Scottsdale is a city of just over 200,000 people in Arizona’s Maricopa County and you would be forgiven for assuming that it is a concrete jungle and unsuitable for dog walking. This is a completely incorrect assumption, as the city comprises a huge land mass with an enormous amount of free space for residents and their pets to enjoy. Below, we look at some of the best specialized dog parks in the city of Scottsdale.
Chaparral Dog Park
This is a huge park located at 5401 N. Hayden Road and has 3 acres of grass within the 4-acre Off Leash area. During the summer, it opens at 5:30 a.m. and is open at 6:00 a.m. during the winter months. It remains open until 10:00 p.m. all year round. Chaparral has a fabulous array of amenities, including water fountains, seating for owners, play features, and turf areas. You are allowed to bring portable chairs and your dog’s favorite toys, but are required to clean up before you leave. You can’t beat the combination of great Scottsdale sunshine and the wide open space of Chaparral Dog Park!
Horizon Park
This impressive park can be found at 15444 N. 100th Street and offers 2/3 of an acre worth of space along with giant shade structure which is 10’ x 20’. There is a water fountain and trees and benches for owners. It is important to note that under 16 year olds are not permitted unless accompanied by an adult. It has long opening hours, but don’t take your dog for a walk from 9:30 a.m. through 12:30 p.m. on Thursdays, as the park is closed for maintenance. During winter, you may wish to go home before dusk, because this section of the park doesn’t have lights.
Vista Del Camino
Take a trip towards 7800 E. Pierce Street if you want to find the Off Leash part of Vista Del Camino Park. Simply turn west onto Pierce from Hayden Road. The park is a stunning half-acre area which is shaded from the sun by gorgeous trees and also contains benches and a water fountain for your dog. There is only one fenced area and it is open from 5:30 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. You will also be relieved to know that the park is double gated for your pet’s security.
These are the main parks for dogs in Scottsdale, Arizona, but please remember that you need to adhere to the specific rules of each park. Here are some of the basic rules that all dog owners are expected to abide to:
- No visitor is allowed to bring more than two dogs.
- The Off Leash area of each park is not supervised so you use it at your own risk.
- Owners must fill in the holes dug by their dog(s) and repair any other damage caused.
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