Fenced off-leash park. A new 60,000 square foot fenced Dog Park has opened at Wadsworth Park, part of a 45-acre park and recreational area. Dogs can run unleashed and mingle with other canines, while their owners relax in the shade, on park benches. The park features separate sections for large (over 20 lbs) and small dogs. Residents also supply their own chairs, which are left there for others to enjoy. At the entrance, there is a clean-up bag station, a water faucet with hose, and various plastic containers to be used as bowls. If you forget to bring toys, tennis balls and frisbees can usually be found throughout the park.The Dog Park is located at the rear of the park past the soccer fields. The outer front gate to the Dog Park opens to an small enclosed area with a bench, then two separate inner gates lead to the large and small dog areas. Ample grassy areas, sand to dig in, fire hydrants, and small wooded ‘jungle’ areas with paths will keep Fido busy. Wadsworth Park stays busy both day and night with its lighted soccer fields, racquetball, tennis, volleyball and basketball courts, two playground areas, a picnic pavilion, an elevated boardwalk, a canoe launch site and a skate park. Hours are dawn to 11pm, 7 days a week. Since the park is somewhat new/unknown, you may often have the park all to yourself…great if Fido’s social skills need some work. Located just 1 mile from the ocean, the park enjoys off-shore breezes, and is close to many additional recreational areas. Flagler County Parks and Recreation (386) 437-7490. Hope to see you there! Location: Highway 100, Flagler Beach. Directions: From I-95: Exit 283/S.R.100. Take S.R. 100 west until you approach the Flagler Beach Bridge. It is the last entrance on the left before you get to the bridge. (1st left after Roberts Road / John Anderson Hwy. traffic signal). From the Beach: Go over the Flagler Beach Bridge and make a right at the first entrance road. The dog park is at the back of the park, past the sports fields. Closest parking is actually on Roberts Rd. Park on the shoulder, cut through the shrubs, and enter through the unmarked back entrance.
