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Dog Parks & Beaches in Jacksonville, Florida

Compare 5 spots in Jacksonville with off-leash status, hours and parking before you head out.

5 spots mapped · 2026 · updated June 26, 2026

Best spots in Jacksonville

  1. Historic Springfield · 956 Hubbard St, Jacksonville, FL 32206

    Set in a historic Olmsted-influenced park near downtown (renamed from Confederate Park in 2020), this fenced 2.87-acre off-leash dog park has a separate small-dog section, pavilions, benches and doggie drinking fountains with downtown skyline views.

    Fenced dog parkFreeOff-leash all day · sunrise–sunset
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  2. Riverside / Avondale · 631 College St, Jacksonville, FL 32204

    A popular, fully fenced off-leash park inside historic Riverside Park (opened 2017) with separate big- and small-dog sections, agility obstacles, a water fountain and plenty of shaded seating for owners.

    Fenced dog parkFreeOff-leash all day · ~6 AM–8 PM
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  3. Arlington / Fort Caroline · 11751 McCormick Rd, Jacksonville, FL 32225

    A large, shaded, wooded off-leash dog park on the north side of Ed Austin Regional Park, with a fenced double-gate entry and a separate section for small dogs. Free to use within a big regional park.

    Fenced dog parkFreeOff-leash all day · sunrise–sunset
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  4. Ortega / Westside · 7000 Roosevelt Blvd, Jacksonville, FL 32244

    A shaded, wooded regional park on the Westside with two fenced off-leash dog sections — one for small dogs, one for large — plus miles of nature trails (dogs leashed on trails).

    Fenced dog parkFreeOff-leash all day · sunrise–sunset
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  5. Southside / Deerwood · 4663 River City Dr, Jacksonville, FL 32246

    A private 42-acre off-leash 'country club' for dogs — fenced fields, shaded woods with nature trails, and swim lakes (Lake Bow Wow, plus Lake Fifi for small dogs). The metro's standout dog-swim spot, by day pass or membership.

    Fenced dog parkTicketedOff-leash all day · daytime (lighted area 7–10 PM); paid
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Jacksonville spots: FAQ

Where can my dog be off-leash in Jacksonville?
DogMap maps 5 off-leash spots in Jacksonville, Florida. Each one's page shows its off-leash status, fenced or not — or open the live map to see what's allowed right now.
Are there fenced dog parks in Jacksonville?
Some Jacksonville spots are fully fenced and some are open — check each spot below for its fenced status before you go.