Happy National Dog Month! Named one of Forbes’ Best Cities For Dogs 2022, Tampa has plenty of park options for you to enjoy with your furry friends. From dog washes to large play areas, these pup parks have it all. Check out some of Tampa’s top dog parks (listed in alphabetical order) and take fido on a new outing.
Carrollwood Village Dog Park
4680 West Village Dr., Tampa, FL 33624 | (813) 269-2466
Hours: sunrise to sunset
Maintained by: Hillsborough County
With individual areas for small and large dogs, this dog park has room for pups of all sizes. It also features water fountains for people and dogs, picnic tables, shelters, dog washes and a hitching post for everyone to utilize.
Curtis Hixon Waterfront Park
600 N. Ashley Dr., Tampa, FL 33602 | (813) 274-8615
Hours: 7 a.m. to 10 p.m.
Maintained by: City of Tampa
Located in the heart of Downtown Tampa, this park overlooks the river, so dog parents can have a relaxing time while their dogs are playing. A fenced-in Dog Run with artificial turf and agility equipment allows one large dog or two small (30 pounds and under) dogs per person at one time. Dogs must be at least 6 months old and display county license tags.
Davis Islands Park
1002 Severn St., Tampa, FL 33606 | (813) 274-8615
Hours: sunrise to sunset
Maintained by: City of Tampa
Davis Islands Beach has a fenced area just for dogs, as well as a designated beach area that allows pups to swim leash free. Don’t worry about all that sand – There’s a house-off area to clean up your pup before loading up the car.
Deputy John Kotfila, Jr. Memorial Dog Park
626 N. Raymond Ave., Tampa, FL 33602 | (813) 272-6740
Hours: 5 a.m. to 11 p.m.
Maintained by: City of Tampa
Located underneath the Selmon Expressway, dogs of all sizes are accommodated with separate play areas for small and large breeds, along with built-in K9Grass to help protect your puppy’s paws at the park. The name honors former Hillsborough County Sheriff John Robert Kotfila, Jr. who had a special bond with his German Shepard, Dexter.
Gadsden Park
6901 S. MacDill Ave., Tampa, FL 33611 | (813) 274-7733
Hours: 6 a.m. to 8:30 p.m.
Maintained by: City of Tampa
With plenty of room to play and run, there are multiple fenced-in areas for your furry friends to determine which is the best fit. This facility also has water bowls and a seating area with picnic tables for all the dog parents out there
Julian B. Lane Riverfront Dog Park
5 W. Laurel St.,Tampa, FL 33606 | (813) 274-8615
Hours: 7 a.m. to 10 p.m.
Maintained by: City of Tampa
Located along the Hillsborough River, this features separate sections for large and small breeds, multiple shaded areas and a fountain for the pups to cool off.
New Tampa Dog Park
8551 Hunter’s Village Road, Tampa, FL 33647 | (813) 744-5978
Hours: sunrise to sunset
Maintained by: Hillsborough County
This park offers two separate areas for small and large dogs, as well as picnic tables, pavilions with benches, dog washes and a hitching post.
Queenie’s Dog Park at Waterworks Park
1710 N. Highland Ave., Tampa, FL 33602 | (813) 274-8615
Hours: 7 a.m. to 10 p.m.
Maintained by: City of Tampa
Located near Downtown Tampa, you’ll find a small open space for dogs to play on artificial turf after a stroll on the Tampa Riverwalk.
Rowlett Park
2401 E. Yukon St., Tampa, FL 33604 | (813) 274-8615
Hours: sunrise to sunset
Maintained by: City of Tampa
In North Tampa, this park has a large, open grass area with an obstacle course, plus an area for small dogs.
West Dog Park
6402 Occident St., Tampa, FL 33614 | (813) 744-5978
Hours: sunrise to sunset
Maintained by: Hillsborough County
This off-leash dog park offers a “Pettiquette” brochure to ensure your pup has a fun and safe experience. Also featuring dog washes, water fountains and large play areas, this versatile facility has options for all breeds and sizes.
Looking for more dog park options in Tampa? The City of Tampa maintains 16 dog parks and Hillsborough County offers nine dog parks, five of which are in Tampa.
