Happy Hollow Dog Park

About the Park

A full perimeter fence is the one documented feature of Happy Hollow Dog Park, and for many owners it's the feature that matters most — new rescues, reactive dogs, and escape artists all need a secure boundary before off-leash time is realistic. The park is free and sits in West Lafayette, the Indiana college town across the Wabash River from Lafayette and home to Purdue University. Beyond the fencing, listings don't specify surface, hours, or separate areas by dog size, so check posted signage when you arrive. The name matches Happy Hollow, a well-known wooded area on the city's north side, a reasonable landmark when navigating there — though it's worth confirming the exact entrance with a map app before heading out.