Friends of Columbia, MD Dog Park

Friends of Columbia, MD Dog Park Friends of the Columbia, MD Dog Park was formed to advocate for the creation of an off-leash space in Columbia, Maryland.

Our community prides itself on providing amenities for all homeowners and residents, yet there are no off-leash parks for dog owners. In fact, Howard County has just one off-leash area, lagging noticeably behind our neighboring areas: Baltimore (7 dog parks), Montgomery County (5), Anne Arundel County (2), and Frederick County (2). Even rural Carroll County is in the process of creating a dog park

for residents. Dog parks have many proven benefits, including physical and mental wellbeing for both pets and owners, improved pet behavior, decreased dog-related complaints, ad increased property values. Columbia needs a dog park, so let’s make it happen!

02/23/2022
Columbia dog park is reopening! Effective June 2, weather permitting the park will be open Tuesday – Sunday 7am to 3:15p...
05/30/2020

Columbia dog park is reopening! Effective June 2, weather permitting the park will be open Tuesday – Sunday 7am to 3:15pm. (The DogPark Closure Line is (410) 381-0511)

CDP patrons who have the 2020 CDP dog tag for their dog may “reserve” a 45-minute time slot via the SignUp Genius email invitation. Time slots can be reserved up to seven days in advance and remain open until all slots are filled. Learn more:

https://www.columbiaassociation.org/blog/ca-reopens/ #1590767741595-6da0f3c3-e711

CA ReopensMay 29, 2020

03/24/2020

With the dog park closed, what other locations are you taking your dogs for walks or play? Western Regional Park in Glenwood (about 10 miles from Columbia) is still open for walking the trails. Park at adjacent library and walk in. About 12 miles of paved and wooded paths!

Just a reminder that the dog park hours will be 6am - 8:30pm until August 1st.
05/08/2018

Just a reminder that the dog park hours will be 6am - 8:30pm until August 1st.

Just another beautiful day in the neighborhood ☀️🐾
04/28/2018

Just another beautiful day in the neighborhood ☀️🐾

The water is back on!!
04/14/2018

The water is back on!!

It's a beautiful day here!
04/05/2018

It's a beautiful day here!

Looks like there are still freezing temperatures in the forecast, so remember to bring your own water when you visit the...
04/03/2018

Looks like there are still freezing temperatures in the forecast, so remember to bring your own water when you visit the dog park. Once the last threat of freezing weather passes, the water will be turned back on. Fingers crossed that the weather starts to warm up soon!!!

Who else came out to enjoy the beautiful weather this weekend?
03/19/2018

Who else came out to enjoy the beautiful weather this weekend?

03/09/2018
Tomorrow (Saturday, March 10) will be the perfect day to head out to the park with your fur babies! See you there! Don't...
03/09/2018

Tomorrow (Saturday, March 10) will be the perfect day to head out to the park with your fur babies! See you there! Don't forget to bring your own water.

The ground is still a little wet (so don't wear flip flops like I did 😑), but the weather is gorgeous!!!
02/20/2018

The ground is still a little wet (so don't wear flip flops like I did 😑), but the weather is gorgeous!!!

It's a beautiful day in the neighborhood! ☀️ Perfect dog park weather. Don't forget to BYOW (bring your own water) becau...
02/20/2018

It's a beautiful day in the neighborhood! ☀️ Perfect dog park weather.

Don't forget to BYOW (bring your own water) because the water fountains are shut off until the last freeze. See you out there!

02/19/2018

Howdy friends! A group member located in Glenwood is seeking a regular dog walker (1-2 afternoons per week) and in-home dogsitting for business trips (up to 2 weeks at a time). Please reply if you’re interested. Thanks!

08/13/2017
let's play!
03/10/2016

let's play!

03/10/2016

It's the most beautiful day of the year so far and my dogs have spring fever! Who's been playing at the dogpark this week?

07/20/2015

Still seeking an administrator for the Friends of Columbia Dog Park page! Current administrator is moving away from Columbia, and we are looking for one or several folks who are interested in keeping the page up to date. Reply to this post if you're interested!

Address

5901 Rivendell Lane
Columbia, MD
21044

Opening Hours

Monday 7am - 5:30pm
Tuesday 7am - 5:30pm
Wednesday 7am - 5:30pm
Thursday 7am - 5:30pm
Friday 7am - 5:30pm
Saturday 7am - 5:30pm
Sunday 7am - 5:30pm

Telephone

+14107153000

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The park, owned and operated by Columbia Association (CA), consists of 2.7 acres and provides the venue and opportunity for dogs to get vital exercise and socialization. The area is divided into two separate fenced areas for small and large dogs.


  • Small dog area: A 0.7-acre area for dogs weighing less than 25 pounds

  • Large dog area: Two acres designed for dogs weighing more than 25 pounds

    • Each area is equipped with benches, a watering station for dogs and multiple waste-disposal locations, each with a supply of pet waste bags.