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Wag-Worthy Playgrounds
Wag-Worthy Playgrounds
popular for walking , biking , and running . Check the website for more information and rules . There ’ s also some play space for dogs at the nearby SouthSide Works .
West Mifflin Dog Park Address : Glenny Lane Extension , West Mifflin Contact : westmifflinborough . com , or 412.466.8170
A unique space that includes two large fenced areas covering nearly 40,000 square feet for off-leash play , including some equipment , seating and a small pavilion . See the website for more details .
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Boyce Park Dog Park Address : 410 New Texas Road ( near the basketball courts ), Plum Contact : alleghenycounty . us / parks , or 412.350.4636 , Opt . 2
A large fenced-in area for furry friends to run and play . There is a second area nearby for rotation . Visit the website for more information or find a group page on Facebook .
Forest Hills Dog Park Address : Forest Hills Park , Ardmore Boulevard and Braddock Road , Forest Hills Contact : foresthillspa . org / dog-park , or 412.351.7330
Check out this dog park that features small and large dog areas situated within the main park . Parking is available at the foot of the hill off of Ardmore or at the top of the hill by the pool . Visit the website for more information .
Franklin Dog Park at Twin Lakes Park Address : Across from 1087 Georges Station Road , Greensburg Contact : co . westmoreland . pa . us / 775 / Franklin-Dog-Park , or 724.830.3950
This park has three separate fenced-in areas for people to let their dogs run and play , with two open at a time to allow for rotation . One area is designated for small dogs and the other for larger dogs . The park has a 6-foot chain-link fence , and there is a double-gated entrance system . There are also water fountains for both dogs and people . Visit the website for more rules and helpful hints before heading out .
Frick Park Address : Upper Frick Park , Beechwood Boulevard and Nicholson Street , Pittsburgh ( Squirrel Hill ) Contact : pittsburghpa . gov / citiparks / dog-parks , or 412.255.2539
Off-Leash Exercise Areas at some of Pittsburgh ’ s city parks allow dog socializing and unhindered play . There are two areas in Frick Park , divided by size of dog , then you can check out other parts of the large park that has various trails and amenities . Visit the website for more information .
Monroeville Dog Park Address : Heritage Park , 2364 Saunders Station Road , Monroeville Contact : monroeville . pa . us , or 412.856.1006
This dog park is a large , fenced-in area with plenty of trees , water fountains for dogs and humans , and a bag dispenser to make it easy for the humans to clean up . Visit the website for more information .
Paws on the Run Dog Park Address : Murrysville Community Park , intersection of Wiestertown Road and Farm Road , Murrysville Contact : murrysvilletrailalliance . org / paws-run-dog-park , or murrysvilletrailalliance @ gmail . com
The dog park in Murrysville Community Park offers separate fenced areas for large and small dogs , trees , seasonal wading pools and bags for waste . Donations and volunteerism are welcome . Visit the website for more information .
Penn Hills Dog Park Address : 754 Jefferson Road , Penn Hills Contact : pennhills . org , or 412.798.2147
Generally opens April 1 after a winter closure , and don ’ t forget to take water for your furry friend when visiting this fun off-leash dog park . Fenced in with grassy areas , a bench and shady trees , it ’ s the perfect spot for exercise . Visit the website for more information or find its group page on Facebook .
White Oak Park Address : Dog park is located off White Oak Park Road , White Oak Contact : alleghenycounty . us / parks , or 412.350.4636 , Opt . 2
The stunning 810-acre White Oak Park has an off-leash fenced area for your best friend to enjoy a play date or just some exercise ! Visit the website for more details including rules to follow .
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The Black Dog Wine Company Dog Park at Moon Park Address : 1845 Beaver Grade Road , Moon Township Contact : moonparks . org , or 412.262.1703 x401
Check out this dog park that opened in the summer of 2023 ! It includes shade structures , benches , picnic tables and agility equipment . Donations are welcome to support the addition of more amenities . The park has been closed on Mondays and Tuesdays for maintenance . Visit the website for the current schedule and other details .
Carnegie Dog Park Address : 200 Cooks Lane , Carnegie Contact : carnegieborough . com / parks . html , or 412.276.1414
Enjoy separate grassy , fenced-in , off-leash dog areas for large and small dogs , benches and seasonal water within the beautiful 35-acre Carnegie Municipal Park . Visit the website for more information on all of the amenities and other details .
Donaldson Community Park Dog Park Address : 590 Donaldson Road , Oakdale Contact : north-fayette . com / 199 / Recreation , or 724.307.3725
This is a fenced-in open area for offleash fun . It may be closed intermittently in the spring for reseeding . A dog waste disposal station is located at the entrance to the park . Dogs must be leashed at all times outside of the dog park . Visit the website for more information .
Settlers Cabin Park Address : 1225 Greer Road , Oakdale ( Dog park located off Te Pee Dr .) Contact : alleghenycounty . us / parks , or 412.350.4636 , Opt . 2
Head to Settlers Cabin for a grassy off-leash fenced area surrounded by trees . Visit the website for more information including the rules for county dog parks .
Off-Leash Dog Parks for a Small Fee
Animal Friends Play Yard Rental Address : 562 Camp Horne Road , Ohio Township Contact : thinkingoutsidethecage . org , or 412.847.7035
The Animal Friends ’ Play Yard is available to rent for people and their pooches to have one-on-one , off-leash
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