+ Add trail

Del City Trail

Oklahoma City, OK · Oklahoma County · 1.0 mi · Network

A flat 1.0-mile network. Good shade throughout; water access along most of the route; best in the morning or evening during summer.

Dogs allowedAllowed
Leash ruleRequired
Trail effortFlat
ShadeHigh shade
Certified dog policySource: Park Rules | Oklahoma City Parks & RecreationBest in spring and fall; avoid midday in summer.
Best entry:Trailhead #2

Del City Trail is a 1.0-mile dog-friendly trail in Oklahoma City, OK. Includes leash-required policy details · high shade. Elevation gain is about 43 ft. Looking for more options in Oklahoma City dog-friendly trails or across dog-friendly trails across Oklahoma? Use the sections below for dog policy, access points, shade/heat, water, terrain, and safety.

Dog Fit

Dogs allowed status, leash expectations, and suitability by dog type

Dogs must be on a leash (max 6 feet) in all Oklahoma City parks. Owner must hold the leash at all times. Off-leash only in designated dog park areas.
Suitability by dog type

By Dog Type

How this trail suits different kinds of dogs

Small Dog
Toy & small breeds
90%
Great fit
Short & easy to complete
Smooth, easy on paws
Warm; bring extra water
Senior Dog
Older dogs, 7+ years
100%
Great fit
Flat & joint-friendly
Short, relaxed walk
Smooth surface — easy going
Reactive Dog
Reactive to dogs & strangers
100%
Great fit
Usually quiet — fewer encounters
All dogs leashed — controlled
Can cut short if needed
Sensitive Dog
Anxious or paw-sensitive dogs
58%
Fair fit
Paw-friendly surface
Warm — check ground temp
Quiet — less stressful
Getting-Fit Dog
Building up stamina
100%
Great fit
Ideal starter length (1–2.5 mi)
Flat — great for conditioning
Can shorten route if needed
Water Lover
Dogs who love to swim & splash
34%
Tough
Water nearby — no swim confirmed
Water along most of the route
Leash required — limits water play

Trail Suitability

Who this trail works best for — and what to watch

Well-shaded, waterside trail — good fit with minor considerations

Best for

Senior dogsSmall dogsEasy walksHeat-sensitive dogsReactive dogsWater-loving dogsFirst-time trail dogs

Use caution if

Dogs off trail

Elevated hazard rating — road crossings, terrain, or other risk factors present

Most comfortable when

Morning or late afternoon

— Limited shade — more comfortable outside peak midday hours

Why this trail works

  • ~100% shade coverage along the route
  • Water accessible near ~100% of the trail
  • Paved surface — easy on paws

Safety & Conditions

Hazards, heat exposure, crowd level, and nearby emergency vet context

HAZARDSHigh
SHADE / HEATHigh shadeHeat risk present
CROWDLowTypically uncrowded
NEAREST VET2.2 km awayReno Animal Hospital

High hazards

4 risky road crossings; 9 bike conflict zones

Terrain & Comfort

Elevation, surface, shade, heat, and water signals for dog hiking comfort

EffortFlat
SurfaceMixed
ShadeHigh
WaterGood

Elevation & Width

Distance and climbing are shown together so you can judge overall effort for your dog on a 1.

Trail Effort

Easy

Flat or gently rolling. Comfortable for almost all dogs.

EasyModerate
Challenging
Strenuous
Gain:43 ftGain/mi:41 ft/miSteep sections:Low
Rated from 43 ft gain + 41 ft/mi.
Elevation Profile
1,207 ft1,191 ft0 mi1.0 mi1
Trail Width
Narrow
Narrow
< 6 ft
In-between
6-10 ft
Wide
10+ ft
NARROWTypical: ~0 ftWIDE

Mostly single-file with tighter passing space.

Surface & Paws

Surface coverage helps you plan for paw comfort and choose routes that match your dog's tolerance for rough or hot terrain.

Surface

What your dog will walk on

Mostly: Asphalt

Firm, consistent footing with less natural cushioning.

Hard surface riskSmooth / Paw-friendly
Surface along the trail
AsphaltUnknownAsphaltUnknownAsphaltUnknownAsphalt0 mi1.0 mi1HardUnknown

Top surfaces

Asphalt
59%
Paved
21%
Not mapped
16%

Quick read

Roughness: Low

This trail is mostly Asphalt. A notable share is paved (21%). You will also encounter not mapped (16%). Generally comfortable for most dogs.

Best forstrollersroad bikesquick walks

Shade & Heat

Shade coverage and heat exposure are summarized to show when this trail is safer for warm-weather dog hikes.

🌳 Shade

HIGH

High shade coverage

100.0%
Shade along the trail
0 mi1.0 mi1SunPartialShadeDense

Exposure mix

Sun
0%
Partial
0%
Shade
73%
Dense
27%

Quick read

Most of the trail benefits from consistent tree cover.

Water Access

Water proximity is tracked along the route (100%) to help you plan hydration and cooldown stops.

Water

Hydration & splash potential

Near water: 100%
Swim: Unlikely
Water nearby100%

Water types nearby

Stream

Stream

Quick read

Water is frequently near the route—great for cooling breaks. Bring a bowl anyway. Swimming spots are unlikely.

Access & Entry

Trailheads, parking, and entry logistics for hiking with dogs

Parking Lots11
Capacity—
FeeFree

This section covers 4 trailheads listed, 11 parking lots, and amenity placement so you can plan start points and access logistics before arriving.

Primary trailhead

Parking #1
Primary🔓 Access not confirmed💵 Fee not posted📍 Near trail (~50 m)

Other access points

Ray Trent Park

4501 Tinker Diagonal, Del City, OK 73115

🔓 Access not confirmed💵 Fee not posted📍 Distance not measured★ 4.2 (565)
Trailhead #2
🔓 Access not confirmed💵 Fee not posted📍 Distance not measured

Amenities along the route

Nearby facilities around the start, middle, and end of this trail.

Amenities along the trail
🚻 Restrooms (1)Restrooms at 0.8 mi0 mi1.0 mi1

Near the start

Mostly parking nearby

🅿️Parking
2
closest: 291 m • short walk
Point details
  • Parking area
    291 m • short walk
    ↗
  • Parking area
    351 m • nearby
    ↗

Near the middle

Restrooms nearby

🚻Restrooms
1
closest: 89 m • very close
🅿️Parking
1
closest: 489 m • nearby
Point details
  • Restrooms area
    89 m • very close
    ↗
  • Parking area
    489 m • nearby
    ↗

Near the end

Mostly parking nearby

🅿️Parking
8
closest: 84 m • very close
Point details
  • Parking area
    84 m • very close
    ↗
  • Parking area
    271 m • short walk
    ↗
  • Parking area
    292 m • short walk
    ↗
Show 5 more
  • Parking area
    294 m • short walk
    ↗
  • Parking area
    354 m • nearby
    ↗
  • Parking area
    354 m • nearby
    ↗
  • Parking area
    459 m • nearby
    ↗
  • Parking area
    502 m • nearby
    ↗
Parking details

🅿 Parking

Parking availability unknown
—Estimated capacity
11 parking locations
No known parking fee

Multiple access points reduce congestion near trailheads.

Map & Route

Trail layout, trailheads, parking, and dog-relevant points of interest

Map

Explore More

Highlights, viewpoints, and bailout options

Highlights

5 highlights on or near the trail

🏛️ HistoricHistoric · 1.1 miHistoric · 1.2 miHistoric · 1.2 miHistoric · 1.2 mi0 mi1.0 mi1

Highlights

5 total
Closest: Memorial · 21 m

Memorial

Historic · Memorial

Very close
21 mfrom trail
Open OSM

Memorial

Historic · Memorial

Close
27 mfrom trail
Open OSM

Memorial

Historic · Memorial

Close
39 mfrom trail
Open OSM
Bailout & exit options

Exit options (Bailouts)

Bailout: highScore: 0.75

Fast exits if you need to shorten the route.

Actionable: 8Dead ends: 0Closest Start: 79 m
Method + full metrics

Based on trail graph connectivity and nearby exits.

Total spots: 8Actionable exits: 8Dead ends: 0Closest near Start: 79 mClosest near Midpoint: 350 mClosest near End: 0 m
🚪 ExitsTrail entrance / exit · Trail entrance / exitTrail entrance / exit · Trail entrance / exitTrail entrance / exit · 79 m from startTrail entrance / exit · 165 m from startTrail entrance / exit · Trail entrance / exitTrail entrance / exit · Trail entrance / exitTrail entrance / exit · Trail entrance / exitTrail entrance / exit · Trail entrance / exit0 mi1.0 mi0.5 mi
8 actionable exits· closest 79 m from start
  • High access density (7.66/mi).
  • Route structure (network) supports alternate exits.
  • Entrance count is estimated from graph topology (proxy).

Top exits near Start

Trail entrance / exit

Near Start · 79 m from start

EntranceDead End
79 mGoogle Maps OSM unavailable

Trail entrance / exit

Near Start · 165 m from start

EntranceDead End
165 mGoogle Maps OSM unavailable

Rules & Safety

Dog policy context, emergency resources, and trail hazard overview

Current hazard level is marked as high. 3 nearby emergency veterinary options mapped where available.

Dog Emergency

Emergency help nearby

Nearest vet: 1.4 mi

Reno Animal Hospital

1.4 mi from trail · Veterinary · 6400 East Reno Avenue, Midwest City, 73110

Animal Medical Center

3.6 mi from trail · Veterinary · 8701 Southeast 29th Street, Midwest City, 73110

James G Graham DVM Classen View Veterinary

6.0 mi from trail · Veterinary

Hazards

Updated: —

High
Road: 8Risky road: 4Bike: 9+1 more

Primary concerns: Road crossings (4 risky), Bike conflict (9)

Show hazard breakdown
Road crossings
Total: 8
Risky: 4
Water crossings
5
Cliff / steep edge
0
Bike conflict
9
Off-leash conflict proxy
1

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about dogs on this trail

Are dogs allowed on Del City Trail?

Yes, dogs are allowed on Del City Trail.

Do dogs need to be on a leash on Del City Trail?

Yes, dogs are required to be on a leash no longer than 6 feet at all times on Del City Trail. Off-leash is only permitted in designated dog park areas.

Is there drinking water available for dogs along Del City Trail?

Unknown based on available data.

Is Del City Trail mostly shaded or sun-exposed?

Del City Trail has high shade coverage, with shade proxy percent at 1 and a shade proxy score of 0.7043.

What is the trail surface like for dog paws on Del City Trail?

The trail surface is primarily asphalt, making up 35.8% of the trail. There is also 5.6% natural surface.

How muddy does Del City Trail get after rain?

Del City Trail has a low mud risk, as it is mostly paved.

How crowded does Del City Trail get, and when is the best time to visit?

Del City Trail is considered low crowd class, with reasons including proximity to residential/commercial areas. Specific times for visiting are unknown based on available data.

What is the parking situation at Del City Trail?

There are 11 parking spots available at Del City Trail. Whether there is a parking fee is unknown.

What amenities are available at Del City Trail (restrooms, waste bins, benches)?

Del City Trail has 1 toilet available. There are no benches, picnic tables, or waste baskets noted.

Are there any safety concerns for dogs on Del City Trail (heat, terrain, water crossings)?

Del City Trail has a medium heat risk. Safety concerns include 8 mapped road crossings with 4 being risky, and 5 water crossing points. There are also 9 cycleway conflict proxies and 1 off-leash conflict proxy.