Dog walking in Carson City

Stewart

The Steward neighborhood lies on the edge of the city, and offers plenty of open, sandy land. Some of this land is taken up by the Carson River Park, a 40-acre park that is unique in the fact it allows dogs to run around off-leash at all times. The park is not enclosed, but has plenty of river access, a dog-friendly beach and fishing area. Fido can enjoy a swim or take a walk on the decomposed granite walking path. Owners must bring water and clean-up bags. Rose Gold Park is closer to the city area of the neighborhood and provides a soft green lawn and paved walking path for Stewart's dogs. The park also has trash bins, clean-up stations, and benches.

E 5th St/ S Edmonds Dr

This smaller urban neighborhood is filled with plenty of residential homes, but has a good share of parks too. One of those spots is Mills Park, which is half filled with forested trees and the other half with open fields. There's a concrete path that winds through the woods and finishes back at the open area where Fido can play fetch. Dogs must remain on a leash at the park, but can enjoy amenities like clean-up stations, water fountains, benches, trash bins, and lights for night-time walks.

Lakeview

Lakeview is the largest neighborhood in Carson City, and takes up most of the west side of town. If a vibrant park is what you're looking for, then you found it at the Long Ranch Park. The park is 5 acres, and features green lawns, paved trails and plenty of sandy beaches along the Kings Canyon Creek. Dogs are welcome anywhere in the park, and can even enjoy a cold swim in the creek. Although dogs must remain on leash, they have access to clean-up stations and trash bins. The neighborhood also houses the Carson City Trail, a rails-trail that's 1.9 miles long and offers scenes of the city and the far-off desert. Fido must remain on a leash while on the trail.

University Heights

University Heights is a small neighborhood encompassing the city's college campus. Although usually filled with students, plenty of residents from all over Carson City come to The John Mankins Park. The 3-acre park is dog-friendly, with a small field available for running and playing. There's also a paved trail that surrounds the park, and access to clean-up bags, water fountains and trash bins. Fido must remain on a leash at the park. After some good exercise, take a talk two blocks east to the Brugo's Pizza Co restaurant. This eatery offers 30 different kinds of pizzas, handmade and ready to be served, even to the outdoor seating, which is dog-friendly.

Northridge

The Northridge neighborhood is an uncrowded place that is usually quiet and offers up fantastic mountain views. These views can be seen from Steinheimer Park, a garden park with open fields and flower bushes. The park is not fenced in, but Fido is welcome off-leash anytime while visiting the park. The park has benches, trash bins, and a paved path. Dog-lovers can also bring their dogs to the Spooner Park, a small corner park with an open field and surrounding trees for privacy. The park has a dog-friendly pavilion and picnic area, with benches, trash bins, and water fountains. Fido must remain on a leash at this park.