Dog Friendly Hiking Trails in Evanston, IL

There are 29 dog-friendly hiking trails within 20 miles of Evanston. 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 Evanston.

Pet Friendly Schiller Woods
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
Pet Friendly Fullersburg Woods
Fullersburg Woods Fullersburg Woods is a Du Page County Forest Preserve with miles of multipurpose trails open to bicyclers, horseback riders, cross-country skiers, hikers and dog walkers in Oak Brook, IL. There is a section where dogs are not permitted because it is home to a lot of wildlife (signs are posted). You are expected to leash your dog, pick up after him, and keep him from swimming in Salt Creek. There are some water fountains, but you will want to bring your own water bowl for Fido. See Details
Chicago Lakefront Trail The Chicago Lakefront Trail is a multi-use trail that's a great place to walk Fido in Chicago! The map below shows a parking area with convenient access to the Chicago Lakefront 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
Techny Prairie Park and Fields Techny Prairie Park and Fields in Northbrook, IL, is pet friendly. Bring your leashed dog along for a walk at this park district park which is within walking distance of Northbrook Metra and downtown. Here, you'll find a golf course loop and detention pond loop with beautiful prairie vistas. There are human toilets along the way. Don't forget to clean up any mess left behind by your pooch. See Details
Skokie Lagoons The 894-acre Skokie Lagoons in Cook County, IL are dog-friendly! Bring Fido to this prime destination for water exploration, featuring public boat access, canoe and kayak rentals, fishing, biking and hiking trails and picnic areas. Leashed dogs are welcome on the more than 36 miles of paved and unpaved trails. See Details
Ping Tom Memorial Park Ping Tom Memorial Park is a dog-friendly 17.44-acre property located along the south branch of the Chicago River in Chicago, IL. The park offers a walking path along the river and a boathouse open for kayak rentals in the summer months. The park is open daily from 6 a.m. to 10 p.m.. See Details
Humboldt Park Humboldt Park in Chicago, IL is dog-friendly! Bring Fido along to explore 219 acres along paved walkways and boardwalks through nature areas. Check out the lily pads on the lagoon, and admire the beautiful boat house and stable building. The park is open daily from 6 a.m. to 11 p.m.. See Details
North Branch Trail The North Branch Trail is a multi-use trail that's a great place to walk Fido in Niles! The map below shows a parking area with convenient access to the North Branch 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
Des Plaines River Trail The Des Plaines River Trail is a multi-use trail that's a great place to walk Fido in Libertyville! The map below shows a parking area with convenient access to the Des Plaines River 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
Milton Lee Olive Park Leashed pets are welcome at Milton Lee Olive Park, a suburban city park in Chicago, IL. Bring Fido for a stroll at this beautiful waterfront park which has paved pathways, fountains, and stunning city skyline views. See Details
Valley Line Trail The Valley Line 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 Chicago! The map below shows a parking area with convenient access to the Valley Line 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
North Branch Trail The North Branch Trail is a multi-use trail that's a great place to walk Fido in Glenview! The map below shows a parking area with convenient access to the North Branch 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
Illinois Prairie Path The Illinois Prairie Path 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 Elmhurst! The map below shows a parking area with convenient access to the Illinois Prairie Path. 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
Caldwell Woods Leashed dogs are welcome on the trails at Caldwell Woods in Chicago, IL. There are a variety of pet-friendly walking paths, picnic grounds and open fields in this spacious park that is part of the Cook County forest preserve. See Details
North Branch Trail The North Branch Trail is a multi-use trail that's a great place to walk Fido in Skokie! The map below shows a parking area with convenient access to the North Branch 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
Green Bay Trail The Green Bay 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 Wilmette! The map below shows a parking area with convenient access to the Green Bay 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
Skokie Valley Trail (Lake County) The Skokie Valley Trail (Lake County) 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 Lake Forest! The map below shows a parking area with convenient access to the Skokie Valley Trail (Lake County). 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
North Branch Trail The North Branch Trail is a multi-use trail that's a great place to walk Fido in Morton Grove! The map below shows a parking area with convenient access to the North Branch 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
Great Western Trail (DuPage County) The Great Western Trail (DuPage County) 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 Villa Park! The map below shows a trailhead where you can pick up the Great Western Trail (DuPage County). 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
Des Plaines River Trail The Des Plaines River Trail is a multi-use trail that's a great place to walk Fido in Lake Forest! The map below shows a parking area with convenient access to the Des Plaines River 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
Evanston, IL, US