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Hills & Dales MetroPark
2606 Rahn Rd, Kettering, OH 45440
Metropark🪢 Leash required
5 miles of trails
⭐ 4.7
980 reviews
In Kettering's Hills & Dales MetroPark, Ohio, leashed dogs traverse shaded paths with water access and benches. Dog bags, parking, restrooms, and trash cans aid comfort. Avoid Aullwood Garden section.
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- Park
- Hills & Dales MetroPark
- Type
- Metropark
- Location
- Kettering, Ohio
- Coordinates
- 39.6917, -84.1336
- Trail miles
- 5
- Leash required
- Yes
- Best for
- Hikers, Hot-weather visits
- Visitor rating
- 4.7 / 5 (980 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:Yes
- Indoor:No
Dog Parks Hub Vibe Score™
7.1/ 10
Great vibes
- · ★ 4.7 from 980 reviewers
- · Water on-site
- · Real shade
- · 5 miles of trail
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Dog policy
Leashed dogs welcome on all Five Rivers MetroParks trails (except Aullwood Garden).
What this park has
- Shade
- Water fountains
- Benches
- Dog waste bags
- Parking
- Restrooms
- Trash cans
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