What an awesome dog park. The pet-owners are chill and friendly. There's a ton of space for your pet to roam around and play with other furry friends. Definitely recommend this park if your dog's already acclimated to being around other dogs. read more

This is still by far one of the best dog parks in NYC. But, here's what happens during summer. The park has one hose, which is located at the very top of the hill. There's also a plastic tub that gets filled up with water throughout the day. So what happens when the hose and water from the tub spill and drain? A mud river. The entire summer, a river from the top of the park causes a huge amount of mud that my dog, Jeffrey, LOVES to run and play in. Jeffrey goes from a blonde to a brunette in a matter of minutes. Every time we visit in summer (the water is turned off in fall/winter) Jeffrey needs a bath afterwards without exception. I know I'm not the only per parent who feels this way - I've seen a Great White Pyrenees traumatize his mom. I wish there was a good solution for this seasonal mud issue. But besides that - still an amazing place to let your pup run free! read more

Awesome large dog park in Dumbo for your pooch to socialize and run around! There's a bunch of dogs there that vary in size but like this park for larger dogs because there's so much space for them to stretch their legs and get a good run in. This park has no dedicated area for small dogs like some other dog parks. Owners are pretty responsible from the couple of times I've visited there and keep an eye out on their dogs while still letting them play. It can get a bit muddy and some furballs will probably try lovingly jump on you (probably my dog) so don't wear you glamorous attire. Another benefit is having the Brooklyn Promenade right up the street. Great for dog walks and even better (possibly the best) views of Manhattan. read more

Hillside Dog Park - Dog Parks Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

Luna takes me here every time I'm in Brooklyn. There is a closer park next to our home in Cobble Hill, but No, Luna loves Hillside, so Hillside it is. I can't blame her. The park is huge with plenty of space for her to catch a ball, run around with dog friends, or rest in a freshly dug hole. We usually spend a good hour and a half here and usually find kind, conscience dog parents who want our furry friends to let off some steam and tire themselves out after being stuck in the house while we're working. The park is clean, offers fresh water to drink or a hose to cool off. 4 stars! I'm a fan! read more

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I love this park and so is my dog, nice hill for dogs to go up and down. I really recommend this park. Parking would be hard to find. But if you have a small dog, put it in a bag and ride a bike read more

One of the bigger dog parks in NYC and also comes with a nice steep hill on one side for the dogs to wear themselves out. Benches for seating as well and plenty of tall trees for shade. It is however next to the BQE so you get a lot of noise from the vehicular traffic. read more

Hillside Dog Park - Dog Parks Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

We love this park! the park is so big and spacious! the dog can walk wherever it is comfortable. there is access to water! BUT! I would be happy that this park has a rule for UNFIXED DOGS to be on leash or separate from other dogs!!! Unfixed dogs are provocateurs for other neutered dogs! and can also create a problem for female dogs! It would be awesome if owners of park will read it and fix this problem read more

Dogwalker and frequent user of Hillside. I found a wedding ring glimmering in the dirt. If you lost a ring and think it's yours - reply to this review. read more

Neat little dog oasis in the middle of Dumbo. Finding the exact entrances to the park coming off of the bridge is kinda tricky, but that makes it better: it's somewhat secluded from all the tourists. Still on the noisy side since there's a large, fairly trafficked road to one side, but otherwise perfect. TONS of room to run around with your pup on dirt and woodchips. Good for summertime, as it has a water fountain, a water hose and even a little tub for dogs to hop into to cool off. Definitely recommend if you're in the area. read more

If you see this dog - or the owner, who is the guy in the orange hat, be aware! His dog bit my husband today after his dog was aggressively attacking our corgi. My husband removed our dog from the situation while I was trying to hold back the aggressive dog but with no success as the dog still managed to bite him - see last image. We spend all day at the emergency room. When we confronted the owner he didn't even say sorry and just packed his stuff and left. Please, if anyone knows the owner or the dog please reach out to us so he can get a second chance to apologize. This being the least he can do. Or if you see this dog at Hillside Dog Park - keep your dog away from this dog as it is aggressive. read more

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Generally have had a good experience here, until a few weeks ago. Beware of a man with two Great Danes - one blue and the other gray/black. Both 150 lbs at least -- massive. Saw this guy last weekend for the first time, after taking my 80 lb hound to this park many times. One of the Great Danes went at my hound dog and left three different deep bite marks. Spent the rest of our Sunday at the vet on Columbia Heights. Needed to flush out the wounds and clean them. It's a shame because this park really is a fantastic option for those in the neighborhood, but crowded, weekend mornings are sometimes tense and dogs go at each other. read more

I've been going to this amazingly huge dog run in the past few weeks, since Olive moved to Brooklyn. She seems to like it better than even the Washington Square run--there are more good dogs! Seriously, Brooklyn Heights seems to be dominated by dogwalkers who walk dogs in packs of 8 and 10; as long as one walker drops by with her charges, there are plenty of opportunities to socialize. Hillside Dog Park is a huge sloping lot with many gates; it borders on a highway, but fortunately there's a high fence separating that from the run. The one thing I really don't like about this run is the chips-and-dirt surface; because of all the trees--which help prevent erosion--I really hope there aren't any plans to resurface it. Still, it can get muddy when it rains, and dusty when it's dry, just as First Run used to. There's also a grove of trees down one hillside, where dogs can play hide-and-seek. Often, I'm expected to walk Olive across the Brooklyn Bridge into Manhattan, but when I stay in Brooklyn for her 1-hour walk, Hillside Dog Park is the perfect place to spend the time. read more

Hillside Dog Park - Olive loves this run--great mix of dogs! - Dog Parks Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

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I was visiting my girlfriend from Boston and brought my dog Nola to this park a few times. It is actually a great park itself, it is huge, there's always a lot of dogs there, it's all wood chips and it's generally a great time. There is one really bad part of the park that is making me write this review. The benches that were made around the trees in the park are EXTREMELY DANGEROUS to dogs. When we were at the park, my dog Nola was on the bench playing with a dog and as she jumped off she got her leg stuck in between the wooden boards and BROKE HER LEG. The slots between the wood on this bench are extremely wide, my dog Nola isn't even a small dog and she got her leg stuck in it. THESE BENCHES NEED TO BE REMOVED OR THE SLOTS NEED TO BE COVERED SOMEHOW. Definitely go to this park with your dog, but DO NOT LET THEM GO ON THE BENCHES. read more

Hillside Dog Park - Dog Parks Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

Decently large dog park with seating areas and a water fountain for dog owners and a great deal of room for your loved one to run around and socialize with other dogs, with many on the weekend especially but not getting the feeling of too overcrowded. Seemed a little drab in terms of quality overall but other than that quite convenient in terms of place being nearby to the subways and ferry read more

Hillside Dog Park - Dogs running happily, not much green considering its winter - Dog Parks Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

My dog enjoys running around this huge open dirt park. Unlike most dog park, this place surprisingly doesn't reek of urine. A major plus is that there are multiple entrances and exits! read more

Hillside Dog Park - Howie, the beagle cooling down with a water hose. - Dog Parks Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

We love this dog run! One of our top spots in the summer since there are kiddie pools and lots of shade (we have 2 siberian huskies so usually dog parks are a no-go on hot summer days, but the kiddie pools keep them nice and cool) Only issue is that a small dog escaped one time we were there. If you have a dog under 10 lbs be very careful and watch them like a hawk. read more

Hillside Dog Park - kiddie pools are key for northern breeds in the summer - Dog Parks Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

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This is a tough one. I mean, if you're really Yelping to find "that special dog park" - well then, chances are you don't live around here. I mean, really. Who commutes with man's best friend just so he/she can evacuate bowls/bladder and play nice with the other perros? It stands to reason that this is frequented by folks within a 1 mile radius, and it surely must be a luxury to let fido off the leash. I mean, no one near here has a backyard to speak of, so this replicates what the suburbanites have on a day-to-day basis. You don't come here expecting a tableau of impressionist verdance. The primary hues are earthen. You DO come here to "let the dogs out" as it were - and give yourself and your pooch confidence that urban confines, while a reality 99% of the time, can be placed on hold while you're within these chain-linked fences. If I were a dog-person, I'd come here. It just so happens that I married into dog people, so it's slowly becoming familiar to me. read more

Toby likes it here. In a really nice part of Brooklyn, it's fun to take the dog to the dog park and walk around after. great way to see and spend time in the neighborhood. the park is clean. other dog owners are respectful and everyone keeps their dog in check. there's even an area for tiny dogs. communal puppy water bowls and garbage cans to throw out the poop. read more

I've had my dog for about 2 years and I can't believe I've never taken her here until now!. As far as Brooklyn dog runs are concerned, this place is huge and very clean. I've been to dog runs with gravel floors and dirt floors and both are horrible for your pooch's health and cleanliness...yours as well. The wood chips and grass are definitely the way to go. Most of the dog owners there are friendly, if not indifferent, but the dogs are playful. I happened to visit on a very nice Saturday afternoon and it wasn't crowded at all, which is definitely a plus. If you live in Brooklyn Heights and own a dog, or are just taking your dog on a long walk (like I was), make sure you go for a visit. read more

I kept hearing raves reviews. I've been to about 8 dog parks in the Tri-State area in the last 4 months so I was excited to get to this one. A terrier dragged my dog by the cheek over a foot. I separated them and told the owner. He said that's what terriers do. Unfortunately his dog was extremely aggressive and he said it didn't matter until a dog cried. What? Why are you taking your dog, setting it loose and then just not paying attention. We were shockingly out of there in 10 minutes. Ten. Insane. My dog was crying from the way this terrier attacked her. Is that guy happy now? My neighbor told me he experienced a poodle doing the same thing to his dog and the owner was annoyed as she brought her laptop and didn't want to discipline her dog. The park is for socialization but that doesn't mean let your dogs loose and you don't have to pay attention. Thankfully there are tons of other parks in the area. Giving this one a big no. Add to that yesterday a larger dog went after a bulldog pup and tore him up so bad he had to goto the Vet ER. read more

It's safe to say this is the best dog park in the area by a long shot. It's nestled between an adorable brooklyn heights neighborhood and brooklyn bridge park which makes the walk to/from the park very enjoyable. The park is completely fenced in with three double fenced entrances. There's also a separate small dog park area which doesn't seem to get used all that much but is a nice option if it's needed. It's located on a slope and this allows for the dogs to run up and down and really tire themselves out. The park is mostly composed of wood chips but has some grass and dirt as well. There's also trees (plenty of shade) and benches/tables (mostly used by the dogs as part of their games, but humans could in theory enjoy them too!). Despite the fact that it's a 25-30 min walk each way for my pup and me, we try to go here twice a month on a Saturday or Sunday morning. There's always been at least a couple of dogs here and we have never seen any dogs behave aggressively. The other dog owners are generally friendly and supervise their dogs well. It's never been overly crowded which is a concern at some of the smaller parks. The only real con here is that the park abuts the BQE so traffic can be loud at times...but that never seems to bother anyone too much! (It's not an issue safety wise as there's a tall fence separating the highway from the dog park fence). It's about a block from the entrance to Brooklyn heights promenade (which offers fantastic skyline views of lower Manhattan) which is nice to check out once your pup has tired of the park (if that's even possible). If you're looking nice for a landmark to help you find the park, it's basically tucked just behind the huge Watertower building. There's a good amount of available street parking when we have been on weekends (unsure of during the week). If you're looking for a new place to socialize and exercise your pup, add this park to your list! read more

Things the park has going for it: - large area for dogs to run - plenty of shade - plenty of seating for owners - dog drinking fountain for dogs to drink from - portable wadding pool - Has 2 separate runs (big and small dog runs) - Has 3 separate entrances into large dog run Things the park has going against it: - large area can make it difficult for some owners to supervise unruly dogs. - parking can be an issue - not the cleanest dog run/park in NYC - small dog run is isolated, looks like it isn't maintained that much - after a good rain it gets muddy especially around the drinking fountain This park has to the potential to be one of the better dog parks in NYC if the city would spend some money and renovate it. Take some ideas from the Pier 6 dog run. Dog runs/parks I have been to so far: http://www.yelp.com/list/nyc-area-dog-parks-runs-bayside-3 read more

Gats and I like this place a lot. We've only been here a couple of times since moving out of the Heights, but it's always a good spot. There is a seperate small dog area, and if you've got a timid, tiny pooch, you might want to take advantage of it. There are all types of dogs here, many of whom know each other, and there can be lots of chasing and some sort of King of the Mountain game that happens with the picnic table. The wood chips are great because it means that the dogs don't get disgustingly dirty and dusty. The park is in between Brooklyn Heights and DUMBO, almost next to the end of the Promenade, and so a stop there can be part of a very pleasant, scenic walk. I would be slightly careful with a kid in the dog park, since there are wild rumpus moments where a kid could get knocked over by some enthusiastic mutt. read more

This is the best dog park around! The place is huge! There is always a great group of dogs and plenty of area for them to run and play. And there is an area where you can take the dog on a mini hike through the "woods". There are lots of places to sit and interact with other dog owners. There are two water fountains, and they bring in a dog pool in the summer time. The ground is made from woodchips mostly which is great for dog feet. I cannot say enough about this place. And I read some of the reviews here about people having their dogs attacked. All I can say is that there will always be bad dog owners out there and there will always be situations where certain dogs don't get along, but I wouldn't blame the dog park on that behavior, it is just how dogs are. We have been here about 40 times or so and have only seen a couple of scuffles that were broken up right away. read more

The day after hurricane Irene was absolutely delightful. The weather couldn't have been more perfect. Me and my bf decided to take pistachio to a dog park. After wasting my time of going to forest park to find no dog park I decided to go to a dog park I once stumbled across while on a grimaldi's trip. My dog pistachio is a small mush who doesn't like to run, fetch, play or do anything other then get rubbed. Upon entering, all the four legged cuties greeted the newbie. This park allows dogs to be off there leash. We let her go and she sniffed around and got acquainted to other muts. I really like this park because all the people are so wonderful. They're absolutely darling. We met so many new folks (who were clearly regulars) and talked about everything from restaurants to vacation. though this park was a bit of a hike, i will definitely be back. the free water, pool, and plastic bags (only for the dogs) was very helpful in many the experience a duty-free one! read more

Great dog park. Plenty of room. Right next to the Promenade and the new Brooklyn Bridge park. Pretty much a good group of dogs. Rarely are there scuffles. People are smart enough to not bring unfriendly dogs. Only complaint is that some owners seem to use the park as their dogs only exercise. So you get some jacked up dogs that get the others riled up. read more

This was my first time at a dog park with my 11 year old Golden Shepard and 2ish year old Beagle. They loved it. I loved it! I appreciated the gates and knowing my beagle wouldn't run away because he picked up an alluring scent. The other pets and owners couldn't have been nicer. The dogs we so friendly. The owners spent more time petting other dogs, myself included, which was awesome to see. This will definitely be our new spot. My dogs were exhausted by the time we left. I can't forget to mention there are 2 water fountains for the dogs, so don't be a nerd like me and carry a backpack with a bowl and water for your pooch, you don't need it :-) read more

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Our go-to dog park destination for the weekend. The place is overall pretty clean for what it's worth and there's always a decent amount of dogs playing on the weekends. I just it wish it was a tad bit closer to my place! read more

This has to be one of the best dedicated dog parks around. Ample room and never overcrowded, this can really keep the dog busy for an hour easy. Wood chips are on the ground and it can get a little dirty, but it is a dog park and is very well maintained. There is an area for small dogs, but it is really unnecessary because there is so much room for big dogs and small dogs to play together. There are a ton of benches and picnic tables (many dogs love to stand on top of these) and a nice amount of shade to relax in while your dog sniffs other dogs...or if you are my dog, you go up and lick every dog right in their mouth. He has no boundaries. I have been here about five times and have never had an issue with another dog or dog owner. You get your occasional owner who brings in a dog who is clearly too aggressive and changes the dynamic of the whole park, but I have seen no fighting at all amongst dogs. Everyone cleans up and on some days everyone participates in picking up garbage and pushing around some more wood chips. The best thing about this dog park is it is never crowded. read more

A Great dog park! Huge area for the "kids" to run and get incredibly tired out. YES! The small area is great for the petite ones that are just a bit too intimidated to take on the larger dogs, but our 10lb papillon adores running around the large area an playing with dogs up to 10x his size. The entire park has woodchips, which I prefer over the pebbles, dirt, or cement of other dog parks in the city. There's even a doggy waterhole with a bowl, so no need to bring your own water bottle (except for yourself) or bowl. There is also a hose to clean off your pups before leaving. It's the best dog park I've been to in the city thus far. Love it. read more

Great big spot. Easy to access. Lots of breeds, nice humans, not a lot of over-protective parents. Our guy sprints in and runs till he can't run no more. There's plenty of real estate. This place is a gift to doggies and apartment dwellers, for sure. Parking can be tough. You'll have to have the cojones to double or leave the hazards on in the "no standing zone". Also, if your pup likes to rock out, he/she will probably come home moderately to very dirty. There's a hose and a pool there that can help. Towels are up to you. It can get a bit crazy sometimes so probably you shouldn't wear your Sunday best. My dog-phobic mother-in-law was probably not a good person to bring here. read more

My favorite dog park. Way way better than the dog run at Pier 6, and much bigger. I prefer the dirt/mulch at Hillside over the pebbles at Pier 6 and the sand/dirt at WSP without a doubt. Most dogs and their humans are well-behaved and friendly, and I love that this park gets such a big, diverse crowd. My dog loves other dogs so playing with as many new friends as possible is a big plus. Only thing I'd change is maybe a little maintenance for the gates to ensure that little guys can't squeeze under/around them. read more

Impressed by this dog run! It's pretty big and I love that it's a dirt floor with wood chips. There's several entrances. It has benches and trees. Running water in the summer. Not just flat land, it's hilly. There's one part of the fence where there's a gap between the doors. The day I went, a little dog had most of its body out. There's a separate fenced area in the dog run also. If you don't live in the hood, it's hard to find parking. read more

Even non-dog owners can enjoy hanging out with a bunch of awesome dog personalities and their counterparts. Which is exactly what my boyfriend and I did on a lazy Sunday afternoon. The weather was nice and we hadn't done much all weekend. My boyfriend has been looking to a buy a townhouse in Brooklyn Heights, so we decided to spend the afternoon walking along the Promenade and taking in the neighborhood. When I saw the local dog park on Yelp mobile, I asked if we could head over for a bit of dog watching. What really amazes me about dogs is that they all look different and act differently. If you watch a dog, you can really start to see his/her personality. And there were a LOT of personalities in the park that afternoon. Everyone (humans included) was friendly. We grabbed a seat on one of the picnic tables in the park and just took it in. Looking forward to maybe one day coming back with a dog :) read more

I've been passing by this dog park as far back as I can remember (via car on the BQE). It's just a great space with lots of room for the pups to run around. There is plenty of wood chip all around for the dogs to run in and the park is fairly well kept. For the people, there are a few picnic tables for you to sit at, as well as benches around the larger trees (so plenty of shaded area too!). I think this is one of the better dog runs in Brooklyn considering the state of some of the runs I've taken my dog to. The pet parents here are responsible and always keeping an eye out for the dogs. And as a plus, there are bins where people "donate" (quotations because bags are technically free) their garbage bags in case anyone forgets to bring bags for cleanup. What I love most is people actually clean up after their pets here! Big dog friendly too! =) read more

This place is awesome!! My dog loves it, and we have never had a problem with the other folks who go here, or the dogs either. The only problem is parking. =/ but that's expected... They have water fountains with bowls for the dogs to fill, and lots of tables and seating for dogs (and humans too lol) read more

I hover between 3 to 5. I do like the dirt and wood combo, and the trees and the benches are all very lovely. I love that it's on a hill, so the pooches have a more natural and varied terrain to romp through. The size of the park is great; it allows your cooped up city-dog ample room to burn off energy. If your dog likes to be chased and/or likes to chase other dogs (in play), then this is a great dog park to bring him/her to. But you if you go at the wrong time, you could run into many dogs that are not great, with people who are not great. I've heard the same stories echoed many times from other owners at other dog parks, and dog walkers alike. In terms of the facilities the fountains don't work in the winter. read more

Great dog park. It's a huge field/hill where the dogs can run all around. Generally kept fairly clean. In the summer there's a nice dog pool and hose for keeping the pups clean and cool. We have a small dog with a big dog heart, so I did get nervous a couple of times when the German Shepherds chased him around. There is an enclosed section for smaller dogs, but no one seems to use it. In general, the crowd is well-behaved and watch over each others' dogs. The main draw, though, is the size! Has to be the largest dog park around. Took us just 20 minutes door to door from the LES (F train). read more

Awesome dog park. By far the best one I've seen in the city. Huge space, clean, plenty of tennis balls and sticks to play with. Plenty of entrances and trash cans, which means dogs aren't toppling on top of each other at the gates. Plus, all the dogs were really well behaved and the owners all seemed to know one another. My dog especially appreciated the little wooded area in the back. It's almost like running free in the wild. read more

Hillside Dog Park - Dog Parks Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

My dog really enjoys hanging out at this dog run. She's a mini dachshund, so the best part is that there's an area specifically set off for small dogs. There's tons of space here and most owners (not all) are pretty good about cleaning up after their pups. The drinking fountain is a definite plus. There is just one con - it's become a little known fact that lots of construction companies tend to dump their excess junk here. Usually it's safe stuff like wood chips, but sometimes other crud gets in there. So, you have to be really vigilant and not let your dog eat the mud here, drink water in puddles etc. My dog has definitely gotten sick after a day at the dog run. I'd also recommend a kennel cough vaccine. But, all in all, this place has been a god-send. My dog loves the field trips we take here, makes her feel like we have a yard, and she has met lots of other dogs. It's a great way to get to know other neighborhood folks too. read more