Is Lyons Dog Park fenced?

Yes, and a half-mile loop runs the inside of the fence line. That loop is the detail reviewers cite most after the canyon view.

Where is the parking?

In front of the Bohn Park construction area, with a gray gravel path leading about a quarter mile in. Routes that approach from the west end on a dirt road at private property, which catches most first-timers.

Is there water for dogs?

Yes. Water is available on site to fill bowls, so a jug from home isn't required.

When does it get crowded?

Early morning and evening. One regular describes those hours as busy and still calls the park a first choice over anything closer to home.

Is wildlife a concern?

The fence line backs onto hiking trails and woods, and regulars advise watching for animals. It's the one caution that runs through otherwise glowing reviews.

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Lyons Dog Park

A half-mile loop with canyon views a little north of Boulder

3.5 · Our score

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About this park

Lyons Dog Park sits in the canyon town it's named for, a big fenced off-leash space with a half-mile perimeter loop, water on site for filling bowls, and canyon views in every direction. Out-of-town regulars rate it the best dog park they've found in Colorado.

Amenities

Fenced Off-leash Water Benches

Lyons Dog Park reviews

What visitors consistently say

The highlights

Reviewers single out Lyons Dog Park as their favorite in the state, with one owner counting a single bad encounter across more than fifty visits. The half-mile loop inside the fence earns its own praise for letting owners walk real distance while the dogs run.

The community

A loyal out-of-town following shows up alongside the Lyons regulars. One reviewer drives 25 minutes each way rather than use a closer park, and prime time (early morning and evening) is when the space fills.

Best for

Social dogs High-energy Large dogs

Before you go

Driving directions can route you in from the west, where the road turns to dirt and ends at private property. Park in front of the Bohn Park construction area instead and follow the gray gravel path about a quarter mile in. Keep an eye out for wildlife, since the park borders hiking trails and woods.

Frequently asked

Is Lyons Dog Park fenced?: Yes, and a half-mile loop runs the inside of the fence line. That loop is the detail reviewers cite most after the canyon view.
Where is the parking?: In front of the Bohn Park construction area, with a gray gravel path leading about a quarter mile in. Routes that approach from the west end on a dirt road at private property, which catches most first-timers.
Is there water for dogs?: Yes. Water is available on site to fill bowls, so a jug from home isn't required.
When does it get crowded?: Early morning and evening. One regular describes those hours as busy and still calls the park a first choice over anything closer to home.
Is wildlife a concern?: The fence line backs onto hiking trails and woods, and regulars advise watching for animals. It's the one caution that runs through otherwise glowing reviews.