Phoenix Dog Park is the fenced off-leash area in the southwest corner of Phoenix Park in Fair Oaks. It has three enclosures: one for smaller dogs, one for larger dogs, and a special-needs area for dogs that are disabled, shy or need space from group play.
Plan your visit
- Address: 9050 Sunset Avenue, Fair Oaks, CA 95628.
- Hours: Dawn to dusk six days a week, with special Thursday maintenance closures.
- Thursday schedule: Closed until 5 p.m. in spring and summer; closed all day in fall and winter.
- Play areas: Separate small-dog, large-dog and special-needs enclosures.
- Comfort: The district lists two entrances, shade structures and benches.
Find the dog park entrance
Enter Phoenix Park from Sunset Avenue and continue toward the southwest corner, where the former Jim David T-ball fields were located. Use directions to the dog-park coordinates and follow park signs. Keep your dog leashed until you are inside the appropriate enclosure.
The official Phoenix Dog Park page provides current hours, weather closures and park-status alerts.
What to expect
The three-area layout gives visitors options based on dog size and comfort level. The district lists shade structures and benches, while parkgoers commonly mention grass, water hookups, seating and room to run. Turf and water conditions can vary during heat, rain and maintenance periods.
Rules and safety
Clean up after your dog, supervise continuously and leash dogs before entering and after leaving. No more than three dogs are allowed per adult. Dogs must be licensed, vaccinated and wearing current tags; dogs in heat and dogs showing aggressive behavior are prohibited.
Children under five are not allowed. Children ages five through twelve must be accompanied by adults, with one adult supervising the children and another supervising the dogs. Food, alcohol, glass and smoking are prohibited. Review the official dog-park rules before visiting.
What parkgoers say
Parkgoers often appreciate the grassy enclosures, separate areas, seating, water and welcoming regulars. Visitors also report that grass can become worn or muddy around sprinklers and water stations, and that shade varies by section and time of day.
These are individual experiences rather than guarantees of current conditions. Compare recent Phoenix Dog Park visitor reviews with district status notices and your own arrival check.
Official updates and nearby options
The district may close the park during rainy periods or for annual turf recovery. Check the official page, subscribe to its status alerts or call the park-status hotline at 916-232-8322 before traveling when weather or maintenance may affect access.
For another option, browse our California dog park directory and compare hours, surfaces and enclosure layouts.