Dog Friendly Hiking Trails in Downers Grove, IL

There are 44 dog-friendly hiking trails within 20 miles of Downers Grove. 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 Downers Grove.

Paul Douglas Preserve

Hoffman Estates, IL

Paul Douglas Preserve Paul Douglas Preserve In Hoffman Estates, IL, is dog friendly. Home to grasslands, wetlands and a heron rookery that attract a variety of nesting birds, outbound hounds will be pleased to know that birders aren’t the only ones who will have a great time here. Leashed dogs are invited to join their trail running owners for canicross on single track trails that wind through the protected landscape or on paved trails in the preserve for a nice walk at a slower pace. The park boasts more than 21 miles of paved and unpaved trails. For safety reasons, runners and riders go in opposite directions on alternate days. See Details

Melas Park

Mount Prospect, IL

Melas Park Melas Park is a dog-friendly community park in Mount Prospect, IL. Bring Fido along and enjoy the 35 acres of green space, 1.3-mile perimeter path, shelters and picnic tables. The park also includes concessions, football fields, soccer fields, and the Visual Art Center, offering a day of fun for the whole family. Your dog must remain leashed at all times except in the on-site dog park, Canine Commons Dog Park. See Details

Dellwood Park

Lockport, IL

Dellwood Park Furry friends of Lockport, IL are invited to visit the pet-friendly Dellwood Park. This 150-acre outdoor recreation area welcomes owners and their dogs to enjoy a picnic or exercise along the walking trails. Other amenities for parkgoers include a disc golf course, playgrounds and athletic fields. Dogs must be leashed during your visit. See Details

Illinois & Michigan Canal State Trail

Joliet, IL

Illinois & Michigan Canal State Trail The Illinois & Michigan Canal State Trail is a multi-use trail preserved from a historic canal towpath that's a great place to walk Fido in Joliet! The map below shows a parking area with convenient access to the Illinois & Michigan Canal State 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