Clark County Dog Park - Vancouver, WA
Clark County Dog Park – Vancouver, WA
If you’re seeking a smaller, quieter dog park in Vancouver, Washington, Clark County Dog Park offers a simple, fenced-in area to let your pup play off-leash. Located near HWY 14, this no-frills park attracts owners who prefer a less crowded spot—especially if your dog is new to socializing or needs some space to roam hills without lots of canine company. The park features two separate areas, including one for smaller or timid dogs, making it easier to find the right match for your pet’s comfort level.
While Clark County Dog Park doesn’t offer amenities like running water, restrooms, or official parking lots, it’s a practical option for locals looking to tire out their pets. The area is primarily gravel and grass, with roadside parking for about six cars. With no water stations or provided waste bags, make sure to come prepared! The proximity to the highway and airport means it can be noisy, but for many dog owners, its convenience and low traffic make it a hidden gem among Vancouver’s pet-friendly spaces.
FAQ – Clark County Dog Park
- Are dogs allowed off-leash at this park? Yes, dogs are allowed off-leash in the fenced areas.
- Is there a fenced area for dogs? Yes, the park is fully fenced.
- Is there a separate area for small and large dogs? Yes, there is an additional enclosed area for small or timid dogs, though it does not have a separate entrance.
- Are there water fountains or bowls for dogs? No, there are no water stations or bowls; owners should bring their own.
- Are poop bags or waste stations provided? No, owners need to bring their own waste bags as they are not provided on site.
- Where is the best place to park? Parking is along the shoulder of the road near the park, with space for about six cars.
- How busy does the park get on weekends? The park is rarely overcrowded and usually quiet, making it ideal for less social dogs or quieter visits.
- What should I do if there’s an aggressive dog? Aggressive dogs are not allowed. Owners are expected to control their dogs and remove them if they are aggressive.
Reviews
Small, local dog park that’s got a nice hill to tire your dogs out. The county is slowly building this park up into a more official one but it’s still great for what it is. Great place to train new dogs to be social since there’s two areas and very few dogs here at any time. Just remember to bring bags and water because they’re not provided!!
Love the park, but some Karen’s just make it less enjoyable especially when their dog is the aggressor, and I was already grabbing for my dog, but the Karen threw a kick at my baby for her dog attacking her!! Wow!! She is so lucky she missed!! Like 3 Karen’s that go there!! I have 5 fur babies that just Want love and to play! Not be assaulted!! And I do have 2 pitbulls, but they are so sweet just very vocal so it tends to scare people away 😆 🤣 but once given a chance, you’re fur babies and mine will have the time of their lives!!
**Do not bring your dogs to a public off leash dog area if they are aggressive.** This is a public dog park. I’ve encountered a few different dog owners that refuse to let others in, or ask others to leave because their own dog cant get along with other dogs.
This is the smallest of the official dog parks in the Vancouver, WA. Its rarely overcrowded. Parking is limited just gravel pull offs from the road. There is an additional enclosed area for small or timid dogs, but it doesn’t have a separate entrance. Its always pretty noisy here due to its proximity to HWY 14, the airport, and sometimes the trains.
Oh and BRING YOUR OWN WATER AND BOWLS for your dogs. There are no water stations here.
It’s basically a fenced in residential lot (without a house) located with in deafening proximity to HWY 14. Clark County has some of the highest quality dog parks I’ve been to including Dakota Dog Park, Kane Dog Park & Ike Dog park. It surprises me that Clark County advertises stewardship of this particular dog park.
I was at this park (for the first time) alone with Luna for just a few short moments before several groups of dog goers arrived . I asked the other visitors why they choose to come to this particular dog park. (Because for the life of me with so many other awesome dog park options in Vancouver why would someone come to this one?). They said they like how quiet it is & how there is hardly ever anyone else ever here. Well my experience was the highway is consistently deafening and as far as square footage of the park versus how many dogs are here this is one of the most crowded parks I’ve ever been to.
No running water and no restrooms. No official parking lot just shoulder parking along the road. Of which there’s a bout room for 6 cars and then you would be awkwardly parking directly in-front of peoples homes.
I won’t be returning to this park unless for some unforeseen reason, Luna and I are in the area and she needs to get some zoomies out of her her system. I suppose if you lived nearby and did not have a fenced in area of your own, this park could be an option.
Decent size. No other dogs on a weekday ay 4pm. Has a small dog fenced section too