This dog park is HUGE! There is a fenced in area to the left of the parking lot where you can let…read moreyour dogs run off leash, if you're unsure how they'll do in the open. Or you can venture out on the miles of trails to the right of the parking lot (off leash, as well). The trails in the open areas are pretty wide (think car width) & easy to navigate and follow. One of the trails even has some freshly laid crushed gravel. The trails through the woods are narrow but well packed down. However, If you have any mobility issues, you might stick to the open area trails as you're likely to encounter fallen logs or have to scale up a creekside when on the trails through the woods. Close to the parking lot, there are some obstacles set up so your dog would like ride on the seesaw or climb the A-frame. I've been at multiple times of day. The middle of the day seems to be a little less populated. It does get pretty busy towards late afternoon/early evening as people are getting off work. Parking can be sparse at that time. If so, people tend to park off the side of the road & walk over. Be sure to slow down & pay extra attention as you are coming or going as dogs sometimes venture into the parking lot or road. Especially in the parking lot between the fenced area & open area.

Absolutely a perfect spot for off leash dogs. On our road trip, my pup loved the break to explore…read morethe trails!

Great size with lots of space to run...not your typical small fenced in space. Lots of squirrels…read moreand fun things to chase.

New dog park is a wonderful addition. Although as I write this, I feel like I should retract all…read morethings to keep this more of a secret. We were literally the only dogs there for 30min! It has a great open area in the beginning with plenty of shade. Then cross a bridge and you have an open figure eight in the back to explore. I'm weird, I want more and more dog parks. They are great for the whole family to safely hang out in while the dogs run wild.

Just south of Lawrence abutting the new bypass is 927 acres of outdoors like little else in Kansas…read more The Baker Wetlands may be one of the best kept secrets in Douglas County and the surrounding Lawrence area because its become a mecca of wildlife preservation that doubles nicely as an area rich with hiking, biking, running, or information at the visitor center, or the picnic tables, surely a sight from which to dine outdoors. Known properly as The Baker University Wetlands Research and Natural Area, it abuts the south side of the city in the Wakarusa River floodplain. The area contains 45 acres of native wetland prairie and acres of restored meadows, marshes, open water, shrubby and secondary growth and mature riparian woodlands. Why I love this area: it's outdoor Kansas as it might be unspoiled with some nice gravel paths for hiking and biking, and if you follow some of the access trails which are much rougher you can really get off the grid and deep into park and all its beauty. I counted three massive beaver dams along one creek on an extended walk today. There are literally hundreds of small birdhouses placed all over the park and one walk through will confirm that it's a haven for critters of all kinds. Most folks in town will know it from the view on the south side of the bypass where a mile long paved bike path runs next to the highway behind a sound barrier. And that's a beautiful view, but getting down into the middle of it is terrific. Access from the East where there's a parking area, the far Southwest (gravel lot), or the visitor center on the far West side (paved). This has become my go-to spot for long hikes and I've yet to not see a few others enjoying the same. Well worth the visit. Bring the kids. It's the anti-movie/mall/theme park experience which a little education and a lot of peace and quiet to boot. Pack a sack lunch and stop in one of the covered picnic areas out in the middle. It's a great place to have a gathering, or catch one of the quiet houses where you can enter and look out over a lake so the animals can't see you (mostly on the West side). No admission for anything that I'm aware of. Get there. If you're the outdoors type even only occasionally, this place is a breath of fresh air, literally, in more ways than one. From their web site: 487 Unique Plant Species 376 Vertebrate Species 75% of electricity is produced by a 10 KWH solar array.

What a beautiful hidden landscape in the heart of Lawrence! I never knew this existed and it's…read morereally not so hidden (right off the highway). I took my bike and wasn't disappointed. The views were stunning.

Large, large park with both a small and a large dog side. I have seen owners get into verbal…read morealtercations in this park. I have also seen dogs getting out of control and fighting. Most people are friendly that come to this park.

This is the best fenced off leash park I have visited! It is Huge and has lots of features that…read moremake it appealing. Large shade trees, big rocks and interesting terrain, double gated entry, water fountains, benches and even an agility obstacle! I am well impressed, Leavenworth!

My dog got a parasite here. A shame because the park itself is not bad. But it's not worth the $400…read morevet fee it left me with. All dog owners: please be better.

My dog LOVED this park! While on our visit to Kansas City we decided to bring our dog here (very…read moreshort drive from Oakland Park) and we have never seen anything like this for the public. The entire Leawood park is 66 acres, everything you can imagine is there. The dog park is at the very end of the park, and there is a very short walk from the parking lot to the entrance of the dog parks. Both small and big dog park sides are very well planned out, all benches have covers over the top for shade, there are sections of each dog park that are completely shaded by the trees, water fountains on both sides, PLENTY of space for your dog to run! We noticed while driving into Leawood park that there is many different trails and LOTS of open fields. I felt safe walking my dog here alone at dusk as a woman, and I only met very friendly people while we were in the dog park. Will definitely be back on our next visit!

It's a big enough area for your pup to play. Most people…read moreseem to keep an eye on their dogs There is seating around and in a covered area to sit under My pup looped the perimeter twice, Checked out some other pups and then he went to the gate and we went home. Spent about 45 mins there. Will go again. GPS will tell you that you are "here" in the middle of the intersection of 10th and Gage ... "Here" is actually gage park and to the immediate right of entering the overall park ... tip: type in gauge park instead. Same place.. but the directions to the puppy park will announce your arrival in the intersection.. if you're not from here, you may not notice it's actually tucked up into Gage park. I sure didn't. We circled in a neighborhood until I happened to take a chance and turn into the park

Good place to bring your pup as long as he/she has good manners and the owners are watching their…read morepup.

I don't have a furry baby because 2 weeks ago I had to put my 20 year old yorkie named Guy to…read moresleep eternally. Am still grieving so I thought being in the presence of other dogs and watching how they're cared for by their parents would give me comfort and ease my pain. Even just to be approached and sniffed at would acknowledge that I have a spirit that our fur babies sense. This park is great. Back in VA where I live, we have plenty of state parks and doggie parks but not leash off doggie parks that span vast areas where dogs can run around and mingle and oh swim in the lake. There are benches along the pathway for you to sit and watch your dogs. The park has public restrooms right by the entrance/exit gates. The day that I walked the long paved pathway to get to the lake it started raining so I had to turn around and didn't get to see the lake. I will go back next time am in town. Thanks local guides for your reviews that helped me find your wonderful Shawnee dog park!

Wish I discovered this place earlier. Beautiful, huge dog park with lots of trails. About a mile…read moreroundtrip walk to the dog beach. The water was very shallow and gradual and there were tons of dogs swimming and some people. My dog loved it

A large 160 acre park that is largely undeveloped. It features 2 large dog parks - 2 and 3 acres…read moreeach, several miles of walking trails, a boat ramp, picnic shelter, wetlands, small lakes and of course- great access and views of the mighty Missouri River. I went for the first time this evening just to get up close and personal to the cresting river before access is closed tomorrow because of the impending flooding. Now that I know the park exists, i would definitely return for a quiet spot at the shelter after grabbing some food or coffee in downtown Parkville.

For a while I thought this was English landing park. I now realize it's an entirely different park…read moreright next to English landing park. Does it make a difference? Not really I can park here and easily pick up a running trail that leads to argosy or go around the park. It's beautiful. There is also a dog park here but I have not tried that yet.

There is a hydrant by the entrance on the side next to fence where someone has placed a round black…read moreobject that fills up with water. The park has an area with a great water dispenser, so why not clear this area or fence it off. It has no grass around this container, so it is now a muddy hole. My dog LOVED IT...The park is so well maintained, please fix this area so that I can take my dog home without mud all over him.....

Minus the lady who is notorious and apparently harasses and runs everyone out of the small dog…read morepark, this is one of the top parks in the metro. My only complaint is that the smaller area has restrictions on dogs that can go in there making it difficult for owners of both large and small dogs. The large dog park can be overwhelming for small dogs. Although most didn't mind a large dog in the small dog park, one lady was terrified of the fact that Chief (the most calm dog ever) being in there and around her dog. This made for a bad experience as she was very rude and threatened to call authorities when Chief was just laying in the grass minding his own business. The large dog park has a great trail for walking around. A large open grassy area in the middle for dogs to run and play although I would imagine it gets muddy when there is rain as it is lower than the walking area. The park has a course with different toys the dogs can play and train on. The people at the park were friendly and I didn't see any dogs with behavior issues. If you are a dog parent, you have to check out this park. You will not be disappointed (unless the one lady targets you.)

You know what? If you need some outdoor time but don't want muddy nature trails, this is for you…read more All paved path with offshoot that goes around a wee pond. Sure there are some uneven spots, some are currently marked by orange cones. They have a few EV stations at the entrance that I saw (there may be more elsewhere in the park, but I didn't particularly seek them out). If you're trekking with littles, there is a small spot that you'll cross the entrance to the park if you're doing the full loop as All Trails has it, but it's doable. It's about 1.5 miles around. They have an off leash dog run/walk. It's near two (maybe more) residential areas so I bet this park gets busy when the weather is good--it seemed so when I went (2/28/2023). I'd go again. It's definitely an easy stroll; no hills and with the exception of crossing the street for the loop, no real challenges.

Beautiful park. I absolutely loved the dog park area! Open areas with walkways as well as wooded…read moreareas of which part has cement walkways and parts or more nature trails areas. They also have watering areas and free poop bags and trash cans on outer areas for dogs and for humans they have ports-potties. Best free dog park in KC area that I've been to and I've been to quite a few.