Off-Leash Dog Parks
Designated Off-Leash Areas:
- Virginia Lake Park Dog Park, 1980 Lakeside Dr., Reno, NV 89509
- Whitaker Park Dog Park, 550 University Terrace, Reno, NV 89503
- Sparks Marina Park Dog Park, 300 Howard Dr., Sparks, NV 89434
- Link Piazzo Dog Park at Hidden Valley Regional Park, Parkway Dr., Reno, NV 89502
- Rancho San Rafael Park Multi Use Area, North Sierra St., Reno, NV 89503
- Wedekind Regional Park, 11 Disc Dr., Sparks, NV 89436
- Village Green, 960 Lakeshore Blvd., Incline Village, NV 89451
- Cyan Park, 2121 Long Meadow Dr., Reno, NV 89521
Off-Leash Fields:
The following fields have been approved by the Park Commission to operate as off-leash areas, during non-team use for the hours listed.
North Valleys Regional Park- 8085 Silver Lake Rd, Reno, NV 89506
- 80' x 80' soccer field
- 15650 Wedge Pkwy, Reno, NV 89511
- Lower soccer field
- 7100 Pyramid Way, Sparks, NV 89436
- Lower soccer field
Hours:
- November 1 st through March 1 st: daily, 8am - sunset.
- March 2 nd - Oct 31st: Monday - Friday 8am - 1pm.
For more information about local dog parks and off leash areas visit: https://www.washoecounty.gov/parks/specialty_facilities/dog_parks
PLEASE BE PREPARED TO OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING RULES PURSUANT TO WASHOE COUNTY CODE:
- Pet handlers are legally responsible for the behavior of their dogs and any injuries or damages caused by any action of their dogs.
- All dogs must be physically leashed upon entering and exiting the dog park.
- Electronic collars and voice control are not considered leashes.
- Pet handlers are required by law (WC Chapter 55) to clean up after their dogs, waste receptacles are provided.
- All dogs must have current licenses and vaccinations.
- Aggressive dogs are not permitted - handlers must remove their dog upon the first sign of aggression.
- For professional dog trainers, it is recommended you call and verify if you need a permit to conduct business at the park.
- Dogs shall not dig or disturb park resources. Handlers must repair the damage and should not return if this is a common practice for their dog.
- Recommended no more than three dogs per handler, for their safety.
- We recommended leaving all dogs that are ill, injured, in heat, or younger than 4 months old at home, for their safety.
- Be cautious of dog toys; some dogs don't like to share.
- It is recommended that children age 12 and under should be supervised at all times.