Mud Island Dog Park

Dogs are allowed off-leash in a 100-acre multi-use park with lakes and a canine wash facility.

The park, which is located at 2599 Avery (behind the Memphis City Schools Board of Education), has two fenced-in dog areas: one for dogs over 25 pounds and another for smaller dogs. The park provides biodegradable bags for garbage disposal, however there is no water available. Vaccinations for dogs must be current.

As the spring season brings an influx of people and dogs to Overton Park, we're hearing from an increasing number of park visitors who say they've stopped going because of the enormous number of off-leash dogs. It is illegal for dogs to attack people.

On December 10, The Barking Lot, a pop-up dog/art park on the corner of Jefferson and Main, will open to the public!

Central Bark Dog Park is a pop-up dog park in the South Main district, placed on a prominent corner. The Downtown Memphis Commission was able to establish a valued neighborhood asset – a very active community meeting spot for dogs, dog owners, and neighbors – and improve the overall pedestrian experience for residents and visitors by elevating the use of this formerly vacant 0.15-acre lot.