Off-Leash
West Loop
Yes, fully off-leash
Yes
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Off-leash area on West Monroe in the western stretch of the West Loop, listed as Park No. 569.
The Dog Friendly Area on West Monroe, west of Ashland. The Park District lists it under its unnamed designation, Park No. 569. It is the West Loop's second off-leash option after Mary Bartelme.
Off-leash inside the gates only — dogs must be leashed before entering and on the way out.
Chicago Park District DFA — a permit and tag are required for every dog, renewed annually. Bring a current Chicago dog license or proof of rabies vaccination, vaccination records (distemper, hepatitis, parainfluenza, parvovirus, bordetella, leptospirosis) and a recent fecal test. Fee note: the Park District lists $10 per dog per year, the city's Animal Care and Control FAQ lists $5 — confirm before you go. Rules: three dogs per person max, no puppies under four months, no dogs in heat, no food inside the gates. The Park District lists this as Park No. 569 with no official name — it may be signed differently on site. Surface and fencing not yet verified. Details checked 2026-09-22.
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