Some hiking trails in the Presidio will be closed to dogs during the coyote pupping season over the next six months, Presidio Trust officials said.

During the restrictions, which began Monday and extend through early September, dogs aren’t allowed on the Park Trail from Mountain Lake to the Presidio Promenade, as well as the Bay Ridge Trail from the Rob Hill Campground to the Presidio Golf Course.

“During pupping season, coyotes are especially protective of their pups, and may exhibit aggressive behavior when encountering canines,” the Presidio Trust said in a news release.

A trail map of the Presidio shows areas that are closed to dogs, including the public golf course, during coyote pupping season, which will remain in effect until September. (Map via presidio.gov)

All 24 miles of trails in the Presidio will remain open to people. A trail map can be found online.

The trails that are closed to dogs will reopen in early September at the close of pupping season.

The Presidio Trust reminds the public to never feed coyotes or other wildlife; don’t leave human or pet food outside; keep dogs on a leash and under control; and report any unusual behavior to the coyote hotline at 415-561-4148 or by email.

The Presidio offers more information on coyotes on its website.