DogMapFenced dog park · North Berkeley · 1800 Hearst Ave, Berkeley, CA 94703
Ohlone Dog Park
Widely recognized as the first official off-leash dog park in the United States, dedicated in 1979. A fully fenced, double-gated run with separate large- and small-dog areas, running water, waste stations and shade trees in North Berkeley's Ohlone Park.
Off-leash · set hoursThe facts
- Off-leashOff-leash · set hours
- FencedYes — enclosed
- WaterFountain on site
- SizeSmall fenced run (9.8-acre park)
- Hours6 AM–10 PM
- SurfaceGrass / dirt
Parking & access
Street parking around Hearst Ave & Grant St.
Good to know
- Fully fenced with double-gate entry and separate large/small dog sections — a true enclosed run.
- Historic 'first dog park in America' (1979); long maintained with the volunteer Ohlone Dog Park Association.
- Leash dogs on the surrounding Ohlone Park paths outside the fenced run.
Verified off-leash rules
Rules verified · source: City of Berkeley
Ohlone Dog Park: FAQ
- Can my dog be off-leash at Ohlone Dog Park?
- Off-leash is allowed only during posted hours: 6 AM–10 PM.
- Is Ohlone Dog Park fenced?
- Yes — Ohlone Dog Park is fully enclosed.
- Is Ohlone Dog Park free?
- Yes — Ohlone Dog Park is free to access. Street parking around Hearst Ave & Grant St.