Three Rivers has specific policies for dogs in off-leash areas. For the safety of all park users, please adhere to these policies. Violation of any of these rules and conditions can lead to a citation and/or revocation of your pass. The Park District reserves the right to reject or cancel passes for any reason and will restrict days or times of use as necessary.
- Users of the dog off-leash areas must carry or display a daily or annual pass.
- Dogs must be under control at all times. No exceptions. A dog is considered under control if it will come when called. Dogs must not be permitted to interfere with other people or dogs, unless permission is granted by each handler for dogs to play together.
- Handlers must remain in the area with their dogs at all times.
- Each handler must clean up and dispose of dog feces in a sanitary manner. A trash barrel is provided at each site.
- Aggressive behavior is not acceptable.
- Permit holders must have certification of current rabies vaccination for each pet readily available when using the dog off-leash area. Puppies under the age of 4 months are not allowed in the off-leash areas.
- No more than two pets per dog handler are allowed in the area at any given time.
- Children must be closely supervised by adults and should be instructed about proper behavior around dogs.
- Off-leash area use is only allowed during park hours (5:00 AM to sunset daily, or as posted by the Park District).
- Use of firearms or devices considered firearms under Federal Law is prohibited. Use of blank starter pistols not considered firearms under Federal Law is permitted at the Lake Sarah and Crow-Hassan sites.
- Use of pigeons, quail, chukars, and pheasants will be permitted for training purposes at the Lake Sarah and Crow-Hassan sites. Humane treatment of all animals is required. Under no conditions will animals of any type be mistreated, abused, injured, or killed. The pass holder is required to take necessary measures to ensure that this condition is met. It is strongly recommended that training birds be recovered before leaving the area.
- All other Park Ordinances must be followed. Copies are available upon request.
