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Whalon Lake Forest Preserve
12851 Royce Rd, Naperville, IL 60564
Nature preserve
Whalon Lake Forest Preserve in Naperville offers dogs a splash in the water amid grassy fields. It features parking, fencing, and off-leash areas for free play. Watch for muddy paws after lake visits.
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- Park
- Whalon Lake Forest Preserve
- Type
- Nature preserve
- Location
- Naperville, Illinois
- Coordinates
- 41.6878, -88.1611
- Best for
- Reactive dogs (fenced)
- Vibe Score™
- 5.8 / 10 — Decent
- Last verified
- May 2026 — Dog Parks Hub directory
Amenities
- Shade:No
- Water on-site:Yes
- Fenced:Yes
- Off-leash zone:Yes
- Small-dog area:No
- Benches:No
- Restrooms:No
- Parking:Yes
- Waste bags:No
- Indoor:No
Dog Parks Hub Vibe Score™
5.8/ 10
Decent
- · Off-leash zone
- · Water on-site
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What this park has
- Water fountains
- Parking
- Fully fenced
- Off-leash
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