Frequently Asked Questions

Bark Park is open from sunrise to sunset and will follow Back Creek Park's normal operational schedule. 

Yes, they do. All dogs should have their Rabies, Parvovirus, and Bordatella vaccines. Parks & Recreation staff will periodically spot-check Bark Park, and the rules are posted outside the facility. 

There is no fee to use the Bark Park or any of the facilities located at Back Creek Park. 

No, all dogs must be supervised while in the Bark Park. Any unsupervised dogs will be turned over to York County Animal Services.

Please call York County Animal Services at 757-890-3600 or visit their website at Animal Services

Yes, we do! There are three stations at the Bark Park: one in the small dog section, one in the large dog section, and one outside the front gates.

No one under 16 is permitted within the Bark Park due to liability and safety concerns. 

All dogs must be four months of age or older to visit the Bark Park. Our small dog and large dog sections are separated by weight: the small dog side is 30 lbs and under, and the large dog side is 30 lbs or more. Each dog that visits must utilize the side according to its weight.

Each dog handler is only permitted to bring two dogs at a time. If you would like to bring more than two dogs, you would need to have additional handlers present.