Dog Parks

Announcements:

Parma’s first-ever dog park is also set to open soon 2025. Located within Parma Town Park, 1300 Hilton Parma Corners Rd., Hilton, NY 14468, this one-acre, natural-setting dog park features designated areas for both large and small breeds to ensure a safe and enjoyable experience for all four-legged friends. The space has been partially funded by the state and Assembly Member Josh Jensen, making it a true community effort. Stay tuned for details on the official “leash-cutting” ceremony.

Registration and Renewal

Dog park registrations and renewals can be done either online, coming into the Monroe County Parks Department office during our business hours, or by printing off the appropriate forms and mailing them to the Monroe County Parks office.

New members must submit the Dog Park registration form and the Dog Park agreement, as well as paper copies of both the Dog license issued by your municipality and a rabies certificate from your veterinarian (paper copies not metal tags). Renewals only need to submit the renewal paper work and a current paper copy of the Dog license issued by your municipality.

All mail in applications need to be packed into an envelope along with a check for $24 made payable to the Monroe County Parks Department.

Applications are only good for the calendar year they are submitted, meaning all applicaitons submitted before October 1st, 2025 are only valid though the end of the year. Applications processed after October 1st, 2025 are part of our extended application period, meaning they will cover both 2025 and 2026 permit for one cost.

Online Registration / Renewal Form

Printable Registration Form

Printable Dog Park Agreement

Printable Dog Park Renewal Form*

Once everything has been submitted we will review the application mail back codes and dog tags upon approval.

Print off of the application webpage will not be accepted and returned to the applicant. 

*renewal form is only valid if you were a member for the previous year

Dog Parks Overview

Monroe County Department of Parks hosts Off-Leash Dog Areas (Dog Parks) at Ellison, Greece Canal, and Webster parks, and has reciprocal agreements for use of Henrietta Dog Park,  Sweden Town Park, and Pittsford Dog Park.

Image of dogs playing in park

 Dog Parks On Facebook

Hours/Rules

The dog parks are self policing, and we recomend all members be familiair with the Rules and County Laws for Dog Parks.

  • Hours of operation: 7am to Dusk (this changes with the season)
  • Each dog visiting must be a registered member of the Monroe County Dog Parks.
  • Entrance will only be allowed to those in possession of a valid Monroe County Dog Parks swipe card, tag for each dog, and paper copy of their permit/s. Dogs must be wearing the up-to-date Monroe County Dog Parks tag. All people enter the dog park must have completed an acknowledgment of the Rules.
  • If you feel in danager or are injured while using the dog park contact law enforcement. 

Frequently Asked Questions

Q. Where/When can I register my dog(s)? 

You may register your dog for the Monroe County Dog Parks online or at the Monroe County Parks Administrative Office, located at 171 Reservoir Avenue, Rochester, NY 14620, across the street from the Lamberton Conservatory in Highland Park.  Registraion is open during regular business hours, from 8:30 am to 4:30 pm, Mondays through Fridays (excluding Holidays).

Please be sure to bring these TWO DOCUMENTS (not the metal tags) for BOTH:

  1. Your dog’s or dogs’ License/s from your Town or City, with current address
  2. AND your dog’s or dogs’ Rabies Certificate/s

Q. How much does it cost to register my dog(s)?

The annual fee for access to all Monroe County Dog Parks is $25 per dog (If you pay by cash or check, you receive a $1 discount and pay $24.)

Q. How can I pay to register my dog(s)?

Cash, checks, and credit cards are accepted for payment. Additional digital payments are availble when applying online. 

Q. What information do I need to bring with me for registration?

  • Proof of dog's age (All dogs must be at least 6 months old to register)
  • Current copy of your dog(s) license(s) from your Town or City, with current address. This includes dogs from out of county or state.  
  • Current copy of Rabies Certificate (we require the documentation, not the metal tag)

Q. How long does registration take? 

Only 5-10 minutes, as you will just need to fill out a permit and agreement in person, while we process your other documentation. (These documents are not available online for download in advance, as they are filled out in triplicate.)

Q. ​For what period of time is the registration valid? 

  • ​New registrations are required annually. All registrations expire on December 31st of each year.
  • Any registration processed after Oct 1st, is valid through the end of the following year. If registration occurs before Oct 1st, it is only valid through the end of the current calendar year. 
  • Renewal packets for the following year will be mailed to currently registered Dog Park members by late November. 

Q. ​What do I need to know before I use the dog parks? 

Q. What are the benefits of dog parks? 

  • Providing a legal recreational outlet for dog owners who want to exercise and socialize their dogs in a safe, leash-free environment
  • Preventing unwanted encounters between unleashed dogs and other park users
  • Allowing people with limited mobility to exercise their dogs in a safe, accessible place
  • Bringing people together to promote a greater sense of community

Q. What if I have other questions, not answered by the information listed above? 

Feel Free to call the Parks Department Staff at 753-7275 (PARK), or click here to send us an email inquiry. 

Q. How can I make a charitable contribution to the Dog Park Trust Fund? 

​Donate by Check: Please make your check payable to “Monroe County Parks Department” and include “For Dog Park Trust Fund” on the memo line. Mail your check to:

Monroe County Parks Department
171 Reservoir Avenue
Rochester, NY 14620

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