DogMapFenced dog park · Roscoe Village · 3035 N Hoyne Ave, Chicago, IL 60618
Hamlin Park DFA
A fully enclosed off-leash DFA at the northeast corner of Wellington and Hoyne inside Hamlin Park, with on-site water. A pleasant Roscoe Village neighborhood spot.
Off-leash · set hoursThe facts
- Off-leashOff-leash · set hours
- FencedYes — enclosed
- WaterFountain on site
- Size0.16 acres
- Hours6 AM–11 PM
- SurfaceGrass / dirt
Parking & access
Street parking around Hamlin Park; Brown line to Paulina.
Good to know
- Requires a Chicago Park District DFA permit + tag ($10/dog per year from a participating vet, with current vaccinations) — using a DFA without one risks a $500 fine.
- Fully fenced and gated; dogs must be leashed before and after the DFA.
- Set inside the larger Hamlin Park; no food inside, no puppies under 4 months, no female dogs in heat.
Verified off-leash rules
Rules verified · source: Chicago Park District
Hamlin Park DFA: FAQ
- Can my dog be off-leash at Hamlin Park DFA?
- Off-leash is allowed only during posted hours: 6 AM–11 PM.
- Is Hamlin Park DFA fenced?
- Yes — Hamlin Park DFA is fully enclosed.
- Is Hamlin Park DFA free?
- Yes — Hamlin Park DFA is free to access. Street parking around Hamlin Park; Brown line to Paulina.