City dogs rejoice!
Photo: New dog park site next to the Sammamish River and Trail in Redmond, WA. Photo: Madeline Virginia/Redmond Moments.
Originally published October 5, 2026
Redmond Moments Newspaper, Fall 2026 Edition
Article by Madeline Virginia
After three years of successful summer “pop-up” dog parks, the city will commit to the popular community feature year round. Luke McRedmond Park’s grass lawn will be converted into a permanent dog park with an anticipated opening of October 2026.
Redmond is already known for a love of dogs, with the iconic 42-acre unfenced dog park at Marymoor Park, managed by King County.
Dogs swim in the Sammamish River at Marymoor Dog Park in Redmond, WA. Photo: Madeline Virginia, Redmond Moments.
The Luke McRedmond site is close to the denser housing of Downtown Redmond, and will provide a fenced area for city dogs to run and play off-leash. The location is also adjacent to the Sammamish River and Trail, which offers both scenic views and unique, car-free access.
Permanent additions to Luke McRedmond Park will include 5 foot tall chain link fencing, picnic tables, shade structures, planted trees, and water fountains.
Notice sign at Luke McRedmond Park announcing permanent dog park in Downtown Redmond, WA. Photo: Madeline Virginia/Redmond Moments.
📍Luke McRedmond Park, 15644 Redmond Way
Visit the City of Redmond’s project page here.
