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Akron Dog Park at Cascade Valley Park
Fully Fenced
499 Memorial Pkwy, Akron, OH
Park hours:
Dawn until dusk
Agility equipment
Small dog friendly
Dog drinking water
Chairs
Park rules:
Akron Dog Park Rules
Rules for Akron Dog Park have been adopted by the leadership of Better Akron Recreation for Canines. They are designed to keep the park a safe and healthful environment for every visitor, dog and human alike. Like other Ohio dog parks, Akron Dog Park is not supervised or patrolled, it is vital that all visitors obey these rules and behave responsibly and courteously toward each other at all times. Thank you.
Our Park Facilities
Akron Dog Park is comprised of the parking lot, the fenced park areas and the service access road leading to and from the park gates. These rules apply to all park areas.
• Akron Dog Park is for dogs and their humans only. No other animals may be brought in.
• Hours are dawn until dusk daily all year.Observance of all posted rules, as well as applicable Ohio law and Akron’s ordinances, is essential to the safety and well-being of park visitors, both dogs and their humans.
• Visitors to the park are responsible for keeping it clean.
o Dog’s waste must be picked up by their handlers, properly bagged and deposited in the bins provided. Picking up “orphan poops” is encouraged.
o Other trash and garbage must be placed in trash or recycling bins.
o No glass containers are permitted in the park.
• Human food and alcoholic beverages are not permitted inside the park at any time.
• Cigarette smoking is permitted only outside the fenced area. Cigarettes must be safely extinguished and deposited in appropriate receptacles.
Our Park Visitors
• Akron Dog Park is not supervised. VISITORS AND THEIR DOGS ENTER AT THEIR OWN RISK, and they are responsible and will be held liable for any damage or injury they or their dog cause to another dog, to any person and to park property.
• Children under the age of 16 may enter the park’s fenced area only when accompanied by and actively supervised by a responsible adult.
• Dogs are permitted at the park only when accompanied and actively supervised by at least one handler of at least 18 years of age and no handler may exit the fenced area leaving any dog inside.
• Only healthy dogs at least 4 months old, current on mandatory vaccinations and not in ANY stage of heat are permitted in the park.
• Dogs must be leashed at all times except when inside the fenced area of the park, and handlers must keep their dogs’ leashes in their possession and available for immediate use if necessary while their dogs are inside.
• Dogs visiting Akron Dog Park must be collared or harnessed with accurate ID tags, and current dog license and rabies tags. CHOKE/PINCH/PRONG COLLARS are not permitted inside the fenced area of the park.
• No single handler may bring more than 3 dogs into the park at any one time.
• Only dog toys are permitted inside the fenced area of the park, and favorite toys from home are NOT recommended because “sharing” will happen.
Dog Behavior
• Dogs exhibiting vicious, fierce, overly-aggressive or dangerous behavior are not permitted in the park at any time.
• Any dog unexpectedly exhibiting aggressive behavior should be leashed immediately and, if necessary, removed from the park.
• Stay alert to your dog’s behavior because ordinary play can suddenly escalate into aggression and even attack, and your intervention may become necessary.
Incidents at Akron Dog Park
• Visitors involved in any incident involving injury to a person or dog should exchange accurate personal contact information (name, telephone numbers, etc.) and veterinary contacts. Cell phone cameras can be helpful in documenting information.
• In an emergency, visitors should dial 911 for assistance from area emergency crews. Non-emergencies should dial (330)375-2181 for Akron Police Department assistance or 311 for the Akron Animal Warden.
• Akron Dog Park’s street address: 499 Memorial Parkway, Akron OH
• Non-emergencies should be reported as soon as possible to BARC at (330)510-1DOG [(330) 510-1364] or by using the Contact Us section of this website.
• Please be aware Akron Dog Park is not supervised or patrolled. The police department, dog warden and BARC are NOT responsible for enforcing dog park rules. Visit at your own risk and self-enforce rules.
55Such a nice yard! Very safe for my dogs, had lots of smells and different types of landscaping for them to explore - bushes, trees, rock and wood piles, etc. They enjoyed standing on the raised deck to look out over the yard and fences too. Lots of room to play as well. We’ll hopefully be back soon! Alicia J.
Alicia J.
December 2022
Such a nice yard! Very safe for my dogs, had lots of smells and different types of landscaping for them to explore - bushes, trees, rock and wood piles, etc. They enjoyed standing on the raised deck to look out over the yard and fences too. Lots of room to play as well. We’ll hopefully be back soon!
Michael's Fully Fenced In Private Dog Park In Akron | Sniffspot
55This spot was great! My dog is reactive to people & dogs and homeowner was very respectful of that. My dog loved it, he got to run around and sniff. There were some toys in the yard he loved. We will be back if in the area! Maria W.
Maria W.
February 2024
This spot was great! My dog is reactive to people & dogs and homeowner was very respectful of that. My dog loved it, he got to run around and sniff. There were some toys in the yard he loved. We will be back if in the area!
Michael's Fully Fenced In Private Dog Park In Akron | Sniffspot
55Great yard with plenty of room to play! My dog just wanted to lay in the beautiful grass, though. Very easy process to book and gracious host. Will definitely return!Amy S.
Amy S.
July 2024
Great yard with plenty of room to play! My dog just wanted to lay in the beautiful grass, though. Very easy process to book and gracious host. Will definitely return!
Ingram Private Dog Park in Akron - min. 4 hrs notice | Sniffspot
55This was our first Sniffspot experience and our rescue dog, Ruthie's, first time off leash outside since we adopted her a year ago. Ingram's Private Dog Park was just as posted. The host, Elizabeth, kept us in the loop regarding parking, accessing property, etc. We felt secure letting Ruthie off leash in the yard, fencing was good. Lovely back yard with shady spots for our shade-loving girl and lots for our hound dog to sniff. Big bowl of fresh water was much appreciated. Very clean and well maintained, and host, Elizabeth, was very pleasant and accommodating. Would do this again. Ruthie had fun 🐶🐶🐶Patty F.
Patty F.
May 2023
This was our first Sniffspot experience and our rescue dog, Ruthie's, first time off leash outside since we adopted her a year ago. Ingram's Private Dog Park was just as posted. The host, Elizabeth, kept us in the loop regarding parking, accessing property, etc. We felt secure letting Ruthie off leash in the yard, fencing was good. Lovely back yard with shady spots for our shade-loving girl and lots for our hound dog to sniff. Big bowl of fresh water was much appreciated. Very clean and well maintained, and host, Elizabeth, was very pleasant and accommodating. Would do this again. Ruthie had fun 🐶🐶🐶
Ingram Private Dog Park in Akron - min. 4 hrs notice | Sniffspot
55Great spot to bring the dogs. Fully fenced. They have high energy and needed an enclosure to fully run. Also very cute backyard with seating, and water. Water for the pups too. We will be back :)Caroline L.
Caroline L.
June 2023
Great spot to bring the dogs. Fully fenced. They have high energy and needed an enclosure to fully run. Also very cute backyard with seating, and water. Water for the pups too. We will be back :)
Ingram Private Dog Park in Akron - min. 4 hrs notice | Sniffspot
55Wonderful place to take our two dogs who normally wouldn't be able to run around and have fun in a yard since ours isn't fenced in. Great communication and flexibility with our process we had for entering and exiting with our crew. Would recommend and will book again in the future! Jason V.
Jason V.
August 2024
Wonderful place to take our two dogs who normally wouldn't be able to run around and have fun in a yard since ours isn't fenced in. Great communication and flexibility with our process we had for entering and exiting with our crew. Would recommend and will book again in the future!
Ingram Private Dog Park in Akron - min. 4 hrs notice | Sniffspot
55Husband let us in and filled up the water bowl, there were drinks provided, it was a quiet neighborhood and some dog treats! Overall great experience 😊Alexa B.
Alexa B.
August 2024
Husband let us in and filled up the water bowl, there were drinks provided, it was a quiet neighborhood and some dog treats! Overall great experience 😊
Ingram Private Dog Park in Akron - min. 4 hrs notice | Sniffspot
55My pup Brisket and I had such a fantastic experience here. Great communication with the hosts, easy access to get in and out. A lot of great smells and things to explore. There was fresh water for the dog and water and chairs for humans. Fencing was secure and pretty much non see-through. We did not hear any other dogs on our visit. Highly recommend this sniffspot! Rebecca C.
Rebecca C.
October 2024
My pup Brisket and I had such a fantastic experience here. Great communication with the hosts, easy access to get in and out. A lot of great smells and things to explore. There was fresh water for the dog and water and chairs for humans. Fencing was secure and pretty much non see-through. We did not hear any other dogs on our visit. Highly recommend this sniffspot!
Ingram Private Dog Park in Akron - min. 4 hrs notice | Sniffspot
55This was a great experience for not only my wife and I but for our 3 little dogs as well. James met out out front and showed us where to enter, they even provided water for us and the pups as well as a few treats. They yard was very secure and there was plenty of space for the dogs to explore and run laps. We definitely look forward to booking again in the near future!!Tiffany B.
Tiffany B.
November 2024
This was a great experience for not only my wife and I but for our 3 little dogs as well. James met out out front and showed us where to enter, they even provided water for us and the pups as well as a few treats. They yard was very secure and there was plenty of space for the dogs to explore and run laps. We definitely look forward to booking again in the near future!!
Peaceful fenced in yard near Cuyahoga National Forest | Sniffspot
55Beautiful backyard! Lovely hostess! Plenty of room to run and smell new things! My daughter got scared of the rain or we would’ve stayed longer! It’s very nice! Kellie B.
Kellie B.
September 2024
Beautiful backyard! Lovely hostess! Plenty of room to run and smell new things! My daughter got scared of the rain or we would’ve stayed longer! It’s very nice!
Peaceful fenced in yard near Cuyahoga National Forest | Sniffspot
55Artie loved all the nature to sniff about in! He even found a squeaky toy in the bushes to play with for a few minutes.☺️ He had a very nice time, and he loved the bird feeder!Jessica F.
Jessica F.
October 2024
Artie loved all the nature to sniff about in! He even found a squeaky toy in the bushes to play with for a few minutes.☺️ He had a very nice time, and he loved the bird feeder!
55Super nice backyard!! It did have a lot of room for your dog to run around and a nice area to sit, I also loved how they had treats as well and water, which was great. Tania R.
Tania R.
September 2023
Super nice backyard!! It did have a lot of room for your dog to run around and a nice area to sit, I also loved how they had treats as well and water, which was great.
55Such a cute little place! Plenty of space for our dogs to run and play, we had a great time! Gabrielle D.
Gabrielle D.
October 2022
Such a cute little place! Plenty of space for our dogs to run and play, we had a great time!
How do Akron's private dog parks work?
Private rentals by the hour
Our hosts are locals that are renting their yards and private land to dog owners
Trust and safety first
Spots are designed for safety and both hosts and guests are reviewed after each visit
Designed for private play
Only the people and dogs in your booking are allowed in the spot during your visit
Reactive dogs welcome
Many of the spots we list are designed with sensitive dogs in mind
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FAQ about our Akron dog parks
Are dog parks good for dogs?
It is important for dogs to have off leash exercise to sniff and run. But the free and open nature of public dog parks has drawbacks. There could be aggressive dogs, disease transmission and cleanliness issues. For this reason, many dog behaviorists discourage visiting public dog parks and recommend Sniffspot's private dog parks. Sniffspot private dog parks only allow one guest to book at a time and are not open to the public, which solves many of these issues.
Are dog parks safe?
While public dog parks have a number of safety issues, such as aggressive dogs, disease transmission and general cleanliness, Sniffspot dog parks much safer than public dog parks. With Sniffspot all bookings are private for just you and dogs you bring with you and we require all dogs to be vaccinated (or have equivalent titers). All Sniffspot locations are vetted and reviewed by guests so you can find the perfect place for you and your dog. 97% of reviews on Sniffspot visits in the Akron area are 5 stars.
How do I know if a dog park works for my dog?
You can filter Sniffspot dog parks by fencing and distractions. If your dog doesn't have good recall, you can visit one of our 171 fully fenced dog parks in the area. If your dog is reactive to other dogs, you can visit one of our 34 off leash areas where there are no dogs audible or visible nearby. You can also filter locations to avoid other domestic animals and people. We also recommend reading reviews and reaching out to the host with any questions.
Sniffspot has 171 fully fenced dog parks in or near Akron. Browse all fully enclosed options.
Where are good dog hiking trails near Akron?
The Akron area has 9 Sniffspot locations with private trails for you and your dog to walk or hike. Dogs can generally be off leash on Sniffspot trails. The most popular trail is Greg's 74 Acre Unfenced Private Dog Park In Wadsworth.