Copeland Dog Park — Attraction in Mesquite

I'll get the nitpicking out of the way first since there's not much worth complaining about. There's been an underground water leak from day one in the large dog part that creates a muddy area about 30 feet wide and probably related to the water fountains not usually working. No problem, the small dog part has working fountains, so just bring a bowl, and there is a hose to shower off dog feet. They have an excellent human bathroom. For those keeping score, the best, consistently clean public bathrooms are 1. Buckies 2. Copeland Dog Park 3. The Omni. They have evening spotlights. The fences are secure, so you won't have to worry about your dog finding a half dug escape route hole that they can finish the job and go exploring the forest. Although there is a gate at the far right end of the large dog park that mowers use to get in and they left it open once, and mine and another dog discovered this. It only happened once, but I always check when I first get there. Shaded seating for about 6 people, unshaded for another couple dozen. Ample parking, gravel, no potholes. There are several different kinds of obstacles, tunnels, ramps, stones, trees, and one fire hydrant. My dog uses none of these and just instead runs 45mph in a wide circle. Whatever make them happy. The small dog park is similar but has no water leak and less acreage. I've been to White Rock Dog Park, North Dallas on Hillcrest, one by the Allen mall and a couple of others I can't recall. In August I drove by the other mesquite dog park west of 635, saw that there was no shade to defend against 107F, not many trees in or outside the park to help block the wind in January, I never got out of the car. Didn't see if they had bathrooms, but even if they did, I doubt they would have been CQ -...

Copeland Dog Park is great and all, but the real reason I love it?

It’s right next to Keystone Church!

Keystone is a game-changer. From the moment you walk in, you feel like you’re part of a community that truly cares. The people here are genuinely kind, welcoming, and passionate about making a difference. It’s not just about Sunday services; it’s about building real connections and living out faith in everyday life. The messages are uplifting, relatable, and always hit home. If you’re looking for a church where you feel like family and where love and service to the community are at the core, Keystone is the place to be. Can’t recommend it enough!

The church is...

Not the average fenced dog run- very large. Benches, shade, and watering stations on both small and large dog sides (although large dog watering station wasn’t operational the day I went, there were large bowls to bring water from the small side). There were some bald spots in the grass that the rain turned into a large mud slog, but the dog wash station next to the restrooms easily handled muddy paws, 2 spigots- one of which worked. 5 stars for have a large public space where my dog got to play with other dogs. Where I live, this is the a high quality and closest option, and with the facilities available, she had a great time without muddying the car. We’ll...