George Ward Bark Park
1901 Green Springs Hwy S, Birmingham, AL 35205
George Ward Bark Park, Birmingham's original off-leash area since 2008, features fenced sections for small and large dogs in Birmingham, Alabama. Amenities include shade, water, benches, dog bags, and trash cans. Keep dogs up-to-date on vaccinations due to high traffic.
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- Park
- George Ward Bark Park
- Type
- Dog park
- Location
- Birmingham, Alabama
- Coordinates
- 33.4906, -86.8311
- Leash required
- No (off-leash allowed)
- Best for
- Small dogs, Reactive dogs (fenced), Hot-weather visits
- Visitor rating
- 4.5 / 5 (820 reviews)
- Vibe Score™
- 7.4 / 10 — Great vibes
- Last verified
- June 2026 — Dog Parks Hub directory
Amenities
- Shade:Yes
- Water on-site:Yes
- Fenced:Yes
- Off-leash zone:Yes
- Small-dog area:Yes
- Benches:Yes
- Restrooms:No
- Parking:No
- Waste bags:Yes
- Indoor:No
- · Off-leash zone
- · Fully fenced
- · Water on-site
- · Real shade
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Dog policy
Birmingham's first off-leash dog park (2008). Fenced with separate small/large dog areas.
What this park has
- Shade
- Water fountains
- Benches
- Dog waste bags
- Fully fenced
- Off-leash
- Small dog area
- Trash cans
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