Hardy Dog Park

482 Hardy St, Oakland, CA 94618

3.5

10 reviews

Dog Park Features

Surface Type

🏖️sand

Park Size

large

Fencing

Fully Fenced

Off-Leash Area

Available

Indoor Space

Outdoor Only

Water Fountain

Available

Overview

Hardy Dog Park is a roomy, fully fenced dog run tucked under the freeway in Rockridge, where city dogs can romp off-leash in any weather while owners relax on benches nearby. Regulars love the constant supply of balls, poop bags, and water that keeps play sessions going strong.

Details

Set beneath the overpasses on Hardy Street, this covered dog park stays dry even in a downpour, making it a go-to rainy-day spot for Oakland and Berkeley pups. The large, securely fenced enclosure gives fast runners plenty of room to sprint, mingle, and chase the seemingly endless stash of tennis balls. Owners mention a friendly, conscientious crowd, with volunteers helping keep the area tidy and clean public restrooms just outside the gate. Expect a mostly hard-packed sand and asphalt surface, some freeway noise, and easy access to nearby playgrounds, grassy picnic spots, and a drinking fountain in adjacent Frog Park.

♿️ Accessibility

Wheelchair accessible entrance

🎯 Additional Amenities

Public restroom

📞 Contact Information

Address: 482 Hardy St, Oakland, CA 94618
Plus Code: RPRR+XW Oakland, California

📍 Location

Popular Times

💡 Pro Tip: Quietest Time to Visit

The park is typically least busy on Tuesday mornings.

Sunday

6am12pm6pm

Monday

6am12pm6pm

Tuesday

6am12pm6pm

Wednesday

6am12pm6pm

Thursday

6am12pm6pm

Friday

6am12pm6pm

Saturday

6am12pm6pm

🐕 Nearby Dog Parks

Rockridge-Temescal Greenbelt

Oakland, CA

Threading along Temescal Creek with redwoods and butterfly gardens, Rockridge-Temescal Greenbelt gives leashed dogs a shady, scenic strip to stroll right in the middle of Oakland. Families often mix playground time with relaxed dog walks between the trees and picnic spots.

< 0.1 miles

Frog Park

Oakland, CA

Tucked into the Rockridge–Temescal Greenbelt, Frog Park pairs a lively neighborhood playground with a small, fenced dog area where pups can mingle while families relax nearby. It’s an easy stop for dog owners who want a quick off‑leash break without leaving the heart of Oakland.

< 0.1 miles

Colby Park

Oakland, CA

Colby Park is a tiny, grassy neighborhood pocket that’s more of a peaceful pass-through stop with your leashed dog than a true romping spot. Expect a calm, kid-focused playground scene rather than an off‑leash dog hangout.

0.4 miles

Distances shown are from Hardy Dog Park