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Ponca State Park
88090 Spur 26 E, Ponca, NE 68770
State park🪢 Leash required
⭐ 4.7
1,240 reviews
From bluffs above the Missouri River in Ponca State Park, leashed dogs hike the trails. Shade, water, and parking are on site. Secure leashes on elevated paths.
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- Park
- Ponca State Park
- Type
- State park
- Location
- Ponca, Nebraska
- Coordinates
- 42.6092, -96.7128
- Leash required
- Yes
- Best for
- Hot-weather visits
- Visitor rating
- 4.7 / 5 (1,240 reviews)
- Vibe Score™
- 5.9 / 10 — Decent
- 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:No
- Restrooms:No
- Parking:Yes
- Waste bags:No
- Indoor:No
Dog Parks Hub Vibe Score™
5.9/ 10
Decent
- · ★ 4.7 from 1,240 reviewers
- · Water on-site
- · Real shade
- · State Park destination
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Dog policy
Bluffs above the Missouri River. Dogs welcome on leash on trails.
What this park has
- Shade
- Water fountains
- Parking
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