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New Castle County Bark Park

Overview: New Castle County Bark Park is rated 4.6/5 from 295 Google reviews. Dog owners say this dog park offers two large, fenced-in, mulched areas for dogs to play and socialize, with fresh water, tennis balls, and plenty of trash cans and doggy bag stations. Amenities: Reviewers often mention shade and tree cover, water fountains or bowls, secure fencing and separate dog areas, and poop bags, seating, and other park extras. Downsides: Some reviews mention inconsistent cleanliness.

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4.6Google rating

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4.6(295 reviews)

Dog owners say this dog park offers two large, fenced-in, mulched areas for dogs to play and socialize, with fresh water, tennis balls, and plenty of trash cans and doggy bag stations. They also highlight the friendly atmosphere, with both dogs and people being welcoming.

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dogs that need room to runsmall dogs or homes with multiple dog sizesowners who want shade, seating, and water access

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AddressNewark, DE 19702, USA

Phone(302) 395-5362

City pageWilmington

Imported fromWilmington, DE

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Justin-lee Renfroa year ago

Beautiful well kept dog park. The county did a really great job setting this up for the dogs and people to socialize. Not just one but two huge fenced in areas that is mulched completely mulched down. Several trash cans and doggy bag stations to clean up after your pup. Free tennis balls to help engage the dogs. Fresh water station so they can get a drink while they play. 8 foot fences to keep them safe from escaping. If you have a dog that needs to burn some energy and socialize, this a great pick!!

Debbiea year ago

My second time here. First time I started on little side because there were only two huge dogs in there and I wanted my dog to get a little energy out before going into big side that had dogs from little to large. Great place for dogs to run and play. Owners are nice. As in anywhere you get the lazy owners that don’t pick up after their dog. Yesterday it didn’t seem to be an issue. First thing this morning there were piles of poop and one corner was awful with poop. I will pick my dog’s poop up and a random pile near by but this one corner this morning was ridiculous. Do better people. You know who you are. Always watch for the pack mentality when there are a lot of dogs playing in one group. If you have a dog that you feel is going to be over welcomed by the dogs that are already in the gate, maybe take to the small side so they can meet through the fence first. Then bring into crowded side. The last dog to come into the fence is always the most interesting to the dogs already playing together. We will be back more often. Thank you NCCBP!

Dom HB7 years ago

This is a great place for dogs. However some people are a little over protective of their dogs wrestling. There is a large section for larger dogs; and a smaller area for small dogs and puppies. My dog is large about 65 pounds and loves to jump, bark, wrestle with other area dogs. When other dogs aren't available he will run circles in the nicely enclosed area.

c peterson4 years ago

It’s kinda gross. There are good fences, benches and water.. shade too but it’s weedy with muddy areas and old mulch. just not great. No dogs were there to play.. The trails and surrounding park areas are lovely, mowed and well kept.

B K4 years ago

Good park. Equipment needs repair but is still usable. People and dogs are hit and miss on being respectful and safe.

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