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Northerly Island
1521 S Linn White Dr, Chicago, IL 60605
Nature preserve🪢 Leash required
91 acres · 2 miles of trails
⭐ 4.6
1,820 reviews
Northerly Island nature preserve in Chicago features 91 acres of lakefront prairie with skyline views from leashed dog trails. Access water for dogs, plus parking, restrooms, and trash cans. Note seasonal crowds near the beach area.
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- Park
- Northerly Island
- Type
- Nature preserve
- Location
- Chicago, Illinois
- Coordinates
- 41.8567, -87.6064
- Size
- 91 acres
- Trail miles
- 2
- Leash required
- Yes
- Best for
- Casual visits
- Visitor rating
- 4.6 / 5 (1,820 reviews)
- Vibe Score™
- 6.8 / 10 — Solid
- Last verified
- May 2026 — Dog Parks Hub directory
Amenities
- Shade:No
- Water on-site:Yes
- Fenced:No
- Off-leash zone:No
- Small-dog area:No
- Benches:No
- Restrooms:Yes
- Parking:Yes
- Waste bags:No
- Indoor:No
Dog Parks Hub Vibe Score™
6.8/ 10
Solid
- · Water on-site
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Dog policy
91-acre lakefront prairie restoration. Leashed dogs welcome on trails with skyline views.
What this park has
- Water fountains
- Parking
- Restrooms
- Trash cans
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