How big is the dog park?

Big enough that reviewers reach for the word gigantic and warn that a dog can drop out of sight in the back corners. It sits deep in the wooded rear of the property, well away from the fields.

Not out on the fields, which one reviewer flags as fully exposed. The dog park is cut into the tree line, so cover is much better there.

Are there restrooms and water?

Yes. Reviewers report working bathrooms and water fountains on site and describe the facilities as well maintained.

When does parking fill up?

On youth-sports game days, when the turf and grass fields are booked. Early mornings are consistently described as quiet.

Does it suit a dog that needs space from other dogs?

Often, yes. Visitors describe the dog park at William R. Davie as rarely busy, especially on weekdays and toward the back of the enclosure.

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William R. Davie Park

A gigantic fenced dog park set deep in the back woods

3.5 · Our score

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About this park

William R. Davie Park is a sprawling south Charlotte park built around huge fields, a gated playground, and a gigantic fenced dog park set deep in the wooded back of the property. Reviewers call the dog park a hidden gem, large enough that a dog can slip out of sight and quiet enough that weekday visits often feel private. Turf and grass soccer fields, clean restrooms, and on-site water round out the facilities.

Amenities

Fenced Off-leash Water Parking Restrooms Benches Trash cans

William R. Davie Park reviews

What visitors consistently say

The highlights

The sheer size of the fenced dog park is the standout: reviewers consistently describe it as "gigantic" and a "hidden gem" that rarely gets crowded. The gated playground, well-kept turf field, and working restrooms and water fountains get specific praise too.

The community

William R. Davie doubles as a youth-sports hub on weekends, while the wooded dog park in back draws a separate, quieter crowd of regulars who come for the space more than the social scene.

Best for

Large dogs High-energy Social dogs

Before you go

The dog park is big enough that your dog can lose sight of you in the back corners, so stay engaged rather than on your phone. Parking fills up fast on youth-sports game days, so arrive early if the fields are booked.

Frequently asked

How big is the dog park?: Big enough that reviewers reach for the word gigantic and warn that a dog can drop out of sight in the back corners. It sits deep in the wooded rear of the property, well away from the fields.
Is there shade?: Not out on the fields, which one reviewer flags as fully exposed. The dog park is cut into the tree line, so cover is much better there.
Are there restrooms and water?: Yes. Reviewers report working bathrooms and water fountains on site and describe the facilities as well maintained.
When does parking fill up?: On youth-sports game days, when the turf and grass fields are booked. Early mornings are consistently described as quiet.
Does it suit a dog that needs space from other dogs?: Often, yes. Visitors describe the dog park at William R. Davie as rarely busy, especially on weekdays and toward the back of the enclosure.