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Elmer Thomas Park
501 NW Ferris Ave, Lawton, OK 73507
Metropark🪢 Leash required
280 acres
⭐ 4.4
820 reviews
Lawton's Elmer Thomas Park features a lake and winding walking paths. Leashed dogs access shade, water, parking, restrooms, and trash cans amid playgrounds. Keep leashes short near families.
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- Park
- Elmer Thomas Park
- Type
- Metropark
- Location
- Lawton, Oklahoma
- Coordinates
- 34.6094, -98.3956
- Size
- 280 acres
- Leash required
- Yes
- Best for
- Hot-weather visits
- Visitor rating
- 4.4 / 5 (820 reviews)
- Vibe Score™
- 6.9 / 10 — Solid
- 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:Yes
- Parking:Yes
- Waste bags:No
- Indoor:No
Dog Parks Hub Vibe Score™
6.9/ 10
Solid
- · Water on-site
- · Real shade
- · 280 acres of room
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Dog policy
Lawton's signature park with lake, walking paths, and playgrounds. Leashed dogs welcome.
What this park has
- Shade
- Water fountains
- Parking
- Restrooms
- Trash cans
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