Dog walks in Motor Row, Chicago

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

Map data © OpenStreetMap contributorsUpdated September 18, 2026

Within about a 15-minute walk of central Motor Row, you'll find 15 parks covering about 529 acres, 2 off-leash dog areas, and 1.9 miles of named walking paths.

15Parks nearby

529Acres of parks

2Off-leash areas

1.9Trail miles

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

Parks near Motor Row

Burnham Park467 acres · 0.5 mi (about 10 min walk) · Open in Maps
Dunbar Park22 acres · 0.6 mi (about 12 min walk) · Open in Maps
Ping Tom Memorial Park17 acres · 0.7 mi (about 13 min walk) · Open in Maps
Park No. 5405.1 acres · 0.3 mi (about 5 min walk) · Open in Maps
Daniel Hale Williams Park6.6 acres · 0.5 mi (about 10 min walk) · Open in Maps
Prairie District Park0.5 acres · 0.3 mi (about 6 min walk) · Open in MapsHas an off-leash area
Fred Anderson Park1 acres · 0.6 mi (about 12 min walk) · Open in MapsHas an off-leash area
Chicago Women's Park and Gardens3.1 acres · 0.4 mi (about 9 min walk) · Open in Maps

Off-leash dog areas near Motor Row

Prarie District Dog Park0.11 acres · 0.3 mi (about 7 min walk) · Open in Maps
Fred Anderson Park0.44 acres · 0.6 mi (about 12 min walk) · Open in Maps

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

Walking paths and trails

Lakefront Trail1.5 mi within a 15-minute walk
18th Street Access Path0.2 mi within a 15-minute walk
East 18th Street Footbridge0.2 mi within a 15-minute walk

Good to know

8 mapped drinking fountains nearby. Still bring water on warm days.
1 mapped dog waste station along the way.
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.

Motor Row dog walk FAQ

Where can I walk my dog in Motor Row?

The main green spaces within about a 15-minute walk of central Motor Row are Burnham Park (467 acres), Dunbar Park (22 acres) and Ping Tom Memorial Park (17 acres). For a longer walk, try the Lakefront Trail. Most city parks require dogs to be leashed outside designated off-leash areas.

Is there a dog park near Motor Row?

Yes. Prarie District Dog Park is about 0.3 miles from the neighborhood center, and 1 more off-leash area is within a 15-minute walk. 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.