DogMapFenced dog park · Jeffersontown · 5550 Charlie Vettiner Park Rd, Louisville, KY 40299
Vettiner Dog Run
A roughly two-acre fully fenced off-leash dog run inside Charlie Vettiner Park in southeastern Jefferson County, divided into an all-dog side and a small-dog side. Operated by the Louisville Dog Run Association.
Off-leash · alwaysThe facts
- Off-leashOff-leash · always
- FencedYes — enclosed
- WaterNone
- Size~2 acres (all-dog + small-dog sides)
- HoursOff-leash all day · daylight (park 6 AM–11 PM); LDRA permit
- SurfaceGrass / dirt
Parking & access
Charlie Vettiner Park lots off Charlie Vettiner Park Rd.
Good to know
- Members-only: Louisville Dog Run Association permit and gate fob required (about $50/yr first dog), plus current Metro license and vaccinations.
- Fully fenced with a separate small-dog area and shaded seating.
- Summer heat and humidity are real here — bring water; there’s no on-site dog swim.
About Vettiner Dog Run
Vettiner Dog Run is a paid fenced dog park in Louisville, Kentucky where dogs are off-leash year-round. It's fully fenced. Size: ~2 acres (all-dog + small-dog sides).
Rules verified · source: Louisville Metro Parks / Louisville Dog Run Association
Vettiner Dog Run: FAQ
- Can my dog be off-leash at Vettiner Dog Run?
- Yes — Vettiner Dog Run is off-leash year-round, whenever it's open.
- Is Vettiner Dog Run fenced?
- Yes — Vettiner Dog Run is fully enclosed.
- Is Vettiner Dog Run free?
- Vettiner Dog Run is paid or ticketed — Charlie Vettiner Park lots off Charlie Vettiner Park Rd.
- 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.