Sometimes a walk around the block won’t do. When you and your pup need some off-leash time, there are several parks you can explore. We’ve rounded up 10 of Madison’s best off-leash dog parks, including the operating hours, cost, and what to expect at each park.
The first park on our list, My Dog and Me, is a privately-owned dog park. All other dog parks are owned and maintained by the city of Madison. A dog park permit1 is required to visit all city-owned parks.
The 10 Off-Leash Dog Parks in Madison, WI
1. My Dog and Me: The Dog Park at BT Farms
No public restrooms
Privately owned dog park
Advance reservations required
You have the entire park to yourself during your reserved time slot
Biodegradable dog waste bags provided
2. Brittingham Park
🗺️ Address:
📍 7451 Fankhauser Rd, Madison, WI 53718
🕐 Hours:
Sunrise to sunset
💲 Cost:
$8 daily pass / $43 annual pass; senior, disabled, & military discounts available
🐕 Off-Leash:
Yes
Spectacular views of Lake Monona
Benches for humans to sit back and relax
No shelters
Synthetic turf
3. Walnut Grove Park Dog Park
🗺️ Address:
📍 202 N Westfield Rd, Madison, WI 53717
🕐 Hours:
4:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m.
💲 Cost:
$8 daily pass / $43 annual pass; senior, disabled, & military discounts available
🐕 Off-Leash:
Yes
No public restrooms
Privately owned dog park
Advance reservations required
You have the entire park to yourself during your reserved time slot
Biodegradable dog waste bags provided
4. North Star Dog Park
🗺️ Address:
📍502 North Star Dr, Madison, WI 53718
🕐 Hours:
4:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m.
💲 Cost:
$8 daily pass / $43 annual pass; senior, disabled, & military discounts available
🐕 Off-Leash:
Yes
Large playground outside the dog park
Dog-friendly walking trail outside the off-leash area
Scattered picnic tables
Spacious park in a residential area
No public restrooms; seasonal port-a-potties
5. Sycamore Dog Park
🗺️ Address:
📍4517 Sycamore Ave, Madison, WI 53704
🕐 Hours:
4:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m.
💲 Cost:
$8 daily pass / $43 annual pass; senior, disabled, & military discounts available
🐕 Off-Leash:
Yes
One of the largest off-leash parks in the Madison area
Benches and a shelter, but no restrooms
Sycamore Park is nestled in a residential neighborhood
Separate section for small/elderly dogs
6. Demetral Park
🗺️ Address:
📍 601 N 6th St, Madison, WI 53704
🕐 Hours:
4:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m.
💲 Cost:
$8 daily pass / $43 annual pass; senior, disabled, & military discounts available
🐕 Off-Leash:
Yes
Locals report that it can be especially windy
Multiple in/out gates
Alcohol is prohibited in the park shelter and a 50-foot vicinity
Shelter and playground outside of the off-leash area
7. McCormick Park
🗺️ Address:
📍 702 McCormick Ave, Madison, WI 53704
🕐 Hours:
4:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m.
💲 Cost:
$8 daily pass / $43 annual pass; senior, disabled, & military discounts available
🐕 Off-Leash:
Yes
Adjacent to Starkweather Creek Path
Small neighborhood dog park
Shady, lots of trees
Typically, not busy or crowded
8. Odana School Park
🗺️ Address:
📍 678 S Segoe Rd, Madison, WI 53711
🕐 Hours:
4:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m.
💲 Cost:
$8 daily pass / $43 annual pass; senior, disabled, & military discounts available
🐕 Off-Leash:
Yes
Separate area for small dogs
No shelter or benches
Ample parking
In a commercial neighborhood near Westgate Mall
9. Quann Dog Park
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Access to the dog park may be limited during Alliant Energy Events
Open area with few trees
Off-leash area contains walking paths
Dog park has creek access for pups who like to swim
10. Warner Park
🗺️ Address:
📍 2301 Sheridan Dr, Madison, WI 53704
🕐 Hours:
4:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m.
💲 Cost:
$8 daily pass / $43 annual pass; senior, disabled, & military discounts available
🐕 Off-Leash:
Yes
Access to a lagoon. (The city does not test this water. Click here to learn more about blue-green algae.)
Parking lot may be full during Madison Mallard home games
Separate section for small and elderly dogs
Off-leash area has wooded trails and lake access
Conclusion
You can enjoy off-leash time with your dog at any of these Madison, WI, dog parks. My Dog and Me is the only private dog park on our list and requires an advance reservation. All other off-leash parks on our list are city-owned and open to the public from 4:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m.
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