This beautifully landscaped seven-acre park offers open space and a range of recreational amenities for the community to enjoy.

Formerly known as the Lafayette Park, it was named in 1998 to honor Larry J. Marsalli - a former Mayor, Council Member, volunteer firefighter, and a longtime chair of the Santa Clara Parade of Champions, serving in that role for 50 years.

Larry J. Marsalli Park Dog Area

Open Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday and Saturday 6 a.m. to sunset.
Open Thursday 3 p.m. to sunset.

Amenities:

• 0.49 Acres 
• Natural grass
• Separate large and small dog areas
• Nearby water station
• Restrooms
• Nearby parking lot

Off Leash Dog Park/Area Rules

• Small Dog Area- 18" shoulder height or less
• Children under 5 years old must be accompanied by an adult
• Park may be closed during and after extreme wet weather
• Dogs must be accompanied by their handler at all times
• No more than two (2) dogs per adult allowed at one time
• Dogs must be leashed at all times outside of fenced enclosure
• All dogs must wear proof of valid license and vaccination
• Dogs in heat are not allowed
• The City of Santa Clara reserves the right to request removal of ay dog displaying aggressive or anti-social behavior
• Use of the dog park is at your own risk
• No food is allowed at the dog park

To hear messages regarding dog park closures due to rain or unscheduled maintenance, call the Dog Park Hotline: 408-615-3144.

Dogs in Other Parks

In all other parks, dogs must remain on a 6-foot leash.

We understand that there may be times when you are using a trail or park with your furry companion and need to use the restroom.  Dogs, other than service dogs, are not allowed in public buildings, and a dog outside while you use the restroom is not always the safest option.  If you are alone with your non-service dog and need to use a public restroom in a park, please…

• If you are feeling confident, announce that you are entering the restroom with a dog
• Keep your dog on a 6-foot leash, close to you when you enter the restroom
• Keep the dog in the stall with you
• Do not let your dog walk under partitions into adjoining stalls or place its head into or look into other stalls
• Do not let your dog approach other restroom users uninvited; not everyone is comfortable around dogs
• Finally, we know accidents can happen- if one does, please clean it up to the best of your ability