Top Public & Private Dog Parks in Skokie, IL

Fun Fully Fenced Yard in Evanston

Romp & Run @ the Blue House - Ravenswood/Uptown

Extra deep city lot with privacy fence and walkway access hosted by dog lovers

Large Fully Fenced Yard - Park Ridge

Enjoy our large fully fenced yard to run and play with your pet.

Macy's Fully Fenced Yard For Dogs To Rent In Chicago

Conveniently located in Old Irving Park, your dog can run and romp off-leash, and even have a splash in the kiddy pool, if you wish. We offer a fully-fenced yard with grass, bushes, soft dirt, fresh water & bowl, puppy pool, poop rake, pan, and bags, and a raised dog bed, and human seating spots. Please remember to pick up after your pup with the tools provided, and secure the gate on your way out.

Maureen & Dan's in Peterson Woods

Enjoyed by our dogs for 15 years, our yard is a good size for zoomies, grass naps, and squirrel & bird watching. We have a table with comfy chairs and a kiddie pool. A crate of our guardian angel’s toys await your pooch. The neighbors on each side are dog free. You can spend time without a barking contest ensuing.

Zoomies Zoomies Zoomies

Fully fenced .12 acre lot in the city! Near the lake.

Fully Fenced Turf Yard + Doggy Pool & Guest Seating

Welcome to your dog’s new favorite getaway! Our yard features premium Astroturf, meaning your pup stays clean and cool no matter how hard they play—no mud, no burrs, just fun. While your dog splashes in the dedicated doggy pool, you can kick back in the hammock or catch up on emails at our outdoor tables and chairs. It’s the perfect spot for a high-energy play session or a peaceful afternoon break.

Payton's Playground

Payton’s playground is a spot where you can spend personal time with your dog by yourself without having to worry about others intruding in on your play session. We have agility equipment, pools, ramps, weaving poles, water bowls and more available at your disposal. It’s a great environment to be in & is directly adjacent to one of the best doggy daycares in Chicago, PupStars Pet Care. Feel free to stop in for a free goodie bag & to ask any questions you might have. Thanks & we’ll see you all soon!

BarkPark

Notice: We are closing the spot on May 23rd for maintenance. Sorry for the inconvenience. Grass and rain: Please keep in mind that during moderate to heavy rains the area without mulch can get muddy. Beginning May of 2024, we will post pictures daily to our Instagram account showing the condition of the spot. As you can imagine, due to the wear and tear the spot gets, it’s difficult to keep the grass alive. However, we do our best to reseed during the spring. BarkPark sits right across the street from The Salvation Army Freedom Center. This spot is fully fenced (chain link and wood) with the side facing the sidewalk being 5ft and the rest of the fence being 6ft. There is a dual-gate entrance to the spot for a safe entry and exit. Street parking is available. There is plenty of seating at this spot with shade throughout the day. There's a rain barrel filled with water for dogs to hydrate and cool down. We have water bowls available. GIANT sandbox that's great for digging and playing; no digging elsewhere please. On hot days, we do our best to keep the sand wet. Trash can onsite. We have poop bags available in two different areas for easy access. Half of this spot is covered with grass and the other half with playground mulch. This spot is big enough to get a good fetch session in or to just let the zoomies out. We also recently added agility equipment. We hope you and your four-legged friend/s have an exceptional time during your visit and choose to come back. Lost toys and items: Due to the amount of visits we get we aren’t able to track which items belong to which guest. If you’ve lost a dog toy or other item, please reach out and we’ll do our best to retrieve it and hold it for you. If you don’t reach out, we’ll hold onto it for a week and then add it to the Lost and Found Toy Box. Water: The dog drinking water gets changed 1-2 times per week, depending on the temperature/usage. During the winter months we empty the water barrel. If your dog/s require water during the winter months, we ask that you please bring your own. Food: You’re welcomed to bring food but we ask that you please clean up as a courtesy to other guests. Future additions: We hope to add more amenities over time. Our plans are to add more sand to the sandbox in late April or early May of 2024. We’re also hoping to have on-site parking around mid summer of 2024. If you have any suggestions for amenities, we’d love to hear your feedback.

Rocky's Spot - Albany Park

NOTICE - I have the yard blocked off for a while to get the grass restored. Should be back open in April / May. Apologies but look forward to having everyone back in late spring!! Fully fenced yard. Guests should park in the driveway as the street is permit only. If there are any issues message me when you arrive!

Kim's 0.5 Acre Fully Fenced Private Dog Park In Deerfield

ND's Urban Farm!

Come bring your fur family to my little urban farm! We are a fully working farm so there are some ugly corners but lots of space to run free, dip in the little pool and play fetch!

Nikkole's Fully Fenced Yard For Dogs To Rent In Chicago

I did not know that this was a thing so please excuse the yard if it is not up to par. Right now it is just a grassy fenced in spot. As I learn more I will try to make upgrades.

Sandy's Canine Corner Fully Fenced Yard For Dogs To Rent In Prospect Heights

Hi, my name is Bob and I grew up here with many different dogs over the years. They all loved to run, play and explore the yard as much as I did. I decided to name my spot for my mother, who always brought me to all the pet shops around and the reason for my love of animals. I sincerely hope that you and your dogs will also have as much fun running, playing and exploring the yard as we did!

Tiva's Green City Space(FREE private parking)

We LOVE sharing our space with multiple dogs from the community however, it is hard on the grass. To decrease traffic we have increased our pricing because the grass is struggling with wear/tear. If you have a history of using our yard we want your dog to still get to come play! So please send a message & we will send you a discount code. We just need to start planning for planting grass etc. With the fluctuation in weather please be aware: If outdoor parks are wet and muddy ~ areas of our yard will be also. We cannot control the effects of rain. Please always use the provided carabiner to lock the gate as pictured after you and your dog(s) enter. We have installed multiple methods of LIGHTING for evening reservations. Easy instructions for use will be sent when you make the reservation. We do have a SHADE/RAIN SHELTER! :) PARKING: One FREE private parking space located at the entrance from the alley at the back of the lot. Since some guests were having a tough time with the parking space, we did WIDEN the entrance. We park 2 Honda CRV's back there daily without issue. Fully fenced 6 foot secure and private green space. Large open lot with seating and plenty of room to play fetch or just relax off leash. Easy street parking, no permit required. Any Extras will be located in the storage bin on the east wall of the lot.

Urban Retreat

Our yard is a longer more narrow yard which allows the dogs a little more distance for their runs. There is landscape bordering the fence and a garden in the front of the yard next to a yoga studio. There are areas to explore and areas for both dog and owner to relax, and a secure dog run that can be used for training. There is some agility equipment, a small plastic pool, as well as a sandbox and a deck with a roof in the dog run to help keep the dogs cool on a hot day. Water(hose), dog bowl(s), toys and towel(s) to dry the dogs off will be provided.

Robert's Barkyard in Bensenville. Use code Luna247 !!

Nature setting with plenty of birds and "SQUIRREL" sightings along with a couple of hens too!! Separate from home and away street for your dogs to enjoy. Plenty of open field space to run, small wooded area, tall grass, rain garden with plenty of nooks and crannies to explore. Wood available for purchase to enjoy the fire pit. Lawn chairs to relax with your doggos. Picnic table to set your belongings on. Fenced in backyard that is intermittently shaded. Suns Out, Paws Out! New amenities to come soon! Pool is closed but dig spot is still open !

Just like Home Dog Park

We moved into our new house about 7 months ago. The yard is a good size, and is fully fenced in. We keep the grass in good condition and welcome your pups to come play. We have 3 dogs of our own, 2 pugs and a Belgian Mal. If you would like complete privacy we can keep our dogs inside. If you have smaller dogs and they would like some interaction, we can let the pugs out! We offer a pooper scooper, poop bags, water bowl, dog toys, chairs, a fire pit, and snacks! (For humans and dogs) Please reach out If you are interested in our dog park.🩶🐕

Pooch Park

Pooch Park is an unfenced dog park located at 3220 Oakton St in Skokie, Illinois. It is open daily from 5 a.m. to 10 p.m. and offers amenities such as agility equipment, chairs, dog drinking water, tables, and a field for dogs to play in. The park is small dog friendly and can be contacted at (847) 674-1500 or pooch@skokieparks.org. More information can be found on their website at https://www.skokieparks.org/pooch-park/.

Park hours: Daily: 5 a.m.–10 p.m.

Pottawattomie Dog Friendly Area

Pottawattomie Dog Friendly Area is an unfenced dog park located at 7340 N Rogers Ave in Chicago, Illinois. The park offers a space for dogs to roam and play off-leash. There are no specific amenities listed on the website, but visitors can contact the park at (773) 262-5835 for more information. For details and updates, visit their website at https://www.chicagoparkdistrict.com/parks-facilities/pottawattomie-dog-friendly-area.

Evanston Dog Beach

Evanston Dog Beach in Illinois is an unfenced area designated for dogs to play and swim. The beach is open from March 1, weather permitting, with hours from 6 a.m. to 11 p.m. Passes are required for entry, and owners must abide by rules such as cleaning up after their dogs and keeping them leashed when not in the water. The beach offers amenities like a dog washing area and access to a river, stream, or lake. Owners must also ensure their dogs are up to date on vaccinations. For more information, visit their website or contact (847) 448-4311 for inquiries.

Park hours: 6 a.m to 11 p.m. daily

Riverview yard in Albany Park

Note: the cold weather is making it so that the front gate doesn’t “click” closed. We’ve put out a bungee to help, but please now that it won’t be perfectly secure. Thanks for understanding! Large yard right on the river. No access to the river (yard is fully fenced), but human views of the water, ducks, other birds, and wildflowers on the bank. Pesticide and herbicide free lawn but various flowers, shrubs (and weeds) on the edges. Plenty of birds, bunnies, squirrels, etc. more than your average Chicago yard. End of dead end with pretty good privacy. Chain link fence on most and iron fence at front. Not ideal for small dogs or escape artists that can squeeze under or through fence. See photos for details of fence and if your dog would try to squeeze through. There are 3 big dogs at the house across the alley, but they are also well fenced. They are out on occasion, but usually not for long and I can’t guarantee their schedule. The view is mostly blocked by garbage cans and bushes, but not completely, so this may not be the place if your pup is super reactive. There are 2 Adirondack chairs, feel free to move them around into sun or shade or lay out a blanket or whatever you need to be comfortable. There is stainless steel water bowl and some toys. Except during the winter, when it will be off, feel free to use the hose by the stairs to fill up the water bowl hose the dogs off or whatever. You can pull it out into the middle of the yard, just put your foot on top of the reel to get better leverage and please reel back in and turn off after use. NOTE: if you are fostering a dog for a local shelter, please send me a message for a discount code! I’d love to help a pup decompress (and get some great photos!) on the way to a forever home!

Norwood Dog Friendly Area

The Norwood Dog Friendly Area in Chicago, Illinois is a spacious park located at 5850 N Avondale Ave. This dog park offers amenities such as dog drinking water, a lake or pond, a beach, and a swimming pool for dogs to enjoy. For more information, visitors can visit their website at https://www.chicagoparkdistrict.com/parks-facilities/norwood-dog-friendly-area or contact them at (773) 631-4893. It is an ideal destination for dog owners looking to spend quality time with their furry friends in a safe and enjoyable environment.

River Dog Friendly Area

The River Dog Friendly Area located in Chicago, Illinois offers a unique experience for dogs with access to a river/stream/creek and swimming pool. The park is located at 5100 N Francisco Ave and is part of the Chicago Park District. For more information, visit their website at https://www.chicagoparkdistrict.com/parks-facilities/river-dog-friendly-area or contact them at (312) 742-7516.

Kefy Dog Park (Lake Kefy is back!)

*March 20, 2026: Open again! Occasionally days will be blocked off so we can work on rebuilding the coop. *Jan. 25, 2026: Coop Fire (temporarily closed 1.25-3.20) ++++++++++++++++++++++++++ We are a dog loving home located on a large lot right off the Illinois Prairie Path in Lombard! Perfect spot for owners who already walk their companions on the path to stop and have some playtime or extra training time. (We just ask you make reservations before planning your visit) Join our Facebook Group ‘Kefy Dog Park’ to find Yard Updates & how other friends are enjoying our spot! https://www.facebook.com/share/ix7uGd3kp5R6DqxA/?mibextid=K35XfP We have a Newfoundland who will be inside during visits & chickens who will be in their coop/chicken run. Our favorite times of year to see our Newfie play outside are winter (he loves to catch snowballs, chase our kids and then lay in the cold snow)…and the summer when he lays in the cool grass and plops himself down in the kiddie pool. We hope your doggies will love to enjoy our yard just as much!

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Winnemac Park

Located in Chicago, Illinois, Winnemac Park offers dog owners a convenient and well-maintained space for their furry companions. The park features amenities such as dog drinking water and a field for dogs to run and play. Operating during daytime hours from 6:00 am to 11:00 pm every day of the week, Winnemac Park provides a safe and enjoyable environment for dogs to socialize and exercise. For more information, visit their website at http://www.chicagoparkdistrict.com/parks/Winnemac-Park/ or contact them directly at (312) 742-5101 or via email at manny@winnemacpac.org.

Park hours: DayTime slotComment Sunday: 6:00 am-11:00 pm Monday: 6:00 am-11:00 pm Tuesday: 6:00 am-11:00 pm Wednesday: 6:00 am-11:00 pm Thursday: 6:00 am-11:00 pm Friday: 6:00 am-11:00 pm Saturday: 6:00 am-11:00 pm

Pawesome Park In Roselle

Our spacious backyard is ideal for dogs that need to run run run! We have a 5 foot fence and will add more amenities if we get enough guests. We have 2 Bernese mountain dogs that will be inside the house and may be seen and heard by your dog(s). There are also chickens next door but the fence keeps them on their side. They will be seen and heard.

Horner Park Dog Park

Horner Park Dog Park, located at 2770 W Irving Park Rd in Chicago, Illinois, is an unfenced enclosure where owners are legally responsible for their dogs and any injuries caused by them. Owners must watch their dogs at all times, keep them leashed when entering and leaving the park, and immediately clean up after them to avoid a fine of up to $500.00. Dogs with dangerous behaviors are prohibited, and all dogs must be healthy, immunized, licensed, and have a current rabies vaccination. The park also has rules regarding children, number of dogs per person, and prohibited dogs. Visit their website at https://hornerparkdogpark.org/ or email info@hornerparkdogpark.org for more information.