Dog Parks

Raccoon River Dog Park

Raccoon River Dog Park is a scenic 12-acre fenced playground located within West Des Moines' premier 630-acre regional park. This permit-only facility offers separate large and small dog sections alongside forested areas, making it easy to pair your pet's playtime with lakeside recreation.

Park Details

Shade | Water | Parking | Fenced | Off-Leash

Address

2500 Grand Ave, West Des Moines, IA 50265

Phone

Website

https://wdm.iowa.gov

Hours

6:30 AM to dusk

Fee / Permit

Annual permit — $20 residents / $45 nonresidents; day pass $5

Size

10 acres, separate fenced large/small dog areas plus wooded trail sections

Amenities

Located inside the much larger Raccoon River Park (beach, boat rentals, trails).

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