River Road (Louisville Champions Park)
PERMIT REQUIRED
At a glance
ADDRESS
2930 River Rd, Louisville, KY 40206 (Louisville Champions Park; parking entrance off Zorn Ave)
HOURS
6 a.m. to 11 p.m. daily (Louisville Champions Park hours). Questions: (502) 574-7275 (Louisville Parks & Recreation)
SIZE & LAYOUT
About 3.6 acres with a separate small-dog side and an all-dog side
SMALL DOG AREA
Yes
PARKING
Free lot inside Louisville Champions Park. Use the Zorn Ave entrance (I-71 exit 2)
ACCESS
LDRA members only. 2026 permit: $50 first dog
LOCAL FAVORITE
Why dog parents love it
One of Louisville's biggest dog runs: 3.6 fenced acres on the river side of town, with a small-dog side, an all-dog side and drinking water. Close to downtown and the Waterfront, so it's easy to fit in before or after work.
Last verified: September 28, 2026
AFTER THE PARK
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