DogMapFenced dog park · Lake Roland / Ruxton · 1000 Lakeside Dr, Baltimore, MD 21210
Paw Point Dog Park at Lake Roland
A fully fenced one-acre off-leash swim-and-play park on the peninsula at Baltimore County’s Lake Roland, with a code-controlled gate and a safety-gated section of the lake where dogs wade and swim. One of the few local off-leash parks with real open-water access.
Off-leash · alwaysThe facts
- Off-leashOff-leash · always
- FencedYes — enclosed
- WaterLake
- Size1 acre (gated lake access)
- HoursOff-leash all day · sunrise–sunset (membership; depart 15 min before sunset)
- SurfaceSand / grass
Parking & access
Lake Roland lots off Lakeside Dr.
Good to know
- Membership required: $35/year covers two licensed, vaccinated dogs and gives an electronic gate code; you don't need to join the Lake Roland Nature Council.
- Gated lake access lets dogs actually swim in Lake Roland, not just a spray feature.
- Park gates are sunrise to sunset year-round; all visitors must leave 15 minutes before sunset.
Verified off-leash rules
Rules verified · source: Baltimore County Recreation & Parks (Lake Roland)
Paw Point Dog Park at Lake Roland: FAQ
- Can my dog be off-leash at Paw Point Dog Park at Lake Roland?
- Yes — Paw Point Dog Park at Lake Roland is off-leash year-round, whenever it's open.
- Is Paw Point Dog Park at Lake Roland fenced?
- Yes — Paw Point Dog Park at Lake Roland is fully enclosed.
- Can my dog swim at Paw Point Dog Park at Lake Roland?
- Yes — Paw Point Dog Park at Lake Roland has lake water for dogs to swim in.
- Is Paw Point Dog Park at Lake Roland free?
- Paw Point Dog Park at Lake Roland isn't free — it requires a paid membership or fee to use. Check the official source for current pricing.