Like many local families, we rescued a puppy during the pandemic. Now about one year old, our chocolate lab mix, Reese, has energy to spare! We are lucky in Bucks County to have many great dog parks to enjoy with our favorite pups. Dog parks are a great place for our pups to play unleashed and meet new friends! Not sure about how dog parks work or if your dog is ready for one? Check out our etiquette and rules tips at the bottom of this story. And, of course, check with the dog parks listed below regarding park-specific rules and expectations.
Know of a dog park in Bucks County that we're missing? Let me know at traciw@macaronikid.com and we will add it to our list!
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Lower Bucks County Dog Parks:
Core Creek Dog Park ($)
Address: Park Rd, Langhorne, PA 19047
Phone: (215) 757-0571
Hours: 7 AM - Sunset (closed 12-3 pm Wednesdays for maintenance)
The Bucks County Off-Leash Dog Area at Core Creek Park is located at the Tollgate Road entrance to the park. The park offers many amenities including benches, landscaped pathways, water fountains, convenient parking, restrooms, biodegradable bags & waste stations, and play items for dogs such as hydrants. So that off-leash dogs can enjoy the park safely, there are two distinctly separate fenced in areas with separate entrance/exit areas: a Large Dog Area (Dogs over 28 lbs.) and a Small Dog Area (Dogs 28 lbs. or less). Dogs will be classified by weight class when access cards are granted, and each card will be programmed to allow access only to one designated area.
2021 Cost: $45 Bucks County resident/$65 non-resident
Click here for more information on dog park membership.
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Warminster Township Bark Park ($)
Address: 100 Veterans Way, Warminster, PA 18974
Hours: Dawn to Dusk
Located inside the Warminster COmmunity Park, the Bark Park has two (2) separate fenced-in areas for the dogs to run off-leash based on size. Additionally, the park has a shared covered pavilion with benches in each of the two main areas, water fountain/shower for the dogs (seasonal), “Pooper-Scooper” dispensers and biodegradable disposable bags, and sitting benches located throughout the Park. All interested members of the Bark Park must attend one free Bark Park workshop prior to acceptance. These workshops are provided each month at the Warminster Recreation & Education Center. The purpose of these workshops is to provide information to the responsible dog owner and to ensure the safety of all owners and dogs that play at the Bark Park.
2021 Cost: $25 Warminster Township resident/$35 non-resident
Click here for more information of obtaining a "Paws Pass" for the Bark Park.
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Lower Makefield Township Dog Park ($)
Address: 1950 Covington Rd, Yardley, PA 19067
Phone: 267-274-1105
Hours: Dawn to Dusk
In order to enjoy the Lower Makefield Township Dog Park, all park users must attend a mandatory education session that shows new members what to expect from dogs and people at the park. Only individuals who have been to orientation are permitted to take properly “registered dogs” to the park.
2021 Cost: $35 LMT resident/$50 non-resident
Click here for more information on dog park membership.
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Upper Bucks County Dog Parks:
Doylestown Dog Park ($)
Address: 1260 Almshouse Rd, Warrington, PA 18976
Phone: (215) 348-9915
Hours: Dawn to Dusk
The Doylestown Dog Park is comprised of three separate fenced-in areas: 1 acre for small dogs (29 lbs. or less), 1 acre for large dogs (30+ lbs.) and 1 acre for rotation area to preserve the turf and other special activities. Amenities include a shaded pavilion area, waste bags and receptacles, water fountains, benches, and trees and shrubs for screening and shade. In order to enjoy the Doylestown Dog Park, all park users must attend a mandatory education session that shows new members what to expect from dogs and people at the park. Only individuals who have been to orientation are permitted to take properly “registered dogs” to the park.
2021 Cost: $55 Doylestown resident/$65 non-resident
Click here for more information on dog park membership.
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Perkasie Dog Park
Address: 620 Constitution Ave, Perkasie, PA 18944
Hours: Dawn to Dusk
The Perkasie Dog Park is located off of Constitution Avenue across from the Perkasie Square Shopping Center. Water is available at the park, and there are benches inside the fenced area. There are restroom facilities located across the Lenape Park near the softball field.
2021 Cost: FREE
Montgomery County Dog Parks:
Horsham Dog Park
Address: 1013 Horsham Rd, Horsham, PA 19044
Phone: (267) 987-1797
Hours: 7 AM - 7 PM
2021 Cost: FREE
Mill Creek Park
Address: 3530 Mill Rd, Hatboro, PA 19040
Phone: (215) 659-3100 ext. 1039
2021 Cost: Free
Hatfield Dog Park
Address: 2500 North Chestnut St., Hatfield, PA 19440
Phone: 215-855-0900
2021 Cost: Free
Montgomery Township Bark Park
Address: 1228 Welsh Rd, North Wales, PA 19454
Phone: (215) 393-6900
2021 Cost: Free
Dog Park Tips:
Follow the rules! Typical dog park rules include:
- Dogs must be spayed or neutered, up to date on vaccines and shots, and supervised at all times.
- Clean up after your pooch! No one wants to step in that mess.
- Know your dog: If you have a dog that has shown aggression toward other animals, children, or adults, it's best to leave them at home.
- Taking your kids? Supervise them closely! Let them know that running and loud play aren't a good idea around dogs they don't know well, and teach them how to approach a dog to pet it.
- Don't bring your lunch. It only invites begging and aggressive behaviors.
- Be polite and considerate of other park users. Common sense prevails!
Read more about dog park etiquette from the Whole Dog Journal.
We hope this list of dog parks in and around Bucks County helps you find some fun places for your family to explore with your dogs. Now get the whole family — even the four-legged members — out to play! Reese and I hope to see you there!
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