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Iowa Off Leash Areas & Parks

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Bettendorf

Crow Creek Dog Park
4800 Devil’s Glen Road Bettendorf, IA
on the north end of the park across from Softball Field #3.  It provides almost 5 acres of fenced, safe space for dogs to run and play off leash.  Enter from the Devils Glen Road main entrance.  Turn left at the “T” when you get into the park and follow the road around.

In BETTENDORF, bring a copy of your dog’s current rabies certificate to 1609 State Street (City Hall).  Cost per year is $3.00 for spayed or neutered dogs, and $25.00 for unaltered dogs.  You need to renew the City license annually.

In DAVENPORT you can license your dog at the Scott County Humane Society.  Again you need to take a copy of the current rabies certificate.  Cost is $10.00 per year for spayed or neutered pets.

We do require a license from your City for your dog to enjoy the dog park.  If your City does not issue dog licenses, please have proof of Vaccination with you.
SIZE – ALMOST 5 ACRES – DISPENSERS AND BAGS FOR WASTE REMOVAL – PUBLIC RESTROOMS
FENCING (6′ HIGH) – BENCHES – DOG DRINKING FOUNTAIN – MEMORIAL STONES – TRASH CANS AND HOLDERS
http://www.bettendorf.org/department/division.asp?fDD=3-290

Cedar Falls

Paw Park
3200 S. Main Street, (across from the “Falls” Aquatic Center), Directly South of the Highway 58 Overpass, Cedar Falls, IA
Fenced, trees, bags, and benches.
http://www.cedarfalls.com/index.aspx?NID=88

Cedar Rapids

Cheyenne Park Off-Leash Area
Cedar Bend Lane SW. off of Old River Road, Cedar Rapids, IA
The training yard is a 1.5 acre space that can be used for classes or individual training. It is the ideal location to play or train if your dog does not come when called or hasn’t had a lot of socialization in the past.
The Small Dog Yard is a one acre space for dogs that are 15 inches or less at the shoulder (dogs that might be injured during play with larger dogs in the Main Park).
The main park is 12 fenced acres with a path around most of it. Keep your eye on your dog. This is a large park and it may take time to catch a dog if you lose sight of it. Permits are required to use the park.
Daily permits are available at the park inside of a black mailbox. Users need to fill out information on the outside of envelopes provided, place your $5.00 inside the envelope and place in the drop box. There is also a name label inside the envelope and users must wear this label while inside the park area.
Annual tags may be purchased at Animal Control, 1401 CEDAR BEND LANE, across the road past the off leash area. Please bring your dog’s vaccination records for verification of expiration dates on their rabies, parvo/distemper, and bordetella.
http://www.cedar-rapids.org/parks/dog_area.asp

Clinton

Prairie Pastures Dog Park
3923 N 3rd St. at Eagle Point Park, Clinton, IA 52732
8 acres of adventure, completely surrounded by secure fencing, and conveniently located adjacent to Eagle Point Park.  We have areas dedicated to small dogs, big dogs, and a special needs area for senior dogs or those with disabilities.  The terrain is varied with numerous trees for encouraging squirrel chasing, “King of the Hill” areas, nature trails, mown areas for Frisbee catching and over grown areas for “getting your nose dirty” exploring! During the warmer months we have wading pools for cooling off, and water spigots for getting a cool drink.  For us humans, we have shade trees, benches, shelter from the elements, and complementary waste bags.
http://www.soaringeagle.20m.com/rich_text_1.html

Davenport

CM Dog Park
210th St. Davenport, IA
private, fully enclosed area where members can relax and play with their dog(s). The park has an open area for free play, trees for shade, and agility equipment for fun.  We feature a centrally located picnic area to sit and enjoy watching your pet play.

Our park is reserved for C.M. clients or members only.  All dogs are prescreened and proper vaccination records are required to maintain a safe, clean environment.  If your dog is friendly and sociable it may run and play with the other dogs at the park. If there is some question as to your dog’s social behavior, it may have to be restricted in its play.  Any aggression incidents may result in your dog being excused without a refund.

For travelers, we are located just 10 minutes off of Interstate 80 and Interstate 280 just outside of Davenport, IA. We are also just 10 minutes from the Walcott truck stop, so truckers if you would like to relax with your dog in a park like setting give us a call. There will be a minimal fee but we will pick you and your dog up and deliver you back at the truck stop.

Indianola

Indianola Dog Park
Downey Memorial Park
South K Street Indianola, IA
One mile south of the Warren County Fairgrounds, at South K Street & West 17th Avenue
Fenced land for both small and large dogs, Watering stations,  Waste receptacles, Bag dispensers for clean up, Shelter and picnic tables, Portable restroom.

ANNUAL PERMIT OR DAILY PASSES

are required to use the dog playground.  Annual permits are available at the Indianola Parks and Recreation office.  Proof of current rabies and distemper/parvo vaccinations is required.  Bring vaccine paperwork with you to sign up.
Annual Fee                                               $ 20
Annual Fee if dog is spayed/neutered         $ 15
Day Passes available at the playground for  $ 3

PERMIT TAG MUST BE VISIBLE ON YOUR PET WHILE AT THE PARK.

Iowa City

Thornberry Dog Park
West end of Foster Road at Peninsula Park, Iowa City, IA
12 Acres
All dogs using the Thornberry Off-Leash Dog Park (TOP) must wear an annual permit tag on their collar. The permit is $25/year with a $5 discount for spay/neuter and an additional $5 discount for microchip. There is a low-income reduced fee available for qualifying individuals. The exception to the annual permit is a daily pass available for $5. Daily passes can be obtained at the park.
Dog Park Annual Tags can be purchased at the Robert A. Lee Recreation Center (Gilbert/Burlington Sts.) or at the Iowa City Animal Care & Adoption Center (Kirkwood/Clinton St.)
http://www.icgov.org/default/?id=1047

Runnells

Rovers Ranch
SE 108th St. Runnells, IA 50237
private dogpark is available to Members. CALL TO SCHEDULE AN APPOINTMENT FOR YOUR 1ST VISIT.   Calls are returned within 2 business days. If you decide not to get a membership during your 1 st visit, the visit will cost $10. You may also purchase a membership when you train or board your dog with us.
Membership covers ALL the dogs in your household and lets you use the dogpark as often as you want.
YOU MUST HAVE AN APPOINTMENT SCHEDULED FOR YOUR 1 st -VISIT.NO Drop-In’s, Drive-In’s, Walk-In’s PLEASE. First-Visit Appointments are NOT AVAILABLE on SUNDAYS. No Exceptions.

MEMBERS’ HOURS:
Summer/Fall:
Sunrise to Sunset 7 days a Week
Winter/Spring:
7 a.m. to 9 p.m. 7 days a week

Memberships:
Season (3-months): $65
Half-Year: $100
Year: $160

Sioux City

Lewis and Clark Dog Park
Bacon Park
5201 Correctionville Rd. Sioux City, IA
5+ acres for off leash dogs. Correctionville Road runs almost parallel to Gordon Drive.

Washington

Sunset Dog Park
915 W Main St. Washington, IA
The annual permit fee is $20 for one dog, $15 for each additional dog (fill out additional membership
forms), valid from the date of purchase. For out-of-town or infrequent visitors to the dog park, there is a
$3 daily fee per dog which is collected in a locked box inside the gated entrance.
All memberships are up for renewal in July.

West Des Moines

Raccoon River Dog Park
2500 Grand Ave. West Des Moines, IA
10 acre fenced play area. The facility is open each day from 6:30 a.m. until dusk and features areas for both large and small dogs. The park, located just to the east of the softball complex.
Users are asked to purchase a Dog Park permit to utilize the facility. Permits are available at the Parks and Recreation Administrative Office (4200 Mills Civic Parkway) or the Raccoon River Park Nature Lodge. (Proof of parvo/distemper and rabies vacinations is required to purchase permits) Permits are good for one calendar year (January through December) and range in price from $15 for West Des Moines residents to $30 for non-residents. West Des Moines residents must also have a current city pet licence to use the park.

Proceeds from the sale of permits provide funding to maintain and enhance the dog park. For more information please call 222-3444.
http://www.wdm-ia.com/Index.aspx?page=222

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