Location
716 N. First Avenue
Knightdale, NC 27545
Hours
Dawn to Dusk
Dog Park Rules
- The Town of Knightdale shall not be held responsible for any risk, injury, damages or loss associated with the use of this facility.
- Users assume all risks inherent or associated with an unattended dog park where animals roam untethered.
- Failure to abide by the park rules may result in loss of dog park privileges or being ticketed.
- Proof of a current rabies vaccination is required upon request of a police or animal control officer. Rabies tags may serve as proof.
- Puppies using the dog park must be a minimum of 4 months old.
- Dogs must be leashed when entering and exiting the dog Park.
- For the safety of your dog(s) and park visitors, choke, prong (pinch) and spike collars are strictly prohibited.
- No child under the age of 16 years old are permitted unless accompanied by an adult.
- For safety reasons, we do not recommend bringing small children or infants in the dog park.
- Aggressive dogs are not permitted on the premises. Owners must remove their dog from the park on the first sign of aggression.
- Female dogs in heat are prohibited from entering the dog park.
- Dog owners must be inside the dog park and in view of their dog.
- Dog owners must keep their leash in hand at all times.
- No climbing on rocks.
- Do not bring food of any kind to the dog park.
- Owner must clean up dog feces. Please seal (tie off) waste in provided plastic bags before disposing in designated receptacles.
- Owner must fill in any holes that their dog digs.
- Dog Sizes:
- Small dogs-25 pounds and under.
- Large dogs-26 pounds and over.
*The stand-alone water fountain at the dog park is winterized and drained each year to prevent the pipes from freezing over the winter.
Park Rules
- Pets must be kept on a leash no longer than 6 feet except in a designated dog park. Leash must be always held by the owner or competent individual. The tethering of pets to objects is not permitted.
- Pets are not permitted in any area designated for athletic use. This includes but is not limited to tennis or pickleball courts, and baseball, softball, or soccer fields.
- Pets that show signs of aggression should be removed from the property immediately.
- Clean up after your pet.
- Park only in designated areas. No parking on the roadside or grass.
- Motorized vehicles must remain on the road or in the parking lot. The use of motorized vehicles on grassy areas, sidewalks, or trails is prohibited.
- Please adhere to all rental postings.
- Geocaching is allowed, but sites must be approved by the Knightdale Parks, Recreation, and Cultural Programs Department.
- Fishing is catch and release only.
- The following are prohibited:
- Smoking
- Personal Grills
- Open fires
- Alcoholic beverages (unless a Town-Approved Event)
- Firearms (unless specifically permitted by State law)
- Hunting
- Overnight camping (permit required)
- Swimming or wading
- Boating
- Feeding of wildlife
- Collection, removal, or release of any animal, plant, or mineral material
- Amplified sound, including but not limited to music and voice amplification (unless approved by the Town)
- Fireworks (unless a Town-sponsored Event)
- Tents / Canopy (unless a Town-approved Event)
- Generators (unless approved by the Town)
- Solicitation or selling of goods or services (unless approved by the Town)
- Launching or recovering drones from Town parks or outdoor facilities (unless approved by the Town)
- Conducting a program, class, or paid instruction (unless approved by the Town)
- Inflatables, including but not limited to bounce houses, ball pits, and slides