Wagbar

Craft taps and a staffed off-leash yard just north of Asheville

4.6 · 381 reviews
Fenced Off-leash Water
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About this park

A dog bar and off-leash play yard in Weaverville with rotating craft beer taps, a partially covered outdoor play area, and a separate hill section with its own picnic tables. Vaccination records are verified on first visit, and staff actively work the yard to keep dogs engaged.

Amenities

Fenced Off-leash Water Shade Parking Restrooms Benches Covered area

Wagbar reviews

What visitors consistently say
The highlights

Reviewers rave about the staff, who know the regulars by name and step in to redirect bored dogs back into play. The "welcome committee" of golden retrievers and the upper hill for calmer dogs get repeat mentions, as do the rotating local craft taps.

The community

A tight community of Weaverville and north-Asheville regulars, joined by a steady stream of visitors who spot the place driving in from Tennessee on I-26. Monthly-pass members treat it as a second living room; trivia and music nights pull a consistent weekly crowd.

Best for

Social dogs High-energy Large dogs Small dogs

Before you go

Bring proof of current vaccinations on your first visit; staff checks records before entry. Ask about the monthly pass if you're local; Tuesday trivia nights are the standing community event.

Frequently asked

Is it off-leash?
Yes, dogs play off-leash in a fenced, partially covered yard while owners use the bar.
What do I need for a first visit?
Proof of current vaccinations; staff check records before entry.
Is there space for a calmer dog?
An upper hill section with its own picnic tables gives quieter dogs a break from the main yard.
Does staff watch the dogs?
Staff work the yard and step in to redirect bored or over-amped dogs back into play.
Are there regular events?
Tuesday trivia is the standing weekly draw, and a monthly pass suits locals who come often.

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