Dog walks in Jarvis Square, Chicago

The parks, off-leash dog areas, and trails within about a 15-minute walk of central Jarvis Square.

Map data © OpenStreetMap contributorsUpdated September 18, 2026

Within about a 15-minute walk of central Jarvis Square, you'll find 19 parks covering about 74 acres and 1 off-leash dog area.

19Parks nearby

74Acres of parks

1Off-leash areas

0Trail miles

Map of parks, dog areas, and walking paths within about a 15-minute walk of Jarvis Square, Chicago — Neighborhood center Parks Dog areas Walking paths Water fountains ~15-minute walk

Parks near Jarvis Square

Loyola Park35 acres · 0.3 mi (about 7 min walk) · Open in Maps
Pottawattomie Park9.2 acres · 0.4 mi (about 8 min walk) · Open in MapsHas an off-leash area
Touhy Park6.5 acres · 0.2 mi (about 5 min walk) · Open in Maps
Willye B. White Park3.1 acres · 0.3 mi (about 5 min walk) · Open in Maps
Leone Beach Park3.1 acres · 0.3 mi (about 6 min walk) · Open in Maps
Rogers Beach Park2.2 acres · 0.4 mi (about 7 min walk) · Open in Maps
Triangle Park2.6 acres · 0.5 mi (about 10 min walk) · Open in Maps
Elks Park3.6 acres · 0.7 mi (about 14 min walk) · Open in Maps

Off-leash dog areas near Jarvis Square

Pottawattomie Dog Park0.5 mi (about 9 min walk) · Open in Maps

Off-leash hours and rules vary by park. Always check the posted signs before letting your dog off leash.

Good to know

3 mapped drinking fountains nearby. Still bring water on warm days.
Chicago winters are cold and windy, with salted sidewalks, and summer days can turn hot and humid. The Chicago Park District runs designated Dog Friendly Areas for off-leash play. Everywhere else, keep dogs leashed.
Planning the day's walk? See how long to walk your dog, check if it's too hot or too cold.

Jarvis Square dog walk FAQ

Where can I walk my dog in Jarvis Square?

The main green spaces within about a 15-minute walk of central Jarvis Square are Loyola Park (35 acres), Pottawattomie Park (9.2 acres) and Touhy Park (6.5 acres). Most city parks require dogs to be leashed outside designated off-leash areas.

Is there a dog park near Jarvis Square?

Yes. Pottawattomie Dog Park is about 0.5 miles from the neighborhood center. Check posted hours and rules before you go.

Park, trail, and amenity data © OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL), as of September 18, 2026. Distances are straight-line from the neighborhood's center point, so actual walking routes are a little longer. Parks marked as closed to dogs in OpenStreetMap are left out, but rules change, so follow posted signs.