Can my dog be off-leash at James Urbanski Dog Park at Al Lopez Park?

Yes — James Urbanski Dog Park at Al Lopez Park is off-leash year-round, whenever it's open.

Is James Urbanski Dog Park at Al Lopez Park fenced?

Yes — James Urbanski Dog Park at Al Lopez Park is fully enclosed.

Is James Urbanski Dog Park at Al Lopez Park free?

Yes — James Urbanski Dog Park at Al Lopez Park is free to access. Al Lopez Park lots off Himes Ave.

Where can my dog be off-leash right now?

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Fenced dog park · Drew Park · 4810 N Himes Ave, Tampa, FL 33614

James Urbanski Dog Park at Al Lopez Park

A popular fenced, leash-free dog park inside Al Lopez Park with separate zones for large and small dogs and dog water fountains. Set in a leafy park with lakes — but the dog play areas are dry and fenced.

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
None
Size
Two fenced areas (large + small)
Hours
Off-leash all day · sunrise–sunset
Surface
Grass / dirt

Parking & access

Al Lopez Park lots off Himes Ave.

Good to know

Two fenced sections (large and small dogs) with dog drinking fountains.
Al Lopez Park has freshwater ponds/lakes — keep dogs OUT of them: Florida fresh water can harbor alligators, and these are not a dog-swim area.
Bring water and use the shade — Tampa heat and humidity are draining for dogs; go early or late.

About James Urbanski Dog Park at Al Lopez Park

James Urbanski Dog Park at Al Lopez Park is a free fenced dog park in Tampa, Florida where dogs are off-leash year-round. It's fully fenced. Size: Two fenced areas (large + small).

Rules verified · source: City of Tampa Parks & Recreation