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Dog Parks in Fort Collins

Dog parks in Fort collins are a great place for our pups to play unleashed and meet new friends!

By Melissa Shrader Editor/Publisher Fort Collins Macaroni Kid July 4, 2022

We are lucky in the Northern Colorado area to have several great dog parks to enjoy with our favorite pups. Dog parks are a great place for our pups to play unleashed and meet new friends! Not sure about how dog parks work or if your dog is ready for one? Check out our etiquette and rules tips at the bottom of this story.

Big bonus: Dog parks in NoCo are FREE! 





Dog park locations are listed alphabetically:

Know of a dog park in Fort Collins we're missing? Let me know at MelissaS@MacaroniKid.com and we will add it to our list!





Soft Gold Neighborhood Dog Park

Address: 520 Hickory Street, Fort Collins
Hours: Open Monday - Friday 8am - 5pm. 

What we love about Soft Gold Dog Park: The one-acre dog park is fenced and canines and owners are welcome to let go of the leashes and run freely within the fenced area. There isn't much shade but there is plenty of room to run. 





Twin Silo's Dog Park

Address 5480 Ziegler Rd, Fort Collins
Hours Open Monday - Friday 8am - 5pm 

What we love about Twin Silo's Dog Park: Dog can go leash free within the fenced in area. It's one acre and includes a separate fenced area for small or shy dogs. There is a drinking fountain at the main gate so you and your pup can stay hydrated. 





Spring Canyon Dog Park

Address 2626 W Horsetooth Rd, Fort Collins
Hours Open Monday - Friday 8am - 5pm 

What we love about Spring Canyon Dog ParkSpring Canyon Dog Park has play structures including cement tubes and a large pond as well as a dedicated small dog area.  It's mostly dirt and gravel but its a dog paradise. There are picnic tables and benches and human and doggie water fountains and waste stations.





Fossil Creek Dog Park

Address 5821 S Lemay Ave Fort Collins
Hours Open Monday - Friday 8am - 5pm 

What we love about Fossil Creek Dog ParkThe park is 3/4 to 1 acre of fun for all dogs. There is a separate fenced area for small and shy dogs. Water is located at the double gate entry to keep you and your pup hydrated. 


Fort Collins dog park tips

Follow the rules! Typical dog park rules include:

  • Owners must clean up after their pets.
  • No aggressive dogs allowed.
  • Dogs must be licensed and vaccinated.
  • Puppies under 4 months prohibited.
  • Spayed/Neutered Animals recommended.
  • Leaving dogs unattended prohibited.
  • Limit 3 dogs per visit.
  • Dogs in heat prohibited.
  • Young children must be supervised.
  • Owners must carry a leash at all times.
  • Please keep gates closed.

Read more about dog park etiquette from the Whole Dog Journal.

We hope this list of dog parks in Fort Collins helps you find some fun places for your family to explore with your dogs. Now get the whole family — even the four-legged members — out to play!