Dog Friendly Activities in Mattoon, IL

There are 2 dog friendly activities in Mattoon. 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 Mattoon.

Pet Friendly Mattoon Community Dog Park
Mattoon Community Dog Park Bring Fido out for a day of play at Mattoon Community Dog Park in Matoon, IL. The large space is fully fenced and grass covered with separate areas for large and small dogs. Additional amenities include double-gated entry, agility equipment, picnic tables & benches, water features, and waste stations. See Details
Pet Friendly Lincoln Prairie Grass Trail
Lincoln Prairie Grass Trail The Lincoln Prairie Grass Trail 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 Mattoon! The map below shows a parking area with convenient access to the Lincoln Prairie Grass Trail. 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. See Details
Fox Ridge State Park Leashed dogs are allowed at Fox Ridge State Park, a pet-friendly park in Charleston, IL. This 2,064-acre park is home to 8 miles of scenic hiking trails that will take you up steep, thickly wooded ridges and through scenic valleys. One of the most popular things to do is to wander up the staircase to Eagle's Nest, leading to a deck overlooking the river. See Details
Love's Travel Stop Love's Travel Stop is a dog-friendly gas station and rest stop in Greenup, IL. This location features a dog park, Wi-Fi, and a video gaming station for travelers who need to relax and recharge with their pups. Fido is welcome to play in the dog park or in the grassy areas by the pond. See Details
Lincoln Log Cabin State Historic Site Lincoln Log Cabin State Historic Site is a pet-friendly attraction in Lerna, IL. Your leashed pup is welcome to join you by your side as you explore 88 acres. During your visit, you'll find an accurate reproduction of the Lincolns' two-room cabin reconstructed on the original cabin site in 1935-1936 as a Civilian Conservation Corps project. See Details
Lincoln Prairie Grass Trail The Lincoln Prairie Grass Trail 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 Charleston! The map below shows a parking area with convenient access to the Lincoln Prairie Grass Trail. 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. See Details
Kaskaskia River State Fish and Wildlife Area Leashed dogs are welcome at Kaskaskia River State Fish and Wildlife Area, one of the largest state-owned areas located in Sullivan and Baldwin, IL, that stretches more than 20,000 acres. There are over 12 miles of pet-friendly trails to enjoy with Fido in the park and a number of picnic spots alongside the river banks. Boating and fishing are also very popular in the area. See Details
Mattoon, IL, US