A quarter-acre fenced off-leash dog park inside Dacey Community Field, shaded by mature trees with wood-chip ground cover, rock climbers, picnic tables and waste receptacles, split into large-dog and small-dog sides.
What to expect
Entry fee
Franklin charges no parking sticker at its public parks; its one swim spot, Chilson Beach at Beaver Pond, is free to residents who register for a mailed beach pass. No pass or permit required. checked Jul 24, 2026
Hours
Daylight hours only; the park is closed if the parking lot has not been plowed.
Managed by
Franklin Department of Public Works / Recreation Department
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No waste-bag dispensers
Owners are required to carry their own leash and clean up after their dog; no dispenser is mentioned in the official rules.
No drinking water
No water fountain or bowl mentioned in the official rules or facility descriptions.
Common questions
How tall is the fence and is it fully enclosed?
Yes, the park is fully fenced, with a fence reported at about 6 feet, and dogs are only let off leash after both gates are closed behind you.
The park is open during daylight hours only, and it is closed on days its parking lot has not been plowed.
Is there an entry fee at Franklin Dog Park?
Franklin charges no parking sticker at its public parks; its one swim spot, Chilson Beach at Beaver Pond, is free to residents who register for a mailed beach pass. No pass or permit required.
What rules should I know at Franklin Dog Park?
Owners must keep their dog on leash going to and from the park, only unleashing after both gates are closed, and must carry a leash and stay in verbal control at all times. No more than two dogs per handler. Dogs must be licensed, vaccinated, healthy, and wear a collar and ID tag at all times.…