A five-acre dog park, called Canine Crossing, opened on the weekend. The park includes two fenced play areas: one for dogs less than 20 pounds and the other dogs heavier than 20 pounds.
There are also concrete tunnels, fire hydrants and water fountains reserved for dogs. Amenities for people include two covered pavilions, a walking area, benches, and restrooms.
Canine Crossing is 10 miles from Jefferson Park, on the far side of College Park.
Canine Crossing on the map:
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Press release:
Fulton County Announces the Grand Opening of the “Canine Crossing”
Fulton County Vice Chairman William “Bill” Edwards will host the grand opening of South Fulton County’s first dog park on Saturday, October 10, 2009 at 10 a.m. Dogs and dog owners in South Fulton will have a new place to play thanks to Canine Crossing Dog Park.
Canine Crossing covers more than five acres and features two fenced dog play areas; one for dogs less than 20 pounds and one for dogs more than 20 pounds. The park also offers concrete tunnels, fire hydrants and water fountains for all dogs. For people, amenities include two covered pavilions, a walking area, benches, and restrooms.
Vice-Chairman Edwards said of the dog park, “Canine Crossing provides a new recreational opportunity for the dog owners and residents of South Fulton County. The park was designed and built solely by Fulton County employees which shows the County’s commitment to the innovative use of resources in serving South Fulton residents.”
The address of Canine Crossing is 4951 Camp Drive. It is located between the South Fulton Government Service Center (5600 Stonewall Tell Road, College Park) and the South Fulton Tennis Center (5645 Mason Road, College Park). Parking is available at the South Fulton Government Service Center.
Canine Crossing is Fulton County Parks and Recreation’s first dog park and is a service of the South Fulton Special Services District. For more information on Fulton County Parks and Recreation facilities and programs, log onto www.fultonparks.org or call 770-306-3010.
