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Sesquicentennial State Park
Sesqui State Park Dog Park
Fort Jackson Dog Park
Page Ellington Park Dog Park
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Free dog park! Most dogs and owners are well behaved. My only complaint is the owners that don't keep a close eye on their dogs. It's not my job to keep your dog in line.
Clean, has water for the dogs, big and small dog areas. Agility structures for the dogs to play on and shade for both dogs and humans.
Great play and run space for your fur baby. It's never overcrowded, and there's benches inside the run area for you to enjoy your outside time while keeping a close eye on your pet. No complaints. 5 stars
The dog park is separated into two sections; one for small dogs and the other side for larger dogs. Both dog sections have obstacles that you can take your dog through. It’s like a kids playground but for dogs. I have gone here multiple times and haven’t seen any dog waste on the ground. That’s a big plus. The playground also comes with a little area for your dogs to drink water if they’re thirsty. Benches are available for those that just wants to sit and relax while their dog plays.
Great Park! Love it friendly Dogs , friendly people quiet place I love it my pup definitely loves it .. only thing this the doggy water fountains have been broken for a couple of months now and needs maintenance so our pups can stay hydrated other than that I give this park 10 stars if I could .
I’m giving it a one star because you need military access in order to go there. While that’s great for people who have it, it sucks for the ones who don’t.
We stayed one night on our way north. Once we pulled through the entrance, it was easy to forget you were in a city. Cute signs greeted us as we drove to the office. Not having a reservation, the park office staff member happily wrote down the sites available for the night and told us to drive through and pick the one that suited us best. We could come back once we unhooked and settled in. The sites were packed gravel, spacious, level, and clearly marked regarding sewer access. The roads were well maintained with trees cut back from the edges making it large rig friendly. A park worker was filling pot holes while we walked our dog. Dogs are allowed on a six foot leash. The splash pad was closed but I imagine it’s a big hit in the summer time. Plenty of hiking and biking paths along with water equipment rental. We will definitely add it to our list of favorites to return to in the future.
Hubby added: easy and close access to the interstate.
Hubby added: easy and close access to the interstate.
Gorgeous park, especially now that it’s fall. Very clean, with a playground in the shade and shelters. Perfect for families. It’s dog-friendly!
It’s very obvious that locals love this park - there were lots of people there on a warm, fall day. We were passing by on our way to NC and stopped there to walk out dog. I was pleasantly surprised by how cute the park is.
Entrance fee is $6 per adult and $3.5 per child.
It’s very obvious that locals love this park - there were lots of people there on a warm, fall day. We were passing by on our way to NC and stopped there to walk out dog. I was pleasantly surprised by how cute the park is.
Entrance fee is $6 per adult and $3.5 per child.
Honestly, this is one of the most comforting parks I've ever been to. Beautiful views, nice trails, plenty of picture opportunities, and there's labels on the trails that are color coded so you don't get lost. There's a splash pad and a dog park too I believe. It's definitely a decent size and plenty of room for activities to do with family overall.
We just camped here overnight. Nice large road coming in. We are in a 42' 5th wheel. It's as tall as motor homes so we always have to worry about trees. They are cut back nicely for a state park. I am glad we chose a spot in the lower loop (site 5), because the upper loop is not for big rigs in opinion. Staff was pleasant. We didn't get to enjoy any of the trails or splash pad but they looked to be very well marked and kept.
Love, love this park!!! It has almost everything. Amazing picnic area for small or large groups, splash pad and pond/lake for canoeing or paddle boarding. Of course there's camping.
But best of all are the trails! There's a small 2 mile trail that goes around the pond (very pretty), a 4 mi or so trail that sort of goes around that but then there are the biking/hiking trails 🥰. Even tho we're not in the mountains, you can get a narly climb in. Especially if you start at the main park and work your way up. At the top of one trail, you can see Two Notch and lots of sky. There are a couple of high points on the trail. Awesome for MTB. Yes, it does get sandy in several places, but just keep pedaling. Oh, and the trees, creek, deer, and all types of birds make this an even more enjoyable hike and bike area.
But best of all are the trails! There's a small 2 mile trail that goes around the pond (very pretty), a 4 mi or so trail that sort of goes around that but then there are the biking/hiking trails 🥰. Even tho we're not in the mountains, you can get a narly climb in. Especially if you start at the main park and work your way up. At the top of one trail, you can see Two Notch and lots of sky. There are a couple of high points on the trail. Awesome for MTB. Yes, it does get sandy in several places, but just keep pedaling. Oh, and the trees, creek, deer, and all types of birds make this an even more enjoyable hike and bike area.
Nice state park in the Columbia area. There is a $6 entry fee per adult and $3.50 for kids. I ended up buying the SC state park yearly pass as I could apply today's entry fee. It has a nice 2 mile mostly shaded path around the lake and through the woods. There was a nice camp/ souvenir shop where one can also rent boats to take on the lake. We cooled down at the splash park after our hike. There is also camping available. It's a nice space and feels safe.
This place was the perfect spot for my dig to get her energy out. It was also very inexpensive.
Lemme start with the negative; $6 fee and the only drinking water available is from spigots, mind you they sell drinks and have soda machines… The trails around the park are few, but well maintained and heavily shaded. There are sprawling picnic areas, a playground, restrooms and a few small pavilions. They do offer some watercraft rentals; fishing is also permitted. My favorite part was the tiny dams that drain out of the lake.
Nice small dog park, with a small playground, and small doggy pool!There are two areas it appears one side for smaller doggies (small side), and the other for larger dogs (bigger part). Wood chips cover the area, very little to no grass. A few shaded areas/shaded seating. Theres a trash bin, and poop bags available. No two legger restrooms lol Only issue is that there is poop everywhere sometimes, and its disgusting. Also, not everyone can tame their dog, so be mindful.
This is a wonderful and large park inside the forest and near a large lake. The park is very well maintained. very clean, the roads and paths for pedestrians are very neat. There are a lot of gazebos and there is a free towlet. There are also parking lots for mobile homes. per month. Entrance to the park is paid starting from 6 years old, for adults the price is $ 6 for children $ 3. There are bike roads and trails for those who like to walk. In short, I advise everyone, it was very good despite the rain.
I would say that’s the best dog park in downtown Columbia. There are two water fountains for the dogs, poop bags, and free toys (tennis balls, tugging toys). Dogs are well behaved. And it’s free.
Nice place, but much to dusty with all the sawdust and loose wood chips flying everywhere once the dogs run, and stir it all up. It can cause coughing and get in your lungs. I'm not a permanent resident at Fort Jackson and was just visiting, but for those reasons it need improvement.
It’s a nice dog park if you want to let your dog run wild for a few minutes. I liked it. It had a few benches and shady trees plus dog water fountains and 2 entrances/ exits. Easy and plenty of parking. My dog really enjoyed his visit. I did notice though that it was just one fenced in area but dog parks usually have a small dog area and a big dog area. It wasn’t a problem today though as the doggos were well-behaved and played nicely. It would be nice if they added more shade trees and benches though. Around lunchtime, it filled up pretty quick.
heads up you pay for entrance to the park then you have to go apply for a “dog park permit” and pay per dog on top of that. the entrance fee is about $6 and i think the permit said $25.
I was able to walk up but not go in, there wasn’t much that screamed “this parks better than the others!” and the others are free.
I was able to walk up but not go in, there wasn’t much that screamed “this parks better than the others!” and the others are free.
Clean water, lots of shade and open space to run. The wood chips look clean and it looks like people do clean up after their dogs. Supplies are available for picking up the poo. Including a scooper. There is also a basket full of tennis balls, and some other dog toys such as ropes and other chewables. Friendly people as well as fun friendly dogs. My baby had an absolute blast, and when I tried to leave she begged to go back, she was already wore out, and still stayed another hour and had tons and tons of fun.
Yes it is a nice dog park but what they don’t really mention is that you have to register your dog and pay for it for your dog to play in it So it’s not included with the price you already have to pay to get into the park
Clean and great size. It was perfect for our pup who needed to stretch her legs from the hotel. It's one of the only truly FREE dog parks. It's on Fort Jackson so you need base access. But for military travelers, it's perfect!
It's a nice, secluded park. Love the scenery and there is plenty of wood, and outdoor space to walk your dog around. Watch the poo though! Some people don't clean up!
Cute midsized dog park with friendly dog owners and active pups. The dog park has a couple water fountains so if you forget your pup’s water - no worries! Each time a new dog would come to the gate, the squad would greet them and they would go off running!
Loved the openness and shade mix here. They put down a fine mulch and a central drainage so it won't mud out. About 2 acres to roam on. Plenty of tennis balls. Clean. Only one gated area but hey IT WAS FREE!
We LOVE this place & try to take our dog at least once a week. You have to get registered through the Sesqui system to show about records & get a key, but it's only about $25 for a year - long membership. Totally worth it!!
Park hours, Dawn to Dusk. Not open 24 hours.
Great place. Well kept. Water available. Woodchips instead of dirt/grass. There are 2 connected parks here, separated by fence.
Nice training obstacles that appear to be somewhat new.
Great place. Well kept. Water available. Woodchips instead of dirt/grass. There are 2 connected parks here, separated by fence.
Nice training obstacles that appear to be somewhat new.
it's in a military neighborhood. on the rainy day I went it was clean. there are partitions for big and little dogs. the agility items are sturdy. there are water fountains and pools on both sides. there's wood mulch, poop bags and a canopy for keeping most of the elements at bay. overall looks barely used so it stays maintained. my pups enjoyed it and we plan on returning.
Coming from new england we dont have to pay to come into a dog park!! There is already fee to get into the park and they want $25/year for a key to dog park?? NO thanks. On top of that they must be spayed???
We love the dog park almost as much as our dog Wally. The dog owners are very friendly and the dogs get along great. My dog drives me crazy if he doesn't get to play with his friends every day. Make sure your dog is spayed or neutered and up to date on all shots before heading to the office for a tag and key.
Good sized area for dogs has 2 or 3 built in pools for dogs to swim or cool off. Also has a small dog area to keep them seperate from larger dogs