Highland Dog Park - Roanoke, VA
Highland Dog Park in Roanoke, Virginia
Located conveniently near downtown Roanoke, Highland Dog Park is a popular dog park in Roanoke, Virginia, offering pet lovers an accessible and spacious spot for their furry friends to play and socialize off-leash. Visitors love the ample space for their dogs to run, as well as a variety of shaded areas provided by mature trees, making it perfect for hot days. Set within a larger park, this destination is easily walkable for those in SW Roanoke and Old SW, and features both wheelchair-accessible entrances and parking lots, catering to all members of the community.
The park features a separate area for small and large dogs, ensuring a safe environment tailored to your pup’s needs. While some users wish for more grass and improved cleanliness in certain spots, most appreciate the park’s maintenance and the active dog community it attracts. Highland Dog Park is well-suited for families and pups of all sizes who want to enjoy dog-friendly exercise in Roanoke.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Are dogs allowed off-leash at this park? Yes, dogs are allowed off-leash in the designated fenced areas.
- Is there a fenced area for dogs? Yes, Highland Dog Park is fully fenced with designated sections for small and large dogs.
- Is there a separate area for small and large dogs? Yes, the park has separate areas for small and large dogs.
- Is there shade or shelter available? There are several shaded areas thanks to the trees throughout the park.
- Is the park wheelchair accessible? Yes, the park has wheelchair accessible entrances and parking lots.
- How busy does the park get on weekends? The park is often busy with many dogs and owners, especially on weekends.
- Is the park regularly cleaned and maintained? The park is generally well-maintained, though some visitors note occasional cleanliness concerns in specific areas.
- Is there a playground or activities for kids nearby? While the dog park itself is for dogs, it is located within a larger park that is good for kids.
- Is parking available? Yes, there is a parking lot available for visitors.
Reviews
I liked how long it was for my dog to run and there were several shaded spots. But even though it was hot and dry, there was a spot with gross water that looked dangerous and I had to make sure my dog didn’t drink any of it.
Nice dog park with plenty of space and trees for the pups. Although i wish there was grass for the dogs to play in instead of dirt
I’ve never had a bad experience at this park, but the only major difference between this space and the other two is the people. There is a cliquishness & ‘type’ of folks that make it pretty clear that one may not belong. Lots of stares and cold shoulders. As the kind of person who could make friends with a rock, I’ve never experienced this. But I witness it happen every time I visit. If you fit in, you fit in, but this won’t be the place for any and everyone to make dog parent friends.
Also, folks at this place generally do not approve of dogs switching sides, despite the small dog side being much too small for sufficient exercise. If your big pup loves hanging out with the small ones, needs a smaller space or needs to isolate (or small dogs vice versa), take them to Salem or Thrasher. I’ve witnessed too many spats over my 5 years of visiting and this is the only park I witness this happen frequently.
Otherwise, it’s a lovely park within an even bigger lovely park, near downtown. Anyone within SW Roanoke, especially Old SW, can get there by a stroll. It’s well maintained, with very few hazards and a wide range of visiting hours. My pup has always loved visiting.
Always lots of dogs when we go. However, there has been broken glass found in the gravel inside the big play area and there’s a large piling of leaves and mud when you go in. Feel like I have to wear some wellys just to take my dogs here. Wish it were cleaner. :/
I miss the old design of the large dog side.The city dumped small gravel on top of all the grass – creating a dusty, cat litter box. Gone are the days of dogs running, playing, and rolling in the grass. (At least the small dogs got to keep their grass in their smaller lot.)
Thanks for ruining it Roanoke Parks & Rec. Perhaps next time, ask the people who actually use the dog park for their input.