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Closest to downtown

Off-leash and dog-friendly spots you can reach from a downtown or Over-the-Rhine address without a long drive. Washington Park and Fido Field are the two real off-leash yards closest to the core.

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Washington Park Dog Park

Cincinnati City · 12,000 sq ft
Open
fenced · water
In Over-the-Rhine's Washington Park.

Fido Field

Cincinnati City
Open
fenced
A downtown off-leash dog park run entirely by volunteers, with separate play areas for small and large dogs.

Factory 52 Bark Park

Cincinnati City · Two yards — small & large
Open
fenced · water
Free public off-leash park in the redeveloped former U.S.

Smale Riverfront Park

Cincinnati City
Open
not fenced
Cincy's downtown riverfront park along the Ohio River.

Newport Dog Park

Metro Area
Metro
fenced
Across the river in Newport, Kentucky.