DogMapFenced dog park · Bucktown / Wicker Park · 1722 N Ashland Ave, Chicago, IL 60622
Walsh Park DFA
A compact, fully enclosed off-leash DFA in Walsh Park, west of Ashland beside the train tracks, with a doggie drinking fountain — a quick-stop run for the Bucktown/Wicker Park crowd.
Off-leash · alwaysThe facts
- Off-leashOff-leash · always
- FencedYes — enclosed
- WaterFountain on site
- Size0.10 acres
- HoursOff-leash all day · 6 AM–11 PM
- SurfaceGrass / dirt
Parking & access
Street parking around Ashland Ave.
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; one of the smaller DFAs — best for a quick outing.
- No food inside, no puppies under 4 months, no female dogs in heat.
About Walsh Park DFA
Walsh Park DFA is a free fenced dog park in Chicago, Illinois where dogs are off-leash year-round. It's fully fenced, with a drinking fountain on site. Size: 0.10 acres.
Rules verified · source: Chicago Park District
Walsh Park DFA: FAQ
- Can my dog be off-leash at Walsh Park DFA?
- Yes — Walsh Park DFA is off-leash year-round, whenever it's open.
- Is Walsh Park DFA fenced?
- Yes — Walsh Park DFA is fully enclosed.
- Is Walsh Park DFA free?
- Yes — Walsh Park DFA is free to access. Street parking around Ashland Ave.
- Where can my dog be off-leash right now?
- Open the live DogMap map — each spot shows whether off-leash is allowed at the current date and time, including seasonal and time-of-day limits.