Can my dog be off-leash at Garden of the Gods Off-Leash Dog Run?

Off-leash is allowed only during posted hours: 5 AM–9 PM (winter) / 10 PM (summer).

Is Garden of the Gods Off-Leash Dog Run fenced?

No — Garden of the Gods Off-Leash Dog Run is open/unfenced, so reliable recall is recommended.

Is Garden of the Gods Off-Leash Dog Run free?

Yes — Garden of the Gods Off-Leash Dog Run is free to access. Garden of the Gods / Rock Ledge Ranch parking off Gateway Rd.

Open dog park · Garden of the Gods · Gateway Rd near Rock Ledge Ranch, Colorado Springs, CO 80904

Garden of the Gods Off-Leash Dog Run

A large unfenced city-designated off-leash dog run in the open area east of Rock Ledge Ranch and south of Gateway Road. This is the ONLY off-leash spot at Garden of the Gods — the famous red-rock formations are strictly leashed (6-foot leash everywhere else in the park).

Off-leash · set hours

Off-leash right now?

Off-leash during set hours

5 AM–9 PM (winter) / 10 PM (summer).

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The facts

Off-leash
Off-leash · set hours
Fenced
No — open
Water
None
Size
Open dog-run area
Hours
5 AM–9 PM (winter) / 10 PM (summer)
Surface
Grass / dirt

Parking & access

Garden of the Gods / Rock Ledge Ranch parking off Gateway Rd.

Good to know

Off-leash only in this designated dog run; the main Garden of the Gods requires a 6-foot leash at all times.
Unfenced and open — dogs must stay under voice control; not for dogs without solid recall.
Around 6,000 ft with little shade and no swim water — carry water and watch for fast foothill weather.

Verified off-leash rules

Rules verified · source: City of Colorado Springs Parks