Dog Friendly Hiking Trails in Mazon, IL

There are 7 dog-friendly hiking trails within 20 miles of Mazon. 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 Mazon.

Pet Friendly Goose Lake Prairie State Natural Area
Goose Lake Prairie State Natural Area Dogs are welcome at Goose Lake Prairie State Natural Area in Morris, IL, where you can experience a taste of the past among the scenic prairie surroundings. The area is described as still looking like it did 160 years ago, covered in tall prairie grasses and flowering plants. You can bring Fido with you on one of the many trails. There are seven miles of pet-friendly trails to choose from, including the Tall Grass Nature Trail and Prairie View Trail, stretching for 3.5 miles through farm and marshland. See Details
Pet Friendly Illinois & Michigan Canal State Trail
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
Midewin National Tallgrass Prairie Midewin National Tallgrass Prairie in Wilmington, IL, is pet friendly. Stick to the designated trails of tallgrass prairie reserve and United States National Grassland operated by the United States Forest Service. Dog owners are reminded to clean up any mess left behind by pups visiting. 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
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 Channahon! 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
Channahon State Park Channahon State Park is a dog-friendly attraction in Channahon, IL. The park signifies the joining of the historic DuPage, Des Plaines and Kankakee waterways that transformed the state. Fido can join you as you explore the 21 acres and its recreational opportunities, including walking or biking on the I & M Canal Trail, picnicking, canoeing, or fishing in one of the rivers. See Details
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