WATER BARK RETURNS!
September 19-20, 26-27 and October 3-4, 2026
SPRING LAKE REGIONAL PARK
SWIMMING LAGOON
The Spring Lake Water Bark is a fundraiser for the Sonoma County Regional Parks Foundation, helping to raise money for trails and other amenities in 50+ dog-friendly Sonoma County Regional Parks.
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. Admission fee also covers cost of treating and monitoring the swimming lagoon to ensure the water is safe and healthy for your pup!
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. Admission fee also covers cost of treating and monitoring the swimming lagoon to ensure the water is safe and healthy for your pup!
Discounted pre-sale tickets and Season Passes on sale August 1.
Pre-season discount tickets will be sold online through September 18. Regular season tickets will be sold online and are available at the Water Bark, priced at $12 for Regional Parks members and $15 for non-members. Prices are per dog, with a three-dog maximum per dog owner.
One of the perks of being a Regional Parks member is FREE PARKING at the Water Bark. If you aren't already a member, joining now will save you $58 in parking if you attend all Water Bark dates and at least $8/day at all Regional Parks for an entire year.
One of the perks of being a Regional Parks member is FREE PARKING at the Water Bark. If you aren't already a member, joining now will save you $58 in parking if you attend all Water Bark dates and at least $8/day at all Regional Parks for an entire year.
IMPORTANT NEWS FOR SEASON PASS HOLDERS:
You are invited to a special Season Pass holders-only Water Bark on Friday, October 2! Details are in your confirmation email.
Season Passes will be mailed to the address you indicate on the purchase form.
Any Season Pass purchased after September 10 will be available at WILL CALL.
You are invited to a special Season Pass holders-only Water Bark on Friday, October 2! Details are in your confirmation email.
Season Passes will be mailed to the address you indicate on the purchase form.
Any Season Pass purchased after September 10 will be available at WILL CALL.
THANK YOU WATER BARK SPONSORS!
What is Water Bark?
WATER BARK RULES
🐾 All well-behaved dogs are welcome to this event.
🐾 Aggressive or vicious dogs will not be permitted. Owners are legally responsible for their dog(s) actions.
🐾 Only dogs will be permitted to swim during this event.
🐾 Owners are responsible for picking up their dog’s waste and properly disposing of it.
🐾 Dogs may not be left unattended in the water bark at any time.
🐾 All dogs must be currently vaccinated; puppies under 6 months of age are not permitted.
🐾 No food allowed inside the Water Bark fenced area. No glass drink containers allowed.
🐾 Water Bark is not appropriate for children. If you bring a child, they must be 6 years or older and at least 42" tall and under adult supervision at all times. No infants or toddlers are allowed inside the dog play area.
🐾 Dogs shall be allowed in and around the swimming lagoon on the day of the event only.
🐾 Dogs must be leashed whenever they are outside the designated Water Bark play area.
🐾 All persons must abide by the instructions and directions of the park authority including all park rules and regulations.
🐾 Three dog maximum per owner upon entrance into the play area.
🐾 Aggressive or vicious dogs will not be permitted. Owners are legally responsible for their dog(s) actions.
🐾 Only dogs will be permitted to swim during this event.
🐾 Owners are responsible for picking up their dog’s waste and properly disposing of it.
🐾 Dogs may not be left unattended in the water bark at any time.
🐾 All dogs must be currently vaccinated; puppies under 6 months of age are not permitted.
🐾 No food allowed inside the Water Bark fenced area. No glass drink containers allowed.
🐾 Water Bark is not appropriate for children. If you bring a child, they must be 6 years or older and at least 42" tall and under adult supervision at all times. No infants or toddlers are allowed inside the dog play area.
🐾 Dogs shall be allowed in and around the swimming lagoon on the day of the event only.
🐾 Dogs must be leashed whenever they are outside the designated Water Bark play area.
🐾 All persons must abide by the instructions and directions of the park authority including all park rules and regulations.
🐾 Three dog maximum per owner upon entrance into the play area.
When you attend the Water Bark, you are agreeing to the following:
Sonoma County Regional Park Agreement & Release Liability
As a participant in this Sonoma County Regional Parks (County) program, I hereby waive, release and discharge the Sonoma County Parks Foundation, County of Sonoma, Sonoma County Water Agency and Sonoma County Agricultural Preservation and Open Space District from all liability, including liability arising from theft or any act of negligence or want of ordinary care on the part of County, their directors, officers, agents, members, representatives, and assigns for any and all claims of such liability, including claims relating to injury or damage from any cause whatsoever to me or my property arising out of my participation. This agreement is binding upon my executors, heirs and assigns.
I further agree that I will indemnify and hold harmless the Sonoma County Parks Foundation, County of Sonoma, Sonoma County Water Agency and Sonoma County Agricultural Preservation and Open Space District, their directors, officers, employees, agents and members against all claims, demands and causes of action, including court costs and actual attorney fees, arising from any proceeding or lawsuits brought by me or prosecuted for my benefit, relating to the subject of this release. I further agree to indemnify, hold harmless, and release County, Sonoma County Water Agency and Sonoma County Agricultural Preservation and Open Space District, their directors, officers, employees, agents and members from and against any actions, claims, damages, liabilities, disabilities, or expenses, including court costs and actual attorney fees, that may be asserted by any person or entity, that arise out of, pertain to, or relate to my participation in this program.
Cities in Sonoma County and the unincorporated county all require a current dog license. When purchasing tickets to Water Bark, you'll be asked to confirm that your dog is current on its license and all required vaccinations.
WARNING. There are significant elements of risk in any adventure sport or activity associated with the use or presence of water, including but not limited to canoes, kayak, rafts, tubes, stand up paddle boards, pedal boats the inflatable playground (wibit) and the use of related equipment. These risks are inherent in water sport activities and may be present even if the equipment is used properly. Risks can include serious injury or death if not used properly.
Photographs from this outing/event may be used for future publication and/or promotion. I agree to permit the Sonoma County Regional Parks department and the Sonoma County Regional Parks Foundation to use the photograph(s).
As a participant in this Sonoma County Regional Parks (County) program, I hereby waive, release and discharge the Sonoma County Parks Foundation, County of Sonoma, Sonoma County Water Agency and Sonoma County Agricultural Preservation and Open Space District from all liability, including liability arising from theft or any act of negligence or want of ordinary care on the part of County, their directors, officers, agents, members, representatives, and assigns for any and all claims of such liability, including claims relating to injury or damage from any cause whatsoever to me or my property arising out of my participation. This agreement is binding upon my executors, heirs and assigns.
I further agree that I will indemnify and hold harmless the Sonoma County Parks Foundation, County of Sonoma, Sonoma County Water Agency and Sonoma County Agricultural Preservation and Open Space District, their directors, officers, employees, agents and members against all claims, demands and causes of action, including court costs and actual attorney fees, arising from any proceeding or lawsuits brought by me or prosecuted for my benefit, relating to the subject of this release. I further agree to indemnify, hold harmless, and release County, Sonoma County Water Agency and Sonoma County Agricultural Preservation and Open Space District, their directors, officers, employees, agents and members from and against any actions, claims, damages, liabilities, disabilities, or expenses, including court costs and actual attorney fees, that may be asserted by any person or entity, that arise out of, pertain to, or relate to my participation in this program.
Cities in Sonoma County and the unincorporated county all require a current dog license. When purchasing tickets to Water Bark, you'll be asked to confirm that your dog is current on its license and all required vaccinations.
WARNING. There are significant elements of risk in any adventure sport or activity associated with the use or presence of water, including but not limited to canoes, kayak, rafts, tubes, stand up paddle boards, pedal boats the inflatable playground (wibit) and the use of related equipment. These risks are inherent in water sport activities and may be present even if the equipment is used properly. Risks can include serious injury or death if not used properly.
Photographs from this outing/event may be used for future publication and/or promotion. I agree to permit the Sonoma County Regional Parks department and the Sonoma County Regional Parks Foundation to use the photograph(s).
WATER BARK ATTENDANCE POLICY
Cancellations: Spring Lake Water Bark takes place rain or shine, but on rare occasions we may need to cancel the event due to conditions outside our control, such as lightning or poor air quality. If this happens, you will be able to use your ticket for a future date this season. If that is not possible, we ask that you consider your ticket purchase a donation to the Sonoma County Parks Foundation, which helps make events like this possible. A tax acknowledgement letter is available upon request. We appreciate your understanding; even when the Water Bark can't go on, costs like water chlorination have already been incurred to prepare for the event.
Rescheduling: Can't make it on your original date? No problem — we're happy to honor your Water Bark ticket on an alternate date.
Refunds: All ticket sales are final. We're unable to offer refunds, but tickets may be transferred to another Water Bark date as noted above.
Rescheduling: Can't make it on your original date? No problem — we're happy to honor your Water Bark ticket on an alternate date.
Refunds: All ticket sales are final. We're unable to offer refunds, but tickets may be transferred to another Water Bark date as noted above.
