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Dog run · Kew Gardens & Forest Hills, Queens

Forest Park Overlook Dog Park (The Barking Lot)

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About the dog run

  • Fenced, with room for dogs to run off leash
  • Size: about 43,000 sq ft
  • Surface: natural surface
  • Open during park hours
  • Run by NYC Parks

Rules

NYC Parks dog runs are fenced areas where dogs can run off leash during park hours. Everywhere else in the park your dog must be on a leash no longer than six feet, except in designated off-leash areas before 9 a.m. and after 9 p.m. Carry proof of your dog's license and rabies vaccination, pick up after your dog, and keep it out of playgrounds, ball fields and fountains. (NYC Parks)

Rules and hours can change, and runs sometimes close for repairs. Check the signs at the gate.

  • LocationPark Lane & Forest Park Dr, behind 80-30 Park Lane, Kew Gardens & Forest Hills, Queens
  • NeighborhoodKew Gardens & Forest Hills, Queens
  • HoursOpen during park hours

Dog-friendly cafés and restaurants near Forest Park Overlook Dog Park (The Barking Lot)

Forest Park Overlook Dog Park (The Barking Lot): frequently asked questions

Is Forest Park Overlook Dog Park (The Barking Lot) fenced?

Yes. NYC Parks describes it as fenced, so your dog can run off leash inside.

Is there a small-dog area at Forest Park Overlook Dog Park (The Barking Lot)?

Our sources do not mention a separate small-dog area.

How big is Forest Park Overlook Dog Park (The Barking Lot)?

It is about 43,000 sq ft, measured from the NYC Open Data map of dog runs.

What are the hours of Forest Park Overlook Dog Park (The Barking Lot)?

It is open during park hours. Off-leash time outside the run is only before 9 a.m. and after 9 p.m., in designated areas.

Where is Forest Park Overlook Dog Park (The Barking Lot)?

Forest Park Overlook Dog Park (The Barking Lot) is at Park Lane & Forest Park Dr, behind 80-30 Park Lane, in Kew Gardens & Forest Hills, Queens, New York City.

Are there dog-friendly cafés or restaurants near Forest Park Overlook Dog Park (The Barking Lot)?

Yes. The closest on our list is Hangar 11, about 0.4 mi away.

Sources

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