What is it?

An off-leash dog area is a fenced designated public area that allows dogs to run freely and socialize with other dogs while being supervised by owners.

Some off-leash sites are divided into separate areas for large and small dogs, and some feature dog training areas.

Amenities differ by location. There is no charge to use a City of Tucson off-leash dog area.

Dog owners are expected to follow posted regulations at each site and maintain control of their pets at all times.

Locations

Northwest
Christopher Columbus Park
4600 N. Silverbell
Lighted facility
14,000-square foot facility
Open from dawn until two or three hours after dusk
Features: Fido fountain, Scrambling area, Shaded area with ramada, Scooper dispenser
For more information; contact the Northwest District at 791-4873, Ext. 0.

Midtown
Gene C. Reid Park-Miko’s Corner Playground
Country Club and 22nd Street—use Picnic Place or Concert Place entrances off Country Club.
New dog park opened Dec. 1. Interim site closed Dec. 3
Named after Miko, a TPD police dog that lost its life in the line of duty.
Hours 7 a.m.-10 p.m.
Features: Lighted, fenced, three double entry gates, large turf areas, divided two-acre site for large and small dogs, dog-friendly potable water fountains, Scooper dispenser, includes ramada with tables.
For more information contact Reid Park Operations at 791-4873, Ext. 141

East
Palo Verde Park
300 S. Mann Ave. (South of Broadway, West of Kolb)
18,000 square foot turf area
Features: Picnic tables, Trash cans, Double entry gates, Drinking fountain (dog-friendly), Scooper dispenser
For more information and park hours, contact the East District at 791-5930

North
Sixth Avenue Dog Park
2075 N. 6th Avenue (East side of 6th Ave. across from Northwest Center and Mansfield Park)
Features: Ramada, Tables, Wash area, Double entry gate
For information and park hours, contact the Northwest District at 791-4873, Ext. 0.

Northeast
Udall Park
7290 E. Tanque Verde
Features: Large turf area, One acre site, Trash cans, Seating area, Water for dogs, Open 6 a.m. until 10 p.m.
For information contact the East District at 791-5930 or the Udall Center at 791-4931.

Northwest
Jacobs Park
3300 N. Fairview Ave.
Features: Small off-leash area located on west side of Jacobs Park, funding: $68,750 in City of Tucson Back-to-Basics monies
For information and park hours, contact the Northwest District at 791-4873, Ext. 0.

Rules and Regulations

1. Owners are responsible for the actions of their dogs.
2. Open only one gate at a time when entering or leaving facility.
3. Children under the age of 10 must have adult supervision and cannot be left unattended.
4. Dog owners must stay in the off-leash area within view of their dogs and have a leash within reach at all times.
5. All dogs must wear collars with a current Pima County license and must be up-to-date on all vaccinations.
6. All dogs must be leashed outside the boundaries of the off-leash area, including to and from the parking area.
7. Aggressive dogs are not permitted within the off-leash premises.
8. Dogs must be removed from the off-leash area at the first sign of aggression.
9. A dog that is in season or ill is not permitted in the off-leash area.
10. Dog waste must be cleaned up immediately by owner.
11. Dogs must be under voice control – they should be able to obey owner voice commands.
12. Puppies under the age of four months are prohibited from using off-leash areas.
13. Owners are responsible for filling any holes their dogs may dig.

Thank you for your cooperation!

Questions or comments about an off-leash dog area? Contact us at 791-4873, Ext. 0 or any District Office