Biloxi has three city dog parks, at Popp's Ferry, Hiller Park and Savarro Park. Here are their rules and hours, dog events and who to call about loose dogs.

Last checked Oct. 12, 2026. Sources: the City of Biloxi’s parks page, dog park rules (PDF), 2025 dog park notice and community calendars. The city’s animal rules are in the Biloxi Code of Ordinances.

Biloxi Parks and Recreation runs three fenced dog parks, and the busiest of them, at Popp’s Ferry, got new agility equipment in 2025. Leashed dogs are welcome at several downtown events through the year. This guide covers where to take a dog, the rules that apply and who to call.

Who to call

The three dog parks

Park Address Notes
Biloxi Dog Park (Popp’s Ferry) Popp’s Ferry Recreation Complex, 2150 Popp’s Ferry Road The large park; agility equipment added in 2025
Pixie’s Memorial Dog Park Hiller Park, 1950 Atkinson Road Smaller park off Pass Road
Savarro Dog Park 1353 Irish Hill Drive Smaller park in Savarro Park

All three have drinking water, benches, open space and waste stations, according to the city’s parks page.

New equipment. In May 2025 the City Council approved a $22,257 package for the Popp’s Ferry park from Magnolia Recreation: hoops, steppers, a dog walk ramp, two dog fire hydrants, two resting tables, a jump, a water fountain and three waste stations. Parks Director Sherry Bell called it “one of the most used parks in the city.”

Hours. The city’s May 2025 notice gave dog park hours as 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. daily; the parks ordinance allows dog parks to stay open as late as 10 p.m. Check the sign at the gate. Closures are posted on the Biloxi Dog Park Facebook page.

Dog park rules

From the city’s posted rules (PDF):

  • Every dog must be licensed and vaccinated and wear a visible license.
  • No puppies under 4 months and no females in heat.
  • Leash on and gates fully closed when entering and leaving; carry the leash at all times.
  • Two dogs per handler, at most. Handlers must be 16 or older.
  • No children 8 and under; ages 9 to 15 must be with a handler.
  • No spiked collars, grooming, professional training, or food or treats of any kind.
  • Pick up after your dog and fill any holes it digs.
  • Remove your dog at the first sign of aggression. Handlers are responsible for any injury their dog causes, and use of the park is at your own risk.

Report illegal or suspicious activity at a dog park to 228-388-7170.

Leash rules around town

Outside the dog parks, keep your dog leashed and under control. Biloxi’s animal control rules are in the city’s Code of Ordinances; call Animal Control at 228-392-0641 with questions or to report a dog at large.

At big events the rules are stricter. The city’s spring break traffic plan, for example, says no animals are allowed in any event area.

Dog-friendly events

  • Krewe of Barkloxi PAWrade, each February during Carnival. The 10th annual parade was Feb. 1, 2026, at 11 a.m. at the Point Cadet Pavilion, 121 Cadet St., presented by the Humane Society of South Mississippi. Dogs register through the Humane Society. Details: 228-435-6149.
  • Boo on the Rue, late October on Rue Magnolia downtown. The 2025 party had a costume contest with prizes for pets, and pets had to be on a leash. See our Halloween events page.

Before a storm

Typical public hurricane shelters in Harrison County do not take pets. Make a plan for your dog before hurricane season; see our hurricane prep guide.

What this means for you

  • Off-leash play: the three city dog parks, with your dog’s license tag on.
  • Kids: leave children 8 and under outside the dog park fence.
  • Loose dog: call Animal Control at 228-392-0641.

More: parks and trails in Biloxi and walking and biking trails.

Frequently asked questions

Where are the dog parks in Biloxi?

The city has three: the large Biloxi Dog Park at the Popp’s Ferry Recreation Complex, 2150 Popp’s Ferry Road; Pixie’s Memorial Dog Park at Hiller Park, 1950 Atkinson Road; and Savarro Dog Park, 1353 Irish Hill Drive.

What are the Biloxi dog park rules?

Dogs must be licensed, vaccinated and wearing a visible license; no puppies under 4 months or females in heat; leash on through the gates; no more than two dogs per handler; no food or treats; children 8 and under are not allowed, and handlers must be 16 or older.

Who do I call about a loose or stray dog in Biloxi?

Biloxi Animal Control, 228-392-0641. For an emergency, call 911.

Can I bring my dog to Biloxi events?

Some welcome leashed pets: Boo on the Rue in October has invited pets on a leash, and the Krewe of Barkloxi PAWrade each February is a parade for dogs. The city’s spring break rules ban animals from event areas.