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Fenced Dog Parks in Virginia

22 of the 1,196 dog parks, shelters, trainers and boarding kennels we track in Virginia have a fully fenced off-leash area. Full listings for every city are on the Virginia page.

22locations
20cities
1,196locations statewide

A map pin can't tell you whether a "dog park" is a true enclosed run or just an open field with a leash-law sign — the label alone doesn't separate them. Every park marked fenced here was confirmed enclosed from the park department's own site plan, aerial imagery, or posted signage, not the listing name.

Fredericksburg 2

  1. The Barking Barley

    1515 Olde William St, Fredericksburg, VA 22401

    Wed-Thu 2-9, Fri 2-10, Sat 12-10, Sun 12-8

    FencedIndoor
    Call Website All Fredericksburg

  2. Fredericksburg Dog Park

    1448 Kenmore Ave, Fredericksburg, VA 22401

    Summer 7 a.m. to 8 p.m., Winter 7 a.m. to 6 p.m.

    FencedWater access
    Call Website All Fredericksburg

Roanoke 2

  1. Highland Dog Park

    641 Walnut Ave SW, Roanoke, VA 24016-4524

    Open year-round

    FencedSmall-dog area
    Call Website All Roanoke

  2. Taj Ma Paw

    745 Townside Rd SW, Roanoke, VA 24014

    Mon-Fri 6am-8pm, Sat 8:30am-5:30pm

    FencedIndoor
    Call Website All Roanoke

Alexandria 1

  1. Duke Street Dog Park

    Duke St, Alexandria, VA 22312

    sunrise-sunset

    Fenced
    Call Website All Alexandria

Catlett 1

  1. Country Club Kennels & Training

    10739 Bristersburg Rd, Catlett, VA 20119

    Fenced
    Call Website All Catlett

Chantilly 1

  1. Pender Pet Retreat

    4508 Upper Cub Run Dr, Chantilly, VA 20151

    Mon-Fri 7am-7pm, Sat 7am-5pm, Sun 10am-5pm

    Fenced
    Call Website All Chantilly

Charles City 1

  1. A Stay in the Country Pet Lodge and Training Center

    2610 Shadewood Ln, Charles City, VA 23030

    Mon-Fri 8am-6pm, Sat 9am-12pm, Sun 3pm-6pm

    Fenced
    Call Website All Charles City

Chesapeake 1

  1. Family Dog Club

    1847 Centerville Turnpike S, Chesapeake, VA 23322

    Fenced
    Call Website All Chesapeake

Chester 1

  1. West Chester Pet Resort

    12021 Iron Bridge Rd, Chester, VA 23831-1460

    Mon-Sat 8am-12pm

    Fenced
    Call Website All Chester

Harrisonburg 1

  1. Smithland Road Dog Park

    1646 Smithland Rd, Harrisonburg, VA 22802-9353

    Sunrise to sunset, water off Nov 2-Apr 15

    FencedSmall-dog areaWater access
    Website All Harrisonburg

Manassas 1

  1. Prince William County Dog Park

    13000 Minnieville Rd, Manassas, VA 22192

    Dawn to dusk year-round

    Fenced
    Website All Manassas

Midland 1

  1. Fauquier SPCA

    9350 Rogues Rd, Midland, VA 22728-1820

    FencedAgility equipment
    Call Website All Midland

Nokesville 1

  1. The Bigger the Better Canine Camp

    10692 Parkgate Dr, Nokesville, VA 20181

    Fenced
    Call Website All Nokesville

Piney River 1

  1. Camp Merricks

    1180 Tye Brook Hwy, Piney River, VA 22964

    Fenced
    Call Website All Piney River

Radford 1

  1. Sparky's Run Dog Park

    102 Pulaski St, Radford, VA 24141

    Sunrise to sunset (water May-Oct)

    FencedWater access
    Call Website All Radford

Richmond 1

  1. Ruff Canine Club

    1924 Ellen Rd, Richmond, VA 23230-4213

    Mon-Wed 7-9am & 4:30-9pm, Thu-Fri 2-9pm, Sat-Sun 12-8pm

    FencedWater access
    Call Website All Richmond

Riner 1

  1. Watch Dog Animal Care LLC

    426 Mt Elbert Rd NW, Riner, VA 24149

    Fenced
    Call Website All Riner

Rural Retreat 1

  1. Sterling Acres Kennel LLC

    7612 W Lee Hwy, Rural Retreat, VA 24368

    Mon-Sun 8:30am-10am

    Fenced
    Call Website All Rural Retreat

Spotsylvania 1

  1. Spotsy Dog Park Inc.

    10801 Gordon Rd, Spotsylvania, VA 22553

    Sunrise to sunset daily

    Fenced
    Call Website All Spotsylvania

Strasburg 1

  1. Shenandoah Valley Boarding & Training

    1937 Millner Rd, Strasburg, VA 22657

    Fenced
    Call Website All Strasburg

Woodbridge 1

  1. K9 Gunner Memorial Dog Park

    13000 Minnieville Rd., Woodbridge, VA 22192

    Dawn to dusk year-round

    Fenced
    Website All Woodbridge
Use the double gate, even if it looks unnecessary. Most municipal fenced parks have an airlock-style double-gate entry built to stop a dog bolting the instant you come in — clip and unclip inside it, not at the outer gate. Many parks also split a small-dog area from the big-dog side with a second interior fence, so check the signage before letting a puppy loose on the wrong side.

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Good to know

How tall is a typical fenced dog park fence?

Most municipal off-leash parks fence at 4-6 feet, enough to stop the average jumper; a few parks with known escape-artist regulars run taller.

Are fenced dog parks free to use?

Most city and county fenced parks are free with regular park access; private or HOA-run parks often charge a day fee of $5-10 or membership around $10-30 a month.

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 Virginia to avoid accidental breeding. Owners can explore 22 dog parks in Virginia 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 Virginia. Our guide lists 22 dog parks in Virginia for safe exercise options after the heat cycle completes.