Gardiner Dog Park

Established in 2019, the Gardiner Dog Park was the passion project of local dog-loving residents. During the Gardiner Heart & Soul planning process from 2011-2013 these community members voiced a clear desire for a safe, worry-free space where their dogs could run and play freely.

The City of Gardiner graciously provided the property, which sits nestled between Water Street and the Cobbossee Stream. Funding to establish the dog park was organized by Gardiner Main Street and community members, raised through generous donations and proceeds from Barks in the Park festival events over several years.

The park features a secure, fully fenced area with a double-gated entrance. Parking is conveniently available directly off the main road.

Follow the path down the hill, and the space opens up, providing ample room for epic canine fun!

Since the park is built and maintained by community volunteers, we kindly ask that you follow a strict carry in, carry out policy.

Thank you for helping us keep the park pristine by removing all trash and pet waste.

For more park updates, news and events, don’t forget to follow the volunteer-run Gardiner Dog Park facebook page!

Gardiner Dog Park Rules & Regulations

All dogs must be legally licensed and have a current rabies vaccination.
All dogs must be leashed upon entering and leaving the off-leash dog areas.
Dogs in heat or younger than 4 months are not allowed in the park.
Dogs must be removed at first sign of aggression to other dogs or humans.
The owner or custodian of the dog must remain in the dog area with the dog.
Dog feces must be cleaned up by the dog owner or custodian.
Holes dug by dogs must be filled by the dog owner or custodian.
No pronged training collars or choke chains allowed.
No glass containers or food of any kind are permitted in the park.
Dog handlers must be at least 16 years of age or older.
Children under the age of 10 years old are not permitted in fenced area for safety reasons without adult supervision.
The dog park is closed when Park’s Department Personnel are conducting maintenance. The park must be vacated during park maintenance.
The park is open from 7:00am to 8:00pm.
Violators are subject to removal and/or exclusion from the dog park.
Owners or custodians are responsible for all actions of their dogs.