Is there a fenced dog area?

No. Off-leash play happens on a large open field with no fence, so recall matters here.

When is off-leash allowed?

Only during posted hours, generally early morning and evening. Dogs must be leashed outside those windows.

Is the off-leash crowd manageable?

Reviewers rate it calmer than most, estimating around 80% of dogs are under real control, which keeps the field low-drama.

Are waste bags provided?

The park stocks waste bags and trash cans on-site. A walking path along the irrigation canal behind the playground adds a quieter loop.

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Manitou Park

Off-leash hours on a huge field with a well-behaved regular crowd

4.6 · 351 reviews

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About this park

A quiet southeast-Boise neighborhood park with official off-leash hours on a large open grass field. Basketball and tennis courts, a playground, and a walking path along the irrigation canal round out a calm, well-maintained spot that locals use daily.

Amenities

Off-leash Trash cans Shade Parking

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What visitors consistently say

The highlights

Reviewers consistently note that the off-leash crowd is unusually well-behaved here. Most dogs are under real control, which keeps the vibe calm. The canal-side path behind the playground is a quiet bonus for a longer walk.

The community

Evening off-leash regulars and families who know the schedule. Lower drama than most off-leash parks in the valley.

Best for

High-energy Large dogs Social dogs

Before you go

Off-leash is only during posted hours (generally early morning and evening). Outside those windows, dogs must be leashed. There's no fence, so bring recall-reliable dogs.

Frequently asked

Is there a fenced dog area?: No. Off-leash play happens on a large open field with no fence, so recall matters here.
When is off-leash allowed?: Only during posted hours, generally early morning and evening. Dogs must be leashed outside those windows.
Is the off-leash crowd manageable?: Reviewers rate it calmer than most, estimating around 80% of dogs are under real control, which keeps the field low-drama.
Are waste bags provided?: The park stocks waste bags and trash cans on-site. A walking path along the irrigation canal behind the playground adds a quieter loop.

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