Can my dog be off-leash at Lower Huron Metropark Off-Leash Dog Area?

Off-leash is allowed only during posted hours: park 7 AM–10 PM (Metroparks vehicle pass).

Is Lower Huron Metropark Off-Leash Dog Area fenced?

Yes — Lower Huron Metropark Off-Leash Dog Area is fully enclosed.

Is Lower Huron Metropark Off-Leash Dog Area free?

Lower Huron Metropark Off-Leash Dog Area isn't free — it requires a paid membership or fee to use. Check the official source for current pricing.

Fenced dog park · Lower Huron Metropark · 40151 E Huron River Dr, Belleville, MI 48111

Lower Huron Metropark Off-Leash Dog Area

A brand-new (June 2026) off-leash dog area at Lower Huron Metropark featuring dog splash pools, agility equipment, an accessible drinking fountain and universal-access paths.

Off-leash · set hours

Off-leash right now?

Off-leash during set hours

park 7 AM–10 PM (Metroparks vehicle pass).

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The facts

Off-leash
Off-leash · set hours
Fenced
Yes — enclosed
Water
Splash pools (seasonal)
Size
Medium (new in 2026)
Hours
park 7 AM–10 PM (Metroparks vehicle pass)
Surface
Grass / dirt

Parking & access

Metropark lots (vehicle entry pass required).

Good to know

A Metroparks vehicle pass is required: $10 daily or annual — the dog area is free with park entry but the pass is not.
Newest facility in the system (opened June 2026); the dog “pools” are splash/cooling pools, not a natural river swim.
Open year-round; the splash features are summer-only and shut off for Michigan winter.

Verified off-leash rules

Rules verified · source: Huron-Clinton Metroparks