Best Dog Parks in Kansas City

Most dogs love romping with friends at the dog park, but it can be difficult to find the right park for your pet. Here are some of our favorite dog parks in Kansas City.

Dog Park Etiquette:

• Off-leash areas are usually only for dogs and their handlers.
• Dogs should be well-trained to socialize appropriately with other dogs.
• Handlers are responsible for their dogs and assume all risks related to using a dog park.
• City dog license rules will apply. Often, this mandates that your dog must be spayed or neutered, vaccinated, and healthy.
• Young children are not allowed in dog parks. Adults must accompany older children.
• Handlers must clean up after their dogs and dispose of all waste.

Kansas Dog Parks

Heritage Park, 16050 Pflumm Rd., Olathe, KS

The 30-acre grassy area in Heritage Park provides ample space for dogs to play. The area is fenced and includes shade-giving trees, a pond, and a walking trail. Parking is accessible, as are the sidewalks, restrooms, drinking fountains, and parts of the walking trail.

Leawoof Dog Park, 10601 Lee Blvd., Leawood, KS

Dogs will love this play area in Leawood City Park. Separate areas for large and small dogs will keep your pet comfortable among friends of their own size.

Shawnee Mission Off-Leash Dog Park, 7900 Renner Rd., Shawnee, KS

Shawnee Mission Park contains a 44-acre dog park with a paved trail leading to the lake. Dogs will enjoy going off-leash to explore the expansive grassland and wooded areas.

Thomas S. Stoll Memorial Park, 12500 W. 119th St., Overland Park, KS

This gorgeous park contains an off-leash area with seven acres of open space. Continuous care ensures that this park remains in top-notch condition for your pet. 

Missouri Dog Parks

Blue Springs Dog Park, 1049 NE 20th St., Blue Springs, MO

Located in Gregory O. Grounds Park, this dog park contains separate areas for large and small dogs. Your pets can chase each other across the open space, run through the agility equipment, and splash in the pond. Shady areas and water fountains are available, and a dog wash area is stationed at the exit.

Dogwood Park, 51 NW Victoria Dr., Lee's Summit, MO

This park’s paved trail and five acres of open space create a picturesque environment for dogs to play. An agility course provides additional entertainment. Restrooms, a drinking fountain, and accessible parking are available.

Happy Tails Park, 1251 SE Ranson Rd., Lee's Summit, MO

While dogs run through the agility course, children can enjoy the nearby playground, which contains equipment for both toddlers and older children. Additional amenities include a paved walking trail, a drinking fountain, and accessible parking.

Liberty Dog Park - Stocksdale Park, 901 S La Frenz Rd, Liberty, MO.

Three fenced areas separate dogs by size in Stocksdale Park's off-leash area. The park includes an agility course, a fire hydrant, a water spigot, and benches.

Penn Valley Off-Leash Dog Park, 29th & Wyandotte, Kansas City, MO

This park’s fencing and double-gated entries provide top-notch security for your pet. Larger dogs can chase each other across the main play area, and smaller dogs can play in a separate section just for them.

Swope Park Off-Leash Dog Park, 5051 E. Gregory Blvd, Kansas City, MO

Among the many amenities in Swope Park is an off-leash area for dogs. The park contains separate areas for larger and smaller breeds.

Tails & Trails Dog Park, 7601 E. 139th St., Grandview, MO

Ample parking, fencing, and seating make this park the perfect place for you and your pet. The park contains agility equipment, drinking fountains, and three separate sections for dogs of different sizes.

Waggin' Trail Dog Park, 432 NE 32nd Ave., North Kansas City, MO

This beloved park in North Kansas City includes a walking trail, an agility course, and three tunnel runs. Dogs of all sizes will enjoy the two separate play areas, and owners will appreciate the benches and accessible water fountains.

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• Blue Springs Dog Park

  Located in Gregory O. Grounds Park, this dog park contains separate areas for large and small dogs. Your pets will enjoy chasing each other across the open space, running through the agility equipment, and splashing in the pond. Shady areas and water fountains are available, and a dog wash area is stationed at the exit.

• Dogwood Park

  This park’s paved trail and five acres of open space create a picturesque environment for dogs to play. An agility course provides additional entertainment. Restrooms, a drinking fountain, and accessible parking are available.

• Happy Tails Park

  While dogs run through the agility course, children can enjoy the playground, which contains equipment for both toddlers and older children. Additional amenities include a paved walking trail, a drinking fountain, and accessible parking.

• Heritage Park

  The vast grassy area in this 30-acre park provides ample space for dogs to play. The area is fenced and includes shade-giving trees, a pond, and a walking trail. Parking is accessible, as are the sidewalks, restrooms, drinking fountains, and parts of the walking trail.

• Leawoof Dog Park

  Dogs will love this play area in Leawood City Park. Separate areas for large and small dogs will keep your pet comfortable among friends of their own size.

• Liberty Dog Park

  Three fenced areas separate dogs by size in Stocksdale Park's off-leash area. Features include an agility course, a fire hydrant, a water spigot, and benches.

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  Penn Valley Off Leash Dog Park

  This park’s fencing and double-gated entries provide top-notch security for your pet. Larger dogs can chase each other across the main area, and smaller dogs can play in a separate section just for them.

• Shawnee Mission Off-Leash Dog Park

  Shawnee Mission Park contains a 44-acre dog park with a paved trail leading to the lake. Dogs will enjoy going off-leash to explore the expansive grassland and wooded areas.

• Swope Park Off Leash Dog Park

  Among the many amenities in Swope Park is an off-leash area for dogs. The park contains separate areas for larger and smaller breeds.

• Tails and Trails Dog Park

  Ample parking, fencing, and seating make this park the perfect place for you and your pet. The park contains agility equipment, drinking fountains, and three separate sections for dogs of different sizes.

• Thomas S. Stoll Memorial Park

  This gorgeous park contains an off-leash area with seven acres of open space. Continuous care ensures that this park remains in top-notch condition for your pet. 

• Waggin’ Trail Dog Park

  This beloved park in North Kansas City includes a walking trail, an agility course, and three tunnel runs. Dogs of all sizes will enjoy the two separate play areas, and owners will appreciate the benches and accessible water fountains.