Yes. A ramp leads into the lake and a pier gives divers a launch point, and the swim area is what reviewers single out first.

Is the swim area fully fenced?

No. The fence stops short of the water, and one reviewer reported dogs slipping out along the dry lakebed whenever the lake level drops.

Are small dogs kept separate?

Yes. An adjacent small-dog enclosure runs beside the main field, which owners of tiny breeds name as the reason they can visit at all.

Is there drinking water for dogs?

A water-bowl station is on-site, but the dog fountains have been out of service across several years of reviews, so carrying water is the safe plan.

Does the ground flood after rain?

The entrance at Concord Dog Park pools quickly because most of the grounds grade uphill from the gate. The rest of the park drains and stays usable in the wet.

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Concord Dog Park

Shaded lake access with a diving pier and a wooded off-leash run

4 · Our score

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Fenced Off-leash Small-dog area

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About this park

Concord Dog Park sits on a lake with a dedicated swim area, a ramp for water entry, and a pier that draws dogs willing to dive. The main off-leash field is large enough to keep sight lines open across the whole park, and a shaded walking trail runs along most of the perimeter. A separate small-dog area handles the size split, and there is a restroom on-site. The fence along the lake shore does not extend far into the water, which means confident escape artists can slip out through the dry lakebed when water levels are low.

Amenities

Fenced Off-leash Small-dog area Large-dog area Water Shade Parking Restrooms Benches Trash cans

Concord Dog Park reviews

What visitors consistently say

The highlights

The swim ramp and diving pier set Concord Dog Park apart from the rest of the Knoxville-area options, and reviewers treat the lake access as the reason they drive out. The wooded trail and heavy tree cover keep the grounds comfortable on hot days. Out-of-town visitors repeatedly call the layout the best they have seen.

The community

The crowd is predominantly considerate and experienced, with owners who read the room before bringing reactive or territorial dogs. The vibe is friendly and chill, with people and dogs who know how to share a large off-leash space.

Best for

Large dogs Small dogs High-energy Social dogs

Before you go

The drinking fountains are unreliable. Bring your own water. Dogs that bolt for open water should be watched carefully near the lake fence, which does not extend into low lakebed when water levels drop. The park is well-lit and safe for evening visits.

Frequently asked

Can dogs swim here?: Yes. A ramp leads into the lake and a pier gives divers a launch point, and the swim area is what reviewers single out first.
Is the swim area fully fenced?: No. The fence stops short of the water, and one reviewer reported dogs slipping out along the dry lakebed whenever the lake level drops.
Are small dogs kept separate?: Yes. An adjacent small-dog enclosure runs beside the main field, which owners of tiny breeds name as the reason they can visit at all.
Is there drinking water for dogs?: A water-bowl station is on-site, but the dog fountains have been out of service across several years of reviews, so carrying water is the safe plan.
Does the ground flood after rain?: The entrance at Concord Dog Park pools quickly because most of the grounds grade uphill from the gate. The rest of the park drains and stays usable in the wet.