Can my dog be off-leash at Cochran Hill Dog Run (Cherokee Park)?

Off-leash is allowed only during posted hours: daylight (park 6 AM–11 PM); LDRA permit.

Is Cochran Hill Dog Run (Cherokee Park) fenced?

Yes — Cochran Hill Dog Run (Cherokee Park) is fully enclosed.

Is Cochran Hill Dog Run (Cherokee Park) free?

Cochran Hill Dog Run (Cherokee Park) isn't free — it requires a paid membership or fee to use. Check the official source for current pricing.

Fenced dog park · Cherokee Park · 740 Cochran Hill Rd, Louisville, KY 40206

Cochran Hill Dog Run (Cherokee Park)

The off-leash dog run tucked into the north end of Olmsted's Cherokee Park (the 'Dog Hill' / Baringer Hill area), fully fenced and split into all-dog and small-dog sides. Run by the Louisville Dog Run Association.

Off-leash · set hours

Off-leash right now?

Off-leash during set hours

daylight (park 6 AM–11 PM); LDRA permit.

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The facts

Off-leash
Off-leash · set hours
Fenced
Yes — enclosed
Water
None
Size
~3 acres (all-dog + small-dog sides)
Hours
daylight (park 6 AM–11 PM); LDRA permit
Surface
Grass / dirt

Parking & access

Cherokee Park parking off Cochran Hill Rd.

Good to know

Members-only: a Louisville Dog Run Association permit and gate key fob are required (about $50/yr first dog), plus a current Louisville Metro pet license and proof of rabies/distemper/parvo.
Fully fenced with a small-dog side; bring your own water in summer.
Kentucky summers are hot and humid — go early or late, bring water, and watch for overheating.

Verified off-leash rules

Rules verified · source: Louisville Metro Parks / Louisville Dog Run Association