A golden retriever wading through the park's brook

Room to run. A creek to splash in. Always free.

The largest dog park in the tri-state area, in Wantage, Sussex County, NJ. 4+ fenced acres, open dawn to dusk, free for every dog wherever you live.

Worth the drive

A visitor and her dog standing in the shallow brook

A creek for wading

Hot day? The park's natural brook is where dogs go to cool off. Pack a towel for the ride home.

A pug nosing through the grass

Room for every size

Separate fenced parks for big dogs and for small and older dogs, so nobody gets bowled over.

Visitors and dogs spread across a green hillside at the park

Eight acres of Sussex County

More than 4 fenced acres of rolling hills to run flat out on, with benches and shade for the humans.

A husky drinking from a water bowl at the well

Fresh well water

Fresh well water for dogs at no charge, and cold water available for $1.

Also at the park

  • Separate entrance and exit, each with a double-gated vestibule
  • Agility course and toys
  • Umbrellas for shade and benches to sit on
  • Waste bags provided
  • Plenty of parking and a port-a-potty
  • Bulletin board for news and seasonal decorations

It started with two dogs named Jack and Jill

Stu and Marilyn Baker kept getting thrown out of High Point State Park for letting Jack and Jill run off leash. After the last time, Marilyn asked Stu, "Why don't you start a dog park?" He said, "Why not!" The park opened in December 2006, built entirely with private donations.

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Two dogs chasing each other across the grass A dog retrieving a ball A black dog resting in the grass with a ball Shade umbrellas at the park

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Before you visit

  • Dogs over 4 months must be healthy, vaccinated against rabies, and licensed.
  • Owners must clean up after their dogs and keep possession of a leash at all times.
  • Two-dog limit per adult visitor.
  • Shock, choke, prong, and spike collars are prohibited.
  • Children under 16 must be accompanied by an adult.

Remember, you are responsible for your dog and your safety in the park. Use of the dog park is at your own risk.

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Overheard at the gate

"I travel an hour so my 3 dogs can have fun. Great park, thank you!"
Netcong, NJ
"We absolutely love the dog park and the people there. We've made some new friends."
Jennifer L., Wantage, NJ
"Great park in the snow. Max loved it!"
Morristown, NJ

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