Pierson Bark Park and Lodge

Pierson Bark Park is a great year-​round retreat for our black Labrador retriever. For three seasons of the year, she enjoys running the large, open spaces, and in the winter, she bounds around and makes angels in the snow. However, the greatest part of this park and what sets it apart from many is the pond and water access. If you have a dog that loves to swim, there is nothing better than the excitement of watching them hit the water. The park is well maintained, there is seating throughout and a nice gazebo. The crew keeps the park stocked with tennis balls and there are even a few community toys and equipment for use. The fact that it is private lends itself to having a membership of those that are serious about creating a great experience for their pet companions.

Signed up the other day with our dog. He loves it! My biggest issue is they told me my 9 year old cant go inside the park with his dog because they have an age limit for insurance. You have to be 10 years old to go in. Meanwhile there was a lady in the park carrying around a newborn. Insurance wont cover it if my 9 year old gets knocked down but they will cover the baby? Didnt make sense to me either…
Still signed up. the dog needs to run and unfortunately i dont have the space for him to run around and this park is close.
The office was closed twice now when it was supposed to be open and people are just letting others in the park no questions asked… i know i was told that was a big no no.
Lots of friendly people but i think its poorly run.

Zeus is only 15 lbs but he has a ball romping with the big boys.

I hesitated to categorize this as a park, but as there as no option under pets for «bark parks,» well…
I love Pierson for so many reasons. Tops is probably the fact that it combines two of my greatest passions: dogs and the entrepreneurial spirit. Pierson BP is the creation and labor of love of two individuals — and one that obviously took both canine and human family members into consideration.
The park is not as large as some others in the area, but with its cool extras including a separate romping area for smaller/​timid/​older dogs, a small swimming pond with fountain, benches and a brick walking path, it gets my vote for the best. We truly appreciate the fact that we can meander and get some exercise in while the poodlums play with the other dogs.
I also want to note that there were no aggressive dogs or inattentive owners here at the time of our visit. This is one thing that has made me hesitant to dive in and buy a pass for the bark park in Broadripple — too many dogs, too many irresponsible dog parents with aggressive charges. Playing is fine, dominating and attacking the other dogs is not! If you’re looking for a safe, pleasant place to let Rover feel «born free» you should check out Pierson BP. Their day pass program makes it super easy to do so!!!