Parks and Open Space

Off-Leash Dog Areas

After a one-year pilot program (Nov. 2021 - Nov. 2022), the Washoe County Open Space and Regional Parks Commission voted to continue to utilize three designated soccer fields (in three different parks) for off-leash dog use during certain non-team use times.

Please note: If rules and hours are NOT respected then these fields will no longer be permitted for "off-leash". If rules and hours ARE followed, more park fields in addition to these may be designated for "off-leash". Please be respectful!  

Locations

Each field entrance will have a dog waste station, but users are still required to bring their own dog waste bags. 

• North Valleys Regional Park
  8085 Silver Lake Road, Reno 89506
  *80' x 80' fully fenced soccer field at the end of Silver Lake Road

• Lazy 5 Regional Park 
  7100 Pyramid Way Sparks, 89436
  *Unfenced lower park soccer field

• South Valleys Regional Park
  15650 Wedge Parkway, Reno 89511
  *Partially fenced lower soccer field between the library and playground 

Hours

November thru February
8:00am - Sunset, everyday

March thru October
8:00am - 1:00pm, Monday thru Friday ONLY 

Rules

• Aggressive dogs are not permitted.
• You are legally responsible for your dog's behavior and any injuries or damages he/she causes
• By entering the dog off-leash area, you do so at your own risk and agree to abide by all park rules. 
• Never leave the off-leash area without your dog(s), leave them unattended, or allow them out of sight. Your dog should be under voice control, meaning they are obedient and respond to your commands. 
• You are required by law (WCC Chapter 55) to clean up after your dog and carry a suitable container for dog feces. Remove and dispose of waste in bins provided. 
• Always carry a physical leash; leash dog(s) when entering/leaving park
• Female dogs in heat are not permitted in this area. 
• All dogs must have current vaccinations and license by law (WC Chapter 55)
• No more than three dogs per handler. 

*Please note that dogs must be leashed in all other areas outside of the designated off-leash areas, including playgrounds, reserve-able group picnic areas and other athletic turf fields.

For any animal related issues or concerns, please contact Animal Control Dispatch at (775) 322-3647.

For more information, please reference our dog parks in Washoe County page.