Can my dog be off-leash at Whitaker Park Dog Park?

Yes — Whitaker Park Dog Park is off-leash year-round, whenever it's open.

Is Whitaker Park Dog Park fenced?

Yes — Whitaker Park Dog Park is fully enclosed.

Is Whitaker Park Dog Park free?

Yes — Whitaker Park Dog Park is free to access. Street parking around Whitaker Park.

Fenced dog park · University / Whitaker · 550 University Terrace, Reno, NV 89503

Whitaker Park Dog Park

One of only two City of Reno designated off-leash areas, this fully fenced dog park sits in historic Whitaker Park near the University, with shade trees, benches, picnic tables and mutt-mitt dispensers in a compact neighborhood setting.

Off-leash · always

Off-leash right now?

Off-leash anytime

Leash-free whenever the spot is open.

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The facts

Off-leash
Off-leash · always
Fenced
Yes — enclosed
Water
Fountain on site
Size
Small-to-mid fenced enclosure
Hours
Off-leash all day · dawn–dusk
Surface
Grass / dirt

Parking & access

Street parking around Whitaker Park.

Good to know

Officially designated by the City of Reno as an off-leash area — outside the fence, the citywide leash law applies.
Mature shade trees make this a more comfortable summer option than open parks, but bring water at altitude.
Compact urban park; better for socializing than long-distance running.

Verified off-leash rules

Rules verified · source: City of Reno Parks, Recreation & Community Services