Dog Friendly Activities in Riverside, IL

There’s 1 dog friendly activity in Riverside, and 191 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 Riverside.

Pet Friendly Riverside, What the Burbs Could've Been
Riverside, What the Burbs Could've Been 'Riverside, What the Burbs Could've Been' is a pet-friendly Airbnb Experience hosted by Matt. You and your pooch will take a guided walking tour of the neighborhood and learn about the architecture and tales of the historic suburbs designed by Frederick Law Olmsted. Please contact host prior to booking if you plan on bringing Fido along. The experience lasts 2 hours and can accommodate up to 10 guests ages 18 and up. Rates start at $35 per person. See Details
Pet Friendly Mercury's Canine Cruise
Mercury's Canine Cruise Mercury's Canine Cruise is a dog-friendly boat tour in Chicago IL. Bring your pooch on a leash and enjoy quality time with your dog while cruising on Chicago's waterways. Sit back, relax and soak in the city as you enjoy a lively narration of Chicago’s rich history and architectural marvels with dog-friendly highlights. Keep your dog on your lap, in a seat or on the deck. The dog cruise boat offers plenty of safe outdoor seating, water bowls and a special newspaper-lined restroom for your pet. Enjoy a great day out of doors with your favorite companion. Reserve your tickets online or at the ticket office. Tickets available online or dockside day-of. Tours run seasonally so be sure to check their website for current schedule. See Details
Seadog Cruises Chicago by Hornblower You and your pooch can see the Windy City from the water aboard a Seadog Cruises Chicago by Hornblower speedboat. Departing from Navy Pier, Seadog Cruises offers a variety of dog-friendly event tours throughout the year. Check their website for a current schedule of SeaDog cruises. See Details
Shoreline Sightseeing Bring Fido aboard one of the dog-friendly Shoreline Cruises boats in Chicago, IL, for a trip on Lake Michigan or the Chicago River. Well-behaved, leashed pets are welcome on classic lake cruises and architecture cruises. The classic lake cruise will highlight historic lakefront sights and attractions along Lake Michigan. The architecture cruise will take you down the Chicago River to see buildings such as Tribune Tower, Wrigley Building, Trump Tower, Marina City and more. Dogs are not permitted on special event cruises or on fireworks cruises. Cruises depart from multiple locations depending on cruise and time. Call or visit website for exact departure location. See Details
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. See Details
Jackson Bark Jackson Bark is a dog park located in Jackson Park, just south of the Museum of Science and Industry in Chicago, IL. The fenced park features agility equipment and toys for Fido to enjoy. See Details
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. See Details
Chicago Riverwalk Chicago Riverwalk in Chicago, IL, is dog friendly. This pedestrian waterfront hike spans from Lake Shore Drive to Lake Street in downtown Chicago, encompassing restaurants, a public art gallery and a museum right on the riverwalk. See Details
Nordstrom Nordstrom in Chicago, IL, is pet friendly. Leashed dogs are allowed inside this shop located inside the Shops at Northbridge. They sell a variety of clothing, shoes and accessories. See Details
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. See Details
Whiskey Hill Brewing Company Whiskey Hill Brewing Company, formerly known as Myths and Legends, is a dog-friendly brewery in Westmont, IL. You and Fido are welcome to enjoy this brewery together, inside and out. There's a lively taproom inside, featuring a number of craft brews that have been created on the premises. Food trucks and other entertainment are scheduled throughout the year. Check their website for current offerings. See Details
Miskatonic Brewing Company Miskatonic Brewing Company is a pet-friendly brewery in Darien, IL. Whether it be traditional, classic styles of ales and lagers, or something new and wild, Miskatonic Brewing loves to find new ways to connect with the craft beer. Friendly dogs welcome inside and outside the brewery. See Details
Waterfall Glen Forest Preserve Waterfall Glen Forest Preserve is a pet-friendly, 2,503-acre preserve in Lemont, 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. See Details
Schiller Woods 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. See Details
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. See Details
Navy Pier Navy Pier in Chicago, IL, is often referred to as Chicago's lakefront playground. Dogs are welcome at the outdoor common areas of Navy Pier. Some merchants and tours providers along Navy Pier permit dogs to join their humans. There are also pet-friendly restaurants along Navy Pier. See Details
Messenger Marsh Dog Park The Forest Preserve District of Will County's 5-acre fenced Messenger Marsh Dog Park provides an exercise area where dogs can run free in Homer Glen, IL. The dog park also features a smaller 1-acre park for dogs under 30 pounds. A shelter and benches provide comfort for human companions. A permit is required for use of the dog park. Other amenities at Messenger Marsh include a picnic shelter and multi-use trails suitable for equestrians. Located on South Bell Road, about 0.25-mile South of 159th Street. See Details
Community Bark West Community Bark West in Glenview, IL, is a 6-acre off-leash park with electronic key entry, benches, shade and a separate small dog area. The park is located within Community Park West. Dogs are welcome in the surrounding park area, as long as they are leashed. See Details
Bo's Run 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. See Details
Fred Anderson Dog Park Architecturally structured dog park named for Chicago Jazz musician and owner of the Velvet Lounge, the Fred Anderson Dog Park is part of the Chicago Park District in Chicago, IL. Located in the South Loop, this park features separate areas for small and large dogs, as well as spouting fountains in the summer and a performance area. See Details
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