Off-Leash
River North
Yes, fully off-leash
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Off-leash area at A. Montgomery Ward Park on Kingsbury, along the river in River North.
The Dog Friendly Area at A. Montgomery Ward Park, on Kingsbury beside the north branch of the river. It serves the River North and Near North high-rises.
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. Surface and fencing not yet verified. Details checked 2026-09-22.
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