Oakland Bark, listed by the City of Oakland Park as Bark Park, is an unstaffed fenced dog park at 971 NW 38 Street. The park has separate large- and small-dog areas, agility structures, a dog-wash area, shelters, restrooms and a 30-vehicle parking lot.
Plan your visit
- Address: 971 NW 38 Street, Oakland Park, FL 33334.
- Hours: 7:30 a.m. to dusk daily, except Wednesday when the park opens at noon and closes at dusk.
- Play areas: Large and small dogs have separate fenced enclosures. Use the side that matches your dog and check the gate before removing the leash.
- Exercise: The City lists structures for exercise and agility training.
- Water and cleanup: A dog-wash area and fire hydrant are official features. Visitors also report bowls, hoses, small plastic pools and waste-bag stations, but availability can change.
- Comfort: Shelters and restrooms are listed by the City. Park goers consistently mention shade and benches.
- Parking: The official facility page lists parking for 30 vehicles.
Find the dog park entrance
Approach the park from NW 38 Street and use the dedicated lot at the City-listed address. The small- and large-dog entrances are on different sides of the park, so follow the enclosure signs after parking. Keep your dog leashed until you are through the correct gate.
Open directions to Oakland Bark.
Agility, wash area and shade
Agility structures give active dogs another way to play, while the shelters and mature trees create shaded breaks for handlers. The dog-wash area can help with muddy paws after wet weather. Bring drinking water and a bowl in case a hose, fountain or shared bowl is unavailable.
What park goers say
Park goers frequently praise the spacious separate dog areas, abundant shade, seating, agility equipment, water access and friendly mix of dogs and handlers. The paved route through the park is also popular with people who prefer to walk while their dogs play.
Some visitors report expanding dirt patches and mud after rain, especially in heavily used areas. Others mention traffic noise from the nearby highway. Check the group at the gate, supervise continuously and bring a towel when the ground is wet.
Rules before you enter
The City notes that Oakland Bark is unstaffed and that park rules apply. Use the appropriate dog-size enclosure, stay with your dog, clean up waste and keep a leash available. Keep your dog leashed outside the fenced areas and while entering or leaving.
Read the posted rules at the entrance before play. Do not bring a sick, aggressive or uncontrolled dog into the group, and leave if play becomes unsafe. Report damaged fencing, gates, wash equipment or other facility problems to Oakland Park Parks and Leisure Services.
Before you go
Check the official Oakland Park Bark Park page for current hours, features and contact information. For additional visitor context, compare the current park-goer review summary with the official information.
Last researched September 1, 2026. Dusk times, water service, surfaces and temporary closures can change.