If you’re planning on visiting Cleveland and bringing along your furry friend for the ride, it’s important to check out some of the most popular, and easily accessible, dog parks in the area. These Cleveland area dog parks hit the mark when it comes to a large play area with other pets for yours to play with. Here’s the top five for the area.
Lakewood Dog Park
If your dog is feeling too confined, the Lakewood Dog Park is the key to his happiness during your stay in Cleveland. The park accepts dogs of all sizes, and owners are encouraged to separate their dogs from the others if they begin to form packs or get aggressive, making it a relatively safe and respectful park, as well.
The ground has a gravel-like covering in most areas to prevent muddiness, some toys are provided, and there is a fountain and water bowls available. The fountain may only be available in the summer months, so keep this in mind if you aren’t sure if you want to bring water along with you. Benches are provided for the pets’ human companions. Hand sanitizer and poop bags are also provided at the site.
Lakewood Dog Park
1699 Valley Parkway
Lakewood, OH, 44107
Settler’s Land Park/Downtown Cleveland Dog Park
For locals or those visiting downtown Cleveland, visiting a dog park is simple thanks to the Downtown Cleveland Dog Park’s location. The fenced park has moderate fencing of around five feet in height, so keep this in mind if your dog likes to jump or escape fencing. Fortunately, there is a double gate when you come into the park, so it’s hard for any pup to escape the gates without someone noticing.
There may not be running water available at this dog park, which means you will need to bring some for your fuzzy buddy to stay hydrated. Keep in mind that this park is smaller than some others, so pets can get in a run, but there aren’t acres to play on. Smaller pooches may enjoy it more than larger dogs.
Settler’s Land Park/Downtown Cleveland Dog Park
1505 Merwin Avenue
Cleveland, OH, 44113
Clark Field Dog Park
Visiting the west side of the city for business or entertainment? This may be the right dog park for your fuzzy friend to get a few laps in to wear himself out before a long drive home. A large open space is available for running and playing fetch; it is semi-fenced, so only dogs good with return commands should be released there. A fenced section is available for dogs who are less responsive to commands; that section has gravel with fields surrounding it, just in case any dogs manage to get free of the fencing. Hand sanitizer is available for owners to use, so they can clean up after cleaning up after their pets. Seating and lots of room to run makes this a top-5 pick.
Clark Field Dog Park
West 11th Street & Clark Avenue
Cleveland, OH, 44113
South Euclid Dog Park
This dog park is a haven for pups of all shapes and sizes, even though they may all get to run together instead of in separated fenced areas. Free bags for the occasional toilet times are available, and there are balls provided by the park for your canine. The ground at the park is covered in small gravel, which keeps it from getting muddy, even if it rains, so you won’t have to fight for bath time or lay down towels in your car’s backseat before your dog gets in. The park is fenced, which means your pet can run off the lead without the concern of him running off.
Benches are provided, and with lighting on site, you can go to this park in the early morning or later evening, even if the sun isn’t on your side.
South Euclid Dog Park
679-699 S. Belvoir Boulevard
Cleveland Heights, OH, 44121
Detroit-Shoreway Dog Park
With high fences, adorable bone-shaped seating, and water fountains for your thirsty dog, the Detroit-Shoreway Dog Park has plenty for your dog to do and new friends for him to meet. This popular park has lots of room to run, exciting raised areas to jump on, and defined play spaces for dogs of all types. A chew zone is provided, and although all dogs can come in unless they’re puppies or in heat, there are still two sections provided to separate smaller and larger dogs for their own safety. Benches are on site and available for owners to sit on while their pets socialize, and ample parking makes this a location that is easy to appreciate.
Detroit-Shoreway Dog Park
2020 W. 53rd Street
Cleveland, OH, 44102
That’s it! These are the top five dog parks for the Cleveland area. With so many to choose from, you’re sure to find the right fit for your pup to enjoy while you’re in town.
2 Point Highlight
Detroit-Shoreway Dog Park
With high fences, adorable bone-shaped seating, and water fountains for your thirsty dog, the Detroit-Shoreway Dog Park has plenty for your dog to do.
Lakewood Dog Park
The park accepts dogs of all sizes, and owners are encouraged to separate their dogs from the others if they begin to form packs or get aggressive, making it a relatively safe park as well.
