Dog Friendly Activities in Effingham, IL

There are 3 dog friendly activities in Effingham. 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 Effingham.

Pet Friendly Evergreen Bark Park
Evergreen Bark Park Evergreen Bark Park in Effingham, IL is located north of Evergreen Hollow Park and east of Workman Sports and Wellness Complex. Fido can play off-leash in either the large dog area or adjoining small dog space, both of which are fully fenced. Each area has a double gated entry and corrals allowing owners to unleash their pets prior to entering the space. Once funding permits, features of the park will include a pavilion, shade structures, benches, waste stations, and human water fountains with a dog-level water bowl and spout. There will also be a dog washing area to rinse off muddy pets before you return home. See Details
Pet Friendly The Cross at the Crossroads
The Cross at the Crossroads Leashed dogs can accompany you on a visit to The Cross At The Crossroads in Effingham, IL. This pet-friendly attraction is the second largest cross in America, looming 198-feet in the air above those traveling the intersection of I-57 and I-70. See Details
TA Effingham Has a full-service restaurant open 24 hours, Iron Skillet, O'Deli's, Dunkin' Donuts Express and a Travel Store. This location has a dedicated area for pets that need some exercise or a rest break. Waste bags and trash receptacles are also available for easy cleanup. TA and Petro Travel Stores also carry a variety of pet care product. See Details
Bark Park Dogs can play off-leash at this dog park in Vandalia, IL. Pets should be supervised at all times. The park closes at dusk daily. See Details
Forest Park Leashed dogs are welcome at Forest Park, a pet-friendly outdoor space in Shelbyville, IL. You and Fido can enjoy the extensive, scenic lakeside pathways at this lovely park. See Details
Newton Lake State Fish and Wildlife Area Bring your leashed pup on an adventure to Newton Lake State Fish and Wildlife Area, a pet-friendly natural space in Newton, IL. You and Fido can explore over 22 miles of trail along the shorelines of scenic Lake Newton. Boating, fishing and cross-country skiing are also popular. Please note that the area permits hunting during designated seasons. See Details
Effingham, IL, US