Canine Corners Dog Parks
Canine Corners Dog Parks are great places to let your dog off the leash to run, play, and socialize. These parks are open year-round from dawn to dusk, and they are fenced so dogs are safely contained off-leash, with brush and paths for a great field experience.
An annual pass (in the form of a visible dog tag), or one day pass is required for all dogs using the park.
Elliot Park
426 S Lyford Rd
Rockford, IL 61108
Open year-round from dawn to dusk.
Olson Park
7901 Harlem Rd
Loves Park, IL 61111
Open year-round from dawn to dusk.
Searls Park
4950 Safford Rd.
Rockford, IL 61101
Open year-round from dawn to dusk, with a portion of the park open until 10:00 pm.
Bring your dog to run and play!
All three dog parks are fenced so that dogs are safely contained off-leash, with brush and paths for a great field experience.
Membership in the form of a visible Canine Corners tag is required of all dogs using the park, and must be renewed each calendar year. Owners are subject to fines ranging from $75 to $500 for non-compliance with user fees or park rules, according to District Ordinance Section 11.03.
Current rabies tag number is required at the time of registration. Owners are required to sign a rules, waiver, and release contract.
Annual Dog Tags
First Pooch: $62
Additional Pooch: $30
Tag fees for new members will be prorated after July 31.
Annual dog tags may be purchased online or in-person at any Rockford Park District Customer Service office during regular business hours.
If you purchase your tag online, your tag will be processed and mailed to you within 2-3 business days. Please print your receipt or have available via mobile device for proof of purchase until you receive your tag in the mail.
One Day Pooch Pass
$8/dog
Day passes can be purchased online or at any Rockford Park District Customer Service office during regular business hours.
Current rabies tag number is required at the time of purchase. Owners will also be required to sign a rules, waiver, and release contract.
Canine Corners Rules
To ensure that owners and their pets have a great time while visiting Canine Corners, there are a few rules that all users must abide by.
Canine Corners Membership Tags are required to use Canine Corners.
Dogs must wear a collar displaying membership tag, or the owner must have the tag with them inside the park. Spiked, pinch, or choke-style collars are prohibited.
For their safety, children, under age 10, are NOT permitted inside Canine Corners parks.
Your dog must be under your control and in your sight at all times.
You are held responsible for your dog’s behavior.
The Rockford Park District has the right to refuse or revoke tags of dogs displaying aggression or intimidating behavior towards other dogs or people. No refunds will be given for revoked tags.
Dog owners are responsible for picking up and disposing of all their dogs’ waste, and refilling any holes their dog(s) create.
No food or smoking allowed inside the parks.
Male and female dogs must be neutered or spayed, regardless of age.
All dogs must be leashed when entering and leaving the park.
Dogs less than 6 months of age are prohibited.
Limit three dogs per adult per visit.
Please be courteous. Treat others the way you want them to treat you and your dog.
Report an Issue
To report a problem at any of our dog parks, please call or text 815.987.8800 or if it's an emergency and you need police assistance dial 9-1-1.
Volunteer
We are looking for people who love the dog parks and want to help keep them a fun and welcoming space. Volunteers assist with cleanup days, events, greeting other patrons of the parks, informing new patrons of the park rules and proper etiquette. Assisting with distributing flyers, stocking mutt mitt containers, and more! Visit the link below to fill out a volunteer application or contact Faye McManus at fayemcmanus@rockfordparkdistrict.org for more information.
