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 have 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
| ️ Address: | 7451 Fankhauser Rd, Madison, WI 53718 |
| Hours: | Sunrise to sunset |
| Cost: | $20 for 45 minutes |
| 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
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
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| ️ 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
| ️ Address: | 1802 Quann-Olin Pkwy, Madison, WI 53713 |
| 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 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
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| ️ 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.
- You might also be interested in: 10 Dog-Friendly Hiking Trails in Wisconsin You Can Visit
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The 10 Off-Leash Dog Parks in Madison, WI
