Dog Park Locations

Dog Parks Near You — Unleash the Fun

Dogs are social creatures who thrive on exercise, exploration, and interaction with other dogs. A well-maintained dog park gives your pup the freedom to run off-leash, build social skills, and burn energy in a safe environment — all of which contribute to a happier, healthier dog. Use Petzooie to find the best dog parks in your area, read real reviews, and plan your next outing.

The Benefits of Regular Dog Park Visits

Physical exercise is just the beginning. Regular visits to a dog park support:

  • Socialization — exposure to different dogs, people, and environments
  • Mental stimulation — new smells, sounds, and playmates engage a dog's brain
  • Better behavior at home — a well-exercised dog is less likely to be destructive
  • Bonding — shared outdoor time strengthens your relationship with your pet
  • Community — you meet other dog owners and build a local support network

What Makes a Great Dog Park?

Dog parks vary widely in quality and amenities. Here is what to look for:

  • Separate sections for large and small dogs
  • Secure double-gate entry to prevent escapes
  • Shaded areas and benches for owners
  • Fresh water stations for dogs
  • Waste bag dispensers and trash cans
  • Smooth, well-maintained ground surface with no hazards
  • Clear rules posted at the entrance

Dog Park Etiquette: Being a Responsible Visitor

A positive park experience depends on all visitors following some simple guidelines:

  • Keep your dog's vaccinations current before visiting any dog park
  • Always supervise your dog — do not sit on your phone while they play
  • Pick up after your dog immediately
  • Do not bring puppies under 4 months who are not fully vaccinated
  • Avoid bringing in food or treats that could cause conflict
  • Remove a dog that shows aggression or excessive fear

Find Dog Parks on Petzooie

Search by your city or zip code to see a map of dog parks near you. Each listing shows hours, amenities, photos, and reviews from fellow dog owners. Find out which parks have water features, agility equipment, or trails before you visit.

8541. Cantrell Ace Hardware

Time:
  • Monday08:00 AM - 06:00 PM
  • Tuesday08:00 AM - 06:00 PM
  • Wednesday08:00 AM - 06:00 PM
  • Thursday08:00 AM - 06:00 PM
  • Friday08:00 AM - 06:00 PM
  • Saturday08:00 AM - 06:00 PM
  • Sunday11:00 AM - 05:00 PM

Cantrell Ace Hardware welcomes pets. Bring your dog along to look for stuff for home remodeling and other purposes. Dogs on leashes are welcome inside if they are well-behaved and eager to assist with DIY projects. Cantrell Ace Hardware is open from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday through Saturday.

8542. Crescent Hotel Ghost Tours

Time:
  • Monday07:00 AM - 10:00 PM
  • Tuesday07:00 AM - 10:00 PM
  • Wednesday07:00 AM - 10:00 PM
  • Thursday07:00 AM - 10:00 PM
  • Friday07:00 AM - 10:00 PM
  • Saturday07:00 AM - 10:00 PM
  • Sunday07:00 AM - 10:00 PM

Pets are welcome on Crescent Hotel Ghost Tours, as long as your tour guide and other participants don't object. The 1886 Crescent Hotel and Spa, located a short distance from downtown Eureka Springs, AR, is reputed to be one of the most haunted hotels in the world, with customers who checked in but never checked out. The building originally hosted a "cancer treating hospital," but because to a useless therapy invented by noted charlatan Norman Baker using watermelon seed, brown corn silk, alcohol, and carbolic acid, the hospital was responsible for false hope and worse. According to mediums, where the former hospital's morgue used to be, the current hotel may house a portal to the "other side."Petzooie should get along with the local poltergeists as long as he's not a wandering snake oil salesman. Adult tickets cost $24.50. Make sure to check with the tour company ahead of time to confirm availability, tour schedules, and whether or not your dog is welcome to join in the fun.

8543. Whitaker Point Trail

Time:
  • Monday24 Hours
  • Tuesday24 Hours
  • Wednesday24 Hours
  • Thursday24 Hours
  • Friday24 Hours
  • Saturday24 Hours
  • Sunday24 Hours

Pets are welcome on the Whitaker Point Trail. Hawksbill Crag, high above the Buffalo River, is one of Arkansas' most beautiful natural sites. You'll need to travel down the pet-friendly Whitaker Point Trail, a popular 3-mile out-and-back trail, to get to this picture-perfect destination. The payoff is a spectacular sandstone outcropping that rises high above the treetops and provides miles of panoramic vistas of the Ozark National Forest.

8544. Mitchell Dog Park

The south end of Mitchell Park has been renovated into a pet-friendly play area, replete with agility equipment, water fountains, fire hydrants, and a garbage station.

8545. Black Bass Lake City Park

Dogs are welcome at Black Bass Lake City Park! On the pathways around the lake, dogs must be on a leash. With your leashed dog, explore the trails that round the lake (about a one-mile loop) to reach a non-motorized boat launch, a picnic area, many fishing places, two wooden bridges, and roughly one and a half miles of hiking and biking, including a half-mile of handicap accessible route. Along Standing Rock Trail, a vertical sandstone relic protrudes from the lake's depths, while Sycamore Spring runs into the lake and crosses Sycamore Spring. The Bluff Trail follows the St. Joe geological formation, a spectacular limestone bluff with lake views.

8546. JOANN Fabrics and Crafts

Time:
  • Monday09:00 AM - 08:00 PM
  • Tuesday09:00 AM - 08:00 PM
  • Wednesday09:00 AM - 08:00 PM
  • Thursday09:00 AM - 08:00 PM
  • Friday09:00 AM - 08:00 PM
  • Saturday09:00 AM - 08:00 PM
  • Sunday10:00 AM - 06:00 PM

JOANN Fabric and Crafts welcomes pets. This chain offers a diverse selection of textiles. Sewing lessons and other activities are also available. Dogs on leashes are welcome inside if they are well-behaved. Monday through Saturday, 9 a.m. to 9 p.m., and Sunday, 10 a.m. to 7 p.m., JOANN Fabrics and Crafts is open.

8547. Gotahold Brewing

Time:
  • MondayClosed
  • TuesdayClosed
  • WednesdayClosed
  • Thursday04:00 PM - 07:00 PM
  • Friday03:00 PM - 08:00 PM
  • Saturday12:00 PM - 08:00 PM
  • Sunday02:00 PM - 06:00 PM

Gotahold Brewing is a pet-friendly establishment. Bring your well-behaved canine companion to this popular destination brewery, where award-winning Master Brewer Dave Hartmann has 28 years of brewing experience. Brews can be consumed on-site in the taproom, in the large beer garden, or to-go. Gotahold Brewing is open from 4 to 7 p.m. on Thursdays, 3 to 7 p.m. on Fridays, 12 to 8 p.m. on Saturdays, and 2 to 6 p.m. on Sundays.

8548. Rock Town Distillery

Time:
  • MondayClosed
  • Tuesday11:00 AM - 10:00 PM
  • Wednesday11:00 AM - 10:00 PM
  • Thursday11:00 AM - 10:00 PM
  • Friday11:00 AM - 12:00 AM
  • Saturday11:00 AM - 12:00 AM
  • Friday11:00 AM - 10:00 PM

Rock Town Distillery specializes in flavored vodka, bourbon, gin, rum, and moonshine and is dog-friendly. There will be no food supplied, but you are free to bring your own.

8549. Herman Davis Memorial State Park

Herman Davis Memorial State Park is named after Herman Davis, a scout and sharpshooter who grew up hunting near Manila. He was a hero during World War I, and his final resting place is commemorated with a statue and a monument at this historic site.

8550. Rendezvous Junction Brewing

Time:
  • Monday11:00 AM - 10:00 PM
  • Tuesday11:00 AM - 10:00 PM
  • Wednesday11:00 AM - 10:00 PM
  • Thursday11:00 AM - 10:00 PM
  • Friday11:00 AM - 11:00 PM
  • Saturday11:00 AM - 11:00 PM
  • Sunday11:00 AM - 10:00 PM

Mike, the founder of Rendezvous Junction Brewing Co., moved from the Pacific Northwest to Rogers, Arkansas, and couldn't find his favorite specialty brews. Levi, his son-in-law, was introduced to the joys of home brewing when he joined the family. Their brews quickly gained a following, so they titled the venture after the community that sprung up around them, and their logo was inspired by the history of the area where they live. On the patio, Petzooie is welcome to join you at a beer barrel-turned-table with an umbrella.