Bourbon City Bark Park - Bardstown, KY
Bourbon City Bark Park – Dog Park in Bardstown, Kentucky
Located in Bardstown, Kentucky, Bourbon City Bark Park offers local dog owners a secure, member-only experience for their canine companions. This well-maintained dog park requires proof of vaccinations and either a day pass or membership, which can be conveniently obtained at the nearby Sav a Lot. The strict access requirements help ensure that all visiting pets are up-to-date on vaccinations, providing peace of mind for responsible pet owners.
The park features separate areas for small and large dogs, with the small dog section offering plenty of shade—ideal for hot Kentucky summers. There’s also agility equipment and a dedicated obstacle area to keep active pups entertained. While the access process is more involved than other parks, it results in a safer, less crowded, and well-managed environment for your four-legged friends. Wheelchair accessible parking is available onsite, making it easy for everyone to visit. Events like water days for dogs in summer months add to the park’s appeal for locals and travelers alike.
FAQ – Bourbon City Bark Park
- Are dogs allowed off-leash at this park? Yes, dogs are allowed off-leash in the designated dog park areas.
- Is there a fenced area for dogs? Yes, the dog park is securely fenced.
- Are there breed or size restrictions at this dog park? There are separate areas for small and large dogs.
- Are vaccinations required for dogs? Yes, up-to-date vaccinations are required and must be documented for access.
- Is there shade or shelter available? Yes, the small dog area has plenty of shade.
- Is there a fee or membership required to enter? Yes, a day pass or membership is required for entry, available at Sav a Lot nearby.
- Is the park wheelchair accessible? Yes, there is a wheelchair accessible parking lot.
- Is there agility equipment for dogs to play on? Yes, agility/obstacle equipment is available for dogs.
Reviews
Pretty neat dog park. Does require paying for a day, week or membership pass at the Sav a Lot nearby.
At the time I went, it was like ? for the day. Totally worth it to know your dog is around vaccinated dogs. Also, less responsible owners are less likely to pay for access. So your dog is safe in that aspect too. If you get the day pass, there is a drop box to leave the fob.
Small dog area is pretty big. Big dog and obstacle areas available separately too. I’m told they also have a fun water day for the dogs in the summer.
Absurd. Would’ve happily paid the 5$ to take my dogs to get a little energy out. But so many forms to fill out, and the app barely even works. Takes 5x more effort to purchase that stupid day pass than to book a flight, hotel, and rental car. Seriously, update your system, this is 2024. The site will tell you you can go to the campground to purchase a day pass, went and apparently they are told they can’t take payment but if I can fill out the online thing they can give me a key. Never in my life seen more hoops to jump through to take my dog to a dog park. This was all just one big tease for them! Thanks for nothing.
Seemingly nice park that appears to get very little use to overbearing access system. Completely empty on a sunny day and why?
Requires medical records to gain membership and a key fob to access, supposedly day passes can be bought off site at a business. Passing through the area on a road trip and was hoping to let my dogs get some exercise but not here.
One of the worst thought out parks I’ve seen crossing the United States. Congratulations on HOA-ifying dog parks Bardstown.
I have two small dogs. The small dog area is shady so I like taking them there during the extremely hot summer months. Plus, my one dog enjoys meeting new friends.
Came with my children and almost 9 year-old and a five-year-old nowhere on their website. Did it say that they could not be there with children under 10 and then someone tells us that we can’t be there with children under 10 completely upset two little girls who just wanted to play with dogs and my dogs. I just wanted to have a fun time but instead we’re disrespectful and rude to my children if I could give them a zero star I would but you know they don’t have that rating. No wonder they have a 3.1 rating. And honestly, there wasn’t even that many dogs out there. Do you wanna go to a good dog parkNULL Go to Etown.