Best Dog Runs In Baltimore

What is a dog run? A dog run is an open space where dogs can run off leash. For those who live in cities, dog runs or dog parks are places where their dogs can run, scamper, and play with other dogs. For those in apartments or living in Baltimore row homes, dog runs are not only a way to exercise your pet, but you can also meet new pet-loving friends. Pet-loving Baltimoreans can enjoy the dog runs that Baltimore has to offer. Let your dog run free at Patterson Dog Park or Locust Point Dog Park.

Maryland City Park
565 Brock Bridge Road
Laurel, MD 20724
(410) 222-7317
www.aacounty.org

Located in Laurel, Maryland, the Maryland City Dog Park is run by Anne Arundel Recreation and parks. In addition to the dog run, patrons can partake of three baseball fields, 1 multipurpose field, a 1.2-mile paved trail, fishing in the Patuxent River, a playground, and a picnic area with a concession stand. Unique to the Maryland City Dog Park is the Bark Ranger Volunteer Program. Made up of dog owners and nondog owners, the Bark Ranger Volunteer Program, helps protect the rights of all who use Maryland City Dog Park, educates users, and enforces rules, and maintains the grounds of the dog run.

Patterson Dog Park 
27 South Patterson Park Ave.
Baltimore, MD 21231
(410) 276-3676
pattersonpark.com

Newly opened, the Patterson Dog Park is located in one of the oldest parks in Baltimore. The Patterson Park is over 300 years old. Patrons can use the following amenities when visiting Patterson Park: the Boat lake, the Pagoda, the marble Fountain, the Pavilions, the Ice Skating Rink, the Swimming Pool, the Virginia Baker Recreation Center, and the Casino. Also located in Patterson Park is the Utz Stadium and the Patterson Park Youth Sports & Education Center.

Paw Point Dog Park
Robert E. Lee Park
1000 Lakeside Drive
Baltimore, MD 21210
(410) 887-4156
www.baltimorecountymd.gov

Paw Point Dog Park is located in the 450-acre Robert E. Lee Park. The Robert E. Lee Park, leased to Baltimore County, is a "multi-faceted facility with numerous trails, nature and environmental programs, a dog park, pavilions, and waterfront activities. Waterfront activities include canoeing and kayaking. The Paw Point Dog park is a "fenced, one acre off leash dog park. The Paw Point Dog Park is "equipped with benches and bag dispensers for cleaning up dog waste."Related: Best Places For Winter Outdoor Adventures In Baltimore

Dog Beach At Downs Park
8311 John Downs Loop
Pasadena, MD 21122
(410) 222-6230
www.aacounty.org

Open from 7 a.m. to dusk, the Dog Beach at Downs Park is closed on Tuesdays. Visitors to the Dog Beach At Downs park can also enjoy the following amenities: an Ampitheater, two Basketball Courts, a 5-mile Paved Biking Trail, Gardens, Picnic Areas, Playgrround Area, and the Dog park at Downs Park. Outdoor enthusiasts will love the Cartop Boat Launch, the Pier for Fishing, Kayaking, 5 miles of paved trails, and 1.2 miles of natural, unpaved trails.

Locust Point Dog Park
East Fort Ave. and Andre St.
Baltimore, MD 21230
locustpointdogpark.org

Recently included in Baltimore magazine's Best of Baltimore edition, the Locust Point Dog Park is located in the southeast corner of Latrobe Park by the basketball courts. There is parking and access to the Locust Point Dog Park on Andre Street. In order to maintain order, the Locust Point Dog park has a specific set of rules. Every day from 9 to 10 a.m. and 3 to 4 p.m., the Locust Point Dog park is reserved for small dogs and senior dogs. There is a list-serv available for dog owners who would like to schedule "play dates for their dogs at Locust Point Dog Park.Related: Neighborhoods With The Best Holiday Lights In The Baltimore Area

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