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Dog Off-Leash Parks

OFF-LEASH DOG PARK NEWS
- Odana School small dog area is now open. The gate has moved and a smaller space is open while we rehabilitate the grass. We anticipate the whole small dog area to reopen in 2023.
Madison Parks offers 9 fenced, off-leash dog park areas with three locations, Odana School, Warner and Sycamore, providing a separate small dog fenced area.
- REQUIRED A Dog Park Permit is required
- Purchase a daily or annual permit ONLINE or by calling (608)266-4711.
- The Annual Permit is valid for one calendar year and available after December 1 for the following year.
- A 2022 Permit will be available for purchase around November 15 and is valid through December 31. 2022.
- REQUIRED A dog license is required for ALL visiting dogs. City of Madison residents may purchase through the City Treasurer's Office.
- Dogs visiting from other areas are always welcome with proper licenses and/or vaccinations from your town/municipality. Be prepared to show proof if asked by a Park Ranger.
- A dog license is ONLY available after a rabies vaccination is administered by a veterinarian within 30 days after the dog reaches 4 months of age. Dogs under 5 months of age or without proper vaccinations, are therefore not licensed and are PROHIBITED.
- REQUIRED Dogs must remain on-leash to/from your vehicle to the inside of the dog park area.
- PROHIBITED AREAS Dogs are not allowed in any Dog Free Park, playgrounds, designated beaches, athletic fields, conservation parks, golf courses (in season) or in any park building. During the winter dogs are not permitted on groomed cross-country ski trails. LEARN MORE
- Bring Your Own Water Sharing water is not recommended and can lead to parasites and disease transmission. DO NOT LEAVE WATER OR WATER BOWLS.
PERMIT FREE DAY Madison Parks in partnership with Dane County Parks annually offer one "free day" per year when no permit is required. This is typically in June and posted at least one month in advance.
On July 13, 2016 the Board of Park Commissioners approved the Policy and Guidelines for Off-Leash Dog Park Service Area Standards within the Madison Park System with Attachment A. The Policy is intended to guide the Parks Division in planning new off-leash dog park (exercise) areas and to set standards for responding to requests for the creation of off-leash dog park (exercise) areas in the Madison Parks system.
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Brittingham Park - Dog Off-Leash Park
Park: Brittingham Park
Location: 326 S. Broom St.
Bag Dispenser: Yes
Benches: Yes
Fountain: Yes
Fencing: Yes
Shelter: No
Notes: .36 acres; 2019 renovations include synthetic turf, a doggy drinking fountain with ADA arm and bowl -
Demetral Park - Dog Off-Leash Park
Park: Demetral Park
Location: 2297 Commercial Ave.
Bag Dispenser: Yes
Benches: Yes
Fountain: No
Fencing: Yes
Shelter: No
Notes: .57 acres -
McCormick Park - Dog Off-Leash Park
Park: McCormick Park
Location: 702 N. McCormick Ave.
Bag Dispenser: Yes
Benches: Yes
Fountain: No
Fencing: Yes
Shelter: No
Notes: .38 acres -
North Star Dog Park
Park: North Star Park
Location: 439 Milky Way
Bag Dispenser: Yes
Benches: Yes
Fountain: No
Fencing: Yes
Shelter: No
Notes: 2 acres, limited off-street parking -
Odana School Park
Park: Odana School Park
Location: 678 S. Segoe Rd.
Bag Dispenser: Yes
Benches: No
Fountain: No
Fencing: Yes
Shelter: No
Notes: 2.8 acres -
Quann Park - Dog Off-Leash Park
Park: Quann Park
Location: 1802 Quann-Olin Pkwy.
Bag Dispenser: Yes
Benches: Yes
Fountain: Yes
Fencing: Yes
Shelter: No
Notes: A 33-acre park including along the creek. Usage is shared with Alliant Energy Center. -
Sycamore Park - Dog Off-Leash Park
Park: Sycamore Park
Location: 4517 Sycamore Ave.
Bag Dispenser: Yes
Benches: Yes
Fountain: No
Fencing: Yes
Shelter: Yes
Notes: 19.9 acres -
Walnut Grove Park - Dog Off-Leash Park
Park: Walnut Grove Park
Location: 202 N. Westfield Rd.
Bag Dispenser: Yes
Benches: Yes
Fountain: No
Fencing: Yes
Shelter: No
Notes: 1.17 acres -
Warner Park - Dog Off-Leash Park
Park: Warner Park
Location: 2301 Sheridan Dr.
Bag Dispenser: Yes
Benches: Yes
Fountain: No
Fencing: Yes
Shelter: No
Notes: Approx. 8.5 acres. Water in the lagoon is not tested by Public Health. Always check conditions before letting your dog in the water. More info: https://www.publichealthmdc.com/environmental-health/beaches-lakes-pools/blue-green-algae-precautions
Facilities
Baseball
Basketball
B-cycle Station
Beach
Biking
Boat Launch
Boat Mooring
Botanical Garden
Canoe & Kayak Launch Sites
Canoe & Kayak Rental
Canoe & Kayak Storage
Conservation Park
Cricket
Cross-Country Skiing
Disc Golf
Dog Free Park
Dog Off-Leash Park
Fireplace
Football
Forest Hill Cemetery
Golf
Hiking
Historical Feature
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Ice Skating
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Open Field
Parking Lot
Pickleball
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Pool
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Restroom
Scenic Overlook
Shelter - Reservable
Skate Park
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