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Lake Merced Dog Play Area

PUBLIC DOG PARK

Skyline Blvd & Harding Rd, San Francisco, CA, US, 94132, San Francisco, CA San Francisco, California
Fully Fenced
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Lake Merced Dog Play Area

PUBLIC DOG PARK

Skyline Blvd & Harding Rd, San Francisco, CA, US, 94132, San Francisco, CA
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Fully Fenced

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Park hours

5 a.m. to Midnight


Fencing

This spot is fully fenced

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Gaps or holes in fence

No gaps

Enclosure

fully fenced

Gaps or holes in fence: No gaps


Amenities

Chairs

Dog drinking water

Indoor restroom available

Table


Pricing
No fee info

Location

Skyline Blvd & Harding Rd, San Francisco, CA, US, 94132, San Francisco, CA San Francisco, California

Description

The Lake Merced Dog Play Area in San Francisco, California is a fully fenced enclosure where dog owners can bring their pets for exercise and socialization. Visitors are reminded to pick up and remove dog waste, leash their dogs in on-leash areas, and prevent digging or destructive behavior. Amenities include chairs, dog drinking water, an indoor restroom, and a table. Dog walkers are welcome, but are asked to limit the number of dogs in their care to eight. The park is open from 5 a.m. to midnight and can be contacted at (415) 831-2700 or rpdinfo@sfgov.org.

Park rules

Pick up and remove dog waste Leash your dog(s) in on-leash areas Do not leave your pet unattended Control excessive barking and noise Prevent digging/destructive behavior Keep vaccinations and licenses current Dog walkers welcome; Please limit the number of dogs under your care to eight


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