Can my dog be off-leash at Greensprings Dog Park at George Ward Park?

Yes — Greensprings Dog Park at George Ward Park is off-leash year-round, whenever it's open.

Is Greensprings Dog Park at George Ward Park fenced?

Yes — Greensprings Dog Park at George Ward Park is fully enclosed.

Is Greensprings Dog Park at George Ward Park free?

Yes — Greensprings Dog Park at George Ward Park is free to access. George Ward Park lots off Green Springs Ave.

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Fenced dog park · Glen Iris / Five Points South · 1901 Green Springs Ave S, Birmingham, AL 35205

Greensprings Dog Park at George Ward Park

The Birmingham area's first public dog park, dedicated by the City of Birmingham in 2009. A 2.6-acre fenced run with double-gated entries and dividers separating large and small dogs, inside the larger George Ward Park.

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
None
Size
2.6 acres (separate large + small)
Hours
Off-leash all day · 8 AM–8 PM
Surface
Grass / dirt

Parking & access

George Ward Park lots off Green Springs Ave.

Good to know

Two double-gated sections split large vs. small dogs, plus a co-mingling area.
Almost no shade in the run — in Alabama’s summer heat and humidity, go early or near closing and bring your own water; there’s no fountain in the dog park.
Operated by City of Birmingham Parks & Recreation; reservations office (205) 254-2556.

About Greensprings Dog Park at George Ward Park

Greensprings Dog Park at George Ward Park is a free fenced dog park in Birmingham, Alabama where dogs are off-leash year-round. It's fully fenced. Size: 2.6 acres (separate large + small).

Rules verified · source: City of Birmingham Parks & Recreation