DogMapFenced dog park · Oak Forest / Shepherd Park Plaza · 4201 W T.C. Jester Blvd, Houston, TX 77018
TC Jester Bark Park
A fully fenced two-section off-leash park (opened 2009) along the White Oak Bayou greenway on the northwest side, with a large 31,000 sq ft run and a separate 16,000 sq ft small-dog run, benches and drinking fountains.
Off-leash · alwaysThe facts
- Off-leashOff-leash · always
- FencedYes — enclosed
- WaterFountain on site
- Size~1.08 acres (31k sq ft large + 16k sq ft small)
- HoursOff-leash all day · dawn–dusk
- SurfaceGrass / dirt
Parking & access
Lot off W T.C. Jester Blvd.
Good to know
- No swim pond — the adjacent White Oak Bayou is not a dog-swim area; water on site is just drinking fountains, so bring your own.
- Gulf Coast heat/humidity: limited shade in the open runs; come early or late and carry water.
- City of Houston rules: visible registration/rabies tags, leashed in the transition corridor, off-leash only inside the runs.
Verified off-leash rules
Rules verified · source: City of Houston Parks & Recreation
TC Jester Bark Park: FAQ
- Can my dog be off-leash at TC Jester Bark Park?
- Yes — TC Jester Bark Park is off-leash year-round, whenever it's open.
- Is TC Jester Bark Park fenced?
- Yes — TC Jester Bark Park is fully enclosed.
- Is TC Jester Bark Park free?
- Yes — TC Jester Bark Park is free to access. Lot off W T.C. Jester Blvd.