Ward Acres Park — Attraction in City of New Rochelle

A 62 acre rectangular park that is well forested, lush in the summer, overgrown with invasive vines in places, full of unmarked trails, not well drained in many places, and like it or not heavily used by dog walkers. The dog walkers do an excellent job of cleaning up after their dogs. Inside Ward Acres is a large fenced in dog park(Paws Place), but people also walk dogs in the main park as well. If you have a fear of dogs this not your best park. The park needs a lot of tender loving care even though quite a bit has been invested in it since Noam Branson became mayor. He also made attempts limit dogs that were partly successful - I say this as one who needed to be limited. Not really a good place to run all although for me Paws Place was useful in that it so big I could run around the perimeter while my dog played with other dogs - so I could get my dog walk and my in at...

I have jogged this park a few weekends. It has a fenced off abandoned barn which is falling apart and I think looks pretty cool. Frankly the trails are too short for me. I usually head to Northern Westchester parks for longer trails.

The real headliner though is the dogs run this park, and I'm not just talking about the fenced in dog park section. I've jogged past unleashed dogs (not strays) every trip. And if you're thinking to yourself well we need an ordinance and enforcement then you are not my type of person. You need to face reality. The dogs run this park. Everyone knows it and they bring their dogs there. If you don't like dogs I suggest find...

Ward Acres Park and Dog Park is a great place to take your furry friends to run and play. The park is large and spacious, with plenty of shade and seating. 🪑

The park is generally well-maintained. The only downside is that the park can be crowded during peak times. However, if you are looking for a great place to let your dog run and play off-leash, Ward Acres Park and Dog Park is a great option. 🌳

🐕Best thing about the dog park:

The best thing about the dog park is the sense of community. There are always friendly people and dogs there, and it is a great place to socialize...