Thornberry Off-Leash Dog Park
2400 Foster Rd, Iowa City, IA 52245
16 acres
Spanning 16 acres in Iowa City, Iowa, Thornberry Off-Leash Dog Park offers dogs trails and a pond amid fenced freedom. Highlights include shade, water, benches, dog bags, parking, a small dog area, and trash cans. Wear sturdy shoes for the trails.
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- Park
- Thornberry Off-Leash Dog Park
- Type
- Dog park
- Location
- Iowa City, Iowa
- Coordinates
- 41.6892, -91.5436
- Size
- 16 acres
- 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™
- 8.0 / 10 — Exceptional
- Last verified
- May 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
Iowa City's largest off-leash dog park — 16 acres with pond and trails.
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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