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Midland Dog Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 54 Google reviews · Running trail in Gainesville, Georgia · Open 24 hours
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Natural surface
- Distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Tree cover
- Access
- Open 24 hours
Confirmed from Midland Dog Park's own listing, the park or land manager's website, and runner reviews. Blank cells mean we could not verify that fact — we would rather say "not reported" than invent one. There is no Easy / Moderate / Hard rating on this page on purpose: a one-word difficulty score tells you nothing about whether a trail suits your run. Surface, distance, shade and hours do.
What runners say about Midland Dog Park
“Beautiful park, pretty well kept except playground carpets need some repair, not sure if there's a restroom there but its needed, love the dog and skate parks and the lake.”
“I love walking the doggos I dog sit here, beautiful safe spot for walks with family/friends.”
If you're looking for a great place to let your dog run and play, look no further than the local dog park. This fenced-in area is perfect for dogs of all sizes and breeds to get some exercise and socialize with other dogs. The park is also well-maintained.
Cute park, with a playground, pond, dog park, skate park, and real trains to climb on. Also a marshy pond walk way.
My favorite Gainesville park. It’s super clean and walking distance from tons of spots downtown. I love walking the doggos I dog sit here, beautiful safe spot for walks with family/friends. The dog park is a separate enclosed area.
Beautiful park, pretty well kept except playground carpets need some repair, not sure if there's a restroom there but its needed, love the dog and skate parks and the lake. Excited to see what all is coming to the park soon since its a much needed place for kids, walking, biking, etc.
Trail conditions & character
“Beautiful park, pretty well kept except playground carpets need some repair, not sure if there's a restroom there but its needed, love the dog and skate parks and the lake.”
“There is shade & working water faucets for dogs & humans.”
“Room to move around, equipment to play with, water fountain for the dogs + a water bottle filler, a hose to spray off the dogs before leaving, & a few benches to sit at.”
“Beautiful park, pretty well kept except playground carpets need some repair, not sure if there's a restroom there but its needed, love the dog and skate parks and the lake.”
Plan your run at Midland Dog Park
The practical stuff
- AccessOpen 24 hours — no gate to beat, so a 5am or a 10pm run both work
- SurfaceNatural surface — easiest on the joints and the most fun, but expect roots, rocks and mud after rain
- DistanceNot reported. Trail systems often quote total path mileage rather than a single loop, so measure the route you actually want before you drive out.
- ShadeRunners describe real tree cover here — it makes a summer afternoon workable
- At the trailheadrestrooms, water — reported by runners
- DogsWelcome, per reviewers. Leash rules vary by park — the trailhead sign is the authority.
Hours
| Monday | Open 24 hours |
| Tuesday | Open 24 hours |
| Wednesday | Open 24 hours |
| Thursday | Open 24 hours |
| Friday | Open 24 hours |
| Saturday | Open 24 hours |
| Sunday | Open 24 hours |
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