Independence Dam State Park
27722 State Route 424, Defiance, OH 43512
591 acres · 3 miles of trails
Independence Dam State Park near Defiance features shaded trails along the Maumee River where leashed dogs follow the old canal towpath. Benches, water, parking, restrooms, and trash cans are on site. Bring bug spray for river edges.
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- Park
- Independence Dam State Park
- Type
- State park
- Location
- Defiance, Ohio
- Coordinates
- 41.3195, -84.2238
- Size
- 591 acres
- Trail miles
- 3
- Leash required
- Yes
- Best for
- Hot-weather visits
- Visitor rating
- 4.5 / 5 (400 reviews)
- Vibe Score™
- 7.7 / 10 — Great vibes
- Last verified
- June 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
- · Water on-site
- · Real shade
- · 591 acres of room
- · State Park destination
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Dog policy
Leashed dogs are welcome on trails that follow the former Miami and Erie Canal towpath along the Maumee River.
What this park has
- Shade
- Water fountains
- Benches
- Parking
- Restrooms
- Trash cans
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