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Dog-Friendly Activities in Elmhurst, IL

There’s 1 dog-friendly activity in Elmhurst, and 182 more nearby. Use the links below to get an overview of each one, see pictures, print directions, and even read reviews from other dog owners. Coming from out of town? Get a discounted rate on pet friendly hotels in Elmhurst.

Pet Friendly Illinois Prairie Path

Illinois Prairie Path

Illinois Prairie Path

The Illinois Prairie Path is one of 1600 rail-trails supported by Rails-to-Trails Conservancy, a nonprofit organization that is working to create a nationwide network of trails from former rail lines and connecting corridors. Previously an unused railroad corridor, this "rail-trail" is now a great place to walk Fido in Elmhurst! The map below shows a parking area with convenient access to the Illinois Prairie Path. Rails-to-Trails Conservancy has generously provided map data for this trail to Bring Fido for informational purposes only. For more detailed trail information, please visit TrailLink.com.

Pet Friendly Yorktown Center

Yorktown Center

Yorktown Center

Yorktown Center is a popular dog-friendly shopping center in Chicago’s Western Suburbs in Lombard, IL. Shoppers and their four-legged friends can enjoy a fun shopping and dining experience year-round. In addition to letting you shop with your best friend, restaurants located within Yorktown Center will also allow shoppers to dine alfresco with their pooches on their dog-friendly patios, and the Center has comfort stations throughout the mall that contain bags, wipes and garbage cans for shoppers' convenience.

Montrose Dog Beach

Montrose Dog Beach

The Montrose Dog Beach is Chicago's first legal off-leash beach. Located on the Northwest corner of Montrose Beach, this area is fenced and offers free dog waste bags and a dog-wash area. Montrose Dog Beach is open during all regular Chicago Park District hours, but morning hours are the most popular. DFA tags are required for all dogs.

Wag 'N Paddle

Wag 'N Paddle is an indoor climate-controlled park and heated swimming pool designed for dogs in Naperville, IL. This pet-friendly park is perfect for pooches who love to paddle and play. The 9,000-square-feet park is monitored by staff to make sure dogs and their owners are on their best behavior. In addition to providing a pool and park to play in, they also offer a number of swimming classes in the pool for senior dogs and training sessions with qualified dog trainers for all levels of pooch in the park too. Fido can gain unlimited access to the indoor dog park for a membership fee, and for for an extra fee can enjoy private swimming sessions. There are a number of other pricing options available on their website for regular and one-time users.

Naperville Riverwalk

Naperville Riverwalk

Naperville Riverwalk in Naperville, IL, features 1.75 miles of brick paths, fountains, bridges, meeting and event places, outdoor sculpture and artwork, recreational facilities, and celebratory memorials. Leashed dogs are welcome on the Walk, and there is plenty of shade and water spigots available along the way. Great place unwind and relax. Nearby Riverwalk Cafe welcomes dogs on their patio and offers a simple doggie menu.

The Promenade Bolingbrook

Bolingbrook, IL

The Promenade Bolingbrook

The Promenade Bolingbrook in Bolingbrook, IL, is pet friendly. Home to 26 different pet-friendly stores, this is a great shopping center to visit with your pooch. The Doggie Potty Stations are useful to clean up after your pup. They host a regular Pet Parade to showcase some of their four-legged customers.

Waterfall Glen Forest Preserve

Waterfall Glen Forest Preserve

Waterfall Glen Forest Preserve is a pet-friendly, 2,503-acre preserve in Darien, IL. It's one of the area's most popular forest preserves known for its Rocky Glen waterfall, Sawmill Creek bluff overlook, and extensive trails. Explore 11 miles of trails with your leashed pooch by your side and discover natural beauty along the way.

BeerShop

Featuring sixteen lines of revolving beer on tap and over two-hundred-and-fifty different packaged beers, BeerShop in Oak Park, IL, is dog friendly. Packaged beer can be consumed at the shop, next to your leashed canine companion, or you can grab a beer to go. BeerShop also serves a limited amount of cider, wine, non-alcoholic beverages, and coffee and pastry (on the weekends). This relaxed space encourages guests to order food from its restaurant neighbors, or order from the occasional food truck on the property.

Schiller Woods

Schiller Park, IL

Schiller Woods is a dog-friendly pond and park located in Schiller Park, IL, on the Des Plaines Trail. Fido is welcome to join you, as long as he remains on-leash at all times. This park offers multiple picnic groves, hiking, bicycling, and cross-country skiing. Please note that dogs are not allowed on the Model Airplane Flying Field, on the property.

Community Bark West

Community Bark West

Community Bark West at Community Park West in Glenview, IL, is a 6-acre off-leash park with electronic key entry, benches, shade, and a separate small-dog area. Park passes are available to residents and nonresidents on a first-come, first-served basis until the 1,000-dog maximum is reached. Dogs are welcome in the surrounding park area, as long as they are leashed. The dog park is closed for maintenance on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 8:30 AM to 11:30 AM.

Central Bark Dog Park

Central Bark Dog Park

Central Bark Dog Park in Lemont, IL, is a small, fenced dog park where Fido can enjoy some off-leash time. The park features separate areas for small and large dogs, as well as benches for your convenience. A permit is required for entry and can be acquired at the Township Office.

Bosly's Backyard

Bosly's Backyard

Unleash a new adventure for you and Fido by visiting Bosly's Backyard, a dog-friendly indoor play space in the Ravenswood neighborhood in Chicago. Bosly's Backyard is a new concept in dog exercise designed to promote physical & cognitive development, and to strengthen the bond with your dog through a shared one-on-one experience. Private play sessions can be booked for a duration of 30, 45, or 60 minutes, allowing Fido uninterrupted off-leash exercise and enrichment in 2400 square feet of space. Bosly's Backyard has a variety of exciting and engaging agility equipment and toys for Fido to utilize during your session. You are also welcome to bring Fido's favorite toys or treats from home. Secure a buddy pass for Fido's best friend so they too can play in a safe environment. Start planning Fido's next birthday party at Bosly's Backyard, or schedule a time to celebrate your dog's gotcha day or other special occasion!

Bo's Run

Hoffman Estates, IL

Bo's Run in Hoffman Estates, IL, is a fully fenced off-leash dog park that includes water, agility equipment, benches and a keypad entry. There are 2-acres of field for dogs to enjoy with 5-foot tall fences. The park also features separate areas for small and large dogs. Memberships are required for entry and can be purchased online.

Norwood Dog Friendly Area

Norwood Dog Friendly Area

The Norwood Dog Friendly Area in Chicago, IL, is a spacious off-leash area located within Norwood Park. The park features a doggy water fountain and is located just north of the service yard on Avondale Ave.

Midwest Coast Brewing Company

Midwest Coast Brewing Company

Grab a beer with your best bud at the pet-friendly Midwest Coast Brewing Company in Chicago, IL. Leashed dogs are welcome inside to keep beer lovers company. Midwest Coast Brewing Company also have a large outside seating area, hold regular events, and host pop-up food trucks on weekends.

Park No. 551 Dog Friendly Area

Park No. 551 Dog Friendly Area

Park No. 551 Dog Friendly Area is a 1.19-acre green space in Chicago, IL. Bring your pet to play off-leash at this shady, fenced, neighborhood dog park.

Macushla Brewing Co.

Macushla Brewing Co.

Macushla Brewing Co. is a dog-friendly brewery in Glenview, IL. Leashed dogs are welcome in the taproom and on the patio. There is a wide range of beers to choose from including lagers, blondes, IPAs, stouts, etc. Food can be purchased from Hackney's or Flaco's Tacos, both of which are next door.

Hawk Hollow Preserve

Hawk Hollow Preserve

Hawk Hollow Preserve in Bartlett, IL, offers 34 acres of off-leash area for dogs to enjoy along with a three-mile multipurpose trail connecting to trails in Mallard Lake and West Branch forest preserves. A permit is required for off-leash use. Dogs must be leashed in all other areas of the pet-friendly preserve. The area is open during regular preserve hours.

Miller Meadow Off-Leash Dog Area

Forest Park, IL

Miller Meadow Off-Leash Dog Area

The Forest Preserves of Cook County currently operates Miller Meadow Off-Leash Dog Area in Forest Park, IL, for visitors to let their dogs enjoy the pet-friendly preserves without a leash. Please note that these are the only locations within the Forest Preserves where off-leash dogs are allowed. Dog owners wishing to enter the Off-Leash Dog Areas must first purchase an annual membership. The annual membership includes one membership card and one key to enter any of the Forest Preserves’ Off-Leash Dog Areas.

Maple Park Dog Park

Maple Park Dog Park

Maple Park Dog Park in Oak Park, IL, is a dedicated off-leash site that covers approximately 12,000 square feet. The park features a crushed granite surface, benches, canine water fountain and an electronic entry system. The dog park is open daily to permitted users.

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