As other reviewers have noted, this is a huge grassy field, great for ramming around, but amenities…read morefor humans are minimal. No benches, pavilions; but there was a freshly plowed parking area and entrance!

This dog park has been around for a couple years now. It's a huge fenced in area in the middle of…read morean empty field. (Near baseball diamonds and soccer fields). There is a double gated enterance so the dogs can't sneak out when others are entering/exiting. There is a small dog side (less than 25lbs) and an all dog side. However the all dog side is truely a mud pit. Even when it hasn't rained for a while. The area is large enough that you can walk around with your dog and still get some good exercise. Highly recommended if you are in the area!

Love this place!! My…read moredog has a place in the city where she can walk around and explore off-leash. She is not very playful, and pretty shy/introverted, but the other dogs are usually friendly and we don't really have any issues. I'm kind of annoyed that they're doing construction at Lasalle park now. The barkyard wasn't perfect, it was essentially just a fenced in patch of grass with some benches, a water fountain and a few trees, but that's really all you need. I'm not sure how long it'll be closed for construction, but i hope it turns out well!! They currently have a temporary dog park nearby, but it kinda sucks. Anyways, the barkyard is (was) usually calm, quiet and clean. Grass was moderately maintained and people picked up their dog poop for the most part. I also love that its in the city, where there arent a lot of places for my dog to run around elsewhere. Yeah, 5 stars! Hopefully it opens up again soon!

The Barkyard is essentially functional for what it's meant to do: give you a place to run and…read moresocialize, respectively, your under- or over-thirty-pound dogs so that they go to sleep when you get home and you get some peace. Or maybe that's just me. There's a sort of airlock front entrance and then two large, fenced-in areas based upon the size of your dog. Water pumps are provided and the fencing is tall and well-maintained enough around the perimeter, so unless you have an insane climber or jumper, your pup should be securely contained. The groundskeepers do basically the bare minimum, so while the grass stays cut, some occasional filling in of the holes the dogs dig would be appreciated. Caveat emptor, and all that, lest you break an ankle. The extra bag station is often empty when it is not littered with used bags by people too stupid to follow instructions. The latter point is worth expanding. People at the Barkyard are typically cool, and you'll make friends with the other childless misfits you gravitate towards when you eschew human offspring. But there's the rub: there's no budget for a lifeguard here, so compliance with the rules is all voluntary, and at least 30% of the people there feel that they are at liberty to exempt themselves. You want to run your big dog on the little dog side because he's "gentle"? Sure--what could go wrong? You want to bring your unfixed akita and then ignore him while he gets in fights? Just dogs being dogs! This is all true of humans with human children as well, I suppose. In fact, I know, because people there break those rules, too, letting small children run around despite written instructions to the contrary, leaving you to have to make sure that your dog doesn't get too close to their precious angel darlings, the latter of whom are, of course, not supposed to be there. Short version: it's fun and free but you have to deal with illiterate or obstinate humans. I guess that's free stuff for you? Parking is usually abundant unless there's a lot of baseball going on at the adjacent diamonds. There's a portable outhouse. Bring a jacket if it's borderline--it's 5-10 degrees cooler, as the park is right on the river.

I've been taking my dog here for a while now and we both love it! It's always kept up well, clean,…read morehas plenty of water (there's a water fountain and water bowls), benches, poop bags and garbages. There's a solid list of rules at the gate. There's plenty of space for my dog to run around as much as he wants. We are so grateful for this dog park!

Small dog park had minimal shade. Small area to run. Not worth the drive. The large dog area…read moreseemed much better

We were passing through the area and noticed this dog park from the road but were concerned about…read morethe larger dogs playing in it. Fortunately we went back later and found some great dogs that our dog loved running with. Moreover, we went back the next day and found two of the same dogs again! The park was lots of fun with several balls for the dogs to chase!

Really nice dog park with views of Chataquaqua lake. Wasn't very busy, but always had dogs…read morestrolling in. Water was available, and there is a little pavillion. Plenty of room for the dogs to run! Both a small and big dog side!

I wish I knew how nice this park was before our senior dog's mobility became too limited. It's…read moremagical, between crossing the big wooden bridge over the creek to the happy dogs frolicking through the green shady island. There's even swings and a playground for the two legged puppers. I came to add some books to the free little library. I was amazed at how clean and well kept the grounds were. Visitors really stay on top of their dogs. I didn't see a single pile. Or maybe all the dogs just become like those kids who get too caught up in playing to take a bio break.

Best off leash park. Friendly humans and dogs! The big boys & girls are well behaved, and enjoy a…read moreswim on a warm day!

The Gem of Erie county parks. Everything is well maintained and the park is huge with plenty of…read morerestrooms and shelters

Great running spot for me! I really enjoy this park and being able to spend time outside. Great…read morelocation.

I came out to Knox for the Borderland Music Festival. Now I know it's completely different when…read morethere is something happening but I had to talk about the beauty of this park. First off, I feel like the walking trails here are nice. More markers would be cool, but I like the ease of the trails. They have a dog park too which is great. I can't wait to come back with my pup before the snow and have her run around too. Everything is very open which makes it even more awe-inspiring and beautiful on a summer day. I also love all of the old architecture here too with the old stables, main house, etc. It really feels like a different place when you step foot on property. LIke being transported through time almost. The music festival was awesome here. I think the lay of the land, the older buildings, and the beauty of the park really amplify the event and make it feel even better than other possible locations in the area. I will definitely be back to visit the park, and back for the music festival.

Love Borderland Music Festival held here annually in September! Great dog park too! Great beautiful…read morepark in a small town. Horse barn.

This very large dog park in Ellicottville NY is near the Nannen Arboretum, it's very clean, and…read morefully fenced. Dog watering stations are available; so are green bags.

So, I live about an hour away (up in Buffalo). But I live alone, and only have the 2 Dogs. We have…read moreparks here, but about once a week, I like to get them out of the house for an extended period of time. So we take the very relaxing hour drive south to Ellicottville, and I bring them to this decently sized dog park. It's located right off the main road into EVL, and shares a parking lot with a fire station. It also shares property with like a soccer field, playground, and maybe a picnic table or two. Pretty area, and plenty to do in EVL. The only reason I give this 3 stars, is because the dog bags (for their poop), are located OUTSIDE the dog park. Maybe this ain't a big deal for some, but for me I have three issues, which might seem silly, but I'll explain either way. 1. I cannot leave my dogs unattended. This may sound graphic, but they will legitimately kill other dogs/animals. They aren't friendly, and they often work as a team. And with both at 80lbs., even "big" dogs, aren't that big when two 80lb-ers team up. I wish they were nice and social. But they aren't. Period. So leaving the park to go get bags, isn't an option for me. 2. (Silly to some) I personally don't want to "pre-game" the bags, and grab some before I enter. I always feel weird, especially if I'm seen doing it. Like I feel like I look like the dude that steals bags from the park because I'm too cheap to buy my own. I know, dumb, but it's just how I feel. 3. (Pet Peeve) I cannot stand the kind of person that uses a public space and their dog poops there, and they don't pick it up. I feel like the bags being outside, especially if the person doesn't realize it or forgets to grab some, is just inviting owners NOT to pick up after their pets. Otherwise, it's a large area with grass and trees surrounded by a fence. It's a dog park.

Stopped here during a road trip and loved the cozy, inviting décor right away--it's such a cute…read morespot to sit and relax. I ordered an egg breakfast sandwich with home fries and an apple juice, which came out to about $25. While the food itself was a bit on the bland side and felt a little limited for the price, the ambiance really stands out. It's a great place to catch up with friends or family over brunch and enjoy a warm, welcoming vibe. Not somewhere I'd go out of my way to revisit, but I'm glad I stopped in and appreciated the atmosphere.

This is a beautiful, well-stocked bakery with a variety of goodies to take home or eat there…read more Although the prices are on higher side, I don't mind paying for "les artes blanches": A mushy croissant is a sad, sad thing. Here's where it all fell down. After placing my order, I turned my back, reading the menu. Then I heard the microwave "ding" and saw my pain au chocolat removed. Really?? (I once had a Cordon Bleu-trained pastry chef explain that croissants should never be re-heated because it ruins the scaffolding of the butter/flour feuille, or "sheets"). I then tried the various seats in the Danish-style cafe. Stool? No love: They're metal and lack cushions. Chairs at the tables were also metal. I settled in an honest-to-God church pew: The kind the Puritans used, to reflect upon their sins. Do yourself a favor and get your treats to go.