Can my dog be off-leash at Apex Nature Park Dog Park?

Off-leash is allowed only during posted hours: 6:30 AM–10 PM (closed 2nd Thu 7 AM–noon).

Is Apex Nature Park Dog Park fenced?

Yes — Apex Nature Park Dog Park is fully enclosed.

Is Apex Nature Park Dog Park free?

Apex Nature Park Dog Park isn't free — it requires a paid membership or fee to use. Check the official source for current pricing.

Fenced dog park · Apex / Evans Rd · 2600 Evans Rd, Apex, NC 27523

Apex Nature Park Dog Park

A fenced, lighted, keycard-access off-leash park inside Apex Nature Park with separate small- and large-dog sections, shade gazebos, water fountains and waste stations. Annual registration and a keycard are required.

Off-leash · set hours

Off-leash right now?

Off-leash during set hours

6:30 AM–10 PM (closed 2nd Thu 7 AM–noon).

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The facts

Off-leash
Off-leash · set hours
Fenced
Yes — enclosed
Water
Fountain on site
Size
Fenced (separate small + large)
Hours
6:30 AM–10 PM (closed 2nd Thu 7 AM–noon)
Surface
Grass / dirt

Parking & access

Apex Nature Park lots off Evans Rd.

Good to know

Keycard access only — register annually ($30 resident / $60 non-resident single dog) with proof of rabies; one card covers both Apex parks.
Closed the 2nd Thursday of each month 7 AM–noon for maintenance; max 2 dogs per adult, no kids 10 and under inside.
Shade gazebos help, but Triangle summer heat and humidity are intense — bring water.

Verified off-leash rules

Rules verified · source: Town of Apex