Dog Friendly Hiking Trails in Dixon, IL

There’s 1 dog-friendly hiking trail in Dixon, and 9 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 Dixon.

Lowell Parkway Trail

Dixon, IL

Lowell Parkway Trail The Lowell Parkway 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 Dixon! The map below shows a parking area with convenient access to the Lowell Parkway 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

White Pines Forest State Park

Mount Morris, IL

White Pines Forest State Park White Pines Forest State Park is a dog-friendly state park in Mount Morris, Illinois. At 385-acres, the park is made up of varied scenery that's beautiful to explore, including moss-covered cliffs, tranquil woods of towering pines, and the babbling Pine Creek running through the middle. The trails in the park are all pet-friendly and three of the seven are less than a mile long. Size isn't everything though, as these trails prove, leading you and your pooch around vine-covered limestone bluffs and lots of blossoming spring flowers. Additionally, there's an easier trail that is suitable for all levels of walker too. Dogs should be on a leash for the duration of their visit to White Pines Forest. See Details

Castle Rock State Park

Oregon, IL

Castle Rock State Park Dogs are welcome all over Castle Rock State Park in Oregon, Illinois. Located along the banks of Rock River, this pet-friendly park is home to six miles of marked hiking trails for dogs and their owners to enjoy. The trails lead to views of the river, the forests, and the marshland. There are also three picnic areas dotted around the car park with shelters, picnic tables, playground equipment, grills, toilets and drinking water. One of the most popular of these offers a view across the Rock River Valley for you and Fido to enjoy. See Details

Franklin Creek State Natural Area

Franklin Grove, IL

Franklin Creek State Natural Area Dogs are welcome at Franklin Creek State Natural Area in Franklin Grove, IL. This pet-friendly park spans 882-acres and is home to several large natural springs, hardwood forests, and jutting bedrocks. There are over four miles of trails to enjoy with Fido in the park, including the Mill Springs Trail, a unique, concrete-surfaced trail suitable for people of all mobility levels that leads to Mill Spring, the largest body of water in the park. Alternatively, you may want to try wandering on Pioneer Pass that takes in some of the stunning natural beauty of the area. See Details

Lowden-Miller

Oregon, IL

Lowden-Miller Lowden-Miller is a pet-friendly wooded area in Oregon, Illinois. There are 22 miles of trails that spread out through the pretty pine forests to check out with your pooch. Alternatively, you can check out the one and a half mile Loggers Trail that is described as a nature trail. Dogs must be kept on a leash for the duration of their visit in the park and owners should clean up after their pets. See Details

Joe Stengel Trail

Polo, IL

Joe Stengel Trail The Joe Stengel 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 Polo! The map below shows a parking area with convenient access to the Joe Stengel 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

Hennepin Canal Parkway

Rock Falls, IL

Hennepin Canal Parkway The Hennepin Canal Parkway is a multi-use trail preserved from a historic canal towpath that's a great place to walk Fido in Rock Falls! The map below shows a parking area with convenient access to the Hennepin Canal Parkway. 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

Hennepin Canal Parkway

Tampico, IL

Hennepin Canal Parkway The Hennepin Canal Parkway is a multi-use trail preserved from a historic canal towpath that's a great place to walk Fido in Tampico! The map below shows a parking area with convenient access to the Hennepin Canal Parkway. 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

Green River SWA

Harmon, IL

Green River SWA Dogs are welcome at Green River SWA in Harmon, IL. This pet-friendly wildlife restoration area is known for prairies, pretty fields, and swampy areas. You may bring Fido with you into the park as long as they are on a leash. Visitors will discover a 10-mile equestrian trail that is open for public use from April 15 to October 31. This can be used to explore the park. See Details

Lowden State Park

Oregon, IL

Lowden State Park Lowden State Park, a dog-friendly park situated in Oregon, IL, spans 207 acres and is named after Governor Frank Orren Lowden, who served during World War I. The park houses the iconic Black Hawk Statue, created by artist Lorado Taft, overlooking the Rock River Valley just north of Oregon. This 50-foot concrete-reinforced monument pays tribute to Native Americans, particularly Chief Black Hawk. For the best view of the statue, visit IL Rt. 2, where it appears especially striking during sunset. See Details