DogMapFenced dog park · Old Northeast · 901 North Shore Dr NE, Saint Petersburg, FL 33701
North Shore Park Dog Park
St. Petersburg's most prominent official fenced off-leash dog park, set near the Tampa Bay waterfront in the Old Northeast, with separate large and small sections plus a 'time-out' area. It's a dry fenced park — St. Pete has no official off-leash dog swim beach.
Off-leash · alwaysThe facts
- Off-leashOff-leash · always
- FencedYes — enclosed
- WaterNone
- SizeFenced (separate large + small + 'time-out' area)
- HoursOff-leash all day · ~30 min before sunrise–11 PM (closed Tue 7–9 AM, Fri 1–3 PM)
- SurfaceGrass / dirt
Parking & access
North Shore Park lots off North Shore Dr NE.
Good to know
- Fenced and off-leash with separate large/small sections and a 'time-out' area; limit of two dogs per person, leashed entering/exiting.
- Closed for maintenance Tuesdays 7–9 AM and Fridays 1–3 PM.
- Waterfront location but no dog swimming here — and Florida sun is intense, so bring water and use shade; visit early or late in summer.
Verified off-leash rules
Rules verified · source: City of St. Petersburg Parks & Recreation
North Shore Park Dog Park: FAQ
- Can my dog be off-leash at North Shore Park Dog Park?
- Yes — North Shore Park Dog Park is off-leash year-round, whenever it's open.
- Is North Shore Park Dog Park fenced?
- Yes — North Shore Park Dog Park is fully enclosed.
- Is North Shore Park Dog Park free?
- Yes — North Shore Park Dog Park is free to access. North Shore Park lots off North Shore Dr NE.