Our Dog Park Grounds offer the perfect place for dogs and their owners to enjoy quality time together in a safe, dog‑friendly environment. With 25 acres of private outdoor space, you and your pup can explore fenced play areas, wooded trails, and plenty of room to run, sniff, and play.
Fenced Play Areas and Agility Yards
Our fenced‑in playground gives dogs the freedom to run and socialize in a secure setting. For added enrichment, our agility yard is divided into three separate sections to accommodate dogs of different ages and sizes.
- Puppies and small dogs enjoy their own dedicated areas
- Each section includes fun obstacles
- Double‑gate entrances increase safety and make entry and exit easier
- Fresh water is available just outside the yards
Every detail is designed to support safe, confident play for all dogs.
Scenic Wooded Trails
Surrounding the play areas is a 2‑mile trail system that winds through the property. These wooded paths offer a peaceful, scenic walk with multiple access points, giving you the flexibility to start or end your hike wherever you choose. It’s a beautiful way to explore the full landscape of our dog park.
First time visitors to the Dog Park:
1.) Review these resources:
b.) Guide to canine body language
c.) Family Dog Body Language video
d.) Does Your Dog Really want to be petted body language video
2.) Read the rules below.
3.) Register your dog on our scheduling website. (Be sure to include vaccine records)
4.) After registering, use our scheduling website to request a first Dog Park visit.
Visit our spring‑fed dog pond, where your pup can jump, swim, and dock dive. This calm, clean water environment is ideal for introducing dogs to swimming or practicing water retrieval skills.
Enjoy the surrounding grassy areas or relax under our new pavilion, perfect for picnics and quiet breaks while your dog splashes and plays.
A Safe, Natural Space for Dogs and Their Owners
We’re committed to providing a clean, well‑maintained environment where dogs can thrive and owners can unwind. By caring for the land and encouraging responsible use, we help ensure that every visitor can enjoy the natural beauty of our grounds for years to come.
Dog Park Rates:
- $10 per dog per visit.
- $150 – 6 month pass (one dog)
- $279 – 12 month pass (one dog)
Dog Park Hours:
- Mon – Fri – 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.
- Tues. & Thurs. – 8 a.m. – 6:30 p.m.
- Saturday – 8 a.m. – 4 p.m.
During private rentals, the hiking trails and non-rented areas may still be available for use by appointment.
Outdoor Dog Park Rental Rates:
- Fenced in area Yard 2 and 3 – $125 and up / per hr.
- Pond Rental – $125 and up / per hr.
Please be aware that there are inherent risks when dogs play together. They are active pack animals and like children, they could get hurt when playing roughly together. All handlers are responsible for the conduct of their own dogs at all times. Please be considerate of others in the park.
Please follow these simple guidelines to help keep our park safe and fun:
- Sign in at office before use. Sign out at office after use.
- No treats, balls or toys are permitted in the fenced in playground due to resource guarding (possessive aggression) tendencies. The fenced in playground is for proper socialization only. Treats, balls and toys are permitted at and around the trails and pond. Take toys when you leave, do not leave toys at park.
- Use the dog park grounds at your own risk. Misty Pines Pet Company is not responsible for any injury to a dog or human.
- Owners are legally responsible for the behavior of their dog(s) at all times. If your dog creates an injury to another dog or human you are responsible for your dog and any expense this may incur.
- All dogs must be current on Rabies, DHPP, and Bordetella vaccinations. All pets must have received inoculations at least 10 days prior to their visit to Misty Pines. This includes new and updated vaccinations. Dogs need to be free from any parasites and sickness.
- Dog must be leashed while entering and exiting the fenced in playground. When entering the fenced in playground, release your dog in the middle of the area, not at the gated entrance.
- Dog waste must be cleaned up by the dog owner immediately and put in a trash receptacle.
- When your dog is in the fenced in playground you must also be in the fenced in playground supervising your dog with leash readily available. Dogs should be under voice control and have a reliable recall.
- Dog handlers must be at least 18 years of age. Children under 10 years of age are not permitted in the dog park. All children 10 – 17 years old must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.
- Aggressive dogs are not permitted and must be removed immediately.
- “Yellow bandanna dogs” are not permitted in the fenced in playground. A dog wearing a yellow bandanna signifies they need more personal space (minimum of 3 feet). Yellow bandanna dogs ARE permitted on leash in other areas of the park. Please respect their personal space and do not allow your dog to rush up to them.
- Intact male dogs one year and older are not permitted in the fenced in playground. Intact male dogs ARE permitted on leash in other areas of the park and they must wear a yellow bandanna.
- Please pay attention and monitor your dog. Stay off your cell phone. Do not permit your dog to become rowdy and bully other patrons. Inappropriately behaved dogs will be excused from the park.
- It is essential that you have your dog come and sit next to you every 10 minutes while socializing. This is to lower cortisol and adrenalin levels before they become overstimulated and behave in an inappropriate manner.
- Misty Pines Dog Park is privately owned and monitored by Misty Pines and Franklin Park Borough Police. Use of the dog park during times it is closed is prohibited and is considered trespassing. Intruders will be prosecuted to the fullest extent allowed by law.
- Prohibited: Glass containers, Dogs in heat, Sick dogs, Aggressive dogs
- Vaccination Requirements for Training Classes, Grooming, and Dog Park Grounds: All dogs must be current on Rabies, DHLPP, and Bordetella (Bordetella every 6 months) vaccinations. All pets must have received inoculations at least 10 days prior to their visit to Misty Pines. The waiting period will allow your dog to build sufficient immunity to the vaccinations which will make your dog less susceptible to catching or transferring any unwanted viruses. This includes new and updated vaccinations. Your pet cannot be over due for vaccinations – NO EXCEPTIONS. For example, if your pet is scheduled to visit Misty Pines on May 14 and received vaccinations on May 6, we cannot accept your pet due to the insufficient 10 day waiting period. Please bring vaccination records with you or fax to the Misty Pines office at 412-367-7387.