Louisville Waterfront Park
131 River Rd, Louisville, KY 40202
85 acres
Downtown Louisville's 85-acre Waterfront Park hugs the Ohio River with open lawns. Leashed dogs cross the Big Four Walking Bridge amid shade, water, benches, parking, restrooms, and trash cans. Bridge elevation requires secure leashes.
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- Park
- Louisville Waterfront Park
- Type
- Metropark
- Location
- Louisville, Kentucky
- Coordinates
- 38.2589, -85.7458
- Size
- 85 acres
- Leash required
- Yes
- Best for
- Hot-weather visits
- Visitor rating
- 4.7 / 5 (4,210 reviews)
- Vibe Score™
- 7.1 / 10 — Great vibes
- Last verified
- May 2026 — Dog Parks Hub directory
Amenities
- Shade:Yes
- Water on-site:Yes
- Fenced:No
- Off-leash zone:No
- Small-dog area:No
- Benches:Yes
- Restrooms:Yes
- Parking:Yes
- Waste bags:No
- Indoor:No
- · ★ 4.7 from 4,210 reviewers
- · Water on-site
- · Real shade
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Dog policy
85-acre downtown Ohio riverfront park. Leashed dogs welcome on Big Four Walking Bridge.
What this park has
- Shade
- Water fountains
- Benches
- Parking
- Restrooms
- Trash cans
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