Dog Parks

The Norwalk Dog Park is located inside City Park near the library in Norwalk, Iowa. It is a free, fenced public space featuring separate play areas for large and small dogs, plus water fountains.

Riverwalk Dog Park at 1111 Illinois Street in Des Moines pairs a river-breeze setting with EV chargers in the parking lot—modern infrastructure most dog parks in the metro don’t have yet. The large lot has water and waste stations, a great agility course, and handicap-accessible features.

Ewing Dog Park is an 8.5-acre off-leash dog facility located at 4660 Indianola Ave in Des Moines, Iowa. It features separate fenced areas for large dogs and small dogs (20 lbs or less), a shaded open-air shelter, and water fountains seasonally.

Pawtocka Dog Park is a popular off-leash facility located at 521 Pleasant St NE, Bondurant, Iowa 50035. Sprawling over approximately an acre next to Lake Petocka, this park requires no fees or permits to enter.

Ankeny Dog Park is a fully fenced, 7.5-acre off-leash facility located at 1155 SW Ankeny Road in Ankeny, Iowa. It features separate areas for large and small dogs, walking trails, open green space, and a half-acre pond for dogs that love to swim.