9/16/2022 - The dog park at Meridian Habitat Park will be temporarily closed from September 20-21 for a dog park bench and doggy station installation project. We appreciate your patience as our crew work to keep the dog park attractive and safe. For project inquiries, please call (253) 798-4049.
14422 Meridian E. South Hill Puyallup, WA 98375(map)
This park can be accessed from public transportation using Pierce Transit Route 402
Overview
Meridian Habitat Park and Community Center, known to locals as the Puyallup Amphitheatre, is a beautiful 36 wooded acre park, with a community center and great lawn that hosts popular programs such as jazzercise, movies in the park, princess parties, family Bingo nights, and more. The fully fenced off-leash dog park provides a peaceful area for dogs and dog owners to enjoy while visiting this community park.
Meridian Habitat Park is getting upgrades starting this summer. Parking, lighting, security, and paving improvements are expected to be complete by the end of 2022. Learn more about the outdoor improvement project.
Amenities:
Community center
Nature playground with park benches
Off-leash dog park
Paved and gravel loop trails
Art structure
Great lawn
Wooded areas
Wetlands and a variety of wildlife habitats
Parking area
Park Hours:
Open 7:00 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. unless otherwise posted.
Off-Leash Dog Park
Temporary Closure Sept. 20-21
Our off-leash area at Meridian Habitat Park is open during normal park hours. Located at the south eastern end of the park, this 2-acre dog park includes a doggy drinking fountain, a doggy bag station, and is near ample parking. It is a perfect wooded area fully fenced for canines to play in natural ground cover and wood chips shaded by large trees.
Off-Leash Area Rules
Owners must be in the fence, supervising their dog with a leash readily available. Dog handlers must be at least 16 years of age; children under 13 must be accompanied by an adult and supervised at all times.
Strictly Prohibited:
Human and dog food
Glass containers
Dogs with a history of aggressive behavior
Puppies younger than four months old
Dogs in heat and Sick dogs
Off-leash rules are posted at the site for helpful review while enjoying the park.
Dogs must be on a leash in all other areas of the park--including routes to and from the off-leash areas.
Trails & Art
Visitors can now enjoy strolling along a new trail located at the corner of 144th Street and Meridian South heading into the park. This trail travels through sculptured swaying grass-like artwork titled SWAY created by artist Chris Spadafore who was commissioned by the Pierce County Arts Commission.
SWAY - reaching out to engage...playful in its scale...exploration of natural forms...an invitation to the park...a place to call home...
The art also incorporates a color-changing LED reader board that announces programs that take place at Meridian Habitat Park as well as local events offered by Pierce County Parks.
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