Jamesville Beach Park
Lakeside county park with a designated dog area
About this park
A large county park on Jamesville Reservoir built around a guarded swim beach, with a separate designated dog area set apart from the sand. The off-leash section has no fences, so a dog that bolts has nothing to stop it, a point the regulars make plainly. Parking runs about $7, and the grounds add walking paths, picnic tables, fishing, and disc golf to fill out a day.
Amenities
Jamesville Beach Park reviews
What visitors consistently sayFriendly fellow owners and lake views make it a pleasant social spot, with the dog area kept well clear of the swimming beach.
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Before you go
Keep a reliable recall sharp; the dog area is open with no fencing to catch a runner. Visit on a weekday to dodge the beach-day crowds and find easy parking.
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