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Dog Parks & Off-Leash Areas in Louisiana

46 of the 460 dog parks, shelters, trainers and boarding kennels we track in Louisiana are fenced dog parks or designated off-leash areas. Full listings for every city are on the Louisiana page.

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Off-leash options range from fully fenced neighborhood runs with double-gated entries to open multi-use city parks with designated off-leash boundaries. Some locations feature separate enclosures for small or shy dogs, agility equipment, and surfaced ground like turf or wood chips, while others are natural dirt trails near water. Knowing the enclosure style, shade availability, and ground surface helps you pick a spot suited to your dog's size and recall reliability.

New Orleans 8

  1. NOLA City Bark

    10 Magnolia Dr, New Orleans, LA 70124

    are thursdays, 1 – 5pm

    FencedSmall-dog areaWater access
    Call Website All New Orleans

  2. Wisner Dog Park

    4873 Laurel St, New Orleans, LA 70115

    Call Website All New Orleans

  3. Crescent Park

    1008 N Peters St, New Orleans, LA 70116-3406

    Call All New Orleans

  4. woodlawn Dog Park

    5611 Woodlawn Pl, New Orleans, LA 70124-1852

    All New Orleans

  5. Crescent Bark

    3800-3898 Chartres St, New Orleans, LA 70117

    All New Orleans

  6. The Levee Dog Park

    Leake Ave, New Orleans, Louisiana, New Orleans, LA 70118

    All New Orleans

  7. South Carrollton Neutral Ground

    New Orleans, LA 70118

    All New Orleans

  8. Canal Boulevard Neutral Ground

    New Orleans, LA 70124

    All New Orleans

Metairie 5

  1. Bonnabel Dog Park

    1599 Bonnabel Blvd, Metairie, LA 70005-1010

    Call Website All Metairie

  2. Puppy Love Nola.com

    2630 Edenborn Ave, Metairie, LA 70002

    Call Website All Metairie

  3. Lafreniere Dog park

    N Scenic Dr, Metairie, LA 70003

    Mon-Fri 8:30am-4:30pm

    Website All Metairie

  4. Pontiff Park Dog Park

    217 Fairmont Ave, Metairie, LA 70005

    All Metairie

  5. Rio Vista Dog Park

    Metairie, LA 70121

    All Metairie

Baton Rouge 3

  1. Raising Canes Dog Park at Forest Community Park

    13900 S Harrells Ferry Rd, Baton Rouge, LA 70816

    Water access
    Call Website All Baton Rouge

  2. Raising Cane's Dog Park

    1442 City Park Ave, Baton Rouge, LA 70808

    Water access
    Call Website All Baton Rouge

  3. BREC's Burbank Dog Park

    12400 Burbank Dr, Baton Rouge, LA 70810

    Call Website All Baton Rouge

Shreveport 3

  1. Shreveport Dog Park

    857 E Stoner Ave, Shreveport, LA 71101

    Call Website All Shreveport

  2. A C Steere Park

    4009 Youree Dr, Shreveport, LA 71105

    Call All Shreveport

  3. Stoner Dog Park

    Shreveport, LA

    All Shreveport

Fort Johnson 2

  1. Dogwood Terrace Dog Park

    6280 Holmund St, Fort Johnson, LA 71459

    Call All Fort Johnson

  2. The Bark Park

    Fort Johnson, LA 71459

    All Fort Johnson

Gretna 2

  1. Gretna Dog Park

    1101 Washington St, Gretna, LA 70053

    All Gretna

  2. Gretna Dog Park

    3339 Claire Ave, Gretna, LA 70053

    All Gretna

Lafayette 2

  1. Brown Memorial Dog Park

    1234 E Pont des Mouton Rd, Lafayette, LA 70507-5710

    Call Website All Lafayette

  2. LGC Dog Park

    1919 Johnston, Lafayette, LA 70503

    Website All Lafayette

Zachary 2

  1. Zachary BREC Dog Park

    Park Street, Zachary, LA 70791

    All Zachary

  2. Raising Cane's Dog Park at Zachary Community Park

    19919 Old Scenic Hwy, Zachary, LA 70791

    All Zachary

Alexandria 1

  1. Hynson Dog Park

    Gilbert St, Alexandria, LA 71301

    All Alexandria

Covington 1

  1. Pretty Acres Dog Park

    301 S Orchard Ln, Covington, LA 70433

    Call Website All Covington

Deridder 1

  1. DeRidder Dog Park

    202 W 8th St, Deridder, LA 70634

    All Deridder

Destrehan 1

  1. Destrehan Levee

    Destrehan, LA 70047

    All Destrehan

Gonzales 1

  1. City Of Gonzales Dog Park

    1015 E Cornerview St, Gonzales, LA 70737

    Call All Gonzales

Hammond 1

  1. Hammond Dog Park

    400 S Oak St, Hammond, LA 70403-49ND

    All Hammond

Kenner 1

  1. Kenner City Park Dog Park

    3800 Loyola Dr, Kenner, LA 70065-7702

    Call Website All Kenner

Lake Charles 1

  1. Bark Du Lac Dog Park

    100-198 W Pine St, Lake Charles, LA 70601

    Call Website All Lake Charles

Mandeville 1

  1. Rouquette Lodge Dog Park

    4310 Highway 22, Mandeville, LA 70471-3434

    All Mandeville

Marksville 1

  1. Edgar Coco Park

    Benjamin Dr, Marksville, LA 71351

    All Marksville

New Iberia 1

  1. Dog Park

    New Iberia, LA 70563

    All New Iberia

Port Allen 1

  1. West Baton Rouge Dog Park

    610 Rosedale Rd, Port Allen, LA 70767

    Call Website All Port Allen

Prairieville 1

  1. The Prairie Dogs

    LA-929, Prairieville, LA 70769

    All Prairieville

Slidell 1

  1. Camellia City Bark Park

    901 Howze Beach Rd, Slidell, LA 70458

    Call All Slidell

Sulphur 1

  1. Fideaux Field

    900 W Parish Rd, Sulphur, LA 70663

    Call Website All Sulphur

Thibodaux 1

  1. Norman Swanner Dog Park

    Rue Loudun, Thibodaux, LA 70301

    Call Website All Thibodaux

Violet 1

  1. St Bernard Parish Animal Services

    5455 E Judge Perez Dr, Violet, LA 70092

    Call All Violet

West Monroe 1

  1. Raising Cane's Dog Park

    820 Kiroli Rd, West Monroe, LA 71291-4945

    saturday from 9 am - 2 pm

    Call Website All West Monroe

Winnsboro 1

  1. Park

    401-899 Fair Ave, Winnsboro, LA 71295

    All Winnsboro
Check local rules before unleashing. Look for posted signage at the entrance regarding local license requirements, peak hours, and whether the space requires a paid permit or registration.

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Good to know

What is the difference between a fully fenced park and an off-leash area?

Fully fenced parks use perimeter chain-link or wood fencing, often with double-gated entry airlocks to prevent dogs from escaping when people enter or leave. Designated off-leash areas may rely on natural boundaries, trails, or voice-control rules without complete physical fencing. If your dog is prone to bolting or lacks strong recall, a fully enclosed park is usually the safer choice.

Are dog parks free to use?

Most public municipal dog parks are free to enter and open during standard park hours. Some county reserves or specialized private parks require daily entrance fees, annual permits, or keycard access to ensure user registration and park maintenance. Expect day passes at private or pay-to-play parks to typically run between $5 and $15 per visit.

Do dog parks separate large and small dogs?

Many modern parks feature at least two distinct fenced sections: one reserved for dogs under 25 or 30 pounds and another for larger breeds. Smaller neighborhood runs or rustic trail areas might only offer a single shared space for all sizes. Checking park layouts in advance helps prevent accidental play conflicts between dogs of vastly different weights.

How long is a dog in heat?

A dog's heat cycle typically lasts for several weeks, averaging about three weeks in total. During this period, female dogs should be kept away from communal spaces across Louisiana to avoid accidental breeding. Owners can explore 46 dog parks in Louisiana to plan future visits once the cycle ends.

How long does a dog stay in heat?

Female dogs usually stay in heat for about three weeks, during which they can attract male dogs from significant distances. To ensure safety, restrict outdoor play to private, fully fenced yards throughout Louisiana. Our guide lists 46 dog parks in Louisiana for safe exercise options after the heat cycle completes.