Looking for a dog park near you?
A benefit to dogs and dog owners alike, dog parks are a valuable addition to any neighborhood. Dog parks provide a safe, accessible, and open environment where pups can play, exercise, and socialize while fostering a sense of community among dog owners.
Many dog parks are free or cheap to visit, which is great for dog owners wanting affordable opportunities to bond with their pups and keep them healthy. Often dog owners are excited to meet new people and share tips on dog training, other dog-friendly venues, and similar dog-related topics.
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Before visiting a dog park, check the park’s website linked within the posts to familiarize yourself with their rules. Consider your pup’s temperament and comfort levels when deciding what time to visit the park. For owners unsure of how their dogs will behave off-leash around others, it’s recommended that you pick a quieter time to go: early mornings, mid-afternoons, and Monday through Friday are all great times.
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Mecklenburg County Park and Rec Dog Parks
Mecklenburg County Park and Recreation’s dog parks are free to visit, and you don’t need a pass. They are open from 7:30 a.m. to sunset, seven days a week. Dogs must maintain current vaccinations (Rabies with tag number, DHLPP, and Bordatella.) No children under the age of 12 are allowed in the dog park. Find all rules here.
Enderly Park
1501 Enderly Road, Charlotte
Sections for small and large dogs. Public water supply for dogs.
Frazier Park
1201 West Fourth Street Extension, Charlotte
1.3 acres, with sections for small and large dogs. There’s a public water supply for dogs.
Swaney Pointe K-9 Park
Ramsey Creek Park
18441 Nantz Road, Cornelius
4 acres, with sections for small and large dogs.
Barkingham Park
Reedy Creek Park
2900 Rocky River Road, Charlotte
4 acres
Ray’s Fetching Meadow
McAlpine Creek Community Park
8711 Monroe Road, Charlotte
1 acre
Davie Dog Park
William R. Davie District Park
4635 Pineville-Matthews Road
5 acres, with sections for large and small dogs
Shuffletown Park
9500 Bellhaven Boulevard
Clarks Creek Community Park
5435 Hucks Road
Ninth Street Dog Park
417 W. Ninth Street
Have fun with your pup all year at one of these dog bars in Charlotte!
Dog Parks in Gaston County
George Poston Dog Park
George Poston Park
1101 Lowell Spencer Mountain Road, Gastonia
4.5 acres for large dogs, and 1 acre for small dogs. Dog park rules here.
Goat Island
141 8th Avenue, Cramerton
Tuckaseege Dog Park
165 Broome Street, Mount Holly
Dallas Dog Park
1303 Dallas-Cherryville Highway, Dallas
2 separate areas for small breeds and large breeds.
Dog Parks in Pineville
Canine Commons Dog Park
181 Lake Drive, Pineville
Find rules of dog park here.
Dog Parks in Lake Norman Area
The Preserve Dog Park
330 O’Henry Avenue, Davidson
To bring your dog here, you need to register your dog with the Davidson Police Department first.
Swaney Pointe K-9 Park
Ramsey Creek Park
18441 Nantz Road, Cornelius
4 acres, with sections for small and large dogs.
Academy Street Park
88601 South Academy Street, Mooresville
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Dog Parks in Cabarrus County
Weddington Road Bark Park
8955 Weddington Road, Concord
.5 acre small dog park and 1.5 acre large dog park.
Dog Parks in Union County
Dogwood Park
121 Lester Davis Road, Waxhaw
Separate sections for large and small dogs. Dog park rules here.
Dog Park at Crooked Creek Park
5900 Oakwood Lane, Indian Trail
The dog park requires a key card, which is free for Indian Trail residents, and $10 for non-residents (for one dog.)
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Dog Parks in Fort Mill Area of South Carolina
Mary Warner Mack Dog Park
Anne Springs Close Greenway
148 Adventure Road, Fort Mill, SC
To use the dog park you must apply for the Dog Park membership waitlist (sign up here). It costs $132 a year, or $12 for a monthly plan. The Dog Park does sometimes have open houses, during which you can visit without a membership, but you have to pay the daily use fee for the Greenway, which is $12. Read all the rules here.
Spencer Park and Dog Park
1036 Eastwood Drive, Rock Hill, SC
One area for small dogs, and one area for large dogs. Water fountains for dogs. Dog park rules here.
Private Dog Parks
Another option is a private dog park, one that’s part of a business. Skiptown, at 222 Rampart Street, Charlotte, NC, is a combination dog bar and dog park, so you can have a drink while your dog plays and meets other dogs. They also offer services like grooming and boarding.
