On May 1, pet owners can bring “man’s best friend” to a select leash-free area at Jamestown Beach Event Park.
On March 12, the Board of Supervisors amended the code so county parks could establish off-leash areas for dogs, and agreed on a five-month trial program at Jamestown Beach Event Park.
This trial program ends in October.
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According to announcement, the marked area is approximately 150 feet by 300 feet and won’t be completely fenced-in.
See the complete breakdown of rules for the off-leash area here.
In addition, pet waste stations with bags are available.
Jamestown Beach Event Park, 2205 Jamestown Road, is open daily from 8 a.m. until sunset. The off-leash dog area is closed for special events.
For more information on the program, contact Alister Perkinson, parks administrator at alister.perkinson@jamescitycountyva.gov or 757-259-5370.