The City of Olympia opened its first off-leash dog area on October 15, 2010. 

Location: 

Sunrise Park, 505 Bing Street NW

Hours:

9:00 AM - 7:00 PM Thursday-Saturday
Closed Sunday - Wednesday

Amenities:

• 6’ chain link fenced enclosure
• separate areas for small and large dogs
• dog/human drinking fountains
• an area for hosing off dogs
• picnic tables
• interior paths

Rules:

• Entry to the off-leash area is at the risk of dog owners, handlers and guests.  Owners are legally responsible for their dogs and any injury or damage caused by their dogs.
• Maximum of two dogs per adult allowed in the off-leash area.
• Dogs must be healthy, wear a collar with ID, have a current dog license, and should have current immunizations.  Under NO circumstances may an owner bring a sick dog into the park (severe runny nose/eyes, diarrhea, vomiting, etc.) 
• No dogs under the age of four months or female dogs in heat are allowed.
• No bicycles, skateboards, or scooters are allowed.
• Children under 14 shall not be permitted in the off-leash area without an adult.  All children must be supervised and in view while in the off-leash area.
• Unleash dogs in the designated area only.  Carry a leash at all times for each dog brought into the off-leash area.  Ensure dogs are back on-leash when leaving the off-leash area.
• Clean up after dogs by sealing feces in a plastic bag and disposing of it in a designated trash receptacle.
• Keep dogs in view and under verbal command at all times.
• To prevent fights, no food or toys are allowed.
• Dogs that exhibit overly aggressive or threatening behaviors must be leashed and removed immediately.
• Fill any holes dug by dogs prior to leaving.
• Control excessive barking and other unwanted or destructive behaviors.