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| - Okay, okay - I've done a loop of dog parks in the city. Another 9 this month, to be exact. I've seen them from Tuscany, to Falconridge, to Auburn Bay to Oakridge, and back.
And River Park is so far my favourite in the entire city. Granted, 10 parks doesn't mean I've seen them all. Heck no - there are 149! (Did you know that?)
But...
- there's a river accessible but not too close to the park for dogs that like to leap before looking (like mine)
- amazing volunteers who help keep the park clean
- baggies available almost all the time for when you forget yours
- 3 huge garbage bins
- views of downtown, river valley... ahhh... I love watching people float down the river in the summer!
- tons of trees, bushes, etc. making it a really beautiful park to be in during the spring, summer and fall
- no "pathways" through the park, bringing a grey area to right-of-way and safety of your pet
- CLOSE TO HOME!
Why did I give it 4 stars before? The parking. But, compared to other parks, it's a breeze. I'll forgive the busy parking lot from the rafters for a few weeks in the summer for all the other advantages this park brings.
River Park is, hands down, the best park so far. 5 stars, no doubt in my mind.
(Yelp Kicks Butt Challenge BONUS 11/10)
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