DogMapFenced dog park · Downtown · 600 N Ashley Dr, Tampa, FL 33602
Curtis Hixon Waterfront Dog Parks
Two fenced off-leash dog parks (opened February 2026) in the heart of downtown Tampa on the Riverwalk, with separate areas for small and large breeds. No swimming — the Hillsborough River here is not a dog-swim spot; this is a dry urban dog park.
Off-leash · alwaysThe facts
- Off-leashOff-leash · always
- FencedYes — enclosed
- WaterFountain on site
- Size~1,980 sq ft small-dog + ~4,900 sq ft large-dog
- HoursOff-leash all day · 7 AM–10 PM
- SurfaceGrass / dirt
Parking & access
Downtown garages and street parking off Ashley Dr.
Good to know
- Two separate fenced runs by size; the large-dog park sits near the river, the small-dog park in the terraced landscaping.
- Limits apply: one large dog or two small dogs (30 lb and under) per person; dogs must be 6+ months old with County license tags.
- Downtown means little natural shade and hot turf in Florida summer — come early/late, bring water, and don’t let dogs into the river.
About Curtis Hixon Waterfront Dog Parks
Curtis Hixon Waterfront Dog Parks is a free fenced dog park in Tampa, Florida where dogs are off-leash year-round. It's fully fenced, with a drinking fountain on site. Size: ~1,980 sq ft small-dog + ~4,900 sq ft large-dog.
Rules verified · source: City of Tampa Parks & Recreation
Curtis Hixon Waterfront Dog Parks: FAQ
- Can my dog be off-leash at Curtis Hixon Waterfront Dog Parks?
- Yes — Curtis Hixon Waterfront Dog Parks is off-leash year-round, whenever it's open.
- Is Curtis Hixon Waterfront Dog Parks fenced?
- Yes — Curtis Hixon Waterfront Dog Parks is fully enclosed.
- Is Curtis Hixon Waterfront Dog Parks free?
- Yes — Curtis Hixon Waterfront Dog Parks is free to access. Downtown garages and street parking off Ashley Dr.
- 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.