Keep Smith Cove Park Off-Leash!

"I have two large dogs that need a viable place to run and exercise. There’s no other fenced place close to Queen Ann, Magnolia, and Downtown with this kind of space for large dogs to play and run."

"It’s one of the few places where people can take their dogs, make friends, enjoy a beautiful scene and best of all the dogs run on grass! The community here is unmatched and we really love it here."

"Only good dog park in all of Seattle!"

"This is a safe haven for our pups. We are local residents and this is our favorite place to be. -Aspen Brandsoy"

"The love of the dogs -Thelma, a local dog resident"

"My dog loves this park and so do I! There is no substitute for the ability for dogs and people to socialize together in one space. My dog is so much happier after having time to truly play and run. It’s a very rare commodity in our city. Please preserve this open space."

"This the best place for my pup to see his buddies and get all his exercise in. This is the only park in the area that is big enough to allow dogs to coexist even if they don’t want to play with each other"

"We come here several times a week and it provides a space for kids and dogs to run together with actual grass so many dog parks in Seattle are dirt"

"Because there aren’t enough large off leash parks for dogs anywhere in the area."

"Dog parks require significantly less land development, infrastructure, and maintenance compared to sports facilities. Allowing Smith Cove to be an off leash dog park is a lower cost with higher impact way to support community."

"This space provides an essential outlet for dogs and their owners, offering not just exercise, but also a sense of community. With limited off-leash areas in the city, this park has become an accessible space where dogs can run freely and safely."

"I use this space over 300+ days a year exercising my pups. I recommend that the planning department install a 24/7 camera on the bridge to view who is using and enjoying the field on a daily basis. Regular mowing, adding chairs, benches & a perimeter walking path are cost effective improvements."

"Because have been coming here for 4 years and it’s the best park in the region"

"Please let us have just one open space in the city for our dogs that’s peaceful safe and has room for legitimate fetch. When the land proposal said redevelopment for dog park all updates indicated that we were getting a better maintained existing space not being pushed into the smallest corner of it"

"This is the perfect place to exercise our dog. Our dogs deserve a place to run! The only park in Magnolia is way too small."

"Let’s be honest, there’s just simply too many dogs and too little place for dogs to go. This park is great, it’s big, open and it’s tucked in - not in anybody’s way. People and their dogs need places like this to go to, not sad little gravel pits."

"This is our favorite area to go play and socialize"

"We do not have enough off leash spaces as it is. The large grassy field is a wonderful alternative to small dusty dog parks in the city."

"We need open spaces for dogs. There aren't enough parks for dogs."

"Need open space for dogs to roam."

"Smith Cove is the ONLY off leash area in Seattle that is large enough for dogs to get adequate exercise and is grass instead off gravel/dirt. It hosts a great community of people and their pets. It would be a shame to lose it when there is already an unmet need for off leash areas in Seattle."

"+1 to what my wife said below 👇"

"Smith Cove Park is a rare and cherished spot where dogs can run free and neighbors can come together. It’s more than just a park—it’s a community gathering place that brings joy to both pets and people. In a city that’s rapidly changing, we need to protect open, accessible spaces like this!"

"Keep Smith Cove off leash for dogs to have enriching playtime that cultivates their social skills. Also a great resource for their humans to connect."

"There is no true large off leash area in on this side of the city. I would have to drive to magnuson for my dog to run. This area is a haven for dog owners and a great community"

"There are very few dog parks in Seattle. This park has been a terrific space for my family to come take a break from the hustle and bustle of city life. We need it as much as the dogs need it. Let’s do the right thing and keep Smith Cove an off leash dog park."

"It’s one of the ONLY spaces for dogs to roam off leash in Seattle. It’s in a great location for off leash play. The pet owners have all been responsible and it’s a great way to friendly coexist with others in the community. It’s large enough to provide exercise for the dogs and the humans."

"Because its a beautiful place to be and relax while my dogs have fun"

"This has been a safe haven for me and my dog. She is high energy and needs the space to roam that is safely fenced off and has other responsible dog owners that communicate well. Please keep this space open and off leash for all pups!"

"It's a great place for dogs and it also builds community for their owners. I've met so many nice people and their dogs at Smith Cove."

"Freedom for dogs!"

"Dogs deserve a place to be free and enjoy their space. A place where they can interact with other dogs and a place where pet owners can create friendships. Let the dogs be!"

"It’s a grass kept area that is safe for dogs to run around and socialize it also helps improve their behavior and well being. Dogs deserve a place that is comfortable for them."

"A soccer field, while its own form of community, is an exclusive kind of community. Dog parks bring a multitude of people together. They foster connections and community. Replacing with anything other than what it is will be nothing more than a loss."

"The dogs need more places it’s good to walk them in public but dogs will be better off playing with other dogs and they need the own place to have fun."

"dog parks are great for socializing pets. it prevents them from being aggressive and having to be put down."

"Let the dogs have there space there's plenty of space for other things dogs need there grass to run on"

"It’s the only park in the area that’s grass for the dogs instead of gravel and there are already a significant amount of fields and playgrounds for children throughout Seattle!"

"Dogs are cooped up in their homes and need a place to run free. There are not many places for the little pooches to go. Let them run..!"

"A big city like Seattle doesn’t need another athletic facility. What Seattle needs is another community building area where people and their pets can feel good to socialize."

"I’m just an echo of Tristan and Hannah"

"It’s needed"

"There is no community of dogs and people like this. It is truly unique and my pup needs a safe, spacious space for him to live a long life!"

"It’s perfect for my dog to learn and play. We come here every day!"

"This is the only GRASS area for dogs to run and play. How about 50/50 soccer field/GRASS dog park"

"We need more places like this and it has been ours for such a long time. Please leave it alone."

"They deserve being off leash as much as possible."

"I am a local dog-walker and Smith cove is the ONLY fenced in, ideal location and big enough space for alot dogs to play, run, and socialize PLEASE PLEASE PLEASE make it a sorely for dogs and their humans to connect and build relationships."

"My dog loves smith cove as a safe place to run off energy, play with other dogs. We both love smith cove!"

"We need more spaces like this in protected non-busy spaces where dogs can get a little running in!"

"I agree that there are just not enough off leash parks with that much space. It’s a great location because the closest off leash would be Ballard or head across town to Magnuson. There’s really nothing in that area even though so many dogs live in that area."

"Anyone who has a dog or loves dogs knows how sorely we lack places for them to run free off-leash. Smith Cove is already in use by many many people and their dogs. The few dog parks we have are small and grassless and inconveniently placed near homeless camps and complaining neighbors."

"Seattle needs more dog parks, not less!"

"Dogs deserve this. Keep this for our babies"

"I bring my dog here regularly, and it’s the only open grass field where dogs can safely run and play off-leash. The only other designated dog park nearby is too small and overcrowded. This park has become a vital space for dog owners and their pets to exercise, socialize, and build community."

"This gives our fur babies a place to play and run! Especially for many that don’t have or can’t afford a yard as an alternative."

"We need to keep our off-leash dog options for our furry friends. It also brings us together as a community."

"My dog loves it there"

"My dog loves this park. We have been going for 6 years and both my dogs love to play the grass is never to long and the space is amazing and the location is great for my dog family"

"I bring both my dogs here almost every day. It’s the only quality dog park within a 30 minute drive of my apartment"

"I come here everyday and it has become a pivotal part of my routine for my dog and I!"

"This park really helps my puppy build social skills around pups trying to achieve that same goal while also learning from dogs who already have good social skills."

"Ever since my partner and I have gotten our new puppy her friend suggested this place to us and for the last 7 months we have been getting our puppy acclimated to off leash park that is FULLY GRASS NO TURF. He absolutely loves it to rip that away from multiple dogs is awful"

"We drive almost 20minutes to specifically go to this park, because of how open it is and it is much safer than the smaller/turf options throughout the city."

"I support dogs having off leash waterfront parks"

"Favorite place to take my dog in Seattle. This park is frequented by pet owners and should stay as is!"