Dog Parks

Throughout the Allegheny County Parks, there are seven fenced-in areas where dogs can run off leash, explore, and make new furry friends in a safe and controlled environment. Each off-leash area is designed with enjoyment and safety in mind, providing ample space for exercise, play, and socialization.
The off-leash areas are open year-round, and depend on weather, conditions, and that park's operating hours. Allegheny County also hosts special events throughout the year specifically for dog owners and their pets, such as Dog Days of Summer activities and the annual Pooches in the Pool end-of-summer celebration.
Hartwood Acres Park
Hartwood Acres Park features an off-leash dog area with two sections, one for larger and one for smaller dogs, so pets of similar sizes and dispositions can play together.
There is no available parking immediately next to the off-leash dog area. Parking for the off-leash dog areas is off Middle Road near Central Elementary School, and is approx. a 10 minute walk (less than .5 mi.). Parking is also available at the Hartwood Acres Mansion, which is approx. a 20 minute walk (~1 mi.) to the off-leash dog area.
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Hartwood Acres Large Dog Park
Off Red Loop, near Little Pine Creek
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* Temporarily closed for maintenance *
Hartwood Acres Small Dog Park
Off Red Loop, near Little Pine Creek
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Sports, Activities, and Things to Do in Hartwood Acres Park
North Park
North Park features two off-leash dog areas within the same region of the park, approx. 1 mi. apart. To maintain the grass and play areas, the dog parks alternate openings throughout the year.
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North Dog Park 1
Off Walter Road near the intersection of Walter Road and Lake Shore Drive
10301 Walter Road
Wexford, PA 15090
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North Dog Park 2
Off Pearce Mill Road, next to Miller Shelter
1101 Pearce Mill Road
Wexford, PA 15090
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Sports, Activities, and Things to Do in North Park
Off-Leash Dog Park Regulations
Please review the off-leash dog park regulations(PDF, 127KB) to ensure a safe and enjoyable experience for all.
For Dogs:
- No swimming pools
- Dogs must be properly licensed and vaccinated
- Tags must be visible at all times
- Dogs must be leashed entering and leaving the area
- Aggressive dogs are not permitted on the premises
- No dogs in heat are permitted in the area
For Owners:
- Be in verbal control at all times and prevent aggressive behavior, biting, fighting, or excessive barking
- Liable for damage or injury inflicted by their dogs
- Have a visible leash at all times
- Accompany their dogs at all times
- Clean up after their dogs
- Refill any holes dug by their dog
- Dog owners who fail to comply with the above rules may be cited by police or animal control officers
- Supervise small children and babies that may interact with their dogs