Albany Park
Off-Leash
Yes, fully off-leash
Yes
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Off-leash area at River Park on Francisco, where the North Shore Channel meets the Chicago River.
The Dog Friendly Area at River Park, on Francisco near Foster. River Park sits at the confluence of the North Shore Channel and the North Branch of the Chicago River, with river paths running north and south from it.
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. Sits on the Albany Park and Lincoln Square boundary — tagged Albany Park here. Surface and fencing not yet verified. Details checked 2026-09-22.
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