DogMapOpen dog park · Shawnee Mission Park · 7900 Renner Rd, Shawnee, KS 66219
Shawnee Mission Park Off-Leash Area
One of the largest off-leash areas in the region: 44 mostly-unfenced acres of grassland, woods and paved trails leading to a lake beach where dogs swim freely. A regional signature spot inside Johnson County's flagship 1,756-acre park.
Off-leash · alwaysThe facts
- Off-leashOff-leash · always
- FencedNo — open
- WaterLake
- Size44 acres (largely unfenced)
- HoursOff-leash all day · park hours (closed Tue & Thu 5–9 AM)
- SurfaceGrass / dirt
Parking & access
Off-leash-area lot west of 87th & Ridgeview.
Good to know
- Largely UNFENCED and abuts a 120-acre lake and roads — solid recall/voice control is essential before letting a dog off-leash.
- Closed every Tuesday and Thursday 5–9 AM for routine maintenance; gates may be locked.
- Bring water and watch for Midwest summer heat/humidity; the lake beach helps dogs cool off, but winter ice and mud are common.
About Shawnee Mission Park Off-Leash Area
Shawnee Mission Park Off-Leash Area is a free open dog park in Shawnee, Kansas where dogs are off-leash year-round. It's unfenced, with a lake to swim in. Size: 44 acres (largely unfenced).
Rules verified · source: Johnson County Park & Recreation District
Shawnee Mission Park Off-Leash Area: FAQ
- Can my dog be off-leash at Shawnee Mission Park Off-Leash Area?
- Yes — Shawnee Mission Park Off-Leash Area is off-leash year-round, whenever it's open.
- Is Shawnee Mission Park Off-Leash Area fenced?
- No — Shawnee Mission Park Off-Leash Area is open/unfenced, so reliable recall is recommended.
- Can my dog swim at Shawnee Mission Park Off-Leash Area?
- Yes — Shawnee Mission Park Off-Leash Area has ocean surf to swim in. Pack fresh water and check conditions before you go.
- Is Shawnee Mission Park Off-Leash Area free?
- Yes — Shawnee Mission Park Off-Leash Area is free to access. Off-leash-area lot west of 87th & Ridgeview.
- Where can my dog be off-leash right now?
- Open the live DogMap map — each spot shows whether off-leash is allowed at the current date and time, including seasonal and time-of-day limits.