Dog parks

Lexington is home to five great dog park and two dog lots (smaller size) at locations around the city. Check out the locations and more information below.

Dog Park Locations


Coldstream Park

1850 Pisacano Drive

  • 12 acres divided into two paddocks
  • Separate paddock for small dogs
  • Water hydrant available
  • Benches

 

Jacobson Park*

4001 Athens-Boonesboro Road

*Please note: Entrance to the dog park is only available at the entrance on the hill. The other entrance was damaged by storms and needs to be repaired before it is available for use.

  • 8 acres divided into two paddocks
  • Shaded areas
  • Water hydrant available
  • Benches

 

Masterson Station Park

3051 Leestown Road

  • 13.5 acres divided into two paddocks
  • Shaded areas with mature trees
  • Water hydrant available in each paddock
  • Benches

 

Phoenix Park*

100 E Main Street

  • 0.1 acres in central downtown location (*considered a dog lot, not a dog park)
  • Pilot urban dog park in cooperation with Anderson Communities

 

Pleasant Ridge Park*

1350 Pleasant Ridge Park

  • 0.5 acres (*considered a dog lot, not a dog park)
  • Water is available at the shelter/restroom building adjacent to the parking lot

 

Veterans Park

650 Southpoint Drive

  • 4 acres in a single paddock
  • Accessible water fountain with pet bowl
  • Benches at both entrances
  • Over 90 trees being planted October 2022

 

Wellington Park

565 Wellington Way

  • 7 acres divided into two paddocks
  • Shaded areas with mature trees
  • Water hydrant available outside the dog park

      Rules for dog park use

      • Owners are legally responsible for the actions of their dog(s).
      • Dog waste must be cleaned up by owners.
      • “Off-leash” does not mean unsupervised. Owners must be within the park and within view of their dog(s) at all times.
      • Aggressive dogs must be leashed and removed immediately. Dog owners must have a leash available at all times.
      • All children under 13 must be accompanied by an adult.
      • Small children must be kept under strict supervision by an adult.
      • Dogs must be leashed while entering and exiting the dog park.
      • Female dogs in heat are prohibited.
      • Owners must fill any holes dogs dig.
      • All dogs must have proof of appropriate licensing and vaccinations.
      • Please do not bring food for yourself or your dog inside the dog park.
      • ALL DOG OWNERS THAT FAIL TO COMPLY WITH THESE RULES CAN BE ASKED TO LEAVE BY PARKS PERSONNEL OR LAW ENFORCEMENT OFFICERS.


      Note: If you observe aggressive dog behavior or have animal care concerns, call Lexington-Fayette Animal Care and Control at (859) 255-9033 during their normal business hours, Monday – Friday, 8 a.m. – 6 p.m. and Sunday 9 a.m. – 6 p.m. Leave a voice message for after-hours questions. 

      Visit lfacc.org for additional information on animal care and control in Fayette County.

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