Christopher Columbus Park Dog Park
4600 N Silverbell Rd, Tucson, AZ 85745
Along the Santa Cruz River in Tucson, this popular off-leash dog park includes shade, water, benches, dog bags, parking, fencing, a small dog area, and trash cans. Lake access allows swimming. Watch for river currents during rainy seasons.
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- Park
- Christopher Columbus Park Dog Park
- Type
- Dog park
- Location
- Tucson, Arizona
- Coordinates
- 32.2742, -111.0231
- Leash required
- No (off-leash allowed)
- Best for
- Small dogs, Reactive dogs (fenced), Hot-weather visits
- Visitor rating
- 4.6 / 5 (920 reviews)
- Vibe Score™
- 7.7 / 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:Yes
- Waste bags:Yes
- Indoor:No
- · Off-leash zone
- · Fully fenced
- · Water on-site
- · Real shade
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Dog policy
Tucson's most popular off-leash dog park along the Santa Cruz River. Lake access for swimming.
What this park has
- Shade
- Water fountains
- Benches
- Dog waste bags
- Parking
- Fully fenced
- Off-leash
- Small dog area
- Trash cans
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