Outdoors NearbyMcLaren Park Dog Play Area
McLaren Park Dog Play Area is a dog park in John McLaren Park in San Francisco, CA. The park also has a playground, basketball courts, pickleball courts, tennis courts, a soccer field, a baseball or softball field and restrooms. You will also find a drinking fountain, 60 picnic tables and grills here.
| Location | John McLaren Park San Francisco, CA Directions |
|---|---|
| Amenities | Drinking fountains (7), Picnic tables (60), Grills (4) |
| Play equipment | slide, swings, play structure, climbing frame |
| Also in the park | Playground, Basketball, Pickleball, Tennis, Soccer field, Ball field, Restrooms |
Details from OpenStreetMap. Check the posted rules when you arrive; they can change. If you spot a mistake, use the suggestion form.
What San Francisco requires at off-leash areas
| Hours | Open daily within posted park hours; pro dog walkers only 9am-4pm |
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| License or permit | All dogs must be licensed |
| Vaccinations | All dogs must be vaccinated |
| Limits | Max 3 dogs per owner; pro walkers max 6 off leash; no dogs under 4 months; no females in heat |
Source: sfrecpark.org, the official site for San Francisco. The city updates these from time to time; signs at the park are the latest word.
Dog park gear
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Frequently asked questions
Where is McLaren Park Dog Play Area?
Inside John McLaren Park, San Francisco, CA. Directions above take you straight to the entrance area.
Is McLaren Park Dog Play Area fenced?
No fence is recorded for McLaren Park Dog Play Area. That may just mean nobody has added it yet.
Is there drinking water at McLaren Park Dog Play Area?
Yes, 7 drinking fountains are mapped in John McLaren Park. If it is out of order, the nearest store is usually the backup.
Are there restrooms at McLaren Park Dog Play Area?
Yes, John McLaren Park has public restrooms on the map.
What other dog parks are near McLaren Park Dog Play Area?
Off-leash Dog Area (1 mi), Saint Mary's Park Dog Park (1 mi) and Mission Hills Park Dog Park (1 mi).