Greenway Dog Park, Denver, CO

If you were putting together a list of the best dog parks in Denver, Greenway Dog Park would be sure to feature. Also known as Stapleton Off Leash Dog Park, this pooch playground is spacious and easily accessible for Denver doggos.

Located roughly 5 miles east of the city center, this pawpular dog park boasts 3 acres of off-leash space for your pup to enjoy. The play area is surfaced with sand which can be quite deep in some spots, so very small dogs might find it a little difficult to get around. You'll also need to be wary of hot sand damaging delicate paws when the mercury starts to rise.

Unfortunately, there's no separate area for small dogs either, so pint-sized pooches that are a little timid around large dogs might want to consider other parks nearby.

The good news is that there's a decent amount of shade provided by trees and covered benches. There's also a water fountain provided, but park users report that it doesn't always work, so it's a good idea to BYO drinking water when you visit here with your pup.

There's a limited amount of off-street parking available near the neighboring tennis courts as well as plenty more spaces on the surrounding streets. And because there are tennis courts right next door, you can typically expect to find a good supply of tennis balls to keep playful pups busy.

Whenever you visit any off-leash park, make sure you clean up after your dog at all times. Waste bins and poop bag dispensers are provided, but it's up to pet parents to help keep them stocked. With this in mind, remember to bring a few of your own poop bags whenever you visit Greenway Dog Park. Your dog will also need to be up to date with their vaccinations and have a Denver dog license.

But if you're searching for a great Denver dog park where your fur-baby can run free, there are lots of good reasons why you should check out Greenway Dog Park.

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