TAMPA PLACE GUIDE

Curtis Hixon Dog Parks

Downtown Tampa's two newly opened (February 2026) dog runs for small and large breeds, directly beside the Riverwalk.

Find it: 600 N Ashley Drive, Tampa, FL 33602. Open map and directions ↗

What's new at Curtis Hixon?

On February 10, 2026, the City of Tampa announced the opening of two newly built dog parks near the Tampa Museum of Art: a 1,980-square-foot small-breed park beside the terraced landscaping and a 4,900-square-foot large-breed park closer to the Hillsborough River.

Pair playtime with a walk

The location makes a natural downtown outing: visit the designated dog enclosure, then leash up to enjoy the Riverwalk waterfront. The public lawns and walkways outside the fences are not off-leash areas.

Current scheduled closure: Tampa's advisories list the Curtis Hixon dog park closed Tuesdays and Fridays, 2–4 p.m., for maintenance. Confirm before leaving; temporary closures or construction near the museum may affect access.

Arrival checklist

Use the posted small- or large-breed area, leash before entering/exiting and keep dog tags visible. Follow posted capacity and age rules for the specific enclosure.

City's February 2026 opening announcement ↗ · City maintenance notices ↗

Official park source: City of Tampa listing ↗ · City dog-park directory ↗ · dog-park regulations ↗.

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Listings researched against official City of Tampa and Hillsborough County sources on November 4, 2026. Access, weather and temporary closures can change; follow posted signs and official alerts.