Ellison Dog Park

About this park

Regulars call it the best dog park in Monroe County, and the layout backs it up: a gravel yard for dogs under 25 pounds, a second for all sizes, plus a roughly quarter-mile path circling a pond that dogs are free to swim in. Entry requires a Monroe County fob card, whose membership fee covers maintenance, free waste bags, and soft monitoring of who uses the park. There are no human restrooms on site.

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Frequently asked

Do you need a fob or card to get in?

Yes. A Monroe County fob card is the only way through the gate, so sort it out before a first visit. The membership fee covers maintenance, the free waste bags, and a record of who is using the park if a problem comes up.

How is the park laid out?

Three sections: a gravel yard for dogs under 25 pounds, a second gravel yard open to all sizes, and a larger pond-and-path area everyone shares. The two gravel yards are gated on their own, so dogs with shaky recall do better in those.

Can dogs swim?

Yes. The pond is open for swimming and a walking path of roughly a quarter mile circles it, which lets dogs work off energy in the water and on the trail instead of just the yard.

Does it get muddy?

In spring and fall, yes. Winter and summer usually stay dry. Keep towels in the car if your dog goes straight for the muck.

Is there a restroom?

No human restroom on site. Waste bags and trash cans for dogs are stocked and free.