In Carrollton, the City’s rule is that dogs stay on a leash on City trails, and the City lists two dog parks where dogs can play off leash. This guide covers both, so you can pick the right outing before you leave the house.
These are public places for your own dog, on your own time. They are separate from VIP’s neighborhood dog walking service, and VIP does not take dogs to these places as part of a walk.
We checked the City of Carrollton’s pages on November 12, 2026. Hours and notices change, so check the City’s pages before you go.
Rules at a glance
- On leash: City trails. Keep your dog leashed at all times and remove pet waste from the trail.
- Off leash: only inside a City dog park. Dogs must be leashed when entering or leaving.
Leashed walks
Eisenhower Trail
The City’s trail list shows Eisenhower Trail between Frankford and Hebron, at 1.5 miles. The City asks pet owners to keep dogs on a leash at all times and to remove pet waste from the trail. The trail list includes a “Map” link that opens a map pin for the trail. It is a pin, not a trail map, and the City does not label it as an entrance.
Off-leash dog parks
The City of Carrollton lists two dog parks, McInnish Dog Park and Rosemeade Dog Park. Both follow the same City rules:
- Dogs must be leashed when entering or leaving the park.
- No puppies under 4 months old.
- No more than three dogs per adult.
- No aggressive, in-heat or sick dogs.
- The small dog area is for dogs 30 pounds or less; the large area is open to dogs of all sizes.
- Handlers must be 16 or older, stay in the park and keep their dog in view.
- Pick up and dispose of your dog’s waste, in the park and out of it.
- No food or dog treats in the park.
- Use of the park is at your own risk, and the City may close a park for maintenance and repairs.
Questions go to Carrollton Parks and Recreation at 972-466-3080. For current hours and notices, see the City’s dog parks listing.
McInnish Dog Park
1845 Legends Trail. Open sunrise to 10 p.m. The City closes the park for maintenance on Fridays from 7 to 10 a.m.
Rosemeade Dog Park
1330 E. Rosemeade Parkway. Open sunrise to 10 p.m. The City closes the park for maintenance on Thursdays from 7 to 10 a.m.
Before you go
- Check the City’s dog parks listing for current hours and notices before you head out.
- Bring water for your dog, and in summer plan your outing for the cooler parts of the day.
- Bring waste bags. The City asks you to pick up after your dog on trails and in the dog parks.
When a walk to the park is not possible
VIP Pet Services has cared for pets since 2001 and serves pet parents across Carrollton and the wider Dallas Metroplex. On days when getting to a trail or dog park does not fit your schedule, VIP’s dog walking is a separate service: a private walk in your neighborhood, 30, 45 or 60 minutes long, with a GPS-tracked route and a visit report with photos and/or video afterward. To get started, Become a VIP Client or Contact Our Office.
Sources and last checked
- City of Carrollton, Trails. Checked November 12, 2026.
- City of Carrollton, Dog Parks. Checked November 12, 2026.
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