Can my dog be off-leash at John Gorrie Dog Park (Riverside Park)?

Yes — John Gorrie Dog Park (Riverside Park) is off-leash year-round, whenever it's open.

Is John Gorrie Dog Park (Riverside Park) fenced?

Yes — John Gorrie Dog Park (Riverside Park) is fully enclosed.

Is John Gorrie Dog Park (Riverside Park) free?

Yes — John Gorrie Dog Park (Riverside Park) is free to access. Free street parking around Riverside Park.

Where can my dog be off-leash right now?

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Fenced dog park · Riverside / Avondale · 631 College St, Jacksonville, FL 32204

John Gorrie Dog Park (Riverside Park)

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.

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
Fountain on site
Size
~1.5 acres (separate large + small)
Hours
Off-leash all day · ~6 AM–8 PM
Surface
Grass / dirt

Parking & access

Free street parking around Riverside Park.

Good to know

Double-gated; separate large/small dog sections.
FL heat: good shade for owners, but bring water for dogs in summer.
Free street parking nearby; city park rules apply.

About John Gorrie Dog Park (Riverside Park)

John Gorrie Dog Park (Riverside Park) is a free fenced dog park in Jacksonville, Florida where dogs are off-leash year-round. It's fully fenced, with a drinking fountain on site. Size: ~1.5 acres (separate large + small).

Rules verified · source: City of Jacksonville