Dog Friendly Hiking Trails in Marseilles, IL

There are 2 dog-friendly hiking trails in Marseilles, 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 Marseilles.

Pet Friendly Illini State Park
Illini State Park Leashed dogs are allowed at Illini State Park in Marseilles, IL, where families often gather for picnics. You and Fido are welcome to explore this pet-friendly natural space that is home to a variety of wildlife. When you're done exploring the wooded trails and taking in the scenic river views, you can have a rest at one of the picnic areas like River Meadows, adjacent to the Illinois River. Fishing and boating are also popular activities here. See Details
Pet Friendly Illinois & Michigan Canal State Trail
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 Marseilles! 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
Starved Rock State Park Starved Rock State Park in Oglesby, IL, is full of dog-friendly hiking trails that wind through canyons, amazing views, and waterfalls. Leashed dogs are welcome to join you at this popular state park as you explore the scenic trails. Pet parents are reminded to clean up after their pup and to bring water for them as they should not drink from any natural water sources. See Details
Illinois & Michigan Canal State Trail Dogs are welcome on the Illinois & Michigan Canal State Trail in Channahon, IL. The pet-friendly trail is 96 miles in length with a varying surface of asphalt, gravel, crushed stone, and grass. Original construction of the canal began in 1823. At that time, it was used to transport goods between townships in the area. Completed in 1848, the canal was used right up until 1933, when it was converted to the recreational path that people use today. The pet-friendly route that now runs alongside the former trade path is adjacent to a number of state parks, including Channahon State Park, William G. Stratton State Park, Gebhard Woods State Park and Buffalo Rock State Park. See Details
Gebhard Woods State Park Dogs are welcome at Gebhard Woods State Park in Morris, IL, one of Illinois' most popular and pet-friendly parks. The 30-acres that make up Gebhard Woods are bordered on the south by the Illinois & Michigan Canal and to the north by Nettle Creek. There are lots of luscious trees that share the area, including walnut, oak, ash, maple, sycamore, hawthorn, and cottonwood, contributing to the diversified landscape you'll witness when you're snacking in one of the five picnic areas dotted around the park. You and Fido will be pleased to know that just over a footbridge from the park is the Illinois & Michigan Canal trail, a 61 mile trail on the old canal towpath that weaves alongside plenty of varied and beautiful landscape. See Details
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 Ottawa! 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
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 Morris! The map below shows a trailhead where you can pick up 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
Starved Rock and Sandstone Point Overlook Trail Starved Rock and Sandstone Point Overlook Trail is a pet-friendly in Oglesby, IL. Located within Starved Rock State Park, this 4.3 mile heavily trafficked loop trail features a lake and is rated as moderate. The trail offers a number of activity options and is accessible year-round. Dogs are welcome, as long as they are leashed and all mess is cleaned up after them. Please bring water for Fido and do not let him drink from any water sources, including the river. See Details
Buffalo Rock State Park Buffalo Rock State Park is a pet-friendly place in Ottawa, IL. Bring Fido while you explore some of the 298 acres and walk the River Bluff Trail or Woodland Trail. Additional amenities include shelters, picnic areas, and a children's playground. You and Fido might even get the opportunity to see one of the two resident American Bisons grazing in their pen near the baseball fields. See Details
Dayton Bluffs Preserve Dayton Bluffs Preserve is a pet-friendly conservation area in Ottawa, IL. Bring Fido with you while you explore some of the 150 acres of woodlands and 100 acres of native prairie grassland. There are seven trails in the preserve, all of which are labeled with signage describing distance and level of difficulty. Picnic areas, benches and points of interest are also scattered throughout, making it a great all-day activity for you and your pup to enjoy. Please remember to leash and clean up after your pet. See Details
Silver Springs State Fish and Wildlife Area The pet-friendly Silver Springs State Fish and Wildlife Area in Yorkville, IL, spans 1,350 acres and is named after its natural spring. Visitors can enjoy the park's majestic oaks, prairie grasslands, and the scenic Fox River, along with small manmade lakes. The area offers activities like picnicking, fishing, hiking, and winter sports, making it an ideal destination for both exercise and nature enthusiasts. Dogs are welcome as long as they're leashed and cleaned up after. See Details
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