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Ready to enjoy some great dog parks? Kansas City doesn’t shy away from offering you and your dog classic outdoor fun. In this list, we’re listing ten of our favorite off-leash dog parks, including some fun parks you can find if you reside on the Kansas side. Let’s dive in!
The 10 Off-Leash dog Parks in Kansas City, MO
1. Waggin Trail Dog Park
Small and large dogs separated
Paved paths around the off-leash area
Climbers will love the agility course
Children 5 years or younger are not allowed
No restrooms for humans, but water fountains are included
2. Swope Dog Park
Wide, 5-acre enclosure with separated small and large dog runs
Naturally shaded with wood chip hiking trails
Rollings hills make sprinting a blast
Swope Park Mountain Bike Trailhead is only a 5-minute drive away
Bring your own doggy bags
3. Thomas S. Stoll Dog Park
Healthy mix of paved and dirt paths
Drinking fountains and bathrooms available
Serene, tree-laden park where you can find peace and quiet
Small pond for a cool summer dip and retrieving practice
Multiple playgrounds for a fun family day
4. Heritage Dog Park
Large 10-acre area with a small pond
Healthy mix of terrain
Drinking fountains and bathrooms inside the fenced area
Bring towels and rain boots—it gets muddy fast!
5. Wayside Waifs Dog Park
Perfect park if your dog is an escape artist
Large and small dogs separated
Drinking fountains and covered pavilions so you can stay cool as a cucumber
Time-out kennels for overly excited dogs that need a break
Paw-washing area
6. Happy Tails Park
Small but well-maintained
Bring sunscreen—not a lot of shade
Perfect for a quick get-the-zoomies-out session
Small and large dogs separated
Agility course with paved paths around the park
7. Liberty Dog Park
Agility course for athletes
Disc golf course
Bathrooms available
No picnic tables, but there are shaded benches
Bring your own poop bags
8. Platte Landing Dog Park
5 acres with separate areas for large and small dogs
Beautiful view of the Missouri River with walking trails nearby
Obstacle course for dogs that need a challenge
“Take a toy, leave a toy” box
Water fountains and wading pools, perfect for sunny days
9. Penn Valley Dog Park
Separated play areas for large and small dogs
Bring your own water and poop bags
Picnic tables under natural shade
No on-site restrooms
No lighting at night
10. West Terrace Dog Park
5-acre enclosed park that’s mostly hill
Water fountains and a few gazebos with plenty of seating
Membership-only
Clean and well-maintained
Children 8 years or younger aren’t allowed
Conclusion
Ready to get movin’? Head out to one of these dog parks for a fun time under the sun. Don’t forget doggy bags and water. Even if the park provides these amenities, you can never go wrong with bringing extra supplies, just in case.
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Cassidy is a professional pet sitter and vet tech turned writer whose passion is all things animals, both wild and domestic. She’s had a multitude of pets and loves writing about the animal-human bond. She and her husband now live in Wichita with a German Shepherd named Raven, two cats, Lucy & Strudel, and a few backyard chicks.
