Crown Point Dog Park 840 Center Ross Road, Crown Point, IN 46307

"The dog park located at 840 Center Ross Road in Crown Point, Indiana is rather vast and spacious, has some dog friendly play equipment, a recycling bin, and a trash bin I didn't see. It's probably a great place for adults to meet up with other dog lovers to alleviate some of that loneliness most Americans are feeling these days. There are two fenced off spaces - one for "small" dogs (25lbs or less) and one for "large" dogs (26lbs or more). I'm not sure which side is for which, but one side is much larger than the other! What I don't like about this dog park is the fact you have to have a key card to gain entry. I'm not sure if you have to pay for the key card, but wouldn't be surprised if you did. I didn't see a plastic bag dispenser, so make sure you bring your own bags and please be respectful enough to clean up after your own dog... and not place the bag on the fence (Yes, I saw this today. I cropped it out of my photo...). Another thing I don't care for about this park is the age restrictions. You must be at least 16 years old to use the park independently. If you're under the age of 11, you're not even allowed to go IN the park. Supervision is required for minors aged 11 to 15. This isn't exactly family-friendly. I'm not sure WHO is even enforcing these rules. It's not like there's some Dog Park Cop watching to make sure rules are being followed, and ID'ing people at the gate. When I was growing up, my hometown had a dog park. You didn't have to pay for it. Common sense was used. I brought my dog there when I was younger than 11 without issue plenty of times. It might seem logical to have such rules these days, given how dumb some kids appear to be - I'm not blaming the children, just look at whose raising them. It just seems rather foolish that mothers and fathers can't bring their toddlers or children there, and that you have to be at least 16 to go there by yourself. I'm not sure how many 16 year old's are out there that are just dying to go to the local dog park. It was not the focus of my interest at that age. Another illogical rule deals with dog food and treats. You can't bring them to this park. Perhaps this is due to other dogs or people having allergies, but seriously? If I'm bringing my dog to a dog park, bringing treats makes sense. If the dog gets distracted by another dog, the treat might be the only way to get the canine's attention back on myself. Puppies under 4 months aren't welcome here either, but that seems to be a logical rule. Oh, and if it's a hot day, you might want to check the pollen report in your weather or just step outside and sniff the atmosphere. I've rode a bike past that dog park many times during the Spring and Summer, and the stench of Goose feces was overwhelming. This was despite the fact I was wearing a cloth mask. Pretty gross."

"Excellent Dog park with 2 very securely closed off parks in case 2 dogs don’t seem to get along there’s room. The people are largely understanding that these are dogs not humans trained in manners by the queen of England. I highly recommend:)"

"It's a nice park ..but does need some improvements. Fix the low lying drainage ... water sits there for days after a rain. Fix the gap between the parks were the ground has settled, not with stones piled up ... I have seen a few dogs jump the fence using that pile. Front row Parking should be made clear for Dog Park Users. When a game is going on, there is no place to park or safely get out of the car with your dog. Otherwise it's a great place."

"A new couple came to the park with their dogs this afternoon. A woman, already in the park with her dogs, felt it was her place to step in and tell the new couple, that they couldnt come in. That the dog park is only for people who pay for a pass. An argument ensued about race being involved. A pass is required, but whatever happened to being neighborly!! I dont know, how bout keep quiet and mind your own business, be friendly, and welcome your neighbors."

"Sux if you're a traveler. If no one let's you in you can walk your dog on the areas behind. For off-leash, if you're going to or coming from the east, try Creek Ridge Park in Michigan City, or Bluhm in Westville. If to/from west, Portage is best. If looking for a place to walk on leash, Deep Creek County park, east on US 30."