Idlewild Dog Park - Burlington, KY
Idlewild Dog Park in Burlington, Kentucky
Idlewild Dog Park is a spacious, pet-friendly park in Burlington, Kentucky, designed with both dogs and their owners in mind. The park features several large, fenced-in areas where dogs can safely run off-leash, and there are specific sections for small (under 30 lbs) and large dogs (over 30 lbs). For your convenience, each section is equipped with a covered picnic table, and water fountains with dog bowls are available throughout the park to keep pups hydrated. Parking and wheelchair-accessible entrances make it easy for everyone in the community to enjoy this space.
With plentiful roaming space, the park is ideal for exercise and socialization. Although shade is limited (primarily mesh covers over tables), visitors appreciate the clean grounds, friendly atmosphere, and secure, multi-gated entrances. Recent upgrades include concrete pads under picnic tables for mud-free seating and a portable restroom near the parking lot. Idlewild Dog Park is a top choice for dog owners seeking a safe, engaging environment in the Northern Kentucky area.
Idlewild Dog Park FAQ
- Are dogs allowed off-leash at this park? Yes, dogs are allowed off-leash within the designated fenced areas.
- Is there a fenced area for dogs? Yes, the park is fully fenced, with multiple large sections for dogs.
- Is there a separate area for small and large dogs? Yes, there are 3 small dog sections (under 30 lbs) and 5 large dog sections (over 30 lbs).
- Are there water fountains or bowls for dogs? Yes, each section has water fountains and dog bowls available.
- Is there shade or shelter available? Minimal shade is available – mostly mesh covers over picnic tables.
- Are there benches or seating areas for owners? Yes, each section includes a covered picnic table for seating.
- Are restrooms available for owners? There is a portable restroom located by the parking lot.
- Is the park wheelchair accessible? Yes, Idlewild Dog Park has a wheelchair-accessible entrance and parking lot.
- Is the park regularly cleaned and maintained? Yes, visitors note that the park is generally clean and well-maintained.
- Is parking available? Yes, there is a designated parking area for the park.
Reviews
Great space!!! My 4 huskies had a ball
So happy our community got this new dog park. They were very thoughtful with many aspects of it, like the entrance is a long hallway with multiple gates, and gates open both ways. Each section has a water fountain dog bowl which is lovely, and theres a waterbottle refill outside the park. They currently have a large portable restroom by the parking lot. Each section has a picnic table on a concrete pad (no more mud pits!!) with a mesh shade overhead.
It has some room for improvement still.
It has lots of moderately large sized sections, which are divided by gates. So you can open them if you want more room or want to join dog-parties, but smaller dogs CAN slip under the gates when theyre closed. Some sections have gates to the outside which would be concerning for little dogs or escapees. If you’re training or have a reactive dog, be wary of surprise guests. You have to secure all three gates, so double check. You pretty much HAVE to parade past every section if youre trying to get to the back, which can cause a big todo. I do hope they might put some trees in. Dogs love trees, and itd be pretty.
My biggest caution is pay attention to paw pads! Both our dogs tore their paw pads on separate occasions, in different sections, from running around on the gravel and packed dirt. Im not sure whats different about the old park vs this one, but maybe over time the dirt will soften up for their feet.
Overall I appreciate how thoughtful they were with a lot of things, theres sooo much space and different sized sections. Definitely an upgrade.
So much room! This park has 3 small dog sections (under 30lbs) and 5 large dog sections (over 30 lbs) each section has a covered picnic table.
Positives-multiple large areas for dogs to run. Water Stations throughout. Clean, people are picking up after their pets. When other dogs there (rarely), owners and pets friendly.
Negatives- no shade at all. Dogs huddle under the picnic table. Rarely any other dogs there. Location seems barren.
Not impressed. Makes me reminiscent of the old days when it was located where the shelter is currently. Plenty of trees, little sitting areas with roofs, big open area with benches throughout. Oh the old days….
Fenced in but unfortunately not very securely. Easy for dogs to slip under the gates. Also unfortunately never any other dogs here when we come. The 3 dogs in the photo are mine. So it’s a dead dog park.