Barkwood Dog Park - Rockton, IL
Barkwood Dog Park in Rockton, Illinois
Situated at 11369 N Main St, Barkwood Dog Park is a spacious, well-maintained dog park in Rockton, Illinois, managed by the Village of Rockton. This unique destination was transformed from a former 9-hole golf course, offering expansive areas for your furry friend to play and socialize. Pet owners and their pups can enjoy a mix of secure fenced areas and scenic, mowed walking trails that wind through prairies, ideal for off-leash fun and dog-friendly hiking. The park welcomes dogs of all sizes and provides a safe environment for exercise and exploration.
Barkwood stands out for its thoughtful amenities that make visiting easy and enjoyable. The park features separate fenced sections for small and large dogs, poop bag dispensers, seating areas, and a convenient porta-john restroom. Accessibility is a priority, with both a wheelchair-accessible entrance and parking lot. Whether your dog prefers mingling in a secure setting or exploring open trails, Barkwood Dog Park offers plenty of opportunities for outdoor adventure and socialization in the heart of Rockton.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Are dogs allowed off-leash at this park? Yes, dogs are allowed off-leash in the designated fenced areas and on the trails.
- Is there a fenced area for dogs? Yes, Barkwood has fenced areas for dogs to play safely.
- Are there walking or hiking trails connected to the park? Yes, the park features mowed walking trails throughout the property.
- Are there separate areas for small and large dogs? Yes, there is a fenced area for small dogs and another for medium to large dogs.
- Are poop bags or waste stations provided? Yes, plastic bag dispensers are available in the fenced area.
- Are restrooms available for owners? Yes, a porta-john is on site.
- Is the park wheelchair accessible? Yes, both the entrance and parking lot are wheelchair accessible.
- Is there a fee or membership required to enter? Yes, there is an annual fee required.
- Is the park regularly cleaned and maintained? Yes, the park is well maintained by the Village of Rockton and frequented by responsible pet owners.
- Is parking available? Yes, there is a parking lot on site.
Reviews
Love this park! My husband and I take our dogs here all the time. We don’t use the fenced part of the park we take our dogs on the trails around the parking lot and fenced in portion.
We have a 6 month old Golden Retriever and found this park a month ago. While I have a large fenced yard at home, Barkwood gives our pup the opportunity to socialize with other dogs and run off leash in a prairie environment. This used to be a 9 hole golf course, which gives an idea of the size of the site. Nice, mowed walking trails throughout the property and most pet owners seem responsible about picking up after their pets (there is plastic bag dispensers located in the fenced area). It is well maintained by the Village of Rockton, porta-john on site and worth every penny of the annual fee charged.
Nice large area that is well maintained maintenance wise by the village and treasured by its users and their owners. Great place to help your dog burn so energy off. I know my Bennie loves it and jumps at the words “puppy park”. There is a Facebook page as well if more information is needed
Very nicely groomed paths. Quiet area and the dogs love the freedom to run.
Had I known how great this park is I would have gone so many years ago. The fenced in areas (one for small dogs and one for medium to large) are great for quick trips, rambunctious and not well minded pups. Then you have the unfenced well maintained trails that are beautiful, and allow for great trail walking with or without a four-legged friend. The pups love the out-of-bounds trails with one of them constantly exploring the brush.
As for poop, like anywhere there is some to deal with. Overall though, I give this place a 4.8 out of 5 for people being respectful and responsible. They have bags there for use, but I still bring my own.