Dog Friendly Hiking Trails in Decatur, IL

There’s 1 dog-friendly hiking trail in Decatur, and 3 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 Decatur.

Lincoln Trail Homestead State Park & Memorial

Decatur, IL

Lincoln Trail Homestead State Park & Memorial Lincoln Trail Homestead State Park & Memorial is a pet-friendly recreation area in Decatur, IL. Bring Fido with you while you explore some of the 162 acres and its recreational opportunities. Your leashed pup can join you on a leisure hike on the unpaved path through wooded areas and along Sangamon River. The two of you can then enjoy a picnic on one of the open lawns or under Lincoln Shelter. Don't forget to pack waste bags and water for Fido. See Details

Weldon Springs State Park

Clinton, IL

Weldon Springs State Park Leashed dogs can join you at Weldon Springs State Park, a 550-acre pet-friendly park in Clinton, IL. The spring-fed lake with two miles of shoreline is the main attraction at this park, and it can be enjoyed from the Lakeside Self-Guiding Interpretive Trail that circles the banks of the lake. There are a number of other trails that weave around the woods that surround the water for you and Fido to explore. You can also visit the Veteran's Point Memorial located in the park. See Details

Spitler Woods State Natural Area

Mount Zion, IL

Spitler Woods State Natural Area Leashed dogs are welcome at Spitler Woods State Natural Area, a pet-friendly outdoor space in Mount Zion, IL. This wooded park is an ideal spot to take Fido and enjoy scenic wooded trails and picnic areas near a creek. See Details

Shelbyville State Fish and Wildlife Area

Bethany, IL

Shelbyville State Fish and Wildlife Area Leashed dogs are welcome at Shelbyville State Fish and Wildlife Area in Bethany, IL. This pet-friendly park can be found along the banks of the Kaskaskia and West Okaw Rivers and is made up of forests, prairies, restored grasslands, wetlands and streams. You and Fido can explore the many trails throughout this natural area. Hunting and fishing are other popular activities. See Details