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McCormick Park

McCormick Park
Address: 702 McCormick Ave.
Hours: 4:00am - 10:00pm
Park Type: Mini
Acres: 0.38
Restroom: No
Drinking Water: No

Park Details

This small fenced, off-leash dog park requires a Dog Park Permit. A daily or annual permit may be purchased online. 

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  • Dog Park News

    • As of Monday, April 7 - all off-leash dog parks are open. 

    While leashed dogs are allowed in most Madison parks (see dog-prohibited areas), we also offer 9 fenced, off-leash dog park areas. Three of the locations, Odana School, Warner and Sycamore, also provide a separate small-dog fenced area. 

    2025 Fees

    Daily $8
    Annual $43
    Annual Senior (65+) & Disabled $20
    Annual Military/Veteran (New!) $20
    Replacement $20
    PURCHASE PERMIT
    • REQUIRED A daily or annual dog permit is required and may be purchased ONLINE or by calling (608)266-4711
      • 2025 permit is valid from the time of purchase through December 31, 2025. 
        • A permit is required in order to bring your dog to any park, off-leash and on-leash, where a dog is allowed. See Dog Free Park for exceptions. 
        • The dog permit is part of the Cooperative Dog Park Program and is also valid for use in Dane County Parks, City of Sun Prairie parks, and City of Middleton parks.
      • 2026 permits go on sale November 1.
    • A dog license is required for ALL visiting dogs. City of Madison residents may purchase through the City of Madison Treasury 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 veterinarian administers a rabies vaccination within 30 days after the dog reaches 4 months. Dogs under 5 months of age or without proper vaccinations, are therefore not licensed and are PROHIBITED.
    • REQUIRED Dogs must remain on a leash to/from your vehicle to the inside of the dog park area.
    • PROHIBITED AREAS
      • Dogs are not allowed in any conservation park, near playgrounds, designated beaches, athletic fields, in or near park shelters, and a few other notable locations. See Dog Free Parks for a complete list of locations.
      • During the winter dogs are not permitted on designated cross-country ski trails. See Cross-Country Skiing for locations.
    • Bring Your Own Water Sharing water is not recommended and can lead to parasites and disease transmission. DO NOT LEAVE WATER OR WATER BOWLS. 
    WARNER PARK LAGOON Unlike the water at public beaches, the water in the lagoon at Warner Park is not tested by Public Health Madison & Dane County. Always check the conditions before letting your dog in the water. LEARN MORE 
    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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    • McCormick Park - Dog Off-Leash Park

      Location: 702 McCormick Ave.
      Bag Dispenser: Yes
      Benches: Yes
      Fountain: No
      Fencing: Yes
      Shelter: No
      OPEN

      Notes: .38 acres

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