Grover Nelson Park

About this park

Grover Nelson Park serves Abilene with a designated dog park alongside recreational facilities for the whole family. The park is open Monday through Sunday from 5:30 AM to 12 AM, and sits at 2070 Zoo Ln. Amenities include a public restroom, free parking, picnic tables, barbecue grills, and walking trails. The playground makes it suitable for kids, and the grounds are wheelchair accessible. The park holds a 4.6-star rating across 1,867 reviews.

Other dog parks in the region include Camp Barkeley Dog Park in Abilene, 1.2 miles away. Dog Park at Love's Travel Stops operates in both Baird (18.2 miles) and Sweetwater (43.6 miles), with Newman Dog Park also in Sweetwater at 42.1 miles. Another Dog Park at Love's Travel Stops is located in Ranger, 58.3 miles out.