The Spring Lake Water Bark is a fundraiser for the Sonoma County Regional Parks Foundation, which raises money for more than 50 dog-friendly parks and trails in the Sonoma County Regional Parks system.

One of the most popular dog events in the Bay Area, this event opens the swimming lagoon for dogs to enjoy off-leash romping and swimming. The water in the lagoon is filtered, chlorinated and closely monitored by Regional Parks staff to ensure it is safe for dogs. The lagoon is separate from Spring Lake, which is not treated.

Tickets are available at the gate, $10 for Park Members and $15 for Non-Members. Advance Tickets are $8 for members and $12 for non-members.
Season Passes are available to both Park Members and Non-members for $50.  Tickets and Passes are per dog, with up to 3 dogs per human.

Funds from Spring Lake Water Bark help support trails and other amenities in Sonoma County Regional Parks. Your admission fee also covers the cost of treating and monitoring the swimming lagoon to ensure the water is safe and healthy for your pup!

Regional Parks will keep the Spring Lake boat rentals open during Water Bark weekends. If you would like to take your dog on a standup paddle board or kayak before or after visiting the Water Bark, please know that all dogs are required to have a dog life jacket to go on a boat. Dog life jackets are not required for the dog to swim at the Water Bark.

A $50 Water Bark Season Pass is also available and is valid for every day of Water Bark!  Your pup will receive a special commemorative dog tag, and you will receive a human pass in the mail in time for the first Water Bark.* For just over $7 per day, the Season Pass is your lowest price deal. Remember, Regional Parks members also get FREE PARKING.

If you aren’t already a member, joining now will save you up to $49 in parking at Water Bark dates and $7/day at all Regional Parks for an entire year.

If you want to be certain to receive your season pass prior to the first weekend of the Water Bark, please submit your payment by Friday, August 30.

*Commemorative dog tags are while supplies last. For passes ordered on or after August 30, commemorative dog tag and human passes will be available in “WILL CALL” at the entry gate.