Bark Park is a 3.35-acre fenced off-leash area on East Palo Verde Street in Yuma. The long, narrow park has a double-gated entry, benches, shaded areas, a drinking fountain, waste stations, walking paths and several agility features. Dogs of different sizes share the main play space, so handlers should watch introductions closely.
Plan your visit
- Address: 1705 E. Palo Verde Street, Yuma, AZ 85365.
- Wednesday-Monday hours: Sunrise to 11 p.m.
- Tuesday hours: 3 p.m. to 11 p.m.
- Play area: One shared off-leash area; the city does not list separate large- and small-dog sections.
- Water: The city lists a drinking fountain. Bring a bowl and backup water during hot weather or maintenance.
Find the dog park entrance
Use directions to the dog-park coordinates near East Palo Verde Street west of Pacific Avenue. Parking is limited along the dead-end street near the gate. Keep your dog leashed outside the enclosure and close both staging gates before removing the leash.
Official park map: The City of Yuma’s Bark Park inventory map (PDF) outlines the park, Palo Verde Street, nearby roads, walking path and facility features. Use it to understand the long site and confirm current access with posted signs.
What to expect
The park’s rolling terrain and long concrete loop give dogs and handlers room to move. Benches, shade, water, waste stations and a few agility elements support longer visits. Yuma heat can make the pavement and open areas unsafe, so visit near sunrise or after sunset and test the surface first.
All sizes may share the same space. Choose a quieter time if your dog is uncomfortable around larger groups, and move away from the gate before beginning play so new arrivals have room to enter.
Rules and safety
Yuma requires dogs to be healthy, social, current on vaccinations and licensed with tags on their collars. Handlers must keep control of their dogs, clean up waste and leash dogs whenever they are outside the designated off-leash area.
Inspect the gate, water station and ground when you arrive. Leave if another dog’s behavior makes the space unsafe. Review current hours and notices on the official City of Yuma Bark Park page.
What parkgoers say
Parkgoers often praise the generous space, rolling terrain, path, water, cleanliness and friendly community. Some mention limited shade, tight parking or concerns about mixed dog sizes sharing one area. Water and ground conditions can vary, especially after maintenance or heavy use.
These are individual experiences rather than guarantees of current conditions. Compare recent Bark Park visitor comments with current Yuma notices before deciding when to visit.
Official updates and nearby options
The city completed a major wall, irrigation and ground-improvement closure in 2026. Check the official facility page and entrance signs for any later maintenance or access changes before driving over.
For another option, browse our Arizona dog park directory and compare access, hours and enclosure layouts.