Westminster has three off-leash areas that are great amenities for dog owners. The popularity of these makes it mandatory that all users follow the rules and regulations. Off-leash areas provide exercise, socialization, and interaction opportunities for both dogs and people. The success of these depend on all users being responsible for the actions of both their dogs and themselves.
Locations:
Little Dry Creek Dog Park, located at 69th Avenue and Lowell Boulevard
Big Dry Creek Dog Park located at 128th Avenue between Federal Parkway and Huron Street
Westminster Hills Open Space Off-Leash Area, parking lots located at 10499 Simms St. and 11610 W. 100th Ave.
Rules and Regulations
- It is important that dogs are under voice command at all times. If you bring young children to the park, please be aware of the jumping, bounding nature of off-leash dogs.
- The owner assumes the legal responsibility for any damage, disease or injury to persons, other dogs or property caused by his/her dog.
- The site is open from sunrise to sunset, seven days a week.
- All dogs owned by residents of Westminster are required by law to be licensed.
- Dogs must be leashed when entering or leaving the off-leash area, and owners must have a visible leash at all times. Strictly enforced $120 fine for violation
- Dogs are not allowed to chase or harass wildlife or other dogs.
- Owners may not leave their dogs unattended.
- Animals must be spayed or neutered.
- Owners must remove dog’s waste. Strictly enforced $130 fine for violation
The following dogs are NOT allowed in the off-leash area:
- Aggressive dogs
- Female dogs in heat
- Dogs without current vaccination tag attached to collar worn by the dog
- Dogs too young to vaccinate against rabies
- Dogs known to be ill or exhibiting signs of illness
- Dogs not under voice command