Canine Corners Dog Parks
Bring Your Dog to Run and Play!
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.
All three dog parks are open year-round dawn to dusk, with a portion of Searls Park open until 10:00 pm.
An active membership in the form of a visible Canine Corners access card and lanyard is required of all park users. 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.
Dog Park Updates
IMPORTANT: We're experiencing an electrical issue at Searls, which has affected the lights. Repairs are underway, and it may take a few days to get everything back on. 02/25/26
🐶 Let’s Build a Dog Park – New Dog Park Coming to Alpine Park
Dog Park Locations
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Elliot Dog Park
426 S Lyford Rd | Rockford, IL 61108
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Olson Dog Park
7901 Harlem Rd | Loves Park, IL 61111
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Searls Dog Park
4950 Safford Rd. | Rockford, IL 61101
Annual Dog Tags
One Dog: $67
Two Dogs: $102
Three Dogs: $137
Annual dog park passess may be purchased online or in person at any Rockford Park District Customer Service office during regular business hours. Click here for Customer Service locations and hours.
Online Purchases: Passes purchased online will be processed and held for pickup at any Rockford Park District Customer Service office. Please print your receipt or have it available on your mobile device as proof of purchase until your pass is received.
Olson Dog Park One Day Pooch Pass
$10/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 Access Passes are required to use Canine Corners. Passes are valid for 365 days from the date of purchase and can be renewed up to 30 days before it expires.
All parks are open from dawn until dusk, with extended hours in the illuminated open space at Searls until 10:00 pm.
Dog park users must have their dog park access pass visible while inside the park. Dogs are required to wear a collar while 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 park access for dogs displaying aggression or intimidating behavior toward 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 based on current guidelines.
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
Love our dog parks? Become a Canine Corners Volunteer!
We’re looking for volunteers to help spread the word about upcoming activities, greet park visitors, restock mutt mitt stations, and share in the fun of building a strong dog-loving community!
Interested? Fill out a volunteer application using the link below or contact Faye McManus at fayemcmanus@rockfordparkdistrict.org for more information.