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9 Great Off-Leash Dog Parks in San Antonio, TX You Can Visit Today

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San Antonio has a lot of history, but in our experience, the true measure of a city is in how many off-leash dog parks it has for our best pals to burn off some steam and make a few new buddies. If you’re traveling to San Antonio or thinking about moving there, let’s take a peek at some of the off-leash dog parks on offer in the city.

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The 9 Great Off-Leash Dog Parks in San Antonio, TX

1. Mcallister Park

️ Address: 13102 Jones Maltsberger Rd, San Antonio, TX 78247
Open Times: 5am to 11pm
Cost: Free
Off-Leash: Yes
  • All-in-one dog play zone for small and big dog breeds alike
  • Dog exercise equipment to keep Fido fit
  • Picnic & rest areas
  • Doesn’t have night lighting despite the long hours

2. Panther Springs Dog Park

️ Address: 22635 Wilderness Oak, San Antonio, TX 78260
Open Times: 6am to 8pm
Cost: Free
Off-Leash: Yes
  • Combined enclosed area for small & large dog breeds
  • Part of a 300-acre community center/park complex
  • Canine agility/obstacle course
  • Water fountain at edge of fence perimeter

3. Pearsall Dog Park

️ Address: 5414 Old Pearsall Rd #5346, San Antonio, TX 78242
Open Times: 5am to 11pm
Cost: Free
Off-Leash: Yes
  • Water fountain for dogs & humans
  • Attached to the spacious 505-acre Pearsall Park
  • Shaded picnic areas
  • Owners beware: no separated areas for small and large dogs

4. Ervan Chew Dog Park

️ Address: 7400 Texas 151 Access Rd, San Antonio, TX 78227
Open Times: 5am to 11pm
Cost: Free
Off-Leash: Yes

5. Woodlawn Lake Dog Park

️ Address: 115 Alexander Ave, San Antonio, TX 78201
Open Times: 8am to 10am
Cost: Free
Off-Leash: Yes
  • Leashed trails available for walkies
  • Fishing ponds for tranquil relaxation with your pooch
  • Early morning & late night hours for early birds and night owls alike

6. Pearl Brewery Dog Spot

️ Address: 602 Avenue A, San Antonio, TX 78215
Open Times: 5am to 12am
Cost: Free
Off-Leash: Yes
  • Small gravel dog park
  • Conveniently located at the Pearl
  • Walking distance to the farmer’s market

7. Maverick Dog Park

️ Address: 310 E Jones Ave, San Antonio, TX 78215
Open Times: 5am to 11pm
Cost: Free
Off-Leash: Yes
  • Doggy water fountain for maximum canine hydration
  • Rest/picnic areas for relaxing while your pooch roams
  • Separate area for small dogs

8. Alamo Heights Bark Park

️ Address: 103 La Jara Blvd, Alamo Heights, TX
Open Times: Dawn to dusk
Cost: Free
Off-Leash: Yes
  • Combined dog play area for large and small dogs
  • Water station for washing, drinking, and splashing
  • Walking trail along the inside of the fence to keep an eye on your dog while keeping busy

9. Madison Square Dog Park

️ Address: 313 Dallas St, San Antonio, TX 78215
Open Times: 7am to 9pm
Cost: Free
Off-Leash: Yes
  • Smaller dog park located downtown
  • All-in-one play area for small and big dogs
  • Water fountain
  • Human rest areas with benches

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Conclusion

San Antonio has a refreshingly large selection of dog parks to go off-leash with your pooch no matter where you go in the city. Keep these on your radar the next time you’re driving through the city or Fido needs to let loose.

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