The Ultimate List: Rhode Island’s Best Dog Parks

1. South Kingstown Dog Park (Wakefield)

2. Pawtucket Dog Park at Slater Memorial Park (Pawtucket)

3. Dexter Dog Park (Providence)

  • Smaller but friendly fenced run with separate sections for size classes

  • Lots of parking, shade, and neighboring services make it convenient RI Home Store

4. Gano Street Dog Park (Providence)

  • Scenic location along Seekonk River, divided into large/small dog areas

  • Great for water views and nearby walking trails RI Home Store

5. Barrington Dog Park at Haines Park (Barrington)

6. Bell Street Dog Park (Providence)

7. Charlestown Dog Park (Ninigret Park, Charlestown)

8. Warwick City Dog Park (Warwick)

9. Waterman Street Dog Park (Providence East Side)

10. Raymond F. Jones Memorial Dog Park (Tiverton)

  • Divided into sections for small/senior dogs, large/high‑energy dogs, and private training zone

  • Shaded trees, agility obstacles, and well-defined-entry design bringfido.com


Honorable Mention: Wagging Woods (Cranston)

A forest-themed park offering longer trails, wooded terrain, and nature-based play. Not a typical fenced enclosure, but ideal for active pups who love exploration. Participatory cleanup and community events make this a sustainable, fly-under‑the‑radar spot Off Leash Blog.