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Best Dog Parks in and around Wichita

Dog Parks in and around Wichita. Every dog needs the chance to be a dog meaning, they need to be able to run free every once in a while. The best part is this is a great FREE activity in Wichita! We have listed 7 dog parks to go visit.

Going to the Dog Park is a great way for your fur babies to  explore, exercise, and socialize. This is very important for our four legged friends. Plus, it is always good to see your dog having fun and it gets you out of the house as well!

Best Dog Parks in & around Wichita

Just Remember:

  • Always clean up after your dog
  • Your dog must be at least 5 months old and have the rabies vaccine
  • Always stay in the park with your dog
  • Don’t take your dog out for a walk if it is too hot outside
  • Keep the collar on the dog and the leash with you at all times

LW Clapp Dog Park

The dog park is part of a transformed former golf course that has been rebuilt into a vibrant community space. New features include Wichita’s first inclusive playground, a striking public art sculpture, and improved walking trails. 

  • The dog park is located on the opposite end of the park at 1950 S. Bluff St.
  • Benches
  • Hydration Station
  • Waste Removal Station

W.B. Harrison Dog Park

Has a fenced-in dog park and separate areas for both large and small dogs. The greater park is home to plenty of walking paths, a baseball field, and a playground to walk around with your pooch.

  • 1300 S Webb Rd
  • Water
  • Restrooms

Hours

  • 6:00am – Midnight

WB Harrison Pond

Photo by: wichita.gov

Murfin Dog Park
Right beside the Kansas Humane Society is the Murfin Dog Park.

  • 3 fenced-in enclosures (1.03-acre, .95 acre, and .91 acres of play areas)
  • Shaded picnic tables
  • Water stations
  • Waste removal stations

Hours

  • 6am – Midnight (Daily)

Location

  • 3313 N. Hillside, Wichita, KS 67219

Murfin Dog Park Wichita

Photo: Murfin Dog Park Wichita By: Murfin Animal Care Campus Dog Park FB

K-9 Rooster Dog Park

Formally named ‘Meridian Dog Park’ City Council changed the name to commemorate a fallen
Officer Canine Rooster. Rooster was shot and killed on March 19th after spending five years of
duty with the Wichita Police Department.

  •  3 fenced-in enclosures (1.36-acre, .97 acre, and .83 acres of play areas)
  • Water stations
  • Waste removal station
  •  Benches

Hours

  • 6am – Midnight (Daily)

Location

  • 2127 N Meridian, Wichita, KS 67203
  • Along the north bank of the Arkansas River

K9 Rooster Dog Park Wichita

Photo: K-9 Rooster Dog Park by: Park & Recreation

Chapin/Ashley Park
This park was named after the first dog that was brought into the fire department’s canine unit
back in 1994. Chapin Park was also the very first dog park and it is used by the Wichita Radio
Control Club which flies model airplanes. Not only can your dog run free, but there is a walking trail for you and your dog to explore as well.

  • 2 fenced-in enclosures (15.15 acres and 1.19 acres of play area)
  • Shade shelter for dogs
  • Water station
  • Restroom facilities
  • Waste removal station
  • Hike and bike trail

Hours

  • 6am – Midnight (Daily)

Location

  • 2400 E MacArthur Rd, Wichita, KS 67216

Chapin Ashley Dog Park

Photo: Chapin/Ashley Park By: Bestquestict

Naftzger Bark Park
Just north of Intrust Bank Arena is Naftzer Park. This Park hosts many events year-round and is
surrounded by restaurants, some with outdoor dining, shops, and wonderful scenery for you
and your pup to explore downtown Wichita.

  • 1 fenced-in enclosure
  • Artificial turf hill
  • Water station
  • Waste removal station
  • Benches

Hours

  •  6am – Midnight (Daily)

Location

  • 601 E Douglas, Wichita, KS 67

Naftzger Bark Park Dog Park

Photo: Naftzger Dog park – By: City Park Dog Parks

Haysville Dog Park
Similar to Chapin Park, Haysville Dog Park also gives you the option to walk a trail with your
pup. You can also let them roam free in one of the two enclosures.

  • 2 fenced-in enclosures (1.3 acres and 1.6 acres of play area)
  • Hike and bike path
  • Shaded seating
  • Restroom facility

Hours

  • 5am – Midnight (Daily)

Location

  •  400 W 79th St S, Haysville, KS 67060

Haysville Dog Park

Photo: Haysbille Dog Park – Photo by Derby Informer

Decrasky Dog Park

  • 2 fenced-in enclosures (3-acre park)
  • Agility stations
  • A pond with a dock (Used for retrieval training) Dogs can swim in!
  • Shady areas
  • Water stations
  • Washing areas
  • Restroom facility

Hours

  • Sunrise to sunset (Daily)
  • Closed Monday mornings

Location

  • 1600 Line Dr, Derby, KS 67037

Decarsky Dog Park Derby Kansas

Decarsky Dog park Derby KS – Photo off of their FB page.

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