As springtime nears, the popular seasonal dog off-leash program at three Boise parks will come to an end this month. Following an analysis of the City of Boise’s park inventory and wintertime use, the Boise Parks and Recreation Department’s seasonal dog off-leash program expanded to Simplot Sports Complex in November 2022. The program is also in place from November to February at Ann Morrison Park and Optimist Youth Sports Complex.
SIMPLOT SPORTS COMPLEX ENDING FEB. 15
Starting Thursday, February 16, dogs are not permitted at Simplot Sports Complex. Due to spring sports, the dog off-leash season ends a bit earlier than the other two parks. Simplot Sports Complex is used for soccer starting the end of February, requiring extra time for field preparations.
ANN MORRISON PARK + OPTIMIST YOUTH SPORTS COMPLEX ENDING FEB. 28
The seasonal off-leash program will continue through the end of the month at Ann Morrison Park and Optimist Youth Sports Complex, ending on Tuesday, February 28. Starting on Wednesday, March 1, dog owners are once again asked to leash their dogs at Ann Morrison Park (please note, Together Treasure Valley Dog Island is a year-round dog off-leash destination). Due to sports and high use, dogs are not allowed at Optimist Youth Sports Complex from March 1 through May 31 (dogs are allowed again over the summer).
The seasonal off-leash program begins again in November when sports leagues wrap up at all three sites. To learn more about the many other dog-friendly parks and areas in Boise, visit our off-leash parks and areas web page. Please remember to always clean up after your pet when visiting a city park or off-leash area.
Spring is also a good time to obtain or renew an animal license for your pet. Both can be done by visiting the City of Boise’s animal licensing page.