Let Fido Have Some Fun At These WNY Dog Parks
Are you tired of walking your dog down the block from your house every day, but not sure what parks allow dogs? Here's a list of parks in Western New York that your dog (and you) can enjoy this summer!
Niagara Falls State Park
Location: 333 Prospect St., Niagara Falls
Phone Number: 716-278-1796
All dogs are welcome but must be kept on a 6-foot leash.
The Barkyard
Location: West end of LaSalle Park at Porter Avenue, Buffalo
Phone Number: 716-218-0303
All dogs must be on a leash unless inside gate. Please take a look at rules for the dog park before going.
The Paw Park
Location: 500 Smith Rd., Amherst
Phone Number: Contact via website.
If you want to give your dog some freedom, this is the perfect place. There are areas divided for small dogs and larger dogs for some leash-free fun!
Front Park
Location: Bordered by the Peace Bridge plaza, Porter Avenue and Busti Avenue, Buffalo
Phone Number: 716-838-1249
Dogs must be on a leash.
Cazenovia Park
Location: Bordered by Potters Road, Seneca Street, Cazenovia Street and the 90, Buffalo
Phone Number: 716-838-1249
Enjoy the many trails in this 80-acre park. Dogs must be on a leash.
Delaware Park
Location: 84 Parkside Ave., Buffalo
Phone Number: 716-838-1249
Looking for a place to run? Take your four-legged friend to Delaware Park! You'll both love the exercise and the bonding experience. Just keep the dog on a leash!
Knox Farm State Park
Location: 437 Buffalo Rd., East Aurora
Phone Number: 716-549-1802
Two enclosures with one for smaller dogs and puppies and one for all dogs. Water tubs and trashcans are provided.
Theodore Roosevelt Inaugural National Historic Site
Location: 641 Delaware Ave., Buffalo
Phone Number: 716-884-0095
Dogs must be on leash and must be cleaned up after on walking tours of the historical neighborhoods. Dogs are not allowed in the house or gardens.
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Contributed by Ariana Harvin-Mahiques and Katherine Trautwein