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Chaffee Crossing Dog Park
Chaffee Crossing Dog Park is a public dog park (free entry) at 8204 Veterans Avenue. Open 6:00am to 11:00pm daily. Has a separate small-dog area.
Address
8204 Veterans Avenue
Hours
6:00am to 11:00pm daily
Price
Free Entry
About the Park
Open 6 a.m. to 11 p.m. every day of the week, this City of Fort Smith dog park serves the fast-growing Chaffee Crossing district at 8204 Veterans Avenue, an address that technically carries a Barling zip on the district's eastern side. The city's parks directory lists a climbing structure among the amenities, and visitors describe separate fenced areas for big and small dogs plus mounded terrain the dogs actually use. Chaffee Crossing is the redeveloped Fort Chaffee land, now filling in with trails, breweries, and housing, and the dog park fits the district's build-it-new character. The long daily hours are the standout feature: few parks in the region let early risers and night-shift owners work a dog run into their schedule this easily.
infoWhat to Know Before You Go
Chaffee Crossing Dog Park is an off-leash area without full fencing. Make sure your dog has solid recall before letting them loose, and keep an eye on them near any roads or boundaries.
There's a separate area for small dogs, which is perfect if you have a smaller breed that might be intimidated by larger dogs. This is a feature many dog owners specifically look for.
The park has agility equipment, which is excellent for high-energy dogs that need both physical and mental stimulation. Even if your dog hasn't tried agility before, most dogs pick it up quickly with a little encouragement.
Best of all, Chaffee Crossing Dog Park is completely free to visit — no membership or daily fees required.
backpackWhat to Bring
Fresh water and a bowl
Even parks with water fountains can have them out of service. Bring your own to be safe.
Poop bags
Most parks provide them, but don't rely on it. Always come prepared to clean up after your dog.
A folding chair
This park may have limited seating, so a portable chair can make longer visits more comfortable.
High-value treats
Useful for practicing recall in a distracting environment and rewarding good social behavior.
Your dog's favorite toy
A familiar toy can help shy dogs feel more comfortable and give them something to focus on.
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Location
Note: restored 2026-07-11 from parks_cleanup_backup_20260711 (was Texas/Fort Smith); geo corrected; verified: fortsmithar.gov parks directory
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helpFrequently Asked Questions
Is Chaffee Crossing Dog Park fenced?
Chaffee Crossing Dog Park does not have a fully fenced enclosure. Dogs should be kept under voice control.
Is Chaffee Crossing Dog Park free?
Yes, Chaffee Crossing Dog Park is a free public dog park open to all visitors.
What are the hours for Chaffee Crossing Dog Park?
Chaffee Crossing Dog Park is open 6:00am to 11:00pm daily. Hours may vary on holidays — check locally for updates.
Does Chaffee Crossing Dog Park have a separate area for small dogs?
Yes, Chaffee Crossing Dog Park has a separate area designated for small dogs.
Where is Chaffee Crossing Dog Park located?
Chaffee Crossing Dog Park is located at 8204 Veterans Avenue in Fort Smith, AR 72923.
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