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Explore off-leash dog parks across Idaho. Compare locations, fenced play areas, separate spaces for large and small dogs, water stations, shade, and other helpful amenities.

Brown dog wearing a blue harness beside a splash pool at Storey Bark Park.

Find a Dog Park That Works for You

Idaho has dog parks ranging from small neighborhood off-leash areas to larger fenced spaces with room to run, socialize, and explore.

Some locations include separate areas for small and large dogs, benches, shade, water stations, walking paths, or nearby park amenities. Others are simpler spaces designed mainly for safe off-leash play.

Use the listings below to compare locations and available features and find a dog park that fits your needs.

Because rules, water availability, fencing, and seasonal conditions can change, check the individual listing for current details before making a longer trip.

Amity Dog Park

Nampa, Idaho · Dog Parks, Parks, Trails

Amity Dog Park is a six-acre off-leash destination in Nampa with space for dogs and their families to explore.

Admission
Varies
Hours
Sunrise to sunset, except posted maintenance closures
Parking
On-site parking
Restrooms
Yes
Access
Accessible
Setting
Outdoor · All Ages
Food available
Nearby

🌳 Amenities & Features

  • 🐕 Fully fenced off-leash areas
  • 🐾 Separate area for small or senior dogs
  • 💧 Dog swimming pond
  • 🚶 Walking loop, approximately half a mile
  • 🌳 Large grassy play areas
  • ⛱️ Shade shelters
  • 🚰 Drinking fountains for dogs and people
  • 🪑 Benches

💡 Good to Know

  • Supervise dogs and follow the posted dog park rules.
  • The city maintenance notice lists closures from 7 a.m. to 4 p.m. on the first and third Wednesdays from April through October, plus the first Wednesday in November. Check the official page for changes before traveling.

Official information: City of Nampa · Maintenance closure notice

Listing review date: 2026-10-15

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Colorful playground towers with blue slides at Ann Morrison Park

Ann Morrison Park

Boise, Idaho · Dog Parks, Playgrounds, Splash Pads

Ann Morrison Park offers 153 acres of outdoor recreation along the Boise River, with space for family play, sports, and riverside outings.

Admission
Varies
Hours
Sunrise to sunset; lighted ballfields until 11 p.m.
Parking
Free on-site parking; no overnight parking
Restrooms
Yes
Access
Accessible
Setting
Outdoor · All Ages · Year-Round
Food available
Nearby

🌳 Amenities & Features

  • 💦 Spray Fountain / Splash Pad
  • 🛝 Playground
  • 🐕 Together Treasure Valley Dog Island (Off-Leash Dog Park)
  • 🚶 Greenbelt Access
  • 🛶 River Take-Out & Floater Drop-Off
  • ⚽ Soccer, Cricket & Football Fields
  • 🥎 Lighted Softball Diamonds
  • 🎾 Tennis Courts
  • 🥏 Disc Golf Course
  • 🥎 Bocce Courts
  • 🧲 Horseshoe Pits
  • 🏋️ Outdoor Fitness Equipment
  • 🏐 Sand Volleyball Court
  • 🚲 Traffic Garden
  • 🦋 Pollinator Garden
  • 🧺 Reservable Picnic Shelter
  • 🐦 Excellent Bird Watching
  • 🌳 Large Open Green Spaces

💡 Good to Know

  • The city schedules splash-pad operation from Memorial Day through Labor Day. Its published 2026 season ended September 7; plan a playground or walking outing instead of relying on water play.
  • Ann Morrison is the take-out for the summer float from Barber Park. The rental and shuttle operator lists September 7 as its final service day for 2026. Do not rely on a shuttle outside that season.
  • Respect wildlife and avoid feeding ducks, geese, or other animals.
  • Greenbelt access connects with other Boise parks.
  • Reserve the picnic shelter for gatherings and special events.

Official information: City of Boise park details · Rental and shuttle season

Listing review date: 2026-10-15

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Bowler Park

Boise, Idaho · Dog Parks, Parks, Playgrounds

Bowler Park is a 24.62-acre park near Surprise Valley in southeast Boise.

Admission
General admission policy is not published on the reviewed page; check separate event or rental charges
Hours
Sunrise–sunset
Parking
On-site parking
Restrooms
Open year-round
Access
Inclusive playground spinner and bonded-rubber surfacing for mobility devices
Setting
Outdoor · All Ages · Year-Round
Food available
Food service has not been confirmed; plan meals separately

🌳 Amenities & Features

  • 🛝 Accessible Playground for Ages 2–12
  • 🐕 1.25-Acre Fenced Dog Park
  • 🥏 Nine-Hole Disc Golf Course
  • 🎯 Bocce Courts
  • 🏋️ Outdoor Gym
  • 🛹 Skate Spot
  • 💦 Mister Poles

💡 Good to Know

  • The fenced dog park includes a separate shy-dog area and drinking station. Keep dogs leashed outside the designated off-leash area.
  • Bocce courts are first come, first served. The outdoor gym is free to use.
  • Motorized devices are not allowed in the skate area. Misters are activated by a button; seasonal operation should be checked before relying on them.

Official information

Listing review date: 2026-10-15

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Castle Hills Park

Boise, Idaho · Dog Parks, Parks, Playgrounds

Castle Hills Park is a 7.2-acre northwest Boise park with play equipment, sports space and a designated dog area.

Admission
Current admission policy is not confirmed
Hours
Sunrise–sunset
Parking
On-site parking
Restrooms
Park restrooms; winter portable facilities
Access
Bonded rubber playground surface; equipment intended for ages 5–12
Setting
Outdoor

🌳 Amenities & Features

  • 🛝 Playground and swings
  • 🏀 Basketball
  • 🎾 Two tennis courts
  • 🏓 Pickleball with your own net
  • ⚾ Ball fields
  • 🌳 Open lawn
  • 🐕 Timed dog off-leash area

💡 Good to Know

  • The designated 2.2-acre dog area allows off-leash use from sunrise–10 a.m. and 4 p.m.–sunset. Dogs must be leashed at other times.
  • Tennis courts are available without reservations. Bring your own net for pickleball.

Official information

Listing review date: 2026-10-15

Visitor update, October 15, 2026: Boise is beginning seasonal restroom and fountain winterization. This park is on the city’s winter-portable-restroom list; check posted signs for the transition and bring drinking water.

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Sunset reflected across the pond at Charles McDevitt Park

Charles F. McDevitt Youth Sports Complex

Boise, Idaho · Dog Parks, Parks, Playgrounds

Charles F. McDevitt Youth Sports Complex is a 40-acre west Boise park with sports, cycling and nature-play facilities.

Admission
Current admission policy is not confirmed
Hours
Sunrise–sunset
Parking
On-site parking
Restrooms
Portable restrooms near the skate park year-round
Access
Playground surface is wood chips; confirm accessible routes and equipment
Setting
Outdoor

🌳 Amenities & Features

  • ⚾ Little League fields
  • 🛝 Playground
  • 🌿 Nature play
  • 🎣 Fishing pond
  • 🛹 Skate park
  • 🐕 Fenced dog park
  • 🏀 Basketball
  • 🚲 Pump tracks and slopestyle trails
  • 🌳 Open lawn

💡 Good to Know

  • The playground serves ages 2–5 and 5–12, has wood-chip surfacing and does not have swings.
  • The city identifies beginner pump tracks and slopestyle trails. Follow posted directions and equipment rules.
  • Little League field use depends on league scheduling. The dog park has chat surfacing and a shared human-and-dog water fountain.

Official information

Listing review date: 2026-10-15

Photos courtesy of @writingfrenzy.

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Cypress Park

Boise, Idaho · Dog Parks, Parks, Playgrounds

Cypress Park is a 7.3-acre southeast Boise park with play equipment, court sports and picnic space at 4382 South Tableridge Way.

Admission
Current admission policy is not confirmed
Hours
Sunrise–sunset
Parking
On-site parking
Restrooms
Park restrooms; seasonal opening may vary
Access
Specific accessible facilities are not confirmed
Setting
Outdoor

🌳 Amenities & Features

  • 🛝 Play areas for ages 2–5 and 5–12
  • 🎾 Tennis and pickleball court
  • 🚶 Walking paths
  • 🧺 Nonreservable picnic shelter
  • 🌳 Open space

💡 Good to Know

  • The playground has swings and wood-chip surfacing.
  • Dogs may be off leash only in the designated area east of the courts from sunrise–10 a.m. and 4 p.m.–sunset. Keep them leashed elsewhere and at other times.
  • Boise typically begins winterizing unheated park restrooms in mid-October and reopening them in mid-April. Work takes several weeks; check posted signs for this park’s opening status.

Official information · City restroom seasons

Listing review date: 2026-10-15

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