Hanscom Dog Park

This was a great find right off the freeway. We were just passing through and needed a place to get the pups wiggles out. And this did the trick. Three dog areas with lots of space to run. Bring your own water and poop bags they were out of both. Lots of friends to meet and play with.

My dogs always get excited as we approach Hanscom Park dog park. They've been here so often, they could probably walk there themselves. It's a large park with three different sections; one of the sections is always closed for renovation. Because so many people use the park the grass wears out. So they take turns using different sections. One of the three sections that's open is always for small dogs and the other one is for large dogs. However, many people bring their small dogs into the large dog area. It's on quite a slope so everybody goes down the hill to the flatter area. There are picnic tables and trees for shade. Dog duty bags are available, but many people bring their own. There's also a water faucet during warm weather, and many people bring water bowls. It gets turned off in winter. As with most dog parks, they discourage dogs who are aggressive from being there off leash. On the best weather days it can get kind of crowded, but it's big enough to accommodate everybody. It's especially fun to visit with other people about their dogs. The dogs race with joyous abandon which is a treat to watch. So if you're looking for a great place to take your dog give this park a try.

My first time ever going to a dog park and I enjoyed it I did see two time dogs fighting but for me it's natural that some dogs would just not get along .. I have two Doberman puppies and one mix pitbull and they were acting accordingly...I do recommend if you have a delicate pup dog ti but some pepper spray at any pet store ..

A few more visits in, I feel like I am getting the hang of this dog park. Three fenced areas:1. Small dogs2. All dogs3. All dogsAll have trash cans for poop, water fountains at the entrance, and poop bags (if available-sometimes needs refilling. everyone I have met, including myself, bring our own). There is a gradual downhill starting from the top at all three gates, and they slope down to a flatter area where most of the dogs are playing. These hills are no joke in the winter. I have almost slipped on ice a few times descending down to the play area, so please be careful! Wear proper shoes in the winter or you'll slip and slide- risking injury. Also dress warmly, this area can catch the windchill we are so famous for in the winter, so dont risk getting sick or freezing to death. Picnic benches are here for owners if they want, and trees, which I assume would provide a nice shade in the spring and summer (it's currently winter so I have no idea). Parking, still the same situation I mentioned in my previous review. A lot with about 7 stalls, and a lot of people parking on the street (an already narrow path for cars trying to make it through the park).Everyone I have met so far here is very nice. There are of course, a few inattentive owners that just sit on the bench and play on their phone, but most people seem to be paying attention to the dogs and how they are playing. I swear you have to keep your eyes on them the whole time, because if you're wondering who that inconsiderate person that "didnt pick up his/her dog's poop", it's you! There have been plenty time my attention was caught in conversation or looking at other dogs play that I almost missed my dog's squat. There are plenty of regulars here, and since I have started coming in the winter, you can really see the dedication of many Omaha dog owners. Can't wait to make more friends for both me and my pup.

There were 3 parks 1 for small dogs and 2 for all dogs. That is a great feature.The trash can was outside the park so i carried my poop bag around while i was watching the dogs. The grass was way over grown.I prefer Heflinger park

Love this dog park! It is one of my favorite in Omaha. We take our dog here almost every single weekend.The other dog owners are always really friendly, and everyone has very good dog watching etiquette.If you are visiting the park after Labor Day- Be sure to bring water for your pup. They turn off the faucet's after Labor Day. I also love that they have a small dog area, and two all dog areas. Best of all, the park is well-maintained, shaded, and there are seats in each area.A great dog park overall!

Outside the park there is a big long list of rules that you should probably read. It appears that many people don't. While I'd say you should follow every rule, I feel a few are more important than others:If it's a first time visit, go during off-peak hours so you can see how your dog behavesNo puppies under 4 months (keep them safe, especially if they're not up-to-date on vaccinations)Pick up after your dogRefrain from smokingYou're responsible for what your dog does.My lab puppy has just come of dog park-going age, and I begin any potential venture by casing the joint first. Since he's on the little dog/big dog cusp, I go to the small dog park if there aren't any elderly small dogs (he gets too rough and/or annoying), and the big or all dog section if the big dogs there aren't too rough/annoying. A couple of times the big dogs have descended on him like a pack of jackals (FU, inattentive dog parents!) and other times he's been able to play with friendly big dogs. In the jackal scenario, we leave. In the friendly scenario, of course we stay because the friendly dogs usually have friendly people with them. I have met far more good people than shit heels. But shit heels have dogs too, so whatever.It is great that they have separate sections for different sized dogs. Like I said, you can bring an of-age puppy to the little dog section if s/he's not ready to tussle with the big kids, but don't be a jerk and let the pup torment senior toy dogs. I haven't seen much poop lying around like past reviewers, but it definitely gets muddy there after wet weather, so be careful walking down that hill, and maybe stay on the grassy area for playtime. Have fun, and bring those poop bags!

The Dog Park has plenty of shade during a hot summer day. There are multiple compartments for different sizes of dogs. The reason I did not give this location five stars currently the water for the dogs is turned off however the other dog park in Omaha that I go to does have the water on. I will probably contact the mayor to request the water be turned on.

I love how it is divided into areas for small, big, and all dogs. They also offer water, trash cans, bag for potty, almost everything. It is nice outside and the grass also makes it easier for my puppy to run around. He loves it! It is also a good work out for puppy parents to run with them because they have this huge hill.

I stayed in Omaha for a night on my way to Texas with my energetic dog. I used Yelp to find this park and he loved it. I'm from Fargo and it's very flat, so I think this was the first time he'd ever raced up and down a hill!He enjoyed it so much we stopped on our way back home as well. Plenty of poop bags both times. People were friendly.