Vancouver, WA · Clark County · Updated October 2026

Dog Parks in Vancouver, WA & Clark County

Every public off-leash dog park in Vancouver and Clark County, side by side. See which ones have a small-dog area, water, shade, trails or a restroom before you load up the car.

4public off-leash parks
27.5fenced acres in all
3with a small-dog area
7 am–duskhours at every park

Compare the parks

Tap a filter to show only the parks that have it. "Not listed" means the park's operator doesn't say, and we're checking in person.

ParkAreaAcresSmall dogsWaterShadeRestroomTerrain
Ike MemorialHazel Dell / Minnehaha10YesYesYesNot listedHilly
Dakota MemorialEast Vancouver8YesYesYesYesFlat
Lucky MemorialBrush Prairie7.5YesYesNot listedNot listedFlat
Kane MemorialHockinson2Not listedNoYesNot listedRustic, wooded

Best dog park for…

Big runnersIke Memorial10 acres and steep, tree-lined hills. The biggest park in the county.Small or shy dogsDakota MemorialIts own small-dog area, plus water and a restroom for you.A longer walkLucky MemorialA gate leads into the Lauretta Noreen Forest Preserve (leash on there).A quick visitKane MemorialA small, shady 2-acre park in Hockinson.

The 4 off-leash parks

10fenced acresHazel Dell / Minnehaha

Ike Memorial Dog Park

Also called Ross Dog Park
Small-dog area: YesWater: Dog fountain (seasonal)Shade: YesRestroom: Not listed

The biggest off-leash park in Clark County. A 0.71-mile gravel and dirt loop climbs steep hills around open fields, which makes it a good workout for you too. It sits next to the BPA Ross Substation.

Small dogs
Separate area with its own gate
Trail
0.71-mile gravel and dirt loop, steep in spots
Water
Dog drinking fountain, seasonal. Bring your own water.
Seating
Benches
Run by
DOGPAW volunteers and donations

Wear shoes with grip. The hills get slick after rain.

DirectionsFull guide to Ike Memorial5117 NE 15th Ave, Vancouver, WA 98663Open 7 am–dusk · Info checked October 2026
8fenced acresEast Vancouver

Dakota Memorial Dog Park

Inside Pacific Community Park
Small-dog area: YesWater: Dogs and people (seasonal)Shade: YesRestroom: Yes

The most complete park of the four. Flat open fields, half a mile of gravel trail, shade, benches, water for dogs and people, and a restroom. There's even a dog rinse-off station.

Entrances
On NE 164th Ave and NE 172nd Ave, at NE 18th St
Small dogs
Separate small-dog area
Trail
About 0.5 mile of gravel
Water
Fountains for dogs and people, seasonal
Restroom
Yes, near the 164th Ave entrance
Extras
Dog rinse-off area behind the restroom

Muddy dog? Use the rinse-off area behind the restroom, outside the park by the 164th Ave entrance.

DirectionsFull guide to Dakota Memorial1515 NE 164th Ave, Vancouver, WA 98684Open 7 am–dusk · Info checked October 2026
7.5fenced acresBrush Prairie

Lucky Minkler Memorial Dog Park

Next to the 4-H / CASEE center
Small-dog area: YesWater: Spigot for dogs (seasonal)Shade: Not listedRestroom: Not listed

Flat, open ground with a half-mile trail. Its southwest gate opens into the Lauretta Noreen Forest Preserve, so you can add a leashed forest walk to your visit.

Small dogs
Separate area with its own entrance
Trail
About 0.5 mile, plus the forest preserve next door
Water
Seasonal spigot. Safe for dogs, not for people.
Seating
Benches
Heads up
Leash up in the preserve. Don't use the private road beside the park.

Bring water for yourself. The spigot isn't drinkable for people.

DirectionsFull guide to Lucky Memorial10100 NE 149th St, Brush Prairie, WA 98606Open 7 am–dusk · Info checked October 2026
2fenced acresHockinson

Kane Memorial Dog Park

Inside Hockinson Meadows Community Park
Small-dog area: Not listedWater: Only at the playground, outside the parkShade: YesRestroom: Not listed

A small, rustic park with forested spots and a one-fifth-mile dirt trail. It's quieter than the bigger parks and good for a short visit.

Getting in
Walk past the playground on the 0.2-mile paved path. Leash required on the path.
Trail
1/5-mile dirt trail through open and forested ground
Water
Fountains near the playground, outside the dog park
Seating
A bench along the path in

Fill a water bottle at the playground fountains before you walk in.

DirectionsFull guide to Kane Memorial10910 NE 172nd Ave, Vancouver, WA 98682Open 7 am–dusk · Info checked October 2026

Nearby towns and what's coming

Camas · Washougal

Is there a dog park in Camas or Washougal?

Not a public one right now. Washougal's only off-leash area, the Stevenson Off-Leash Area on Addy Street, closed in 2017. The closest public option is Dakota Memorial in east Vancouver.

Dog parks near Camas & Washougal

Coming soon

A new park at NE 192nd Ave

Clark County agreed to let DOGPAW build a dog park on a 10.8-acre county parcel at NE 192nd Avenue and NE 9th Street. It will have fencing and a double-gated entry. There's no opening date yet.

Before you go

What your dog needs

  • A Clark County dog license. Fines start at $100.
  • Rabies, distemper and parvo shots.
  • Spayed or neutered if older than one year.
  • A leash between the car and the gate, even when the lot is right next to it.

Park rules

  • Open 7 am to dusk.
  • No eating, smoking or alcohol inside the parks.
  • Don't wait around the gate. Dogs get territorial there.
  • Kids are welcome, but stay close to them. It's a dog park, not a playground.
  • Pick up after your dog. It's the law in every county park.

Common questions

How many off-leash dog parks are in Vancouver, WA?

Clark County has four public off-leash dog parks: Ike Memorial (Hazel Dell), Dakota Memorial (east Vancouver), Lucky Memorial (Brush Prairie) and Kane Memorial (Hockinson). All four are fenced and run by the volunteer nonprofit DOGPAW. Dogs can't be off leash in any other county park.

What is the biggest dog park in Vancouver, WA?

Ike Memorial Dog Park, also called Ross Dog Park, at about 10 acres. It's also the hilliest, with a 0.71-mile loop trail.

Which Vancouver dog parks have a small-dog area?

Ike Memorial, Dakota Memorial and Lucky Memorial each have a separate fenced area for small or shy dogs. Kane Memorial's operator doesn't list one.

Which dog park has a restroom?

Dakota Memorial, inside Pacific Community Park, has a restroom near the NE 164th Ave entrance, plus water fountains for people and a dog rinse-off area.

What are the dog park hours?

All four parks are open from 7 am to dusk.

Is there a dog park in Camas or Washougal?

Not a public one right now. Washougal's off-leash area on Addy Street closed in 2017. The closest public option is Dakota Memorial in east Vancouver.

Is there a new dog park coming to Clark County?

Yes. The county agreed to let DOGPAW build a dog park on a 10.8-acre parcel at NE 192nd Avenue and NE 9th Street. There's no opening date yet.