The city's first off-leash dog park, opened August 2017: a 17,400-sq-ft double-gated, fenced lot within Vernon Hill Park with separate sections for small and large dogs, next to the Dennis F. Shine Memorial Swimming Pool.
What to expect
Off-Leash Dog Play
Allowed
Managed by
Worcester Parks, Recreation & Cemetery Division
508-799-1190 · WebsiteCommon questions
Is there a small-dog area?
Yes, Vernon Hill Dog Park has divided sections for small and large dogs.
Is Vernon Hill Dog Park fenced?
Yes.
Is there an entry fee at Vernon Hill Dog Park?
No, entry is free.
What rules should I know at Vernon Hill Dog Park?
Dogs under 6 months old not permitted; more than 2 dogs per adult not permitted; unlicensed or unvaccinated dogs not permitted.