Wild River Dog Park is heaven on earth for dogs, right in Ballynahinch, Northern Ireland! With over 1,000 five-star reviews, it's a spot where dogs love to run, play, and relax.
There's a park for every pup, whether they love to zoom around in one of the three private parks, make new friends in the Fun Park, or explore the Sensory Garden, designed especially for older or visually impaired dogs who prefer a calmer space. We host puppy socials, mixed-breed play, and size- or breed-specific sessions, making sure every dog gets the perfect playtime experience.
Muddy paws? No problem! The self-service dog wash makes clean-ups easy, and humans can recharge at Wild Coffee, our on-site café serving speciality coffee, luxury bakes, and savoury snacks—where dogs are welcome everywhere!
Wild River is more than just a dog park—it's a community, bringing pups and their people together with seasonal events like Santa Paws, summer festivals, and Easter celebrations.
If you're looking for a place your dog will love to visit again and again, Wild River is waiting! Come see what makes it so special!
42 Riverside Road, Ballynahinch BT24 8TY, UK
Monday
Closed
Tuesday
Closed
Wednesday
9:00 am - 6:00 pm
Thursday
9:00 am - 6:00 pm
Friday
9:00 am - 6:00 pm
Saturday
9:00 am - 6:00 pm
Sunday
9:00 am - 6:00 pm
May 4, 2026 3:49 pm local time
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Josh Reynolds
February 11, 2025 at 1:54 pmFantastic safe space for dogs, the cafe does amazing treats for humans and great for puppy socialising classes
Megan
February 11, 2025 at 5:08 pmAbsolutely love wild river, our favourite doggy spot in NI. The staff are fantastic, the food and coffee is great and it’s a fab place to meet new people and let the dogs (safely) run riot
Grainne
February 12, 2025 at 5:42 pmWild river is the best place to take your dogs for a good run around! The staff are so knowledgeable about all dog breeds. The different breed days are amazing too!! I have met so many great friends from taking Lossie and I’m so glad we found it!