Dog Park At Gallatin County Regional Park (13 Acre w Pond) - Bozeman, MT
Dog Park At Gallatin County Regional Park (13 Acre w Pond)
Located at 3900 Baxter Ln in Bozeman, Montana, the Dog Park at Gallatin County Regional Park is a top destination for pet owners looking for a spacious and scenic spot to exercise and socialize their dogs. This massive, fully-fenced dog park features 13 acres of open space, well-maintained pet-friendly trails, multiple walking paths, and even a large swim pond with a dock for water-loving pups. Dog lovers rave about the park’s wide-open spaces, ideal for long runs, fetch, and off-leash play. The separate fenced areas for agility training and dock jumping make it unique among dog parks in Bozeman.
This dog park is wheelchair accessible and equipped with picnic tables, seating areas for owners to relax, and plenty of street parking available nearby. While there is no fee for entry and the park is open year-round, please note there is no fresh water fountain for dogs—owners should bring water, especially in warmer months. The park is well-visited by friendly dogs and owners, but be aware and supervise your pets as some visitors have mentioned occasional issues with aggressive dogs. The beautiful views, access to a dog-friendly swimming pond, and proximity to kid-friendly amenities make it a favorite for the whole family.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Are dogs allowed off-leash at this park? Yes, dogs are allowed off-leash in the large designated fenced areas.
- Is there a fenced area for dogs? Yes, the entire dog park is fully fenced with additional smaller fenced sections for activities like agility and water play.
- Is there a separate area for small and large dogs? There are smaller fenced areas inside the park, but it’s not specified if these are strictly for size separation.
- Is the park wheelchair accessible? Yes, there are wheelchair accessible entrances and parking lots.
- Is there a swimming area or pond for dogs? Yes, there is a large pond with dock jumping for dogs to swim and play.
- Are there benches or seating areas for owners? Yes, there are picnic tables and dedicated seating areas throughout the park.
- Is the park open year-round? Yes, the park is open 24 hours year-round with no fee or membership required.
- Are poop bags or waste stations provided? No clear information is given, so bringing your own bags is advised.
- Are aggressive dogs allowed at the park? No, signs are posted throughout stating that aggressive behavior is not allowed.
- Are there walking or hiking trails connected to the park? Yes, there are pet-friendly hiking and walking trails both in and around the park.
Reviews
Awesome fully fenced area with smaller fenced areas inside for specific things like agility and airdog play (large pond and dock for jumping). This place was so helpful after our lund drive with my very energetic pup. She had room to just run and play. Plenty of places for dog parents to sit and watch, but the entire perimeter is a walking path with a few smaller paths intertwined through the smaller fenced areas.
Perfect place in town to take your fur babies to get some exercise. I recommend going first thing in the morning, the sunrises are so beautiful!
This is my dogs’ favorite park. They love to swim and socialize. This park has both, in spades. Additionally, my red huskey loves to run. This park offers him one of the longest continuous runs in the Bozeman area while still having other features like a pond and obstacle course. My white husky is less prone to sprinting. She tends to hang around the pond and socialize. Both of them are beyond excited when we pull onto that road to go to the park.
Unfortunately we will never go here again 😭
After three different experiences of my pup being attacked by aggressive dogs..we are done…
This lady time he was attacked from behind knocking him to the ground hurting his hip . He let out a cry and wasn’t able to walk on it right away.when he did he was limping…
Just like the other times the owner of the other dog did nothing to stop or restrain their dog ..
This is supposed to be a safe place to go with you fur babies…
There are signs everywhere…No aggressive behavior at all!!
If you take you pup there please be aware..
My pup 24 hours later is still having discomfort
So off to the vet on Monday…
Don’t take your babies here
As a dog park connoisseur, this is without a doubt one of the nicest dog parks I have ever visited. It was huge, with well-defined walking trails and for the most part well cleaned up after (it’s hit or miss with dog parks about how responsible the owners are). The parking lot was under construction, but there is PLENTY of street parking. The park itself is just gorgeous. I happened to be here during, in my opinion, peak weather conditions, so I can’t attest to rainy or snowy conditions.
Lots of dog visitors, all friendly, I saw no dog fights. There is a dock jumping area into a nice pond. Walking the perimeter of the park takes maybe 10-15 minutes (depending on how fast you and your dog have to stroll). It’s minimally hilly, which makes for ideal ball throwing landscape. Lots of different exits and entrances into the park.
Open 24 hours and no fee to enter.
The ONLY criticism is that there is no water pump or source for the dogs other than the pond with dock diving, however there is a sign posted that says they don’t test the water and use it at your own risk, so there is great doubt that it is safe.