Is the whole park off-leash?

Effectively yes. Almost every visitor lets dogs roam the open space, and two small fenced enclosures near the lots handle dogs that wander.

Is there drinking water?

None on the property, so regulars haul jugs in. That matters more than usual in the dry air at this elevation.

Is it safe to let a dog loose near the road?

The acreage runs up against a highway and residential streets, and one regular advises keeping dogs in the designated areas rather than letting them drift toward the edges.

Do reviewers mention hazards?

Broken glass on the northern side comes up repeatedly. Frank Ortiz is otherwise described as surprisingly clean for the number of dogs it takes.

How long does a visit take?

Longer than a typical fenced run. Two parking areas open onto miles of trail, and one visitor reported a dog sleeping four hours afterward.

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Frank S Ortiz Dog Park

138 off-leash acres of arroyos, trails, and mountain views

3 · Our score

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About this park

Frank S. Ortiz is Santa Fe's marquee dog destination: 138 acres of open high-desert terrain with miles of trails spidering through arroyos and hills, plus sweeping views of the Sangre de Cristo range. Almost everyone here runs off-leash across the open space, with two small fenced enclosures available for flight-risk dogs. Two parking areas, poop bag stations, and scattered benches make it easy to plan a long loop.

Amenities

Off-leash Fenced Parking Benches Shade Trash cans

Frank S Ortiz Dog Park reviews

What visitors consistently say

The highlights

The scale is what visitors rave about: 138 acres of arroyos and hills with miles of trail spidering out from the lots, and the Sangre de Cristo range filling the view. The two small fenced sections are a welcome backup for dogs that are not reliable off-leash yet.

The community

A steady local crowd treats Frank S. Ortiz as a daily walk rather than an outing, and weekend mornings bring friendly packs out early before the sun climbs. One regular notes that owners vary: plenty are sociable, some keep to themselves.

Best for

Social dogs Large dogs High-energy Senior dogs

Before you go

There's no running water, so bring a jug, especially in warmer months at this elevation. Stick to the central trails and avoid the far northern edge, where visitors regularly report broken glass.

Frequently asked

Is the whole park off-leash?: Effectively yes. Almost every visitor lets dogs roam the open space, and two small fenced enclosures near the lots handle dogs that wander.
Is there drinking water?: None on the property, so regulars haul jugs in. That matters more than usual in the dry air at this elevation.
Is it safe to let a dog loose near the road?: The acreage runs up against a highway and residential streets, and one regular advises keeping dogs in the designated areas rather than letting them drift toward the edges.
Do reviewers mention hazards?: Broken glass on the northern side comes up repeatedly. Frank Ortiz is otherwise described as surprisingly clean for the number of dogs it takes.
How long does a visit take?: Longer than a typical fenced run. Two parking areas open onto miles of trail, and one visitor reported a dog sleeping four hours afterward.