About
USMC CPL David M. Sonka Dog Park in Parker is a spacious off-leash dog area featuring separate fenced zones for small and big dogs, agility equipment, and a quarter-mile walking track. Visitors can enjoy covered picnic seating, water fountains for dogs and people, and clean vault toilets nearby, making it ideal for both dogs and their owners.
What To Expect:
- 🐕 Separate fenced areas for big and small dogs
- 🏃♂️ Quarter-mile walking track around the park
- 🚰 Water fountains with dog bowls
- 🏞️ Picnic tables and covered seating
- 🦮 Agility ramps and obstacles
- 🚻 Vault toilets nearby
Important Information:
- – Open daily from 6 AM to 11 PM
- – Dog waste stations with bags and trash cans throughout
- – Memorial dedicated to USMC CPL David M. Sonka and his K9 Flex
- – Visitors should bring valuables inside due to occasional break-ins
📍 Local Insights
🐕 Separate Dog Areas: There are distinct fenced sections for small and big dogs, helping owners manage playtime.
🚶♂️ Walking Track: A perimeter walking path offers a good way to get steps while watching your pup.
🌳 Shade and Seating: Covered picnic tables provide rest and relief, but shade is limited elsewhere in the park.
⚠️ Watch the Gravel: The gravel is sharp and can be uncomfortable on dogs’ paws; path walking is easier than venturing off-path.
⏰ Hours
Monday: 6:00 AM–11:00 PM
Tuesday: 6:00 AM–11:00 PM
Wednesday: 6:00 AM–11:00 PM
Thursday: 6:00 AM–11:00 PM
Friday: 6:00 AM–11:00 PM
Saturday: 6:00 AM–11:00 PM
Sunday: 6:00 AM–11:00 PM
👉 Best For
- •Dog owners
- •Families with children
- •Outdoor dog exercise
Location
17855 Pine Ln, Parker, CO 80134Review Sentiment
Based on 623 Google reviews
"Visitors appreciate the large, clean space with ample room for dogs of all sizes to run and play, along with nice amenities like picnic areas and water fountains. The heartfelt memorial adds meaning, while the gravel surface and limited shade receive occasional criticism. Some caution about dog owners not cleaning up or issues with gravel hurting dogs’ paws."
What You'll Find
- •Dog Park
- •Separate Small Dog Area
- •Agility Equipment
- •Walking Track
- •Picnic Tables
- •Covered Seating
- •Water Fountains
- •Vault Toilets
- •Trash and Dog Waste Stations
📆 Best Times to Visit
Visit early morning for quieter experience; mid-morning to early afternoon tends to be busiest, especially weekends. Shade is limited; bring water on hot days.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
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