It's really a 4.5 for me and a whole body tail wag for my Rose. We were here for the first time a couple of weeks ago. I wish we had found out about this place long ago. It's too far away for us to go after work, but it's a great weekend outing locale. Nice slow moving river for the dogs to swim in; there are several beaches for the pups to get to the water. The park also has grassy open areas in hopes that your dog dries off before getting back in the car! Only wish there trash cans in more places than just at the entrance. And yes, your dog will almost for sure need a bath when you get home. But Rose and I will definitely be back here!