Is your favorite dog full of energy and ready for an outing? Don’t worry because we’ve found the best dog-friendly places in Reno for you and your pup to run, fetch, and make new doggy friends.
Click on the parks in the map below for more info on the parks, and scroll down for Instagram photos of each park.
Top 7 Dog Parks in Reno
- Link Piazzo Dog Park
- Virginia Lake Dog Park
- Rancho San Rafael Regional Park
- Whitaker Park
- Mayberry Park
- Huffaker Park and Mountain Trail
- Idlewild Park
1. Link Piazzo Dog Park
4740 Parkway Dr, Reno, NV 89502
- Friendly and well-maintained off-leash park
- Lush grass for puppy paws
- Running water
- Separate areas for large and small dogs
https://www.instagram.com/p/BGkSLAbqirD/?taken-at=1078725
2. Virginia Lake Dog Park
1980 Lakeside Dr, Reno, NV 89509
- Gravel-surface off-leash park
- Shade and benches for owners
- Agility equipment for energetic pups
- Adjacent to one-mile walking trail around Virginia Lake for on-leash jogs
https://www.instagram.com/p/BSajyYQA5MA/?tagged=virginialakedogpark
3. Rancho San Rafael Regional Park
1595 N Sierra St, Reno, NV 89503
- Huge pasture for off-leash running
- Not fully fenced, so be sure your pup responds to voice commands
- Off-leash area is in the Multi-Use Pasture on the west side of the park
- Explore the scenic variety of terrain in the rest of the park on-leash
https://www.instagram.com/p/BXEzDp0hOm7/?taken-at=260801
4. Whitaker Park
550 University Terrace, Reno, NV 89503
- Small off-leash run
- Great for smaller dogs
https://www.instagram.com/p/BLl5wH4DhBW/?taken-at=820997
5. Mayberry Park
121 Woodland Dr, Reno, NV 89523
- Scenic park with rivers, ponds, and potential for wildlife sightings
- Grassy fields for relaxing
- Trails for exploring
- Keep your pup on-leash at this park
https://www.instagram.com/p/BWlheZGleDc/?taken-at=247438269046906
6. Huffaker Park and Mountain Trail
1160 E Huffaker Ln, Reno, NV 89511
- Beautiful 2-mile trail to outlook gazebo
- Spectacular views
- Unshaded, so remember to bring water for you and your pup
- Keep your dog on-leash
https://www.instagram.com/p/BVj-l4fAapC/?taken-at=1016519815133966
7. Idlewild Park
2055 Idlewild Dr, Reno, NV 89509
- Lovely walking paths for on-leash exploring
- Close to downtown and along the Truckee River
- Beautiful rose garden and shady, grassy fields
https://www.instagram.com/p/BXEKVJSDx_N/?taken-at=293521835
Have too many plans to exercise your dog properly while you’re in Reno? Rest easy knowing that you can easily hire a local dog walker who will be happy to show your pup around.
