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Willow Stream Park

PUBLIC DOG PARK

651 Old Checker Rd, Buffalo Grove, IL Buffalo Grove, Illinois
Unfenced
54 acres
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Willow Stream Park

PUBLIC DOG PARK

651 Old Checker Rd, Buffalo Grove, IL
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Unfenced
54 acres

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Park hours

Monday - Friday: 8:30 am - 5 pm Saturday & Sunday: Closed


Fencing

This spot is unfenced

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Gaps or holes in fence

No gaps

Enclosure

unfenced


Amenities

Chairs

Table

Field


Pricing
No fee info

Location

651 Old Checker Rd, Buffalo Grove, IL Buffalo Grove, Illinois

Description

Willow Stream Park in Buffalo Grove, Illinois, is an unfenced dog park located at 651 Old Checker Rd. The park offers amenities such as chairs, tables, and a field for dogs to play and socialize in. It is open Monday to Friday from 8:30 am to 5 pm, and closed on weekends. For more information, visit their website at https://www.bgparks.org/location/willow-stream-park-south-end/ or contact them at (847) 850-2100 or [email protected].

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