University Dog Park
About the Park
This two-section off-leash dog park has separate areas for small and large dogs, located adjacent to the American River with trail access. The ground surface is crushed granite and sand rather than grass. Water fountains, benches, picnic tables, and street parking are available, though conditions vary notably by season.
Visitors Like
- Separate areas for small and large dogs
- Adjacent to American River and trails
- Water fountains available
- Benches and picnic tables with shade
Worth Noting
- Crushed granite and sand surface, no grass
- Very hot with limited shade in summer
- Foxtails and thorny weeds in warm months
- Paws can burn on hot surface
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Google Reviews
406 reviews
Muscle Mafia
14 reviewsI think its a really nice dog park, rare in today's daycare age to have a place so inviting, we'll maintained and best of all free to bring your pups ...
Bryan Abaya-Buchanan
60 reviewsThis is a nice neighborhood dog park. It has separate space for big and small furries. There is also ample street parking and walk paths along the riv...
Bien Locote
309 reviewsThis is my regular go to dog park. Have been coming here for years with my 3 dogs. People have been great as well as the dogs . In all the years ive b...
jenni plazola
11 reviewsMy dog love it, the park is clean, big & beautiful
christina fun
4 reviewsNice area
Lisa O
31 reviewsThis is my daily dog park, as it is closest to my apartment. I would rate it higher, but there isn't enough shade, and it's mostly sand instead of gra...
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