Marymoor Off-Leash Dog Park — Attraction in Redmond

I cannot recommend this dog park enough. We rely on dog parks when traveling, so we've experienced a wide range of options but Marymoor sets a high mark that I'm not sure anything else will be able to top. First, the few negatives. Parking isn't difficult, but it's definitely a different beast versus other dog parks. The lot is huge and it's somewhat confusing to find given that the dog park is set within a much larger public space. It's nice not having to worry about securing a spot, but because the lot is so big and the park is so busy: it does make slightly stressful entering/exiting. The larger negative is that the park isn't fully enclosed. The exterior next to the parking has multiple entrances, always open and without gates like many dog parks. Because of the size of the park, it's an easy issue to avoid once you start walking and put space between you and the parking lot. The positives are the size, the setup and the behavior of the other dogs/people. The dog park is massive. Even when there's many more visitors than other parks, it's easy to find lots of quiet areas. The layout is incredible. There's almost mini biomes, all connected by wide, accessible dirt, mulch and gravel paths. Water area: yes; shaded areas with trees and bushes: yes; long grass and weeds areas: yes; huge open areas to run/fetch: yes. There's something for each dog's personality. The last positive is hard to guarantee, but on two separate trips we noticed everyone was consistently responsible. It might be due to the size of the park or the lack of gates, but every group seemed to have their dogs within their sight and they were actively watching or interacting with them. The size and layout seems to reinforce...

The Marymoor Off-Leash Dog Park, situated within the expansive Marymoor Park in Redmond, Washington, is a paradise for dogs and their owners alike. Covering 40 acres, it's one of the largest and most beloved off-leash areas in the region, offering an extensive network of trails, open fields, and access to the Sammamish River where dogs can splash and swim. This park provides a diverse landscape that caters to the adventurous spirit of every dog, from open spaces for running and playing fetch to shaded wooded areas for cooler explorations.

The community around Marymoor Dog Park is vibrant and welcoming, with dedicated volunteers and regulars who ensure the park remains clean and safe for all its furry visitors. Among its amenities are well-placed waste stations, water fountains for both dogs and humans, and small shaded areas with benches where owners can rest while keeping an eye on their pets. The park's layout encourages dogs to socialize and engage in healthy play, making it not just a space for physical exercise but also for behavioral enrichment.

Marymoor's off-leash dog park represents an ideal balance between natural beauty and community-focused design, making every visit a memorable experience for dogs and their human companions. It's a testament to the area's commitment to creating shared, inclusive spaces that enhance the well-being of all community members, two-legged and...

Amazing place to practice dog training with many many distractions. Awesome spots to swim and great big fields to play fetch or let your pup play with other dogs. Also, this park is massive! So even when the parking lots are full there is still a ton of space to spread out. Best dog park I've been to so far. I would like it if there were some agility course equipment, but there might be some that I just haven't come across yet since I haven't yet explored all 100 or so acres of this dog park.

Also, please learn about dog's body language before taking your dog to any park. So many dogs that are sweet and obedient are avoided because they play loudly and make some growl-like sounds while playing. I've come across these kinds of dogs and their body language is not aggressive or dominant, but because of the sounds they make other people hurry their dogs away and tell the owner of the loud dog that they should never bring that dog to the park. Then on the other hand there are SO MANY dogs that are so silent, but display extremely aggressive and/or dominant body language. These dogs instigate fights and nobody says a word.

Many dog caretakers do not understand their dog's body language. I encourage everyone, whether you have a dog or not, to learn at least the basic body language cues. If owners/caretakers did this we would all have a much more enjoyable time at the off...