Dog Parks in Knoxville, TN
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Discover 9 dog parks in Knoxville, TN, rated an average of 3.2 stars by local dog owners.
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Top Parks in Knoxville, TN
Plumb Creek Dog Park
location_onKnoxville, TN
Plumb Creek PetSafe Dog Park is one of Knoxville's largest dog parks, spanning 8 acres total with separate fenced areas for large and small dogs. The 7-acre large dog area includes a walking path, water fountain, and shaded shelter, while the 1-acre small dog area features a water fountain and shelter.
Centennial Dog Park
location_onNashville, TN
Centennial Dog Park is a city-run, double-gated dog park located in Nashville's larger Centennial Park near Vanderbilt University. It features separate fenced areas for small and large dogs with natural grass surfaces, benches for seating, and amenities including water and waste bags.
Bark Park
location_onNolensville, TN
Bark Park in Nolensville, TN is a fenced off-leash dog park with separate areas for small and large dogs. It features agility equipment, shaded benches, dog water fountains, and waste stations. The park offers a grassy field for play and is small dog friendly.
Atkins Porter Dog Park
location_onParis, TN
Atkins Porter Dog Park in Paris, TN, offers separate areas for large and small dogs, water access for pups, and benches for owners. It provides a safe environment with lush greenery and walking paths for dogs to roam and socialize.
Play Wash Pint
location_onChattanooga, TN
Play Wash Pint is an approximately 11,000-square-foot private synthetic grass dog park in Chattanooga with three separate play zones. The facility features expertly trained Ruff Rangers who monitor play, a custom dog fountain, communal toys, and amenities like misters, fans, heaters, and covered areas for guests. The park also offers a groomer-quality self-wash station and serves beer, ciders, and non-alcoholic beverages.
Shelby Farms Park
location_onMemphis, TN
The Outback at Shelby Farms Park is a 100+ acre off-leash dog area featuring open fields, ponds, and unpaved trails. It includes a water fountain with doggie bowl and a dog wash station. The park is not fully fenced, so dogs need good recall skills.
PetSafe Concord Dog Park
location_onKnoxville, TN
The Concord PetSafe Dog Park spans nearly 4 acres with separate off-leash areas for small and large dogs, featuring grassy and stone run areas, shaded spots, and agility equipment. It includes water access via a dock on Fort Loudoun Lake, a dog shower, and pet water fountains. Paved ADA-accessible trails and natural walking paths connect through the scenic park located behind tennis courts.
Bark Springs Park
location_onSmyrna, TN
Bark Springs Dog Park is a fenced, off-leash area within Sharp Springs Park in Smyrna, TN, featuring separate sections for small and large dogs. It offers shaded seating for owners, agility equipment, walking trails, and a spacious environment for dogs to play and socialize. Reviews praise its cleanliness and size, though some note occasional issues like insects or locked sections.
Pitts Dog Park
location_onAntioch, TN
Pitts Dog Park at William A. Pitts Park offers two acres of fenced-in off-leash space for dogs, with a water fountain, walking trails, benches, and shade. It features a large shared area for all dog sizes, picnic tables, and a small paved loop. Recent upgrades include a new fence and electronic gates synced to park hours.
Miss Peggy's Bark Park
location_onBrentwood, TN
Miss Peggy's Bark Park is located in the southwest corner of Tower Park in Brentwood, TN. It features two separately fenced areas: a 1.5-acre section for large dogs over 25 pounds and a 0.65-acre area for small dogs. Amenities include shaded benches, water stations, hydrants, a nearby creek, and agility equipment.
Dog Park at Jack Benson Heritage Park
location_onChattanooga, TN
The Dog Park at Jack Benson Heritage Park features separate fenced areas for small and large dogs with double-gated entries, agility equipment, water access, and natural grass surfaces. Located within a 22-acre park with walking tracks and shaded areas, it offers ample space for dogs to run and play off-leash. Visitors praise its spaciousness, cleanliness, and family-friendly surroundings including trails and picnic areas.
Dog Park at Heritage Park Complex
location_onClarksville, TN
The Dog Park at Heritage Park Complex is a large off-leash area divided into separate sections for small dogs (under 30 lbs), large dogs (over 30 lbs), and a training/exercise area. It provides waste disposal stations, benches, shaded areas, and dog drinking fountains for pets and owners. Ample space allows dogs to run, play fetch, and enjoy activities in a safe environment.
petsDog Park Etiquette
Always clean up after your dog
Bring bags and pick up immediately. This is the number one complaint at every dog park and the top reason parks get shut down.
Keep vaccinations current
Dog parks are shared spaces. Make sure your dog is up to date on rabies, distemper, and bordetella to protect everyone.
Leave aggressive dogs at home
If your dog has a history of aggression, a busy dog park isn't the right environment. Work with a trainer first.
Don't bring food for humans
Your lunch can trigger resource guarding in dogs around you. Save the picnic for after the park visit.
Supervise at all times
Stay off your phone and watch your dog. You need to be ready to intervene quickly if play gets too rough.