Rocky Top Dog Park
The Ivy League of dog parks is found here, in Princeton, N.J. Your tiny tot is safe playing in the "Puppy Park," one of three designated areas for dogs. A $17.50-$35/month membership fee is required; an electronic card entry system ensures only pooches privileged with membership cross the double-gated entry.

Where: Two miles north of Kingston on Route 27, Princeton, N.J.
Hours: Monday - Friday 7 a.m. - 9 p.m., Saturday 8 a.m. - 9 p.m., Sunday 8 a.m. - 8 p.m.
Contact Info: Web site: http://www.rockytopdogpark.com/; email: gzimmer@rockytopdogpark.com; phone: (732) 297-6527
Features: 1.6-acre off-leash park, fenced, benches, handicapped accessible, poop bags, trees, parking, lights, water, restrooms, trash
Bonus Features: Main dog park (1.6 acres) also includes separate, fenced, 6,000-foot small dog area, and 4,000-foot "Puppy Park;" double-gated entry; electronic card entry system; 2-foot-deep swimming pond
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