Huntsville offers several “Dog Spots,” off-leash doggie play areas. Each is approximately the size of two football fields and designed with dog safety in mind, having a divided play area for dogs less than 25 pounds.

Dog Spots are open for dogs and their owners during normal park hours – from dawn to one hour after dark, unless otherwise posted.

 

DOG PARK LOCATIONS


Downtown Dog Spot

Located on Cleveland Avenue, between Church Street and Meridian Street, just off the downtown exit from I-565.


Creekwood Park Dog Spot

Located west of Cummings Research Park in Creekwood Park, 360 Harvestwood Court.


Hampton Cove Dog Spot

Located at 235 Wade Road, just off of Highway 431 South, near the Hays Nature Preserve.


Southside Dog Spot

Located at 16159 Chaney Thompson Road, north of Green Cove Road.


PARK RULES

The Dog Spots are open for dogs and their owners during normal park hours – from dawn to one hour after dark, unless otherwise posted. Read full set of rules.


DONATE

Donations are currently being accepted by Animal Services for watering stations and other amenities for the Dog Spot dog parks.

Contact
  • Phone:

    256-564-8026

  • Address:

    Parks and Recreation Office

    2411 9th Avenue SW

    Huntsville, AL 35805

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  • Email:

    james.gossett@huntsvilleal.gov

    James Gossett

    Parks & Recreation Director

  • Hours:

    Monday – Friday, 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.