Dog-Friendly Activities in Springfield, IL

There are 10 dog-friendly activities in Springfield. 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 Springfield.

Pet Friendly Lincoln Home National Historic Site
Lincoln Home National Historic Site Lincoln Home National Historic Site in Springfield, IL, is pet friendly. Bring Fido along to see preserves the home and surrounding area where Abraham Lincoln lived from 1844 to 1861. Take a walk with your leashed pooch around the four blocks surrounding his former home. Dogs are not allowed in the buildings, but are welcome in the Lincoln Neighborhood. See Details
Pet Friendly Scheels
Scheels Leashed dogs can join you at Scheels, a pet-friendly outdoor store with a location in Springfield, IL. You and Fido can browse the selection of sporting goods, hunting gear, as well as footwear and apparel from top brands. Pups can sniff out the dog section, which includes toys, treats and more. See Details
Stuart Park Dog Park Pups can play off-leash at Stuart Park Dog Park, located within pet-friendly Stuart Park in Springfield, IL. This fenced dog park offers separate small and large dog sections, shade structures, sturdy plastic pools, seasonally available water sources, benches and waste stations. See Details
Lewis Memorial Park Leashed dogs are welcome at Lewis Memorial Park, a pet-friendly recreation area in Springfield, IL. You and Fido can explore roughly two miles of shaded trails that meander through the woods and are also popular with bicyclists. See Details
Lost Bridge Trail The Lost Bridge 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 Springfield! The map below shows a parking area with convenient access to the Lost Bridge 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
Southwind Park Leashed dogs are welcome at Southwind Park, a pet-friendly outdoor recreation area in Springfield, IL. This large park includes urban trails, fields, sensory gardens, picnic shelters, fishing piers, a gazebo and playground. The park was built with accessibility in mind and is ADA compliant. See Details
Wabash Trail The Wabash 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 Springfield! The map below shows a parking area with convenient access to the Wabash 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
Buzz Bomb Brewing Co Buzz Bomb Brewing Co is a pet-friendly microbrewery and taproom in downtown Springfield, IL. They serve a variety of house-brewed craft beers including pilsners, pale ales, IPAs, brown ales, and guest ciders. Your pup can join you inside the cozy taproom or on the patio in front of the brewery. See Details
Lincoln Tomb Bring Fido to check out the Lincoln Tomb in Springfield, IL. Leashed dogs are welcome to join you in walking the pet-friendly grounds but are not allowed to enter the tomb. See Details
Camping World Camping World is a dog-friendly store in Springfield, IL. Fido is welcome to join you inside as you browse their aisles. They offer a wide range of RVs, camping equipment and repair services. Outdoor gear and accessories are also available on site. Please ensure your pup remains on a leash during your visit. See Details
Lost Bridge Trail The Lost Bridge 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 Rochester! The map below shows a parking area with convenient access to the Lost Bridge 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
Lincoln's New Salem You and Fido can take a walk down History Lane, literally, to visit Lincoln's New Salem in Petersburg, IL. This pet-friendly historic site allows you to walk through the reconstruction of the old village of New Salem, where former president, Abraham Lincoln, lived in the 1830s. Please leash and clean up after four-legged visitors. See Details
Hand of Fate Hand of Fate is a small, craft brewery in historic Petersburg, IL. Fido is welcome to join you for a cold beer at one of the outside tables. Hand of Fate produces a variety of brews including Milk Stouts, IPAs, Cream Stouts and Sours. Their dog-friendly taproom shares their space with a restaurant, but the two businesses are not connected. See Details
Sangchris Lake State Park Bring your leashed canine adventure buddy to Sangchris Lake State Park, a pet-friendly recreation area in Rochester, IL. This 3,000-acre park surrounds a man-made lake that is popular for fishing and boating. You and Fido can explore the scenic nature trails along the lakeshore. See Details
Centennial Dog Park The Springfield Illinois Park District is excited to announce the brand new dog park at Centennial Park! Centennial Dog Park is over an acre in size built for all dogs and park patrons to enjoy. The park was built to be fully ADA accessible and includes accessible parking, custom concrete walks, rock walking path and elevated viewing deck and community gathering space. The dog park features separate play areas for large dogs and small dogs, challenging obstacle course, misting fire extinguishers, dog water fountains, dog waste stations, benches and shelters. See Details
Interurban Trail The Interurban 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 Chatham! The map below shows a parking area with convenient access to the Interurban 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
Chatham Dog Park Chatham Dog Park is located on the east end of Westside Park in Chatham, IL. Bring Fido out for a day of exercise, play, and social time with other pups! The off-leash space is fully fenced and grass covered with gravel trails inside. Amenities include separate areas for large and small dogs, a covered pavilion, benches, a water fountain, and waste stations. Be careful as the park can get muddy after rain. See Details
Lincoln's New Salem State Historic Site Bring Fido with you to Lincoln's New Salem State Historic Site, a dog-friendly outdoor attraction in Petersburg, IL. Using informational markers, or attending an event, you and your pup can learn about and explore the grounds where Abraham Lincoln Spent his early childhood. There are paved and unpaved paths, open fields, wooden structures and cabins throughout. Dogs must remain on a leash the whole time and are not allowed in the museum. See Details
Love's Travel Stop Love's Travel Stop in Williamsville, IL, is a dog-friendly gas station and rest area. Across America, you'll find Love's Travel Stops that offer facilities for traveling canines. This location has a fully-fenced dog park with a convenient waste station. See Details
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