This dog is grounded because he has been bad, so sadly he cannot come out and play with his friends at the grand opening of the new dog park this Wednesday.  Photo by Torsten Dettlaff via Pexels.


Press release from the City of Arcata:

You and your four-legged friends are invited to celebrate the completion of the Valley West Dog Park at a Ribbon Cutting ceremony on Wednesday, June 18th!

For many years, the City of Arcata has heard from the community about the need for an off-leash dog park. Now, the Valley West Dog Park has been completed and is ready for action! The park features a fenced area for off-leash dogs, a doggie drinking fountain and a bench/ADA access pad.

To celebrate the completion of Arcata’s new off-leash dog park, a ribbon cutting ceremony will be held on Wednesday, June 18 at 4:30 p.m. All community members are invited to come to the celebration, especially those with a furry friend eager to try out the new space! The park is located at 1340 Hallen Dr. in Arcata.

Funding for the Valley West Dog Park was made possible by the City of Arcata’s General Fund. City Parks staff led the development of the park amenities and equipment while Miller Farms Nursery assisted with the fencing.