’re outside the city limits (for example, walking around the Strip or staying in an RV park on the edge of town), you’re under Clark County’s direct control.

Leash Laws in the City of Las Vegas

If you’re inside the City of Las Vegas — including Downtown, Summerlin, and surrounding neighborhoods — leash laws are very clear: dogs must be on a leash whenever they’re in any public area, unless they’re inside a fenced, designated off-leash dog park.

But it doesn’t stop there. The leash must not be longer than 6 feet. Whether you’re using a traditional leash, a retractable leash, or any other kind of lead, if it extends beyond six feet, it’s technically a violation. The idea is to keep your dog close enough to be under immediate control at all times, especially on sidewalks, in parks, or in communal spaces.

This leash rule also applies in mobile home parks, RV parks, apartment complexes, or any shared residential communities. Communal spaces like driveways, sidewalks, and open lawns are treated like public spaces under the law, meaning you must leash your dog properly — with a leash no longer than six feet — when outside your private fenced yard.

If you’re caught ignoring the rule, you could face a fine or even a misdemeanor charge. It’s much easier to invest in a good, sturdy 6-foot leash than to deal with tickets and court dates.

Leash Laws in Clark County (Including the Las Vegas Strip)

The Las Vegas Strip itself — that iconic stretch between Sahara Avenue and Sunset Road — is under Clark County jurisdiction, not the City of Las Vegas. Clark County’s leash laws mirror the city’s in many ways: dogs must be kept on a leash at all times in public spaces, and the leash must be no longer than 6 feet.

There’s also an additional rule you need to know if you’re anywhere near the Strip: dogs are completely banned on the Strip between noon and 5:00 a.m., even if they’re on a leash. Only service animals are allowed during these hours. This is strictly enforced to avoid issues with heavy pedestrian traffic at night.

Beyond the Strip, Clark County also governs many suburban areas like Enterprise, Paradise, Spring Valley, and Sunrise Manor. These are large residential communities, not separate cities, so Clark County’s leash laws apply there too. Whether you’re walking your dog through a neighborhood park, down a sidewalk, or in a shared residential complex, your dog must be leashed with a lead no longer than six feet.

As for mobile home parks and RV parks located in unincorporated Clark County, while the law doesn’t name them specifically, leash requirements still apply to any public or communal areas. So if you’re stepping outside your RV, mobile home, or apartment, your dog must be properly leashed and under control — just like anywhere else.

Leash Laws in North Las Vegas

Heading into North Las Vegas, leash rules stay consistent, but the city’s code gets a little more detailed about locations. Like elsewhere, dogs must be on a leash in public, and the leash must not exceed 6 feet in length.

What stands out about North Las Vegas is that its city code specifically calls out mobile home parks and RV parks as places where leash laws are enforced. So even if you’re inside a residential community that feels semi-private, shared spaces like walkways and green belts require your dog to be on a leash no longer than six feet.

Violations can get expensive quickly here — fines can go up to $1,137 per incident, and repeat offenders might find themselves facing court dates and possible community service requirements.

In North Las Vegas, it’s safest to assume that if you’re not inside your own enclosed, private property, your dog must be on a standard-length leash at all times.

Leash Laws in Henderson

Over in Henderson, which covers a large southeastern part of the valley including Green Valley, Anthem, and Inspirada, leash rules follow the same general format: dogs must either be securely confined on the owner’s private property or kept on a leash whenever they are off-property. And again, the maximum leash length allowed is 6 feet.

Henderson does a great job providing plenty of designated off-leash dog parks where you can let your pup run free inside fenced areas. But anywhere else — including public parks (unless inside the dog park section), sidewalks, shopping centers, and communal spaces at RV or mobile home parks — your dog must be on a 6-foot or shorter leash at all times.

Failure to leash properly can result in fines, citations, or even having your dog impounded if animal control gets involved.

Leash Laws in Boulder City

If you’re venturing a little farther southeast toward Hoover Dam or Lake Mead, you might find yourself in Boulder City. While Boulder City is technically still part of Clark County geographically, it’s an independent city with its own leash rules.

In Boulder City, dogs must be on a leash any time they are in public spaces, and just like elsewhere in the valley, the leash must not exceed 6 feet in length. This applies to parks, sidewalks, trails, shopping areas, and any other communal spaces, including shared areas in RV parks and mobile home communities.

Boulder City is known for being a quieter, more laid-back place compared to Las Vegas, but that doesn’t mean they take animal control lightly.
Violating leash laws here can result in fines, and loose dogs can be impounded if picked up by animal control.

If you’re visiting Boulder City with your pup, it’s safest to treat all outdoor public areas as leash-required zones unless you’re inside a specifically marked off-leash dog park.

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What Happens If You Break the Leash Law?

Breaking leash laws in Las Vegas or the surrounding areas can have real consequences, depending on where you are and the severity of the violation:

• Fines can range from $200 to over $1,000 per offense
• Community Service hours (sometimes 48 to 200 hours) may be assigned
• Potential Jail Time (up to 6 months) for serious or repeat violations
• Dog Impoundment, where reclaiming your pet will require proof of ownership, up-to-date vaccinations, and payment of impound and boarding fees

Even if you think your dog is perfectly behaved off-leash, accidents can happen. A sudden loud noise, a skateboarder zooming by — it doesn’t take much for even the calmest dog to get startled and run. Staying compliant with leash and length laws keeps both you and your dog safer.