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Dog Parks in Chandler, Gilbert, Mesa, and Tempe

Dog Park Locations and Rules

By Judy Hedding, About.com

Chandler Dog Parks

Snedigar Park, 4500 S. Alma School Road

To get to this dog park enter the Snedigar Sports Complex (formerly the Chandler Regional Sports Complex) from Alma School and Lake, south of Ocotillo Road.There are two separate enclosures here, one for smaller/shyer dogs and one for the rowdier crowd. There are double-gated entrances, water and pooper-scoopers. Three dogs maximum per person, please. Open from sunrise to 10:30 p.m., except when reserved for police dog training. Children under 12 years old are not allowed in dog parks in Chandler. For more information call 480-782-2727.

Shawnee Bark Park, 1400 W. Mesquite Street

This dog park also includes an obstacle course. It is located at between Alma School Road and Dobson. Children under 12 years old are not allowed in dog parks in Chandler. For more information about this dog park call 480-782-2727.

West Chandler Bark Park, 250 S. Kyrene Road

The West Chandler Bark Park is located south of Chandler Blvd. just north of the West Chandler Aquatic Facility. The new park will be open from 6:00 am to 10:30 pm Tuesdays through Sundays, and from 2:30 -10:30 pm on Mondays. On Mondays from 6:00 am to 2:30 pm the park is closed to allow for maintenance. Children under 12 years old are not allowed in dog parks in Chandler. For more information about this dog park call 480-782-2727.

Mesa Dog Park

Quail Run Park, 4155 E. Virginia

Located north of McDowell Road off Greenfield. This 3+ acre area is completely fenced and features park benches, separate areas for timid and active dogs, and water fountains for both people and dogs. A dispenser for doggie poop bags is available at the entrance to the facility. This facility is closed Thursdays until noon for maintenance.

Tempe Dog Parks

Mitchell Park, 900 S. Mitchell

This dog park in Tempe is just south of University Rd. There are lots of benches and a water hose area. "Murphy", pictured above, demonstrates the most popular use of the Bark Park. There is a double-gated entry. No children under 12 are allowed without an adult, and only one dog per person is allowed in the enclosure. Mitchell Park also offers drinking fountains for both dogs and their people, tables, poop bags and trash receptacles, shade trees, and lights. 6 a.m. to midnight (closed Thursdays for maintenance). For more information call 480-350-5200.

Creamery Park, Una Avenue and 8th Street

This dog park is located just west of McClintock. There is parking on the street. This is the smallest of the Bark Parks we visited and we recommend small dogs only. Only one dog per owner is permitted. Creamery Park has drinking fountains for both dogs and their people, tables, benches, poop bags and trash receptacles, shade trees and lights. 6 a.m. to 10 p.m. For more information call 480-350-5200.

Papago Park, 1000 N. College Avenue (College Avenue and Curry Road)

Papago Park offers drinking fountains for both dogs and their people, tables, benches, poop bags and trash receptacles, shade trees, and lights. Children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult. Dogs must be under voice control and the handler must be within the enclosure at all times. No more than 3 dogs per owner/handler. Considerate dog owners pick up their pet's feces. In Tempe it's the law. Dog handlers must repair damage from digging and must remove/dispose of hair from grooming. Food is not allowed within the dog run. 6 a.m. to midnight (closed Thursdays for maintenance). For more information call 480-350-5200.

Jaycee Park, 817 W. 5th Street (5th St and Hardy Drive)

Jaycee Park offers drinking fountains for both dogs and their people, tables, benches, poop bags and trash receptacles, shade trees and lights. Children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult. Dogs must be under voice control and the handler must be within the enclosure at all times. No more than 3 dogs per owner/handler. Considerate dog owners pick up their pet's feces. In Tempe it's the law. Dog handlers must repair damage from digging and must remove/dispose of hair from grooming. Food is not allowed within the dog run. 6 a.m. to 10 p.m. For more information call 480-350-5200.

Tempe Sports Complex, 8401 S. Hardy Drive (Hardy Dr and Carver Rd.)

The Tempe Sports Complex dog park offers drinking fountains for both dogs and their people, tables, benches, poop bags and trash receptacles, and lights. Children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult. Dogs must be under voice control and the handler must be within the enclosure at all times. No more than 3 dogs per owner/handler. Considerate dog owners pick up their pet's feces. In Tempe it's the law. Dog handlers must repair damage from digging and must remove/dispose of hair from grooming. Food is not allowed within the dog run. 6 a.m. to 10 p.m. For more information call 480-350-5200.

Gilbert Dog Parks

Crossroads Dog Park, 2155 E. Knox Road

This dog park is on the west side of Greenfield Road, south of Warner Road. The dog park hours are 6 a.m.- 10 p.m., seven days per week. Call for information 480-503-6200.

Cosmo Dog Park, 2502 E. RayRoad

Cosmo Park is located at the northeast corner of Ray Road and the Santan Loop 202 in Gilbert. Hours are 6 a.m. to 10 p.m. Cosmo Park is named for Gilbert’s first police dog: Cosmo van Blitsaerd of Holland. The park features a lighted fenced dog park. Timid dogs are directed to use the northern part of the park. There is a lake where dogs may swim and two dog wash stations. Call for information 480-503-6200.

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