America's Best Dog Park Directory

Alabama Keisel Park Hours: Sunrise - Sunset Location: Highway 14 and Wire Road, Auburn, Ala.; conveniently located just west of Auburn University Veterinary School Features: Fenced, off-leash, 1 1/4-mile running/walking trail, trees, benches, parking, restrooms, shelter, water, trash, two ponds and a stream; two ponds and a stream; conveniently located just west of Auburn University Veterinary School Contact Info: Phone: (334) 887-4930 http://www.auburnalabama.org/parks George Ward Park This is a great disc golf course and dogs roam free and happy for acres. There is a creek of sorts on the far end for the dogs to get a drink and take a dip. Location: Green Springs. Directions: Exit 258 Greensprings Ave. off I-65, east, then left on Green Springs Hwy, 0.5 mile, right at 16th Ave. (1st light), then right through the old Apts. up hill past Tennis Center, stay left to back parking lot. Rhodes Park Large park with plenty of room for dogs to run and play; lots of friendly dogs on evenings and weekends; No fence. Location: Highland Avenue. Directions: HW 31 N to Highland Ave; turn right; continue on Highland until you come to Rhodes Park (2nd of three parks on Highland). Huntsville Dog Park/ The Dog Spot Location: Off Cleveland Ave, downtown, near the old train station and the skateboard park. Directions: From Meridian Street go under the freeway, turn right on Cleveland; it's right there. Features: Fenced; under the freeway. Has 2 areas--a smaller fenced-in area for dogs under 25 lb; and a large fenced area for larger dogs. Has a poop station in each area with plastic bags and a garbage can. Alaska Connors Bog - Anchorage This dog park is open 24 hours; it has a large lake and many different trails through lush green forest. It also has doggy clean-up bags. Naanuk Canine Central - Fairbanks Hours: 7 a.m. to 10 p.m. . Features: Dog drinking fountain, bag disposal, litter bins, tables, benches, fences, payphones, handicapped access, parking and a dog treat dispenser. Part of the area is separated by breed. Russian Jack Park - Anchorage Hours: 6 a.m. to 11 p.m. . Features: wooded area with lots of room to play Far North Bicentennial Park Hours: Location: Features: Russian Jack Park Hours: Location: Features: University Lake Park Hours: Location: Features: South Anchorage Sports Park Hours: Location: Features: Arizona Chandler Bark Park Location: Approx. 30 minutes south of Phoenix, Chandler Regional Sports Complex, 4500 S. Alma School and Basha Roads Hours: 6:30 a.m. - 10:30 p.m. . Contact Info: (480) 782-2750 Features: 6-acre off-leash park, fenced, benches, handicapped accessible, poop bags, parking, restrooms, lights, water, trash, training obstacles including seesaw, balance beam, tunnel, hurdles and A-frame Quail Run Park - Mesa Hours: 9 a.m. to 10 p.m. Location: 4155 E. Virginia Features: More than 3 acres to play in and features park benches, water fountains, a poop dispenser and more. Sahuaro Ranch Dog Park - Glendale Hours: 6 a.m. to 9 p.m. . Location: Features: offers agility games for dogs and pooper scoopers. P.U.P.S. Dog Park at Christopher Columbus Park - Tucson Hours: 6 a.m. to 10 p.m. Location: Features: has solar lighting for the "late crew" and a smaller area for smaller or timid dogs. Bark Master Park - Flagstaff Hours: 6 a.m. to 10 p.m. . Location: Features: offers picnic tables, dog-accessible water fountains, and a smaller area for small or timid dogs. Jackrabbit Dog Park - Phoenix Hours: open 24 hours Location: 60th St. and Paradise Lane Features: Desert Vista Park - Fountain Hills Hours: dawn to dusk Location: Features: 12-acres with two large off-leash fenced areas for big and small dogs, benches, poop bags, parking, and water and is handicapped accessible. Petsmart Dog Park at Washington - Phoenix Hours: Location: 23rd and Citrus Features: separate area for timid dogs and a large area for the rest of the dogs. It's wheelchair accessible and has poop bags, lights and benches. North Sixth Avenue Dog Park - Tucson Hours: dawn to dusk Location: 2075 N. 6th Ave Features: benches, grass, trees, a dog-friendly drinking fountain, a pooper scooper dispenser Lions Dog Park - Lake Havasu City Hours: 6 a.m. to 10:30 p.m. . Location: London Bridge Beach Features: water feature and hydrants, benches, shade shelters and a picnic ramada. Completely fenced; bathrooms are located outside of the dog park. McDonald Park - Tucson Hours: dawn to 7 p.m. . Location: Features: has one large area for large dogs and a smaller area for small and timid dogs. Reid Park - Tucson Hours: 8 a.m. to 10 p.m. . Location: Features: two fenced areas, one for dogs under 40 pounds and another for larger dogs. Grovers Basin Dog Park - Phoenix Hours: during daylight hours Location: Cave Creek Road and Grovers (north of Bell) Features: two separate areas for small and large dogs and has waste bags. Chaparral Park - Scottsdale Hours: open daily from dawn-9 p.m. . Location: 5401 N. Hayden Rd. (at the southeast corner of McDonald Drive and Hayden Road) Features: Fenced, 2.2 acres, benches, shade, restroom, water, separate areas for large and small dogs. Horizon Park - Scottsdale Hours: open daily from dawn-10:30 p.m. . Location: 15444 N. 100th St. (Thompson Peak Parkway and 100th Street, east of SR 101 off Frank Lloyd Wright Boulevard) Features: Fenced, lighted, benches, little shade, tables, disposal bags, trash cans, parking, phones, restrooms; bring your own water. Vista del Camino Park - Scottsdale Hours: Daily from dawn-10:30 p.m. . Location: 7700 East Pierce St. (take Pierce Street heading west from Hayden Road) Features: Fenced, lighted, 1 acre, grass turf, benches, restrooms nearby, dog and people water fountains, mutt mitt stations. Creamery Park - Tempe Hours: Daily 6 a.m.-midnight Location: 8th Street and Una Avenue (just south of University near Rural) Features: Fenced, lighted, benches, disposal bags, trash cans, parking, water. tempe.gov/pkrec/parkfacil/offleash.htm Jaycee Park – Tempe Hours: Daily 6 a.m.-midnight Location: 5th Street and Hardy Drive Features: Fenced, lighted, trees, benches, disposal bags, trash cans, parking, water. Access for the disabled. tempe.gov/pkrec/parkfacil/offleash.htm Mitchell Park - Tempe Hours: Daily 6 a.m.-midnight Location: Mitchell Drive and 9th Street Features: Fenced, lighted, trees, benches, disposal bags, trash cans, parking, water. Access for the disabled. tempe.gov/pkrec/parkfacil/offleash.htm Papago Park - Tempe Hours: Daily 6 a.m.-midnight. Location: Curry Road and College Avenue Features: Fenced, lighted, trees, disposal bags, trash cans, parking, water. tempe.gov/pkrec/parkfacil/offleash.htm Tempe Sports Complex - Tempe Hours: Daily 6 a.m.-midnight Location: Warner Road and Hardy Drive Features: Fenced, lighted, trees, disposal bags, trash cans, parking, water. tempe.gov/pkrec/parkfacil/offleash.htm Arkansas 4 Paws Park Hours: Open all hours Location: Hyman Drive, Maumelle, Ark. Contact Info: Maumelle Friends of the Animals; Web: http://www.maumellefoa.org/; phone: (501) 851-6219 Features: Fenced, off-leash, trees, poop bags, water, parking, trash, benches Jacksonville Dog Park - Jacksonville Hours: Location: Features: Fort Smith Dog Park - Fort Smith Hours: hours starting from 6 a.m. Location: Features: this park features a large pond and 40 acres of totally fenced area. There is a small dog area, a water fountain for people and dogs to drink from and shade trees. California Silverlake Dog Park Hours: Sunrise - Sunset Location: 1850 Silverlake Blvd., Los Angeles, Calif. Contact Info: Web site: http://home.earthlink.net/~lmalsby/index.htm; email: lmalsby@earthlink.net; phone: (323) 666-7272 Features: 1.5-acre off-leash park, fenced, benches, tables, handicapped accessible, poop bags, trees, lights, water, trash Remington Dog Park Hours: Sunrise - Sunset Location: Bridgeway and Ebbtide Avenues, Sausalito, Calif. Contact Info: Web site: http://sausalitodogpark.org/; email: tgourdin@pacbell.net Features: 1.3-acre off-leash park, fenced, benches, tables, trash, dog drinking water station, lights, storage shed, "scooper" cleaning station Wardlaw Dog Park - Vallejo Hours: Location: Features: 2.2 acres with separate enclosure for smaller and older dogs. There is a picnic area with bathrooms and a bridge connecting the park to a walking path. Web: www.wardlawdogpark.com Orange Dog Park - Orange Hours: 7 a.m. until sunset Location: Features: large and small dog park sections Halcrest Dog Park - Costa Mesa Hours: 7 a.m.-8 p.m. . Location: Features: Costa Mesa Bark Park - Costa Mesa Hours: dawn to dusk Location: Features: http://cmbarkpark.org Laurel Canyon Dog Park - Hollywood Hours: 7 days a week Location: Features: a baby pool and drinking fountain W.O.O.F! Pac Park - Santa Maria Hours: 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. . Location: Features: offers 3 plus acres to run and play in. Other features include mutt mitts, benches, water fountains, big and little dog areas, double-gated entry and toys Partner Park - Sacramento Hours: 5 a.m. to 10 p.m. Location: Features: http://www.cityofsacramento.org/parksandrecreation/parks/dogpark1.htm Palm Springs Dog Park - Palm Springs Hours: Location: directly behind the City Hall Features:1.6 acres where dogs can run free and owners can socialize. This park offers trees, swings, canine bathroom facilities, antique fire hydrants and pooper scoopers. Dog Beach - Ocean Beach, San Diego Hours: 24 hours Location: Features: the only oceanfront dog park in the city; leash-free Sepulveda Basin Off-Leash Dog Park - Van Nuys Hours: open dusk to dawn Location: Features: It has 5 acres of running space, watering stations with bowls and fire hydrants Long Beach Dog Park - Long Beach Hours: until 10 p.m. Location: 5701 W. 7th street Features: 1.75 acres, fenced, watering holes for dogs and a bathing area. Nipomo's Off Leash Recreational Area - Nipomo Hours: dawn to dusk Location: Features: Coronado Dog Beach - Coronado Hours: Location: Features: This park is a beautiful clean white beach with long stretches of sand, views of Pt. Loma and Hotel Del Coronado. Mitchell Park Dog Run - Palo Alto Hours: Location: 3800 Middlefield Rd. Features: large fenced in area with double-gated entrance, benches, plenty of trees and is in the process of adding more sitting areas and lighting. Thousand Oaks Dog Park - Thousand Oaks Hours: 7 a.m. to dusk Location: Features: full of big trees and grassy areas. It offers 3 water fountains, pooper scoopers, trash cans and several picnic tables and benches. Laguna Niguel Dog Park - Laguna Nigel Hours: 7 a.m. to dusk Location: 31461 Golden Lantern Features: http://www.orangecounty.net/html/pets_rec.html#ln Venice Dog Park - Venice Hours: 5 a.m. to 10 p.m. Location: Features: offers big trees with lots of squirrels, sand pit for digging, pooper scoopers, monthly pet fairs with visiting vets, pet adoptions and a pet psychic Wood Wark Park - Fresno Hours: 8 a.m. and 10 p.m. . Location: Features: offers dog fountains, fire hydrant, tennis balls, benches and pooper scoopers. Knoll Hill Dog Park - San Pedro Hours: sunrise to sunset Location: 200 Knoll Drive. Features: Wheelchair-accessible fenced areas for large and small dogs and offers mud-free water stations, decorative fire hydrants, shade trees, benches, restrooms, and poop disposal supplies. Wags of Fun - Susanville Hours: 9 a.m. and 6 p.m. Location: Features: It has water holes for water dogs, doggie drinking fountains, and dog toys. Laguna Lake Dog Park - San Luis Obispo Hours: dawn to dusk. Location: Features: 1100-foot leash-free area and is close to a lake. Rocky Memorial Dog Park - Petaluma Hours: 7 a.m. to dusk Location: Features: large open area for running. Laguna Beach Dog Park - Laguna Beach Hours: dawn to dusk, closed on Wednesdays for maintenance Location: Laguna Canyon Road Features: Dog Beach - Huntington Beach Hours: 6 a.m. to 7 p.m. Location: Features: www.dogbeach.org. Upland Dog Park - Upland Hours: 6 a.m. to 8 p.m. Location: Features: 5-acres, has a fenced small dog area, restrooms, picnic areas, and a play area. Point Isabel Regional Shoreline - Richmond Hours: Location: Features: offers free Mutt Mitt dispensers, garbage cans, and a dogwash concession. Dogs can swim in the bay and there are over 21 acres of off-leash play area. Alston Park - Napa Hours: dawn to dusk Location: Features: large fenced play area, 100 acres of on- and off-leash trails, paddle boats, scooper stations, tennis racquets for lobbing balls, and picnic tables and benches. Star Canine Social Club - Oxnard Hours: Location: Features: This no-charge dog club meets at 2nd and H Street from 2 to 4 p.m. . and offers agility equipment, a small dog area, organized activities, and twice-monthly off-leash play. Cricket's Corner - Encinitas Hours: daily 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. . Location: Features: nearly an acre of fenced in, grass-covered off-leash fun; a built-in water fountains, a separate, enclosed area for small dogs and puppies (11 weeks and older); a soda machine on premises; trees and shaded areas for you and your dog to rest under, and park benches for the two-legged guests. www.rchumanesociety.org Balboa Park Dog Run - San Diego Hours: 24 hours Location: Balboa Drive and Hwy 163. Features: off-leash, not fenced. www.balboapark.org/rules.html St. Mary's Park - San Francisco Hours: Location: Features: This fenced dog park has benches, dog and human water fountains and a paved path around a large grass area. Stoner Park - West Los Angeles Hours: Location: Features: Pup 'n Run - Palo Alto Hours: 7 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Location: Features: a fountain that dogs can play in, a dog food and supply stand, clean grass, sun and shady spots for dogs to rest in Poway Community Park - Poway Hours: 24 hours Location: Features: off-leash and has three separate areas for different sizes of dogs, poop bags, clean water fountains and lights at night. Harry Griffin Dog Park - La Mesa Hours: 7 a.m. to dusk Location: 9550 Milden Street Features: one-acre sand and grass area for large dogs and a fenced sand and grass lot for dogs under 30 lbs. There is also a dog-friendly drinking fountain just outside the fence. Well's Park - El Cajon Hours: 7 a.m. to 9 p.m. Location: 1153 E. Madison Ave. El Cajon, Ca. 92021 Features: approximately 2 acres fenced in, many large trees for plenty of shade and 2 picnic benches covered by a canopy. Small and large dogs are separated with the large dog side at approximately 1.25 acres of undulating hills. There are 2 water fountains (one on each side) with 3 outlets to drink from.Each side is covered with about 90 percent grass, some trees and 3 stations per side for pooper scoopers and trash cans. When it gets dark the 2 baseball-size lighting towers make it easy to see even the smallest of dogs trying to hide. Contact Info: phone (619)441-1680 Memorial Park - San Ramon Hours: 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. . Location: Bolinger Canyon and San Ramon Valley Blvd. Features: park is on a bluff overlooking San Ramon Valley, has a good-sized track for walking/running your dog and the area is fenced in. Plaza Dog Park - Visalia Hours: 24 hours Location: directly across from the Holiday Inn near the intersections of Highways 99 and 198 Features: offers off-leash, enclosed areas for small dogs, lots of shade, toys, chairs for owners and fresh water. It is walking distance to a fishing pond, tennis courts and children's play area. Redondo Beach Dog Park - Redondo Beach Hours: dawn to 9 p.m. Location: Flagler and 190the St. Features: It features two large sections for big dogs and another area for small dogs. Pooper scoopers and bags are always available. www.rbdogpark.com.. Drigon Dog Park - Union City Hours: 6 a.m. to dark Location: Features: separate sections for small (under 35 pounds) and large dogs; an agility course, doggy water fountains, benches and a paved walkway. Pooch Dog Park - Citrus Heights Hours: dawn to dusk Location: within C Bar C Park on Oak Avenue Features: shade and water Calabasas Bark Park - Calabasas Hours: Daily 5 a.m.-9 p.m. . Location: 4232 Las Virgenes Rd., south of the Las Virgenes Municipal Water District (approximately 2 miles west of US 101 on the south side) Features: Fenced, lighted, trees, benches, scoops, trash cans, paved parking, dog water fountain, separate areas for large and small dogs. cityofcalabasas.com/recreation/barkpark.html or send comments and questions to mail@cmbarkpark.org Costa Mesa Bark Park - Costa Mesa Hours: Wed.-Mon. dawn-dusk; phone ahead in rainy conditions Location: Arlington Drive and Newport Boulevard, across from the Orange County Fairgrounds Equestrian Center Features: Fenced, 2.1 acres, grass turf, trees, benches, tables, disposal bags, trash cans, parking, restrooms, water. Access for the disabled. cmbarkpark.org, hotline (949) 733-4101 Elizabeth Anne Perrone Dog Park - Glen Ellen Hours: Daily dawn-dusk Location: 13630 Sonoma Hwy. in Sonoma Valley Regional Park (SR 12 between Arnold Drive and Madrone Road) Features: Fenced, 1 acre, double-gated entry, covered gazebo, shade trees, dog water fountain; parking fee $4. sonoma-county.org/PARKS/foundation/perrone_dog_park.htm Huntington Dog Beach - Huntington Beach Hours: Daily 5 a.m.-10 p.m. .; parking lot closes at 8 p.m. . Location: Pacific Coast Highway between 21st and Seapoint streets Features: Unfenced, benches and tables on the bluffs above the beach, disposal bags, trash cans, metered parking, restrooms. Dogs may be off leash anywhere on the beach while under an owner’s supervision. Access for the disabled to the sand. dogbeach.org Laguna Niguel Pooch Park - Laguna Niguel Hours: Tues.-Thurs. and Sat. 7 a.m.-dusk, Sun. 8 a.m.-dusk, Mon. and Fri. noon-dusk Location: 31461 Golden Lantern near Chapparosa Park Features: fenced, 1.1 acres, landscaped, water. ci.laguna-niguel.ca.us/index.asp?SID=481 Long Beach Recreation Dog Park - Long Beach Hours: Daily dawn-10 p.m. . Location: 5201 East 7th St. at Park Features: Fenced, lighted, trees, crushed-granite surface, benches, tables, disposal bags, trash cans, parking, water, separate fenced area for small dogs. Access for the disabled. geocities.com/lbdogpark Palm Springs Dog Park - Palm Springs Hours: Daily dawn-10 p.m. . Location: 3200 E Tahquitz Canyon Way, behind City Hall Features: Fenced, lighted, double-gated entry, trees, benches, tables, shelter, disposal bags, trash cans, parking, phones, dual-level drinking fountains, separate areas for large and small dogs, antique fire hydrants. Access for the disabled. ci.palm-springs.ca.us/dogpark.html Redondo Beach Dog Park - Redondo Beach Hours: Daily dawn-dusk; closed Wed. dawn-noon for maintenance Location: Southeast corner of 190th Street and Flagler Lane Features: Fenced, trees, benches, disposal bags, trash cans, parking, phones, water, separate fenced area for small dogs. Access for the disabled. rbdogpark.com Granite Dog Park - Sacramento Hours: Daily dawn-10 p.m. . Location: Ramona Avenue off Power Inn Road in Granite Regional Park Features: Fenced, 2 acres, bench, disposal bags, trash cans, water spigot for dogs. Access for the disabled. cityofsacramento.org/parksandrecreation/parks/dogpark1.htm Partner Park - Sacramento Hours: Daily dawn-10 p.m. . Location: 5699 South Land Park Dr. at Fruitridge Road, behind Belle Coolidge Community Center Features: Fenced, lighted, 2 acres landscaped with turf and mature trees, bench, disposal bags, trash cans, waterspigot for dogs. Access for the disabled. cityofsacramento.org/parksandrecreation/parks/dogpark1.htm Balboa Park - San Diego Hours: Daily 24 hours Location: Two off-leash areas: (1) Nate’s Point at El Prado, on the southwest side of Cabrillo Bridge (2) Morley Field, northwest of the tennis courts Features: Unfenced, large field sandiego.gov/park-and-recreation/general-info/dogs.shtml Cadman Community Park - San Diego Hours: Phone (858) 581-9929 for specific hours Location: 4280 Avati Dr. Features: Unfenced sandiego.gov/park-and-recreation/general-info/dogs.shtml Capehart Park (Pacific Beach) - San Diego Hours: Daily 24 hours Location: Soledad Mountain Road and Feldspar Street Features: Fenced, 1 acre, picnic tables, benches, parking, separate grass-turf areas for large and small dogs, areas to provide water for dogs, drinking fountain. sandiego.gov/park-and-recreation/general-info/dogs.shtml Dog Beach - San Diego Hours: Daily 24 hours Location: Voltaire Street in Ocean Beach; enter the parking lot at the west end of Voltaire Features: Unfenced, disposal bags, trash cans, water, restrooms nearby. Access for the disabled. sandiego.gov/park-and-recreation/general-info/dogs.shtml Fiesta Island - San Diego Hours: Daily 6 a.m.-10 p.m. . Location: Mission Bay Park; this island allows dogs anywhere outside the fenced areas. Features: sandiego.gov/park-and-recreation/general-info/dogs.shtml Grape Street Park - San Diego Hours: Mon.-Fri. 7:30 a.m.-9 p.m. .; Sat.-Sun. and holidays 9-9 Location: Grape Street and Granada Avenue Features: Unfenced, 5 acres, lighted, trees, benches, tables, trash cans, parking, restrooms, water. sandiego.gov/park-and-recreation/general-info/dogs.shtml Alamo Square Park - San Francisco Hours: Daily 6 a.m.-10 p.m. . Location: Scott Street between Hayes and Fulton streets in the western half of the park Features: Unfenced; dogs must be under firm voice control. sfgov.org/site/recpark_index.asp?id=1448 Alta Plaza Park - San Francisco Hours: Daily 6 a.m.-10 p.m. . Location: Clay Street between Scott and Steiner streets, on the second terrace of the park Features: Unfenced; dogs must be under firm voice control. sfgov.org/site/recpark_index.asp?id=1448 Bernal Heights - San Francisco Hours: Daily 6 a.m.-10 p.m. . Location: Bernal Heights Boulevard at the top of the hill Features: Unfenced; dogs must be under firm voice control. sfgov.org/site/recpark_index.asp?id=1448 Brotherhood Mini Park - San Francisco Hours: Daily 6 a.m.-10 p.m. Location: Head Street and Brotherhood Way on Department of Public Works property Features: Unfenced; dogs must be under firm voice control. sfgov.org/site/recpark_index.asp?id=1448 Buena Vista Park - San Francisco Hours: Daily 6 a.m.-10 p.m. . Location: Buena Vista West at Central Avenue Features: Unfenced; dogs must be under firm voice control sfgov.org/site/recpark_index.asp?id=1448 Corona Heights - San Francisco Hours: Daily 6 a.m.-10 p.m. . Location: Roosevelt Way and Museum Way in the field next to Randall Museum Features: Fenced. sfgov.org/site/recpark_index.asp?id=1448 Crocker Amazon Playground - San Francisco Hours: Daily 6 a.m.-10 p.m. . Location: Between LaGrande and Dublin streets in the northern portion of park, adjacent to community garden Features: Unfenced; dogs must be under firm voice control. sfgov.org/site/recpark_index.asp?id=1448 Dolores Park - San Francisco Hours: Daily 6 a.m.-10 p.m. . Location: Between Church and Dolores streets, south of tennis courts and soccer field to central lawn Features: Unfenced; dogs must be under firm voice control. sfgov.org/site/recpark_index.asp?id=1448 Douglass Park - San Francisco Hours: Daily 6 a.m.-10 p.m. . Location: 27th and Douglass streets, upper field Features: Unfenced; dogs must be under firm voice control. sfgov.org/site/recpark_index.asp?id=1448 Eureka Valley Recreation Center - San Francisco Hours: Daily 6 a.m.-10 p.m. . Location: Collingwood Street, adjacent to the tennis courts, east of baseball diamond Features: Fenced. sfgov.org/site/recpark_index.asp?id=1448 Golden Gate Park - San Francisco Hours: Location: Four off-leash areas: (1) Southeast section bounded by Lincoln Way, King Drive and 2nd and 7th avenues (2) Northeast section at Fulton and Willard streets (3) South-central area bounded by Martin Luther King Jr. Drive, Middle Drive and 34th and 38th avenues (4) Fenced dog-training area near 38th Avenue and Fulton Street Features: sfgov.org/site/recpark_index.asp?id=1448 Jefferson Park - San Francisco Hours: Location: Features: sfgov.org/site/recpark_index.asp?id=1448 Eddy and Laguna Streets at the northwest end of the park Daily 6 a.m.-10 p.m. . Lafayette Park - San Francisco Hours: Location: Features: sfgov.org/site/recpark_index.asp?id=1448 Near Sacramento Street between Octavia and Gough streets Daily 6 a.m.-10 p.m. . Unfenced; dogs must be under firm voice control. Lake Merced - San Francisco Hours: Location: Features: sfgov.org/site/recpark_index.asp?id=1448 Lake Merced Boulevard and Middlefield Drive, northern lake area Daily 6 a.m.-10 p.m. . Unfenced; dogs must be under firm voice control. McKinley Square - San Francisco Hours: Location: Features: sfgov.org/site/recpark_index.asp?id=1448 San Bruno Avenue and 20th Street, on the west slope Daily 6 a.m.-10 p.m. . Unfenced; dogs must be under firm voice control. McLaren Park - San Francisco Hours: Location: Features: sfgov.org/site/recpark_index.asp?id=1448 Two off-leash areas: (1) A 59-acre hilltop bounded by Shelly Drive with trails, open areas, reservoir and fence at roadway. Includes natural area, excludes group picnic facilities, children’s play area and custodian housing. Leash restrictions during performances at amphitheater. (2) South entrance at 1600 block of Geneva adjacent to natural area with open area fenced on roadway Daily 6 a.m.-10 p.m. . Mountain Lake Park - San Francisco Hours: Location: Features: sfgov.org/site/recpark_index.asp?id=1448 North of Lake Street at 8th Avenue, east end of park Daily 6 a.m.-10 p.m. . Unfenced; dogs must be under firm voice control. Pine Lake Park - San Francisco Hours: Location: Features: sfgov.org/site/recpark_index.asp?id=1448 Crestlake and Vale streets, west of and contiguous to Stern Grove and adjacent to the parking lot Daily 6 a.m.-10 p.m. . Unfenced; dogs must be under firm voice control. Potrero Hill Mini Park - San Francisco Hours: Location: Features: sfgov.org/site/recpark_index.asp?id=1448 22nd Street between Arkansas and Connecticut streets Daily 6 a.m.-10 p.m. . Unfenced; dogs must be under firm voice control. St. Mary’s Recreation Center - San Francisco Hours: Location: Features: sfgov.org/site/recpark_index.asp?id=1448 Justin and Benton Streets, lower terrace of the park Daily 6 a.m.-10 p.m. . Fenced. Stern Grove - San Francisco Hours: Location: Features: sfgov.org/site/recpark_index.asp?id=1448 Wawona Street between 21st and 23rd avenues, north side Daily 6 a.m.-10 p.m. . Unfenced; dogs must be under firm voice control. Upper Noe Recreation Center - San Francisco Hours: Location: Features: sfgov.org/site/recpark_index.asp?id=1448 30th Street between Church and Sanchez streets, behind and along the baseball field Daily 6 a.m.-10 p.m. . Fenced. Walter Haas Playground - San Francisco Hours: Location: Features: sfgov.org/site/recpark_index.asp?id=1448 Diamond Heights Boulevard on upper terrace of the park Daily 6 a.m.-10 p.m. . Unfenced; dogs must be under firm voice control. Field of Dogs - San Rafael Hours: Location: Features: fieldofdogs.org 3540 Civic Center Dr. near the intersection of US 101 and North San Pedro Road Daily dawn-dusk Fenced, double-gated entry, trees, benches, tables, shelter, disposal bags, trash cans, parking, water. Access for the disabled. DeTurk Roundbarn Park - Santa Rosa Hours: Location: Features: ci.santa-rosa.ca.us/rp/ 819 Donahue St. between West 8th and 9th streets Daily dawn-dusk Fenced, water (small neighborhood park). Doyle Park Dog Park - Santa Rosa Hours: Location: Features: ci.santa-rosa.ca.us/rp/ 700 Hoen Ave. within Doyle Park (go west on Sonoma Avenue, turn left on Hoen and then turn right into the parking lot; the fenced dog park is behind the stadium) Daily dawn-dusk Fenced, 3/4 acre, bench, disposal bags, water. Galvin Dog Park - Santa Rosa Hours: Location: Features: ci.santa-rosa.ca.us/rp/ 3330 Yulupa Ave. in Don Galvin Park, next to Bennet Valley Golf Course Daily dawn-dusk Fenced, double-gated entry, trees, trash cans, parking, water. Access for the disabled. Northwest Community Dog Park - Santa Rosa Hours: Location: Features: ci.santa-rosa.ca.us/rp/ 2620 W. Steele Lane in Northwest Community Park (go west on Gurneville Road, turn right on Marlow and then turn right at the first traffic light into the park’s parking lot; walk east along the path to the dog park on the left) Daily dawn-dusk Fenced, 1 acre, benches, disposal bags, trash cans, restrooms nearby, water, separate area for small dogs. Rincon Valley Dog Park - Santa Rosa Hours: Location: Features: ci.santa-rosa.ca.us/rp/ 5108 Badger Rd. in Rincon Valley Community Park Daily dawn-dusk Fenced, 1/2 acre, trees, benches, tables, disposal bags, trash cans, parking, phones, restrooms, water, separate fenced areas for large and small dogs (large-dog area closed during the winter), fenced pond area for dogs (open year-round). Monitors are present during peak hours to enforce rules. Access for the disabled. 700 Doyle Park Drive - Santa Rosa Hours: Location: Features: ci.santa-rosa.ca.us/rp/ 700 Doyle Park Dr. (go west on Sonoma, turn left on Hoen and then turn right into the parking lot; the unfenced, off-leash area is to the right of the fenced dog park) Daily 6-9 a.m., early Apr.-late Oct. Doyle Park - Santa Rosa Hours: Location: Features: ci.santa-rosa.ca.us/rp/ 700 Hoen Ave. (the fenced dog park is behind the stadium) Mon.-Fri. 6-9 a.m. Dogs may be off leash within the park, but must be kept on leash from the parking lot to the park entrance. Franklin Park - Santa Rosa Hours: Location: Features: ci.santa-rosa.ca.us/rp/ 2095 Franklin Ave. Daily 6-8 a.m. Southwest Community - Santa Rosa Hours: Location: Features: ci.santa-rosa.ca.us/rp/ 1698 Hearn Ave. Daily 6-8 a.m. Youth Community - Santa Rosa Hours: Location: Features: ci.santa-rosa.ca.us/rp/ 1725 Fulton Rd. Daily 6-8 a.m. Remington Dog Park - Sausalito Hours: Location: Features: dogpark-sausalito.com Ebbtide at Bridgeway Mon.-Fri. 7-7, Sat.-Sun. 8-7 Fully fenced, lighted, safety-gated entry, picnic tables, benches, tents for shelter, scoops and scooper cleaning station, trash cans, parking, water, tennis balls and racquets provided. Sierra Madre Dog Park - Sierra Madre Hours: Location: Features: ci.sierra-madre.ca.us/departments/administrative_services/licenses_detail.asp?ID=279 611 East Sierra Madre Blvd. in Sierra Vista Park, south of the tennis courts Daily 6 a.m.-10 p.m. . Permit required; daily permit $5. Daily and annual permits are available at City Hall; the Sierra Madre Police Department, 242 W. Sierra Madre Blvd.; or the Sierra Madre Community Recreation Center, 611 E. Sierra Madre Blvd. Fenced, lighted, double-gated entry, trees, benches, disposal bags, trash cans, parking, phones, restrooms, water, separate fenced areas for large/active dogs and “special needs” dogs. Access for the disabled. Colorado Palmer Park Dog Park After roaming the wilds of Palmer Park by requisite leash, Spot will give you plenty of doggie kisses for bringing him to the adjacent dog park. This fenced-in softball field plays host to as many as 50 dogs at a time, and serves as a popular hangout for the Lassie-loving citizens of Colorado Springs. Where: Palmer Park, Maizeland and Academy Roads, Colorado Springs, Colo. Hours: Sunrise - Sunset Contact Info: Colorado Springs Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services; phone: (719) 385-5940 Features: Off-leash, fenced, benches, tables, poop bags, parking, water fountains for dogs and owners, trash, phones, restrooms, handicapped accessible Bonus Features: Double-gated park entry system Southwest Dog Park - Fort Collins This park is open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week! It also has 3 acres of land where dogs can run without a leash. Cheesman Park - Denver This park has pleny of green space and plenty of other dogs to romp around with! Bear Creek Dog Park - Colorado Springs This park is located at the intersection of Rio Grande and 21st street and is open 5 a.m. to 9 p.m. . and provides waste bags, creeks for swimming and established trails for walking. Valmont Dog Park - Boulder This park is fenced in with a big dog and little dog side. Rover Run - Greeley This park is located east of N. 59th and F Sts. It is open during daylight hours and has lots of good and friendly dogs. Happy Tails - Northglen This 5-acre park is open from 6 a.m. to 10 p.m. . and has lighting, a fountain, trees, a fenced area, a special off-leash area and a caring dog owner's group. Rampart Park - Colorado Springs This park is located at Lexington and Union behind Rampart High school. It features a huge fenced area to run in, big downed trees for dogs and people to jump off or sit on, benches and it's away from busy streets. It has wood chips, wild weeds and little trees. It has plenty handicap and regular parking. Berkeley Park - Denver This park is located at Sheridan Avenue and I-70 and is open during daylight hours. It has very sturdy old-style black metal fencing, plenty of trees and grass, views of Berkeley Park Lake and Lakeside Amusement Park. Quincy Reservoir Dog Park - Aurora This park is open from 7 a.m. until dusk and has an extremely large fenced area with a fountain, a dirt area and a separate grass area. Chatfield State Park - Littleton This park is open from 8 a.m. to dusk and has an off-lead dog area complete with two swimming ponds! Stapleton Dog Park - Denver This park is open from 7 a.m. to dusk and has a water fountain, bags available for waste clean-up and a large fenced-in area. Fossil Creek Dog Park - Fort Collins This park is located at 5821 S. Lemay Avenue. It has water fountains for humans and dogs, a separate small/shy dog area, poop bag stations throughout the park, and benches and shade for humans. Grandview Off-Leash Dog Park - Aurora For additional information phone (303) 739-7160 17900 E. Quincy Ave., west of Quincy Reservoir and just east of Pitkin Street Daily dawn-dusk Fenced, trash cans, parking, water. East Boulder Community - Boulder City ci.boulder.co.us/parks-recreation/PARKS/dog_parks_main.htm 5660 Sioux Dr. Daily dawn-dusk Fenced, disposal bags, trash cans, parking, water, fenced-off swimming area. Access for the disabled. Foothills Community Park - Boulder City ci.boulder.co.us/parks-recreation/PARKS/dog_parks_main.htm Locust Avenue and Lee Hill Road, west of Broadway Daily dawn-dusk Fenced, disposal bags, trash cans, parking, water. Access for the disabled. Howard H. Hueston Park - Boulder City ci.boulder.co.us/parks-recreation/PARKS/dog_parks_main.htm 34th Street near O’Neal Parkway Daily dawn-dusk Unfenced, trees, benches, tables, trash cans, parking. Dogs must be under voice and sight control. Access for the disabled. Valmont Dog Park - Boulder City ci.boulder.co.us/parks-recreation/PARKS/dog_parks_main.htm Valmont and Airport roads Daily dawn-dusk Fenced, disposal bags, trash cans, parking, water. Access for the disabled. Palmer Park - Colorado Springs http://www.springsgov.com/Page.asp?NavID=5109 Maizeland Road and Academy Boulevard Daily 5 a.m.-11 p.m. ., May-Oct.; 5 a.m.-9 p.m. ., rest of year Fenced, benches, tables, disposal bags, trash cans, parking, restrooms, water. Access for the disabled. Rampart Dog Park - Colorado Springs http://www.springsgov.com/Page.asp?NavID=5109 8270 Lexington Dr. (from the intersection of Lexington Drive and N. Union Boulevard, go north on Lexington, then turn left into the park entrance) Daily 5 a.m.-11 p.m. ., May-Oct.; 5 a.m.-9 p.m. ., rest of year Fenced, trees, benches, disposal bags, trash cans, parking, water. Access for the disabled. Barnum Park - Denver www.denvergov.org/PRdogsoffleash/ or Dogs-off-leash hotline: (303) 964-1006 Hooker and West 5th Daily 5:00 a.m. – 11:00 p.m. 3 acres, natural barriers – turf, split rail fence sections to delineate area boundaries, trees, trash bags and barrels, bulletin board, parking, restroom. Berkeley Park - Denver www.denvergov.org/PRdogsoffleash/ or Dogs-off-leash hotline: (303) 964-1006 Sheridan and West 46th Daily 5:00 a.m. – 11:00 p.m. Fenced, 2 acres, turf, double-gate entry, trash bags and barrels, bulletin board, trees, parking. Denver Off-Leash Dog Park - Denver denvergov.org or email kelledl@ci.denver.co.us for additional information 678 South Jason St. behind the Denver Municipal Animal Shelter Daily dawn-dusk Fenced, grass turf, parking, toys. Access for the disabled. Fuller Park - Denver www.denvergov.org/PRdogsoffleash/ or Dogs-off-leash hotline: (303) 964-1006 Franklin and East 29th Daily 5:00 a.m. – 11:00 p.m. Fenced, 1 acre, turf, double-gate entry, trash bags and barrels, bulletin board, on-street neighborhood parking only. Green Valley Ranch East Park - Denver www.denvergov.org/PRdogsoffleash/ or Dogs-off-leash hotline: (303) 964-1006 Jebel and East 45th Daily 5:00 a.m. – 11:00 p.m. 2 acres, natural barriers – native vegetation, split rail fence sections to delineate area boundaries, trash bags and barrels, parking. Kennedy Park - Denver www.denvergov.org/PRdogsoffleash/ or Dogs-off-leash hotline: (303) 964-1006 Hampden and South Dayton Daily 5:00 a.m. – 11:00 p.m. 3 acres, natural barriers – native vegetation, split rail fence sections to delineate area boundaries, trash bags and barrels, bulletin board, very limited parking. Connecticut Hamden Dog Park Hamden's gates opened to puppies in February 2002, and the park quickly became the premier center for Connecticut's canine community. Just two shakes of a dog's tail from New Haven, the park's tree-lined trails provide a lovely respite for pups and their parents. Where: Bassett Park on Waite Street, next to New Haven Country Club, across from lower baseball fields, Hamden, Conn. Hours: Sunrise - Sunset Contact Info: Web site: http://www.hamdenrdog.org/index.html; email: eronica.soell@yale.edu; phone: (203) 248-3341 Features: Off-leash, fenced, volunteer park monitors, gravel trail, picnic tables, benches, poop bags, notice board, trash, handicapped accessible Additional Services: Hamden Responsible Dog Owners' Group (R-DOG), which promotes responsible local dog ownership. Group meets first Tuesday of every month; park fund-raisers include dog cookie bake-offs! The Southbury Dog Park - Southbury This park is filled with rivers, trails, benches and clean up bags and 2 dog jumps! It is open dawn to dusk. Winslow Park - Westport This park is open in daylight hours and has a doggy drinking fountain. Off-leash is also accepted. Taylor Farm - Norwalk This park is open 24/7 and has a lot of acreage for your dog to run. Bark Park - Ridgefield This park is open 24/7 and has a divider down the middle for any dogs (usually small) who may get intimidated. Lake Mohegan - Fairfield This park has gravel trails, waterfalls, pools of water, running brooks, a people lake and a dog lake. Cove Island Park - Stamford This year-round park is open from 6 a.m. to 12 a.m. It features a dog water fountain, poop bags and lots of trees and grass. Delaware Carousel Park Adjacent to Carousel Park's tumbling fields lurks a bone-a-fide bark park, complete with miniature water pumps for thirsty dogs and a designated dog swimming area amid the tranquil waters of Enchanted Lake. Where: Route 7 and Limestone Road, Pike Creek, Del. Hours: Sunrise - Sunset Contact Info: Phone: (302) 999-1922 Features: Off-leash, benches, tables, water wee-pumps, trees, parking, restrooms, trash Bonus Features: Designated swim area, near horse stables (keep dogs on leashes on horse trails) PARKS SENT IN BY YOU Bark Park at Carousel Farms - Pike Creek This park is open during daylight hours and has a great pond gor swimming and lots of room to run. Del Mar Dog Beach - Del Mar This park is open 24 hours, 7 days a week and is leash free only Sept. to May. Talley Day Dog Park - Wilmington This park is located on Foulk Road and has separate areas for large and small dogs, people and doggy water fountains, and a fenced-in area. District of Columbia Congressional Cemetery At this privately owned cemetery turned dog park, annual membership fees are $125 per family and $25 per dog, and offer unlimited off-leash dog play privileges. The cemetery's budget comes from the generous folks who pay the membership fees and help keep this park from going to the dogs! Where: 1801 E Street S.E., Washington, D.C. Hours: Open 24 hours Contact Info: Phone: (202) 727-1000 Features: Off-leash, fenced, poop bags, benches, trees, trash, water, lights Bonus Features: Paved trails and grassy embankments where Spot can run free Glover Park Dog Park Keep Fido from fantasizing about the grasses of Capitol Hill and the White House lawn by indulging in a trip to Glover Park Dog Park. The grounds are grand enough to help your pooch forget he ever wanted to be a legal beagle. Where: 39th Street and W Streets, N.W., near Glover Archibald Park, Washington D.C. Hours: Sunrise - Sunset Contact Info: Phone: (202) 727-1000 Features: Off-leash, unfenced, tables benches, trees, trash, water Bonus Features: Put Lassie back on her leash and explore the trails leading into the park's surrounding woods Guy Mason Dog Run - Guy Mason Park This park also has a playground for children. Florida Bark Park at Snyder Park Snyder Park's $2 entrance fee is a small price to pay for access to the local Bark Park. This pooch haven's agility course keeps dogs on their toes, while its open-air pavilions keep owners off their feet. Hounds and humans can relax or take advantage of opportunities for outdoor bonding, like obedience courses and fund-raising activities. Where: 3299 S.W. Fourth Ave., Fort Lauderdale, Fla. Hours: 7 a.m. - 7 p.m. . Contact Info: Web site: http://ci.ftlaud.fl.us/cityparks/dogs.htm; phone: (954) 828-DOGS Features: Off-leash, fenced, trees, benches, picnic tables, dog and person drink stations, poop bags, trash, restrooms, parking, handicapped accessible; $2 adult entrance fee to Snyder Park Additional Services: Obedience and agility classes; join Friends of Bark Park to raise maintenance funds for the area Bonus Features: Two agility courses set up for large and small dogs, leash stations, two hose stations, two open-air pavilions, community bulletin board, small nature area Dr. Paul's Pet Care Center Dog Park Wonder what the Mecca of all dog parks looks like? Pay a visit to this puppy wonderland and you'll soon learn. Going far beyond the call of dog park duty, this center is home to agility courses, paved paths and potential friends for your Fido — dog statues dot the lawns! Where: Located inside Sportsplex Park, off Sportsplex Drive, between Sample Road and Royal Palm Boulevard, Coral Springs, Fla. Hours: Sunrise - Sunset Contact Info: Web site: http://www.toppetcare.com/, email: drpaul@toppetcare.com; phone: (954) 752-1879 Features: Off-leash, fenced, poop bags, trash, water stations, benches, tables, trees, parking Bonus Features: Paved running path, agility equipment, doggie shower station, small dog open areas, gazebo with picnic benches, leash posts, dog statues Additional Services: Sponsored by Wiles Road Animal Hospital and Cypress Wood Animal Hospital, the park features events such as the Doggie Olympics and agility and flyball training classes Barkingham Park - Lehigh Acres Open from 6 a.m. - 7 p.m. ., this park has walking trails, gated off-leash area and watering areas with a dog shower. Meadowood Paw Park - Zephyrhills Open daily from 6 a.m. - 10 p.m. . Pooch Pines Dog Park - Okeeheelee Park, West Palm Beach Open from 7 a.m. - 7 p.m. . This free grassy park has a large parking lot, paved paths, shade trees, gazebo with benches for humans, separate fenced large and small dog areas, two dog bathing stations, dog and owner water fountains and poop-bags. Open sunrise-sunset. Miami Springs Dog Park - Miami Springs Open 24 hours, there is a fountain to play in, wash or drink from, lots of running room, doggie water fountains and people picnic tables. Crescent Lake - St. Pete This park is open dawn to dusk and is a hot spot for Florida dog owners. It offers a time out spot for misbehaving dogs, doggie water fountains and free space to roam. Dog Wood Park - Gainesville This park is open from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and is considered a doggie heaven! It's an off-leash park and offers a self-service dog bathing facility, a shop full of woof-related merchandise and obedience training. There is also a Happy Trails playground. For more visit their Web site at www.dogwoodpark.com Satellite Beach Dog Park - Satellite This dog park is open from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. . and is two sided…one side for small dogs and another side for larger ones. Sarasota County Dog Park - Sarasota This park is open from 7 a.m. to dark. It is a large mowed field with picnic tables, water fountains, tennis balls and doggie clean up bags. Naju Dog Park - Panama City Located on nine acres, this park is for both small and large dogs. It has a pond for dogs to play in, lounge chairs and picnic tables. F.I.N.D. Park - Jupiter This park is open from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. . and features shade trees and an adjacent children's playground. The Paw Park - St. Johns County This park is open from 8 a.m. to dusk and offers poop bags, double-gated entry, benches, balls and toys to play. It also has a 4 acre pond! Happy Tails Dog Park - Plantation This park provides an agility course, water fountains, free poop bags, and a "spray down" area. It's open from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. . Paw Park of Historic Sanford - Orlando This park is located at 427 French Ave. and is open between 7:30 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. . It features a small dog alternative play area, a time-out area, bag dispensers for disposal of dog waste and park benches. It also has a covered shelter for both dogs and people, dog showers, watering bowls, and a community bulletin board. For more visit their Web site at www.pawparksanford.org Mango Dog Park - Mango This park is open from 6 a.m. to 10 p.m. . It has two fenced-in areas, a small kiddie pool for dogs to splash around in, and doggie drinking fountains. Paw Playground - Fort Desoto Park This park is open from 6 a.m. to sunset. It has fenced areas for small and large dogs, a bathing station, doggie drinking fountains, and a great dog beach for swimming. Crestlake Dog Park - Clearwater This park is open from 6 a.m. to 7 p.m. . It has three separate areas for different sized dogs. Rover Run at Veterans Community Park - Naples This park is located at 1900 Immokalee Rd. and is open from dawn to dusk. It is fenced, off-leash and handicap accessible, and has benches, poop bags, dog drink stations, a separate section for small dogs, restrooms, and parking. Jupiter Dog Beach - Jupiter This park is "the beach with a heart" and is open 24/7. Dogs and kids play freely on the miles of beautiful beach - no leash required! There are poops bags and plenty of parking. Tom Brown Park - Tallahassee This park is open from dawn to dusk. It has large and small dog areas, water spigots, and nature trails on the perimeter for on-leash dogs. Lake Eva Park - Haines City This park is open from 5 a.m. to 8 p.m. . It has spots for resting, playing, and running as well as water. Fleet People's Park - Winter Park This big park is open from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. . It has lots of trees, a lake, and is fenced in. Paw Playground - Palm Harbor This park is open from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. . and has separate areas for large or small dogs and huge areas for running. Millenium Dog Park - Ocala This park is open on weekends only from 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. . Dog Park at Lake Ida Park - Delray Beach This park is located at 2929 Lake Ida Road and is open all day. It has 2.5 fenced acres, separate areas for big and small dogs, a paved dog wash area, benches and restrooms. West Park Dog Park - Tampa This park has an all-grass surface, big and small dog separation, volunteers to maintain rules and tree-shaded areas. It is open from 7 a.m. to 10 p.m. . Scott Complex Dog Park - Pensacola This park is located at Summit Blvd. and is open from 6 a.m. to 9 p.m. . There is a one-acre area with double gates, separate water fountains for thirsty pets and their owners, a pooper scooper station, trash bins, benches, and picnic tables. Bayview Dog Park - Pensacola This park is located at 20th Ave. and is open from 6 a.m. to 9 p.m. . There is a one-acre area with double gates, separate water fountains for thirsty pets and their owners, a pooper scooper station, trash bins, benches, and picnic tables. On weekends, dogs are allowed to play in the water next to the dog park. Happy Tails Dog Park - Bradenton This park is open all day and has a small dog area, benches and tables, a kids pool for cooling off and a water fountain for both dog and humans! Dog Wood Park - Jacksonville This park is located at 7407 Salisbury Rd. S. Jacksonville, FL 32256 and is open from dawn until 10 p.m. . It features 42 acres of doggie fun: a 2-acre doggie swimming lake, a separate area for small dogs under 25 pounds, over 4 acres of lighted area for night use, a separate area with playground equipment where kids are allowed to play with dogs that are kid friendly, a 1-acre lighted area that can be rented for special events, 10-acres of wooded area with nature trails, picnic tables, hammocks, benches, lounge chairs, park-provided tennis balls, doggie shower area, digging sand pit, full agility course(for use by those with agility training), self-service dog bathing. The following classes are offered (extra fees apply): basic obedience, Puppy kindergarten, agility (beginner and advanced), and flyball. It is the largest dog park in the country! Boca Raton Dog Park - Boca Raton This off-leash park is open from 9 a.m. to dusk and has large and small dog sides, water fountains for dogs and people and covered shelter. (This is only the temporary park until the permanent park opens which will include mirrored parks to rotate, water stations, bathing stations, and an agility course.) Indian River Park - Jensen Beach This park is open 24/7 and has a beach area, pier, grass, paved walkways, beautiful water fountain for kids to play in, bathrooms, picnic area, awesome place. Amelia Earhart Park - Opa Locka This park is located at 11900 NW 42 Avenue and is open from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. . There is an agility course, a separate small dog area, picnic tables and pooper scooper bags. Bed and Biscuit - Flagler Beach This no-fee park is located behind the doggy motel on John Anderson Hwy. It is open during daylight hours and has shade and water. Ormond Beach Dog Park - Ormond Beach This park is located on Alabama Road and is open during daylight hours. It has shade, benches for owners and water and is divided for small and large dogs. There is no fee and it is very social. Rotary Park - Cape Coral This park is open from dawn to dusk and has walking trails for leashed dogs and fenced areas where they can run amuck. There are two separate areas, one for small dogs and puppies, and the other for large dogs. Automatic waterers are available. Happy Tails Canine Park - Bradenton 51st Street West at G.T. Bray Park, about halfway between Manatee Avenue and Cortez Road Daily dawn-dusk Eight-foot fence, 3 acres, trees, benches, tables, disposal bags, trash cans, parking (including handicapped spaces), restrooms nearby, water. Dr. Paul’s Pet Care Center Dog Park - Coral Springs TopPetCare.com Sportsplex Drive in the Sportsplex Regional Park Complex (park off Sportsplex Drive at the west pedestrian entrance) Daily 7:30 a.m.-9:30 p.m. . Enclosed, lighted, trees, shaded area, paved running path, picnic table, gazebo, disposal bag dispensers, trash cans, indoor restroom, separate areas for large and small dogs, dog and people water fountains, dog shower, dog statues, weatherproof dog agility equipment. The Dog Park in Lake Ida Park - Delray Beach http://www.co.palm-beach.fl.us/parks/specfac/dog_park/index.htm 2929 Lake Ida Rd. (take the Atlantic Avenue West exit off I-95, proceed west to Congress Avenue, go north on Congress for 1 mile, turn right onto Lake Ida Road and proceed east under I-95; park entrance is on the left) Daily dawn-dusk; closed Thurs. noon-3 for maintenance Fenced, 2.5 acres, partial paved pathway, eight shaded sitting areas, disposal bag dispensers and receptacles, restrooms and parking nearby, separate fenced areas for large and small dogs, two canine drinking stations, dog washing area, information kiosk. Pooch Pines Dog Park at Okeeheelee Park - Delray Beach http://www.co.palm-beach.fl.us/parks/specfac/dog_park/index.htm 7715 Forest Hill Blvd. (off I-95 exit Forest Hill Boulevard, west to the main Okeeheelee Park entrance on the north side of the road; follow the park road to the Pooch Pines sign, turn right and continue to the top of the hill) Daily dawn-dusk; closed Wed. noon-3 for maintenance Fenced, 5 acres, paved pathways, shaded sitting areas, disposal bag dispensers and receptacles, trash cans, restrooms and parking nearby, separate areas for large and small dogs, canine drinking stations, dog washing area. Bark Park at Snyder Park - Fort Lauderdale ci.fort-lauderdale.fl.us/cityparks/snyder/barkpark 3299 S.W. 4th Ave. Daily 7 a.m.-7:30 p.m. ., Apr.-Sept.; 7-6:30, rest of year. Closed Jan. 1 and Dec. 25. Fee Mon.-Fri. $2; senior citizens and ages 6-12, $1.50. Fee Sat.-Sun. and holidays $2.50; senior citizens and ages 6-12, $1.50. Fenced, two open-air pavilions, benches, disposal bags, trash cans, parking, restrooms, water, separate area for small dogs, two hose stations, drinking fountains, agility equipment, small nature area with more than 20 labeled native trees. Freshwater dog swim Sat.-Sun. and holidays 10-5, first weekend in Mar.-first Sun. in Dec.; fee $1. Dogs must remain in the car until arrival at Bark Park and are not permitted in the remainder of Snyder Park. Access for the disabled. Dog Wood Off-Leash Park - Gainesville dogwoodpark.com 5505 S.W. Archer Rd. (1 mile west of I-75) Sat.-Sun. noon-5; once in the park, visitors may stay until dusk Fee $9 plus tax for the first dog, $1 plus tax for each additional dog per family (otherwise $2.50 plus tax for each additional dog in the group) Six-foot fence, 15 acres, double-gated entry and exit, jogging trail, hammocks, gazebo, picnic tables, lounge chairs, swinging and regular benches, multiple clean-up stations with disposal bags, indoor restrooms, free bottled water, soft drinks for sale, two large swimming ponds for dogs, wading pools, dog shower, agility course, sunny and shady areas for small dogs, park-provided tennis balls. Park also offers a do-it-yourself dog wash, a doggie boutique, dog day care, a dog photography studio and agility and obedience training. Some breeds must be neutered in order to enter the park; phone (352) 335-1919 for details. Paw Park of Historic Sanford - Sanford pawparksanford.org 427 French Ave. (US 17/92) in Sanford’s Historic District, 20 minutes north of downtown Orlando. From I-4, take the SR 46 exit (exit 101C, Sanford/Mount Dora), proceed east on SR 46 approximately 4 miles to French Avenue, turn right (southbound) and get into the left thru-lane; the Paw Park is on the left just past the Burger King Daily 7:30 a.m.-8 p.m. . Fenced, double-gated entry, shaded with mature oak trees, historic lighting, paved walkway, benches, tables, disposal bag dispensers, parking, self-watering bowls, water misting station, dog showers, separate area for small dogs, community bulletin board. Access for the disabled. 17th Street Park & Paw Park - Sarasota scgov.net 4570 17th St. Daily dawn-dusk Six-foot fence, 6 acres, lighted, double-gated entry, trees, benches, tables, disposal bags, trash cans, parking, restrooms, water, dog shower, separate area for small dogs, community bulletin board. Lakeview Park - Sarasota scgov.net 7150 Lago St. Daily dawn-midnight Six-foot fence, double-gated entry, many trees, benches, tables, disposal bags, trash cans, parking, restrooms, water, dog shower, separate area for small dogs, community bulletin board. Access for the disabled. Brohard Beach & Paw Park - Venice scgov.net 1600 Harbor Dr. South Paw Park daily dawn-midnight. Dog Beach daily 7:30 a.m.-dusk Six-foot fence, trees, benches, tables, shelter, disposal bags, trash cans, parking, water, dog shower, separate area for small dogs, community bulletin board. Dog Beach is accessed by boardwalk from Paw Park. Dogs are permitted in a restricted area along Brohard Beach as indicated by beach signs. Access for the disabled. Woodmere Park & Woodmere Paw Park - Venice scgov.net 3951 Woodmere Park Blvd. (two blocks north of U.S. 41 on Jacaranda Boulevard) Daily dawn-dusk Fenced, double-gated entry, trees, benches, tables, disposal bags, trash cans, parking, restrooms, water, double-gated section for small dogs near the front gate, dog shower, community bulletin board. Georgia Oconee Forest Park Managed by the University of Georgia's Warnell School of Forest Resources, this park is a 15-acre pooch preserve within Oconee Forest Park. Grassy fields, wooded paths and a pond perfect for splashing will leave your pup panting for more. Where: Located off College Station Road at University of Georgia, across from UGA Visitors Center, Athens, Ga. Hours: 8 a.m. - dusk Contact Info: Web site: http://warnell.forestry.uga.edu/ofp/; phone: (706) 542-1571 Features: Off-leash area, not fenced in, benches, trees, parking, phones, restrooms Bonus Features: 2-acre pond accessible to dogs PARKS SENT IN BY YOU WolfBrook - Alpharetta Open from 7 a.m.-7 p.m. ., this park has a clubhouse with bathroom and kitchen, and trainers on site. Piedmont Park Dog Park - Atlanta Atlanta's first leash-free dog park! This park is open during daylight hours and offers dog water fountains, big rocks for dogs to climb on, hilly terrain, benches, free dog waste bags, and will soon have a shelter to provide shade. Intramural Fields - Athens This park is open in daylight hours and has an off leash area and many miles of wooded trails. It has a pond for swimming and open running fields too! Sandy Creek Park - Athens This park is located off of Route 441 about 2 miles north of Athens on Bob Holman Road. The dog parks are fully fenced with a picnic table, trees, and running water, and there is 1 public dog park and 3 private ones for rental. It is managed by Athens-Clarke County. The park's phone number is 706-613-3631. Royal Paws Dog Park - Alpharetta This privately run 12+ acre grassy park is located at 13475 Providence Road and is open from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. . It features swimming on a large lake, sprinklers, rolling hills and all-grass runs. Services include temperment testing, rabies vaccination requirement and no rough play enforcement with on-site personnel at all times. This park even has The Pet Tasties Cafe where dogs can gourmet dine. VIP memberships include even more services. Ronald Reagan Park - Lawrenceville This park is located at 5 Forks Trickum Road and is open from 7 a.m. to dusk. Ronald Reagan Park is Gwinnett's first Passive Community Park and home to the county's first dog park, a two-acre fenced-in area where dogs can play off their leashes. This is a great dog park with 3 separate fenced in areas — one for big dogs, one for small dogs and one that spans the back of both, which is nice and LONG, for dogs to really let loose and RUN — it's great for playing fetch, away from the distractions of all the other dogs. They both have doggie water fountains, and various agility type props set up in both. This park is great for kids and people too! Hawaii McInerny Dog Park Furry friends might not trade leashes for leis at this popular Hawaiian dog park, but they are sure to catch the aloha spirit romping in the lava rock waterfall and grassy hills. In loving memory, dog owners can even commemorate their canine with a memorial plaque available through the park. Where: Hawaiian Humane Society, 2700 Waialae Avenue, Honolulu, Hawaii Hours: Weekdays, 11 a.m. - 7 p.m. .; weekends/holidays, 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. . Contact Info: Web site: http://www.hawaiianhumane.org/; phone: (808) 946-2187 Features: Off-leash, fenced, benches, tables, poop bags, trees, parking, phones, restrooms, lights, water, trash, shelter, handicapped accessible Bonus Features: Redwood fence, dog-friendly pathways, grassy knoll for running, lava rock waterfall and pool for swimming, antique fire hydrant water fountain for dogs and owners! PARKS SENT IN BY YOU The Bark Park - Honolulu This park is on the corner of Diamond Head Rd. and 18th Avenue. It features a doggie water fountain, Saturday morning obedience training, benches, plenty of trees and it's fenced. Idaho Boise Off-Leash Area At the base of Boise's rising foothills lies the Boise Off-Leash Area. Nestled into a flood-retention basin, the park is home to playful dogs and watchful owners — the park isn't fenced in and dogs should be under voice control. Where: Military Reserve, Mountain Cove Road, Boise, Idaho Hours: Sunrise - Sunset Contact Info: Web site: http://www.cityofboise.org/parks/parks_facilities/parks/index.aspx?id=mr_dola_facts; email: boovers@aol.com Features: 5-acre off-leash area, not fenced, poop bags, trash, benches, parking Bonus Features: Park is located by trails leading into Idaho foothills Illinois Wiggley Field When in the Windy City with your dog, blow through Wiggley Field — the ultimate locale for wandering pups and wandering eyes. While Fido makes friends, so will his keeper — the notoriously affable park-goers are known to fall into friendships and, ahem, puppy love. Where: 2600 N Sheffield Avenue, Chicago, Ill. Hours: Sunrise - Sunset Contact Info: Phone: (773) 348-2832 Features: Off-leash, double-gated system at entrance, fenced, benches, tables, poop bags, trees, parking, lights, water for owners and pets, trash, handicapped accessible Dog Friendly Park One of the few dog parks in Chicago's North Side, this off-leash area offers a safe retreat from Chi-town's traffic. If the abundance of balls and toys in the grass doesn't quite cut it, the park's double-gated entry offers assurance that Rover won't run. Where: Marine Drive & Lawrence, adjacent to Margate Park, Chicago, Ill. Hours: Sunrise - Sunset Contact Info: Phone: (312) 742-DOGS Features: Off-leash, fenced, poop bags, benches, water for dogs and owners, trash, parking Bonus Features: Double-gated entry system; toys and balls are frequently left in park for your pooch's amusement; park information posted on community bulletin board PARKS SENT IN BY YOU Lakewood Forest Preserve - Wauconda This park is open during daylight hours and has 68 acres to play in! The park is fenced with meadows and woodland trails. Dogs are free to roam off leash. Please note that an annual pass is required available from the Lake County Forest Preserve. Rovers Run - Homewood Ths park is open during daylight hours. It has 3 acres and a double gate. Features include, puppy area, drinking fountain and pleny of fire hydrants! Oz Park - Chicago This park is open 6 a.m. to 7 p.m. . It is fenced and located near Lincoln Park near Grant Memorial Hospital. Montrose Point Dog Beach - Chicago This park is located at the Lake Shore Drive exit at Montrose. It's open between 8 p.m. . and 10 p.m. . This dog beach offers pooches and their parents a splash in Lake Michigan! Plainfield Park District Dog Park - Plainfield Located on Frontage Road off I-55, this park is open from dawn to dusk. There is a gated area for off-leash running, wooded paths for walking, a field for field training, a lake for water training, a playground for the kids, and benches outside of the gated area. Bark Park - East Moline This park is open from 6 a.m. to 5 p.m. . and offers a water fountain, a dog statue, rocks, a lake, and a dog treat store. East Branch Forest Preserve - Glendale Heights This park is open from dawn to dusk and is located 1 mile north of North Avenue on the west side of Swift Road. The dog area is west of the parking lot. A pond is available for water training. Forest Park Dog Park - Forest Park This park is located at Circle Avenue and is open from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. . It has dog poop bags, toys, plenty of fire hydrants and friendly neighborhood dogs. Hammel Woods Dog Park - Shorewood This 7-acre park operates seasonally and features a free-run dog exercise area in the Hammel Woods Forest Preserve. There is a shade pavilion, benches, drinking water, lavatories, and informational signs. Visit http://www.fpdwc.org/pdf/dogbrochure.pdf for info. Westwood Animal Park - Chicago This park is open from 6 a.m. to 8:30 p.m. . and has a dog pool, an animal playground, a 100-acre space to walk your dogs, a bakery just for dogs and a restaurant for you and your dog. Canine Corners - Rockford This park is open all year during daylight hours and has two areas, fenced for off leash. Email k9corners@msn.com for more information. Indiana Indianapolis Humane Society Pet Park After obtaining proof of vaccinations and paying the $35 annual fee, members of this pet park are privy to a doggie Utopia. Miles of forested trails, a footbridge and rippling stream can calm your canine. For Lassies seeking a less Zen-like experience, the park also boasts 10 agility stations and an obstacle course. Where: 7929 N. Michigan Road, between 79th and 86th Streets, Indianapolis, Ind. Hours: Sunrise - Sunset Contact Info: Phone: (317) 876-2421 Features: Off-leash, fenced, benches, tables, restrooms, trees, parking, trash Bonus Features: 2 1/2 miles of wooded trails, footbridge and stream; fenced-in play area features 10 agility course stations with hurdles, a long jump and obstacle course PARKS SENT IN BY YOU Broad Ripple Bark Park - Indianapolis Open from 9 a.m. - 9 p.m. . Hill's Bark Park - Middlefork Reservoir, Richmond Open 24 hours. Munsee Dog Park This park is open during daylight hours and offers dog and human restrooms, dog and human pool, food and drink stands, plus a beach and wave-maker dome! Pawster Park Pooch Playground - Ft. Wayne This park is next to Foster Park and is open from 6 a.m. to 10 p.m. . EagleCreek Bark Park - Indianapolis This park is located just east of EagleCreek Park and has two alternating areas, clean-up stations and an electronic gate. Iowa Cheyenne Park Off-Leash Area Every dog has his day in this paragon of parks. Whether your pooch is munching away in the Doggie Biscuit Hunt, chasing discs in a Frisbee contest, or merely mingling in the training yard, this leash-free land is a guaranteed pup-and-people pleaser. Where: Cedar Bend Lane S.W. (off Old River Road from C Street off Hwy 30) Hours: 7 a.m. - dark Contact Info: Web site: http://www.k9cola.org/; email: fashimpaur@aol.com Features: Off-leash, fenced, benches, water fountains for dogs and owners, poop bags, parking, trash. Visitors must purchase a day pass ($2) or annual pass ($25) to use park legally. Additional Services: Many activities are arranged through the park, including obedience practice/classes/trials; agility outdoor classes/trials; flyball practice/classes/trials; tracking classes/practice; Frisbee demonstrations/contests; hunting retrieval classes/practice. Special events include Holiday Biscuit Hunt for Dogs, St. Patrick's Day Parade Bonus Features: 1.5-acre training yard, a 1-acre small-dog area K9Cola Off-Leash Area (Cherokee Park) - Cedar Rapids This park is open from dawn to dusk and offers a training area, small dog area, benches and water station. It has 17 acres to play in including a pond and agility area. Pup's Adoodles - Eagle Grove This park is located at 621 NW 2nd Street and is open every day. It's fenced in and guaranteed to be fun. Paw Park - Cedar Falls This 24-hour park is located on South Main. It's right by the bike trails so there's fun for everyone. Kansas Shawnee Mission Park True, there's "no place like home," but Shawnee Park is a close second! Free space abounds in this 1,250-acre retreat. By late afternoon, the park's designated off-leash area turns into a regular cyclone of pup activity, and the 150-acre lake allows access to splash-happy dogs. Where: 7900 Renner Road, Shawnee Mission, Kan. Hours: Sunrise - Sunset Contact Info: Phone: (913) 888-4713 Features: Off-leash, unfenced, tables, benches, shelter, trees, trash, parking Bonus Features: Lake access for dogs Gage Dog Park - Topeka Open from 6 a.m. - 9 p.m. ., the park has an area for small dogs to play and an area for large dogs, too. Kentucky Jacobson Dog Run This 2-acre off-leash park was founded by Friends of the Dog Park — an active citizen's group intent on improving conditions for dogs in the Lexington area. Via fund-raisers and help from friendly locals, the FDP hopes to enlarge the dog run and have running water installed at the site. Where: Richmond Road near Athens Boonesboro Road, Lexington, Ky. Hours: Sunrise - Sunset Contact Info: Email: hutch42470@aol.com Features: 2-acre off-leash park, fenced, poop bags, trees, restrooms, parking, trash, shelter, handicapped accessible Kenton County Paw Park - Covington This park is open from 8 a.m. to dusk and has fresh well water, picnic tables, park benches, many shade trees, a wishing well, a double-gated entrance, a small dog area, litter bags, rakes and shovels and a beautiful creek setting. Louisiana Cabrini Park - New Orleans This park is located in the French Quarter and is open from 8 a.m. to 10 p.m. . It is fenced in, offers poop scoopers and trash cans. There is also a large area to run and play. Dog Levee - New Orleans This dog park located near the Audubon Zoo is open 24/7! It has a grassy area for dogs to run free and beach access to the water. Maine Valley Street Dog Park Portland's only off-leash facility won't disappoint Fido. A steep hill on the 1-acre property is perfect for running and, of course, rolling down. The park's gravel center keeps Fluffy's paws perfect and provides a safe surface for fetching practice. Where: Valley Street, Portland, Maine Hours: Sunrise - Sunset Features: Off-leash, fenced, benches, tables, handicapped accessible, poop bags, trees, parking, water Bonus Features: Gravel center is perfect for your pooch to practice fetching PARKS SENT IN BY YOU Kennebunk Dog Park - Kennebunk Open from dawn to dusk with a large, natural setting. Memorial Park - Beach This park is open all day and is near the beach! What more could a pup want than a beach dog park. Baxter Woods - Portland This park is open from dawn to dusk and has trails, trash cans, a small pond and trash cans. Maryland White Plains Dog Park Separate enclosures for small and large dogs are only two of many points of pride for White Plains Dog Park. While pooches romp in the wooded and mulched enclosure, owners relax on the picnic pavilion or mingle by the park's message board. Where: White Plains Regional Park, St. Charles Parkway and DeMarr Road, White Plains, Md. Hours: 8 a.m. - Sunset Contact Info: Web site: http://www.charlescounty.org/pf/pg/parks/dogpark/; email: dpf@govt.co.charles.md.us; phone: (301) 932-3470 Features: Off-leash, fenced, benches, picnic pavilion, bulletin board, poop bags, parking, trash, trees, water for dogs Bonus Features: Two fenced-in areas — for small and big dogs; park area is partially wooded with mulch Ridgely's - Baltimore This park is across the street from Camden Yards. It's open all hours of the day! Canton Dog Park - Baltimore This park is special because it separates the little dogs and the big dogs, plus it offers agility features. Open dawn to dusk. Robert E. Lee Park - Baltimore This park is open dusk to dawn and offers water and lots of space. It is not fenced and Baltimore has a citywide ordinance requiring that dogs be kept on a leash in public areas. Constitution Park - Cumberland This park is located in Cumberland and is open 8 a.m. to 10 p.m. . Quiet Waters Dog Park - Annapolis This park is open 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. . It offers 1 acre of fenced in space for dogs to run. It also has a dog beach nearby! Worthington Park Off-Leash Area - Ellicott City This park is open from 7 a.m. to dusk. It is 2.7 acres with separate areas for large and small dogs. It also has a 6 foot fence. Black Hills Regional Park - Boyds This park is open 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. . It offers a fenced-in area with trees and benches. The Dog Park - West Fargo This park is open from 6 a.m. to 10 p.m. . and offers areas for big and small dogs, two doggie water fountains, special dog waste bags, and picnic tables. Worthington Off-Leash Area - Columbia This park is open from dawn to dusk every day except Thursdays. A permit is required for use. Visit www.hocodog.org for more information. Black Hill Park - Germantown This park is open from 6 a.m. to dusk and has tons of shady spots and lots of "regulars" who love talking about their dogs. There's always a doggie friend there, early or late! Downs Park - Pasadena This doggie beach on the Chesapeake Bay is open from 9 a.m. to dusk. College Park Dog Park - College Park This park is in Acredale Park near the University of Maryland campus and is open from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. . It has walkways, streams and trees. Go to www.cpdogpark.org for more information. Massachusetts Boston Common While not the country's most off-leash-friendly city, Boston is at least trying to make life in Beantown a bit more pleasant for pooches. A pilot program in Boston Commons allows dogs to be off-leash during designated morning hours. The area is unfenced but spacious, and it's necessary to bring poop bags and water for your baby. Where: Boston Commons, Charles/Beacon/Boylston/Park Streets, Boston, Mass. Contact Info: Phone: (617) 426-3115 Hours: 5 a.m. - 7 a.m. Features: Off-leash, benches, tables, trash, handicapped accessible PARKS SENT IN BY YOU Nunziato Field Off Leash Recreation Area - Somerville Open from 8 a.m. - 10 p.m. . Somerville's first off-leash recreational area (OLRA) opened in Nunziato Field in April 2006. The OLRA is fenced-in. Breakheart Reservation/Bark Place - Saugus This park has an enclosed area for the dogs to run around, a few benches and poop bags available with trash cans for disposal. Sheepfold Park - Stoneham This park is open all day and offers plenty of room to run. There are picnic tables, trails, off-leash areas, pooper scoopers and water. Stoddard - Hingham This park is open daily and is surrounded by the ocean so dogs can swim all year round. There is plenty of room to run and walk, along with tables, poop bags, water, trees and bushes, parking, and nice people. This park is shared with the public for sledding in the winter. Callahan State Park - Framingham This great park is open from 6 a.m. to 8 p.m. . and has hiking trails, a pond, and many dogs. Tradewinds - Oak Bluffs This grass airfield on Martha's Vineyard doubles as a dog park. Millenium Park - West Roxbury This park is open from m