The Newport Dog Park is in a very accessible spot just over the Newport Bridge. Once over the bridge take 138 East towards Fall River and Cape Cod, shortly you will take the Admiral Kalbfus ramp and continue until you hit a rotary. The first exit will take you past a U-Haul center and your destination will be on the left.
The Newport Dog Park is right next to 138 so it is easy to spot while driving. On the other hand, having your dog play right next to a freeway is rather nerve racking. The upside to this is the fact that it is never too dark because of the lights from the road. The parking is simply a dirt lot alongside the park but since the park doesn’t seem to get too busy, it fits the purpose.
The fence that surrounds the park appears to be quite old and weathered, with a fair amount of rust along the top. 
While this is obviously a hazard to people, there are also a few holes that would allow dogs to escape, something that needs to be addressed. Newport Dog park has two sections, one for large dogs and a much smaller section for small dogs. Each has a double gate leading into it which is especially important with the road so close by. The park also provides trash cans, a few benches, and dog poop bags to clean up after your pet. 
A few chairs have also been left behind so owners can have a seat while their dog makes some friends. However, with only a few over hanging trees in both sections, there is little shade. This shouldn’t be a problem for those who come in the early morning or evening, but for those who visit mid-day, beware the heat and bring your own water because this park lacks a running water spigot.
The patrons do seem to enjoy the mulch which was put down by the town. It allows the dogs to play on a surface that gives and they won’t get too dirty. The park overall is a good space for your dog to run around, but it doesn’t seem to be as popular as other parks so if you are looking for a bunch of dogs to socialize your pup, you might want to look elsewhere. Newport Dog Park meets the needs of a dog park but offers few frills. Head on over and check out the park and tell us what you think below!