DogMapFenced dog park · Montrose / Cherryhurst · 4502 Dunlavy St, Houston, TX 77006
Ervan Chew Park Dog Park
Houston's first neighborhood park to legally allow off-leash dogs (dedicated 2004), a compact double-gated, fully fenced dog zone in the heart of Montrose. Separate large- and small-dog areas with shade trees, benches and water stations beside the park's sprayground.
Off-leash · alwaysThe facts
- Off-leashOff-leash · always
- FencedYes — enclosed
- WaterFountain on site
- Size~9,000 sq ft (separate large + small areas)
- HoursOff-leash all day · dawn–dusk
- SurfaceGrass / dirt
Parking & access
Street parking in Montrose around Dunlavy St.
Good to know
- Small and urban (~9,000 sq ft) — great for inner-loop dogs but it gets crowded; no swim water, just drinking/water stations, so bring a bowl.
- Gulf Coast heat/humidity: large shade trees help, but the small footprint means little airflow; visit early or late in summer.
- Double-gated entry; City of Houston tag and leash-in-transition rules apply.
Verified off-leash rules
Rules verified · source: City of Houston Parks & Recreation
Ervan Chew Park Dog Park: FAQ
- Can my dog be off-leash at Ervan Chew Park Dog Park?
- Yes — Ervan Chew Park Dog Park is off-leash year-round, whenever it's open.
- Is Ervan Chew Park Dog Park fenced?
- Yes — Ervan Chew Park Dog Park is fully enclosed.
- Is Ervan Chew Park Dog Park free?
- Yes — Ervan Chew Park Dog Park is free to access. Street parking in Montrose around Dunlavy St.