Southbury Dog Park is a 14-acre, volunteer-supported off-leash park at 236 Roxbury Road in Southbury, Connecticut. The park includes a large open field, a fully fenced small-dog area, two wooded trails, tables, benches and access to the Pomperaug River. It is open year-round from dawn to dusk and welcomes visitors from outside Southbury.
Plan your visit
- Address: 236 Roxbury Road, Southbury, CT 06488.
- Hours: Dawn to dusk every day, year-round.
- Off-leash area: The main field and trails are off leash, but the full park is not enclosed by fencing. Natural barriers include woods, brush and the river.
- Small dogs: A separate small-dog area is fully fenced.
- Water: Dogs can reach the Pomperaug River from the North and South trails. There is no confirmed drinking-water fountain, so bring fresh water and a bowl.
- Parking: The main lot is near the entrance. A second lot is reached by the access road; three posted spaces there are reserved for vehicles with accessible-parking privileges.
- Membership: Use is free for visitors who follow the rules. Donations support the volunteer-run park.
Find the dog park entrance
Look for the O&G Industries entrance at 236 Roxbury Road and turn onto the quarry access road. The dog park entrance and main parking lot are a short distance inside the property. Obey the posted no-parking signs because quarry trucks use the access road. If the main lot is full, continue past it and take the road to the right toward the rear lot shown on the official map.
What park visitors say
Visitors frequently praise the unusually large field, wooded trails, shade and river access. Recent reviews also mention the friendly atmosphere, seating and room for dogs to spread out. The parking lot can become busy on weekends, so an earlier visit may be easier.
Several visitors stress that the main area is not completely fenced and that dogs need reliable recall. River depth and current can change after rain, and the water is not a drinking-water supply. Check conditions before allowing a dog to enter, especially if the dog is small or not a strong swimmer.
Rules before you enter
Leash dogs while entering and leaving, keep them under control and never leave them unattended. Pick up waste and fill holes your dog digs. Children must remain closely supervised.
Aggressive dogs, retractable leashes, dogs in heat, dogs younger than four months, dogs with fleas or contagious conditions, and unlicensed or unvaccinated dogs are not allowed. Dogs must wear current tags. Check the Southbury Dog Park website and posted signs for current notices before visiting.
Before you go
Bring drinking water, waste bags and a standard leash. Lock your vehicle and keep valuables out of sight, as the park organization has posted a vehicle-security reminder. Choose the fully fenced area if your dog is likely to wander, and avoid river access when water conditions look unsafe.