Can my dog be off-leash at Walsh Park DFA?

Off-leash is allowed only during posted hours: 6 AM–11 PM.

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.

Fenced 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 · set hours

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Off-leash during set hours

6 AM–11 PM.

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The facts

Off-leash
Off-leash · set hours
Fenced
Yes — enclosed
Water
Fountain on site
Size
0.10 acres
Hours
6 AM–11 PM
Surface
Grass / 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.

Verified off-leash rules

Rules verified · source: Chicago Park District

Walsh Park DFA: FAQ

Can my dog be off-leash at Walsh Park DFA?: Off-leash is allowed only during posted hours: 6 AM–11 PM.
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.

The facts

Parking & access

Good to know

Verified off-leash rules

Walsh Park DFA: FAQ

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