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Bluhm County Park
Bluhm County Park 3855 S. 1100 W Westville, Indiana
46391 219-325-8315 Map
Bluhm County Park is 96 acres of spring wildflowers, upland forest, wetlands, a pond, and a prairie. This park is well known for its wildflower viewing and the east property is dedicated to nature trails only to protect the natural beauty. The west side is designated multiple use with hiking trails, mountain biking, horseback riding, cross country skiing in the winter, and is host to a large waterfowl population. There are also paved trails, picnic areas, a playground, restrooms, and a great off-leash dog exercise area. This fully fenced-in 2 acre "Bark Park" features many events for the dog to enjoy and exercise, like the tire jump, a window jump, dog walk, a rover jump over area, a doggie crawl, tables, hills, drinking fountains, benches, and, of course, Fire Hydrants. Registration and a daily or annual permit are required for each dog present in this area, and owners must present them upon request. Daily fees are paid on site and Annual fees can be paid at Red Mill County Park, 0185 South Holmesville Road in LaPorte, or the LaPorte County Small Animal Shelter, 2855 West State Road 2 in LaPorte. The cost is $1 per dog per day for residents, or $2 per dog per day for out of county residents. The park is open from dawn to dusk. Dogs must be leashed when out of the off leash area, and cleaned up after at all times.
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