All of Wirtz Residential’s apartment properties are pet-friendly. Having a dog in Chicago is great fun. There are lots of places throughout Chicago that are dog-friendly. The dog parks in the city give your furry friend the chance to run leash-free and allow you to get to know other Chicago dog owners.
Below are our picks for the five best dog parks in Chicago.
If you were to ask a Chicago dog owner their favorite place to take their dog on a nice day, Montrose Beach is the answer you’ll probably get from most people. It’s a very popular spot for dogs and their owners. Dogs can run freely in the sand and cool off in Lake Michigan. The dog-friendly area at Montrose Beach is fenced off well, so it’s tough for dogs to escape. There’s plenty of parking and a handicap-accessible ramp as well.
No matter when you go to Wiggly Field, you’ll likely see at least a handful of other dogs and their owners. The dog park has a few different sections, so dogs are able to explore and run around in mulch, concrete and grass. Dog waste bags are provided and it includes a special time out area for dogs who get a little too carried away.
Opened in 2011, Portage Dog Park used to be a ball field. It’s sectioned off into one area for large dogs over 65 lbs and another area for smaller dogs. If you have a small dog and are concerned about it running around with lots of big dogs, Portage Dog Park is a great spot.
The dog-friendly area at Churchill Park has a shaded area and a doggie drinking fountain. On really hot days, they sometimes have kiddie pools out for the dogs to play in too. There’s seating for dog owners and ample space for your dog to run around and socialize.
If you’re looking for a dog-friendly beach in Chicago that’s a little less busy than Montrose Beach, Foster Beach is the place. It’s known for being one of the cleaner beaches in the city as well.
Before you and your dog can enjoy Chicago’s dog parks, you’ll need a current Chicago dog parks permit. Have it with you when you go to a dog park. Your dog will need to have a park tag and rabies tag attached to its collar too. You’ll then just need to follow their pretty simple rules for usage of the dog parks. Click here for the Chicago Park District’s rules and permit information for their dog-friendly areas.
