Off-leash allowed within the fenced Dog Friendly Area at the north end of Montrose Beach; dogs may swim 11 a.m.-7 p.m.; leashed to and from the DFA.
The main "people beach" outside the fenced Dog Friendly Area.
Chicago Park District permit + vet-issued tag required ($10/dog); 3-dog limit per adult; no puppies under 4 months or dogs in heat; current rabies vaccination required.
Service animals are allowed where pets are not, under the ADA. A leash is still required.
Yes, Montrose has a fenced, designated off-leash Dog Friendly Area on Lake Michigan, but every dog needs a paid permit tag. Off-leash allowed within the fenced Dog Friendly Area at the north end of Montrose Beach; dogs may swim 11 a.m.-7 p.m.; leashed to and from the DFA.
Chicago Park District permit + vet-issued tag required ($10/dog); 3-dog limit per adult; no puppies under 4 months or dogs in heat; current rabies vaccination required.
The main "people beach" outside the fenced Dog Friendly Area.
Service animals are allowed where pets are not, under the ADA. A leash is still required.