Godown Park
Godown Park is a welcoming and well-maintained dog park in Columbus, OH, featuring separate fenced areas for small and large dogs, ample seating, and shaded spots for comfort. The park is wheelchair accessible with accessible parking and entrances. Water is provided via bowls and jugs in the dog areas and a water hose outside the fenced areas. While there are no night lights or covered shelters, the park offers paved paths shared with bikers nearby. It is a popular community spot known for friendly dog owners, safe play areas, and natural beauty, though visitors should be cautious of ticks.
Reviews
I typically take my dogs to the small dog park. Usually there are regulars you see and most people and dogs are very friendly.
There’s water provided inside with bowls and water jugs and a water hose on the left side outside the fenced areas that can be used. If you’re desperate, there is a port-a-potty that can be used.
The big dog portion is very nice with lots of trees and different types of areas in shade or sun. There’s several benches to sit on within both the small and big dog areas.
There is a sign with restrictions such as no food or treats can be brought in or young kids but some people don’t abide by it sadly. I saw a review about no toys but I often see dogs playing with balls, some that are even left in the park, and it hasn’t caused any problems in the small dog park at least. This is common with most dog parks around so I don’t think it’s a problem. Just be aware if your dog can be aggressive because of those things.
Overall I would definitely recommend this as a friendly community dog park.
This is such a great dog park. Sectioned off between large (over 25lb} and small dogs. No night lights or running water, at least not that I’ve seen.
Really nice area to walk around. If you are walking through the paths you share the same trails as bikers. The paths travel both directions so just be cautious, the trails are thinner and it seems to be very active. I found myself moving off the path more often than not to allow for cyclists to pass. I went in early spring when it was still pretty barren but I bet it’s beautiful in the later spring / summer!!
Beautiful place to go to! Plenty of seating, shade and large areas for the dogs to run. Theres a small area and a large area. Both sides are very nice. The people are great and the other dogs are too. The only reason that this isn’t getting 5 stars is because THERE ARE TICKS EVERYWHERE. Literally every time we come home there is anywhere from 1-5 ticks on me and my dogs. My dogs are on prevention and I even spray myself and my dogs with appropriate repellent. Does absolutely nothing. I’m tired of giving my dogs tick baths so unfortunately will have to go elsewhere. If you can stand ticks and don’t mind bathing your dog once you come home then this place is perfect. Otherwise comer be warned.
This dog park is really well set up, with separate areas for large and small dogs, which I really appreciate. Every time we visit, the atmosphere is great — it’s generally clean, and the dog owners here are very responsible and respectful. It’s a safe and happy place for the dogs to play. The only thing that could make it even better would be a water spigot or fountain for small dogs. Other than that, we love coming here!