Dog walking in Oshkosh

Marina District

Marina District is a neighborhood on the corner of the convergence of the Fox River and Lake Butte des Morts. Right on the river lies Bauman Park, a small but spacey park with a baseball diamond, playground, and access for fishing. The quiet park is perfect for getting some one-on-one time with Fido, with additional features like water fountains and benches. The William A. Steiger Park is also on the edge of the water, with a trail the encircles the park and follows along the river. There is a large open space, benches, and water fountains for Fido. Dogs must remain on a leash inside both parks.

Middle Village

Middle Village is a neighborhood along the north side of Fox River, with access to shopping districts and busy streets. Right on the river is the Carl E Steiger Park, a large but scenic park with pretty views of the river that includes shaded sitting areas, a paved trail along the river, access to fishing, and a playground. The park connects to another dog-friendly park known as Shapiro Park, which also rests along the river. This park has larger open space, but less trees, with additional features like water fountains, and benches, Both parks are open from dawn until dusk and require dogs to be on a leash.

Central Oshkosh

The Central Oshkosh neighborhood rests on the southern side of the Fox River at its convergence to the Winnebago Lake. Right on the river's edge is the Pioneer Drive Park. The park has a .3-mile trail that follows along the river, with shaded sitting areas and open space to run around. Dogs will have plenty of space to run around and play here, but don't forget to bring some water and clean-up bags. This neighborhood also houses Franklin Park, an area surrounded by residential homes with a looping trail and a fenced-in baseball diamond. There's extra open space, benches, and a playground in the park, with access to water fountains and benches.

Downtown District

The Downtown District of Oshkosh is a mixture of urban businesses and residential homes. It is also home to one of the largest parks in the city known as South Park. The park is a square area with three large ponds, a paved trail system, fenced-in tennis courts, open space, scattered trees for shade, a playground, two pavilions, and a gazebo. The park is dog-friendly and can get pretty popular among dog walkers during the day, although all pups must remain on a leash inside the park. Additional features include water fountains, clean-up stations, benches, trash bins, and nighttime lights.

East Hall Park

The neighborhood of East Hall Park is in the northern part of the city, filled with lanes of residential homes. The neighborhood is named after the featured park known as East Hall Park. This large area has lots of space, with a sidewalk that encircles the park, four baseball diamonds, scattered trees, and water fountains. You and Fido will have plenty of room to run around and play, take a walk along the paths, or sit and relax under one of the large oak trees. The Pampurr'd Pet is a pet shop inside of this neighborhood, and offers accessories, toys, and natural foods. The shop itself is dog-friendly, and they even offer treats for your pup while you walk around and browse!