Can my dog be off-leash at Big Walnut Dog Park?

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

Is Big Walnut Dog Park fenced?

Yes — Big Walnut Dog Park is fully enclosed.

Is Big Walnut Dog Park free?

Yes — Big Walnut Dog Park is free to access. Park lots off E Livingston Ave (2nd entrance at 1826 Lattimer Dr).

Where can my dog be off-leash right now?

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Fenced dog park · Eastmoor · 5000 E Livingston Ave, Columbus, OH 43227

Big Walnut Dog Park

Columbus Rec & Parks' largest fenced dog park, with separate double-gated enclosures for small and large dogs set under mature shade trees. Well-lit, so it stays usable into the evening.

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
~3 acres (in a 136-acre park)
Hours
Off-leash all day · 7 AM–11 PM
Surface
Grass / dirt

Parking & access

Park lots off E Livingston Ave (2nd entrance at 1826 Lattimer Dr).

Good to know

Two fenced sides (small-dog and large-dog) with double-gated entries; bring your own water, there’s no water inside.
Grass under heavy tree cover gets muddy after Midwest rain and snowmelt — expect soggy paws in spring.
Portable restrooms, picnic tables and a kiosk on site.

About Big Walnut Dog Park

Big Walnut Dog Park is a free fenced dog park in Columbus, Ohio where dogs are off-leash year-round. It's fully fenced. Size: ~3 acres (in a 136-acre park).

Rules verified · source: Columbus Recreation and Parks