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title: "Central Park Dog Park: dog rules"
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Central Park Dog Park (Fremont, CA): Yes. This is an off-leash dog park. Source: City of Fremont, checked 2026-10-30. DogPolicies record: https://dogpolicies.com/places/central-park-dog-park-fremont/ (CC BY 4.0; cite with link).

# Central Park Dog Park

**Yes. This is an off-leash dog park.**

Type: park. Location: Fremont, Alameda County, California. Managed by City of Fremont.

## Rules

| Rule | Value | Source | Verified | Freshness |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Dogs allowed | Yes (Open daily, sunrise to 10 p.m. Near the Fremont Animal Shelter.) | [1] | 2026-10-30 | fresh |
| Leash | Off leash allowed under voice control | [1] | 2026-10-30 | fresh |
| Dog park on site | Yes | [1] | 2026-10-30 | fresh |
| Amenities | Lit 1.2-acre turf area for dogs over 14 inches at the shoulder, Grass area for dogs 14 inches and under, Double-gate entry, Benches, Shade structures, Drinking fountains for dogs and people | [1] | 2026-10-30 | fresh |

## Rules to know

- An adult must stay with the dogs and carry a leash for each one; no more than two dogs per adult. [1]
- Dogs must be licensed and vaccinated and wear a visible license (FMC 3-5700 and 3-5707). [1]
- Keep your dog under voice control and in view; leash it outside the dog park area (FMC 3-7209). [1]
- Unleash your dog in the transition area before entering the off-leash area. [1]
- No dangerous dogs, dogs in heat, or dogs under 4 months; no choke, prong or spike collars. [1]
- No children 8 and under in the off-leash area; children 9 to 15 need an adult. [1]
- Clean up after your dog; no human food, dog food or long-lasting chews (small treats are fine). [1]
- No animals other than dogs, and no smoking. [1]

## Sources

1. City of Fremont, "Dog Park" (government, checked 2026-10-30): https://www.fremont.gov/government/departments/parks-recreation/parks/dog-park
   > 1.2 acres with artificial turf and lighting for large dogs over 14 inches in height at the shoulders ... Children 8 years and under are not allowed in the off-leash dog area ... Dogs must be under the voice control of their handler and in view of their handler at all times ... Hours Daily Sunrise - 10:00 p.m.

Verified October 30, 2026; re-check due 2026-11-29. Freshness: fresh.
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