dog friendly park

Garvin Park

Overview: Garvin Park is rated 4.4/5 from 1648 Google reviews. This park offers a pond for fishing, walking paths, and opportunities to feed ducks and squirrels. Crowd: Reviews describe a friendly crowd of owners and dogs. Downsides: Some reviews mention the grounds can be trashy.

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4.4Google rating

1,648reviews

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4.4(1,648 reviews)

People say this park offers a pond for fishing, walking paths, and opportunities to feed ducks and squirrels. They also highlight the spacious grounds, amenities for events, and the beautiful Christmas lights. Some reviews mention the grounds can be trashy.

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general off-leash exercise

Quick facts

Address45 Don Mattingly Way, Evansville, IN 47711, USA

Phone(812) 435-6141

City pageEvansville

Imported fromEvansville, IN

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Merry May9 months ago

St. Paul's Lutheran Church invited us out to watch the Evansville Otters play, and they did not disappoint. I'm so glad that I was in attendance. Congrats, boys!

Wil Kis3 months ago

Worked the fantasy of lights, for many many years. As a kid went swimming as well fishing and family get togethers. Barely remember Freedom Fest 1972.

KSP4 years ago

I came here for the Fantasy of Lights and took a carriage ride, and it was BREATHTAKING. You can drive through as well, which is better if you prefer to stay warm and are okay with missing the added experience of taking a carriage. However, I highly recommend taking the carriage, the drivers are very friendly and the experience alone is well worth the cost. Also, the horses are amazing. If you are a local this is a staple for the holidays, just be sure to bundle up and bring a few blankets. Even if you are from out of town I recommend paying this a visit, you won’t regret it!

Greg Haller5 months ago

Astroturf Park. Some interesting new play structures. Too nice basketball courts well lit.

Fredrick Jay Harder2 years ago

The pond has been rather cleaned and is a harmonious niche for geese and ducks. The grounds are a great co-habitat for people loving geese, adorable ducks, and lively squirrels. The lush is numerous and the buildings are sound. The place has great security and well founded meetings are held here periodically. Practically the heart of Evansville, Garvin Park is definitely worth a visit in practically any section. Evansville Businesses Lovingly Decorate Christmas Season

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Monday: 5:00 AM – 11:00 PM
Tuesday: 5:00 AM – 11:00 PM
Wednesday: 5:00 AM – 11:00 PM
Thursday: 5:00 AM – 11:00 PM
Friday: 5:00 AM – 11:00 PM
Saturday: 5:00 AM – 11:00 PM
Sunday: 5:00 AM – 11:00 PM

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