Elmhurst Dog Park Expected To Open This Year: District

ELMHURST, IL – The Elmhurst Park District says it aims to complete the construction of a dog park by year's end.

The dog park is planned for 0S761 Old York Road. It is in an unincorporated neighborhood southeast of town.

In 2017, the district purchased the 3.4 acres for the dog park. The project budget is $2.2 million, according to the district's website. An estimate from years ago was $1.7 million.

The park plan includes a dog splash pad, drinking fountains, waste bag dispensers, picnic shelters, pathways with seating, play areas, an agility course, a hill and tunnel, restrooms and storage, the website said.

"Opening the District’s first dog park is a high priority in the Vision 2020 Plan based on community feedback and the park amenity level of service analysis," the district said.