The dog exercise areas in the park are posted on signs in the park. This is a non-fenced dog exercise area. A permit is required to use the off-leash park. The permit allows use of all Madison and Dane County off-leash areas. An annual permit costs $20 per dog or you may opt for a daily fee of $3 per dog per day. Permits may be purchased at the parks department at 4318 Robertson Rd or at many places around the county. The pet exercise area is located north of Stoughton on Hwy N.