Can my dog be off-leash at Worthington Dog Park?

Yes — Worthington Dog Park is off-leash year-round, whenever it's open.

Is Worthington Dog Park fenced?

Yes — Worthington Dog Park is fully enclosed.

Is Worthington Dog Park free?

Worthington Dog Park isn't free — it requires a paid membership or fee to use. Check the official source for current pricing.

Fenced dog park · Worthington Park · 8170 Hillsborough Rd, Ellicott City, MD 21043

Worthington Dog Park

Howard County's official off-leash dog park, with a large-dog enclosure and a separate area for small, timid or elderly dogs behind 6-foot double-gated fences. Open seasonally, weather permitting, with rentable private fenced areas also available.

Off-leash · always

Off-leash right now?

Off-leash anytime

Leash-free whenever the spot is open.

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The facts

Off-leash
Off-leash · always
Fenced
Yes — enclosed
Water
Fountain (summer)
Size
Multiple fenced enclosures
Hours
Off-leash all day · park hours (permit; closes in wet/muddy weather)
Surface
Grass / dirt

Parking & access

Worthington Park lot off Hillsborough Rd.

Good to know

Permit required: $5 daily (cash at the park) or an annual permit via application; bring proof of dog license and rabies vaccine.
On-site water is shut off in the cold months (roughly November–April); the park may close in rain, snow or mud.
Handlers must be 18+; children under 12 are not allowed in the off-leash area.

Verified off-leash rules

Rules verified · source: Howard County Recreation & Parks