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Save your $20 and walk outside the fence It's all off leash
One of the trails in the larger area towards the back.
My dogs, smiling after having a grand time running around!
There were plenty of benches all throughout the park & all of them had full jugs of water and dishes nearby! Very convenient
This park provides their own (fancy) poop bags that are biodegradable, dispersed throughout the whole park & have special disposal containers to drop them down into!
Large Dog Area
From the parking area walk down the fence to the left an around back...trails everywhere for acres
Save your $20 and walk outside the fence It's all off leash
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One of the trails in the larger area towards the back.
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My dogs, smiling after having a grand time running around!
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There were plenty of benches all throughout the park & all of them had full jugs of water and dishes nearby! Very convenient
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This park provides their own (fancy) poop bags that are biodegradable, dispersed throughout the whole park & have special disposal containers to drop them down into!
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Large Dog Area
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From the parking area walk down the fence to the left an around back...trails everywhere for acres
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Raccoon River Dog Park

Raccoon River Dog Park is a 12-acre, fenced dog park where registered pups are welcome to get some off-leash exercise in West Des Moines, IA. The park includes separate areas for large and small dogs, and a permit is required in advance for entry. Check out the Parks & Recreation website for more information. Visit Website

Or call (515) 222-3444 or email ParkRec@wdm.iowa.gov for more information.

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Raccoon River Dog Park is rated 3.7 bones out of 5 by 15 canine critics on BringFido.

Visitors highly praise Raccoon River Dog Park for its spaciousness, clean facilities, and ample room for dogs to play and explore, with many highlighting its extensive trails and separate areas for different dog sizes. Some reviewers caution about occasional aggressive dogs and the need to obtain a pass in advance, which can be challenging during weekends.

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